Network Contract Office 17 (36C257) of the Department of Veterans Affairs focuses on the procurement and maintenance of critical medical infrastructure and clinical support services. Its core mission centers on equipping healthcare facilities with advanced surgical and medical instruments, electrotherapeutic apparatus, and diagnostic laboratory equipment.
257-NETWORK Contract Office 17 (36C257) is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors. Over the last 12 months, 257-NETWORK Contract Office 17 (36C257) has obligated $114,771,491, issued 71 awards, and worked with 66 contractors. It currently has 121 open contract opportunities. Procurement is concentrated in Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing, Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing, and Medical Laboratories.
Spending trends, top contractors, industry breakdown, and recent contract activity.
AI Mission Profile
Network Contract Office 17 (36C257) of the Department of Veterans Affairs focuses on the procurement and maintenance of critical medical infrastructure and clinical support services. Its core mission centers on equipping healthcare facilities with advanced surgical and medical instruments, electroth...
Network Contract Office 17 (36C257) of the Department of Veterans Affairs focuses on the procurement and maintenance of critical medical infrastructure and clinical support services. Its core mission centers on equipping healthcare facilities with advanced surgical and medical instruments, electrotherapeutic apparatus, and diagnostic laboratory equipment. Strategic priorities include the continuous operational readiness of medical facilities through comprehensive preventative and corrective maintenance, as well as the expansion of specialized clinical capabilities such as teleradiology and dental services.
Procurement patterns indicate a heavy emphasis on the acquisition of medical device manufacturing and laboratory supplies, paired with extensive service contracts for the repair and maintenance of electronic and precision equipment. The agency frequently procures facility upgrades, including electrical, plumbing, and HVAC modifications to support clinical expansions. Recent activities show a focus on technical support, data security, and specialized medical staffing.
The agency demonstrates a strong preference for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and general Small Business (SBA) set-asides. Primary target NAICS categories include surgical and medical instrument manufacturing, electronic equipment repair, and commercial building construction. The procurement strategy heavily favors veteran-owned enterprises, reflecting a commitment to diversity and veteran-centric vendor relationships.
This office operates as a specialized procurement arm within the Department of Veterans Affairs, managing a diverse portfolio of subcontracts and award notices. Its organizational scope encompasses both the physical infrastructure of healthcare sites and the high-tech medical instrumentation required for patient care.
Procurement Analytics
Where 257-NETWORK Contract Office 17 (36C257) directs its contract spending, by industry and small-business set-aside program.
Senate-confirmed and senior-executive posts at 257-NETWORK Contract Office 17 (36C257) and its sub-agencies, as published in the OPM Plum Book. These are leadership positions, not total employees.
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