What does Defense Health Agency do?

The Defense Health Agency focuses on the integration and delivery of comprehensive healthcare services for the Department of Defense. Its core mission centers on the modernization of medical infrastructure, the procurement of pharmaceutical and surgical supplies, and the advancement of clinical capabilities. Strategic priorities include the implementation of electronic health records, data interoperability, and the application of AI/ML for casualty prediction and anomaly detection. The agency also emphasizes medical simulation platforms and the maintenance of complex electromedical equipment to ensure operational readiness. Procurement patterns indicate a heavy reliance on professional services, specifically administrative and general management consulting, alongside specialized technical support for computer systems design. The agency frequently procures pharmaceutical preparations, surgical instruments, and analytical laboratory equipment. There is a significant emphasis on the lifecycle of medical technology, ranging from the installation and commissioning of dental milling systems to the preventative and corrective maintenance of precision electronic equipment. The agency targets a diverse range of NAICS categories, primarily focusing on professional, scientific, and technical services, as well as medical manufacturing. There is a strong preference for small business set-asides, with a particular emphasis on 8(a) certified firms and service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses. This indicates a strategic goal of diversifying the vendor base through targeted socio-economic set-asides. The Defense Health Agency operates as a component of the Department of Defense. Its organizational scope encompasses a wide array of medical logistics, from specialized freight trucking for medical supplies to the management of cloud-based healthcare infrastructure and cybersecurity accreditation. The agency utilizes a variety of procurement vehicles, including subcontracts and sources-sought notices, to acquire highly technical medical and IT solutions.

How do I find contracts from Defense Health Agency?

You can find contracts from Defense Health Agency on CLEATUS by visiting the agency's contracts tab. Search and filter by contract type, NAICS code, set-aside, and more. CLEATUS aggregates data from SAM.gov, FPDS, USASpending.gov, and state procurement systems.

How much does Defense Health Agency spend on contracts?

In the last 12 months, Defense Health Agency has obligated $1,892,908 across 12 contract awards to 12 contractors. The agency currently has 94 active contract opportunities.

What industries does Defense Health Agency contract in?

Defense Health Agency primarily contracts in the following industries: Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (NAICS 811210), Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing (NAICS 339112), Sound Recording Studios (NAICS 512240), (NAICS ), Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal (NAICS 562211). These NAICS codes represent the most active procurement categories for this agency in the last 12 months.

What contracts does Defense Health Agency award?

Defense Health Agency has awarded 12 contracts in the last 12 months, totaling $1,892,908 in obligations across 12 contractors. Top procurement categories include Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance, Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing, Sound Recording Studios. Browse all contracts .

How do I do business with Defense Health Agency?

To do business with Defense Health Agency, start by registering in SAM.gov and obtaining a UEI number. Then search for contract opportunities from this agency on CLEATUS. Review the agency's procurement history, identify relevant NAICS codes, and prepare competitive proposals. The contractors tab shows companies that have won contracts from this agency.

What is Defense Health Agency's annual contract spend?

Defense Health Agency has obligated $1,892,908 in contract awards over the last 12 months. This includes 12 contract actions to 12 unique contractors. The agency currently has 94 active contract opportunities.

What NAICS codes does Defense Health Agency use?

Defense Health Agency primarily uses the following NAICS codes: 811210 (Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance), 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing), 512240 (Sound Recording Studios), 562211 (Hazardous Waste Treatment and Disposal), 334510 (Electromedical and Electrotherapeutic Apparatus Manufacturing). These represent the most common industry classifications for contracts awarded by this agency in the last 12 months.

Who are the top contractors for Defense Health Agency?

View the full list of contractors who have won awards from Defense Health Agency in the contractors tab . You can filter by contract value, NAICS code, and set-aside type to find relevant competitors and potential teaming partners.

What set-aside programs does Defense Health Agency use?

Defense Health Agency uses 8 different set-aside programs, including Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5), Small Business Set Aside - Total, 8a Competed, and 8(a) Sole Source. These programs reserve a portion of contracts for qualifying businesses. View the set-aside breakdown on the agency overview.

What are the sub-agencies of Defense Health Agency?

Defense Health Agency has 1 sub-agency that award contracts independently. Each sub-agency has its own procurement activity, NAICS codes, and contractor relationships. View the full list on the agency overview.

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Federal Agency· HT9406

Defense Health Agency

Part of Department Of Defense

The Defense Health Agency focuses on the integration and delivery of comprehensive healthcare services for the Department of Defense. Its core mission centers on the modernization of medical infrastructure, the procurement of pharmaceutical and surgical supplies, and the advancement of clinical capabilities.

Defense Health Agency is a government agency with procurement activity across contracts, awards, and contractors. Over the last 12 months, Defense Health Agency has obligated $1,892,908, issued 12 awards, and worked with 12 contractors. It currently has 94 open contract opportunities. Procurement is concentrated in Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance, Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing, and Sound Recording Studios.

Active Contracts

$1.9M

Total Obligations (12mo)

Top

Leadership and vacancies

Senate-confirmed and senior-executive posts at Defense Health Agency and its sub-agencies, as published in the OPM Plum Book. These are leadership positions, not total employees.

Source: OPM Plum Book · Last confirmed 09/28/2026

Leadership posts

Filled

Vacant

25% of posts

Acting officials

12 posts · 3 vacant

Posts of Defense Health Agency

		Status		Appointment	Pay grade	Salary	Location
Defense Health Agency	--	Vacant	--	CA	ES	--	FALLS CHURCH, VA
Defense Health Agency	--	Vacant	Mar 2026	CA	ES	--	ARLINGTON, VA
Defense Health Agency	--	Vacant	Sep 2025	CA	ES	--	FALLS CHURCH, VA
Defense Health Agency	MICHAEL EMERSON	Filled	Apr 2026	CA	ES	$203,116	SAN ANTONIO, TX
Defense Health Agency	REGINA JULIAN	Filled	Apr 2022	CA	ES	$206,385	FALLS CHURCH, VA
Defense Health Agency	THOMAS FLANDERS	Filled	Mar 2019	CA	ES	$217,474	FALLS CHURCH, VA
Defense Health Agency	PAUL CORDTS	Filled	Mar 2019	CA	ES	$218,983	FALLS CHURCH, VA
Defense Health Agency	JAMES WATKINS	Filled	Oct 2022	CA	ES	$206,031	FALLS CHURCH, VA
Defense Health Agency	DAVID SMITH	Filled	Apr 2026	CA	ES	$227,471	FALLS CHURCH, VA
Defense Health Agency	CARRIE QUINN	Filled	Jul 2024	CA	ES	$206,458	FORT DETRICK, MD

Top Defense Health Agency Contractors

Companies with the highest total award amounts from this agency, ranked by contract value.

Company	Total Awards	Contracts
Becton, Dickinson and Company dba BD Diagnostic System Sparks Glencoe MD 21152 USA	$738K	1
INO THERAPEUTICS LLC Hazelwood MO 63042 USA	$733K	1
REFRIGERATION AND ELECTROMECHANICAL SERVICES LLC Virginia Beach VA 23451 USA	$551K	1
MEDICAL GRAPHICS CORPORATION Saint Paul MN 55127 USA	$487K	1
CENSIS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. Franklin TN 37067 USA	$268K	1
COMPASS CG LLC	$234K	1
SPRYSON AMERICA, INC.	$231K	1
ZDAAS LLC	$221K	1
MEDITRADE MEDICAL TRADING GMBH	$217K	1
ADVANCED STERILIZATION PRODUCTS SERVICES INC.	$205K	1