William R. Simmons

William R. Simmons serves as a Contract Specialist at the Federal Correctional Institution at Leavenworth (15B408), under the Bureau of Prisons, where he manages the acquisition of mission-critical goods and services essential to the safe, secure, and humane operation of the facility. His primary focus is on ensuring dietary compliance and religious accommodation through the procurement of culturally and faith-specific meals, including Kosher and Halal offerings, alongside supporting infrastructure and operational services. Simmons handles a diverse portfolio of contracts governed by FAR Part 13 and Part 14, with an emphasis on sealed bidding and simplified acquisition procedures to meet the agency’s operational tempo and regulatory obligations. He maintains established working relationships with key vendors including Shaver Foods LLC, ABNY Distribution LLC, Pueblo Trading Co Inc, L.A. Foods, LLC, and AMS Consultant, primarily sourcing specialized food products, logistical support, and facility-related services. His procurement approach emphasizes reliability, regulatory adherence, and supply chain continuity, fostering long-term vendor partnerships that align with the institution’s strict nutritional and religious accommodation standards. Simmons demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with 80% of his acquisitions structured as total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, consistently prioritizing small, disadvantaged, and socially and economically disadvantaged enterprises. His contracting patterns reflect a deliberate strategy to expand economic opportunity within the federal supply chain while ensuring compliance with socioeconomic goals. His primary NAICS focus includes 311999 for specialized food manufacturing, particularly religiously compliant meal kits, and 561612 for security and patrol services. He also procures services under 221122 (electric power distribution), 485510 (charter bus transportation), and 337127 (institutional furniture), demonstrating technical expertise in supporting correctional facility operations through integrated, mission-aligned acquisitions.