Simone Rittenhouse

Simone Ann L. Rittenhouse serves as a procurement professional responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of service-based acquisitions aligned with federal operational and infrastructure needs. She plays a critical role in executing contracting actions that support agency missions through the acquisition of specialized services, with a strong emphasis on compliance, competition, and socioeconomic objectives. Her work encompasses the full lifecycle of contract award and administration, from requirements definition through contract performance oversight, ensuring alignment with FAR guidelines and agency priorities. She routinely handles complex service contracts requiring technical evaluation and vendor performance monitoring. Rittenhouse maintains active relationships with a broad spectrum of vendors, including small businesses, niche service providers, and established contractors specializing in facility operations, security services, and technical support. Her contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive, open-market solicitations while actively integrating small business participation through set-aside mechanisms. She collaborates closely with industry partners capable of delivering high-integrity, mission-critical services under tight performance standards, fostering long-term vendor engagement grounded in transparency and accountability. Her procurement strategy demonstrates a pronounced commitment to small business development, with nearly 40% of her awards designated as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, and a measurable focus on 8(a) competed contracts. This reflects a deliberate effort to expand economic opportunity while maintaining rigorous performance expectations. Her set-aside preferences indicate a balanced approach—prioritizing small business inclusion without compromising competition or mission readiness, and consistently leveraging socioeconomic programs to enhance vendor diversity. Rittenhouse’s primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 812930 (Parking Lots and Garages), NAICS 561611 (Investigation and Personal Background Check Services), and NAICS 811198 (Automotive Repair and Maintenance), indicating deep expertise in facility services, security operations, and vehicle support infrastructure. She also regularly procures analytical laboratory instrumentation and human resources consulting services, demonstrating technical fluency across physical asset management and administrative support domains. Her specialization lies in acquiring mission-enabling services that require precision, compliance, and operational reliability.