William M. Simmons

William M. Simmons serves as a key procurement lead within the 248-NETWORK Contract Office 8 (36C248) of the Department of Veterans Affairs, responsible for managing complex construction and facility modernization contracts critical to sustaining VA healthcare infrastructure. He oversees the acquisition of building exterior systems, structural upgrades, and mission-critical infrastructure services that support the operational readiness of VA medical facilities. His portfolio centers on ensuring compliance with federal construction standards while delivering safe, efficient, and technologically integrated environments for veteran care. Simmons routinely handles full and open competitions under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, with a focus on performance-based contracting and design-build delivery methods. He maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of experienced contractors including BLUE CORD DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION, LLC, P.D.S. CONSULTANTS, INC., CAVU CONSULTING LLC, MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, and PARAMOUNT CONSTRUCTION GROUP, LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for vendors with proven expertise in facility renovation, structural modifications, and integrated building systems. Simmons prioritizes contractors demonstrating technical proficiency in compliance with ANSI, ICC, and OSHA standards, fostering long-term collaborations grounded in quality, schedule adherence, and safety performance. Simmons’s procurement activity is exclusively conducted under full and open competition, with no set-asides designated for 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, or other socioeconomic programs. This reflects a mission-driven approach prioritizing technical capability and facility integrity over socioeconomic preferences, aligning with the agency’s need for high-reliability construction services in sensitive healthcare environments. His primary focus lies in NAICS 238190—Other Foundation, Structure, and Building Exterior Contractors—where he procures services including roofing, façade rehabilitation, waterproofing, structural steel installation, and exterior envelope upgrades. His expertise encompasses the integration of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems within building shell renovations, ensuring compliance with VA’s stringent facility standards and life-safety codes.