Martin.priest@va.gov

Martin Priest serves as a contracting professional within the 256-NETWORK Contract Office 16 (36C256) of the Department of Veterans Affairs, responsible for managing the acquisition of critical healthcare infrastructure and facility services to support the Alexandria VA Healthcare System. His portfolio centers on sustaining and modernizing veteran-centric care environments through the procurement of skilled nursing facility equipment, electromedical systems, and facility maintenance services. Priest ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with VA’s mission to deliver high-quality, accessible care through reliable, mission-critical infrastructure. He maintains established relationships with key contractors including VETMEDPROPERTY LLC, MILLBROOK SUPPORT SERVICES INC, SI PROPERTY INVESTMENTS LLC, BRISTON CONSTRUCTION, LLC, and 336 AT SOUTH MEDICAL LTD, who consistently deliver specialized medical equipment, facility upgrades, and operational support services. These partnerships reflect a preference for experienced vendors with proven expertise in VA healthcare environments, emphasizing reliability, regulatory adherence, and timely execution of complex facility-based acquisitions. While the majority of his procurements (87.5%) are conducted without set-aside restrictions, Priest maintains a consistent commitment to small business participation, with 12.5% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. His contracting patterns demonstrate a balanced approach—prioritizing operational efficiency while actively enabling small business engagement within the VA supply chain. His primary industry focus lies in NAICS 623110 (Nursing Care Facilities), reflecting deep expertise in procuring skilled nursing infrastructure, patient care equipment, and related facility services. He also engages in acquisitions under NAICS 624229 (Other Community Housing Services), supporting residential care environments tailored to veteran needs. Priest’s technical domain expertise encompasses medical equipment integration, facility lifecycle management, and compliance with federal healthcare facility standards.