Shelli R. Simmons

Shelli Simmons serves as a Contracting Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements validation and market research to contract award and administration. She plays a pivotal role in ensuring compliance with federal procurement regulations, particularly FAR Part 19, and supports the agency’s mission by facilitating timely, transparent, and competitive contracting processes. Her portfolio primarily encompasses complex technical procurements involving specialized instrumentation, educational support services, and precision manufacturing systems, requiring deep subject-matter expertise and strategic sourcing acumen. While specific contractor names are not available, Simmons consistently engages with a diverse pool of vendors, including small businesses, emerging manufacturers, and niche suppliers capable of delivering high-precision components and technical services. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive, open solicitations that encourage broad participation, particularly from firms with specialized capabilities in electronics, aerospace, and educational technology sectors. She fosters collaborative relationships with industry stakeholders to ensure market readiness and compliance with technical specifications. Simmons demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with over half of her awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. She also actively utilizes 8(a) competed set-asides, reflecting a deliberate strategy to promote disadvantaged business enterprise participation. Her procurement approach prioritizes equitable access for small businesses while maintaining rigorous performance standards, aligning with federal goals for inclusive contracting and economic growth. Her primary NAICS focus areas include Instrument Manufacturing for Measuring and Testing Electricity and Electrical Signals, Educational Support Services, and Power-Driven Handtool Manufacturing, indicating expertise in procuring calibrated test equipment, training and curriculum development services, and specialized industrial tools. She also regularly handles acquisitions in Aircraft Engine Parts and Electronic Connector Manufacturing, demonstrating technical proficiency in aerospace and electronic systems supply chains. Her domain knowledge enables her to craft precise statements of work and evaluate technical proposals with precision.