Alicia Caldwell

Alicia Caldwell serves as a Program Support Assistant–Canteen within the 256-NETWORK Contract Office 16 (36C256) of the Department of Veterans Affairs, providing critical procurement support for canteen and facility services that sustain veteran healthcare environments. In this role, she facilitates the acquisition of essential operational supplies and services that ensure the daily functionality of VA medical centers and residential care facilities. Her responsibilities include managing solicitation documentation, coordinating contract administration tasks, and ensuring compliance with federal acquisition regulations for non-medical support services. She works closely with contracting officers to execute procurements that align with VA’s mission of delivering dignified, accessible care through well-maintained, fully operational facilities. Caldwell maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors including VETMEDPROPERTY LLC, MILLBROOK SUPPORT SERVICES INC, SI PROPERTY INVESTMENTS LLC, BRISTON CONSTRUCTION, LLC, and 336 AT SOUTH MEDICAL LTD. These partnerships are primarily centered on facility maintenance, canteen operations, and specialized property management services. Her procurement approach emphasizes reliability, regulatory compliance, and performance accountability, fostering long-term vendor collaborations that prioritize service continuity and veteran-centered outcomes. Alicia Caldwell’s contracting portfolio is exclusively dedicated to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides, reflecting a 100% commitment to socioeconomic programs that empower veteran entrepreneurs. This unwavering focus ensures that every acquisition opportunity supports the VA’s broader goal of advancing economic opportunity for those who served, while reinforcing mission-critical supply chains with trusted, veteran-led vendors. Her primary procurement activity is concentrated under NAICS 561613 (Armored Car Services), indicating specialized expertise in secure transportation and cash handling services essential for canteen operations within VA facilities. This niche specialization underscores her technical understanding of high-security logistics, cash management protocols, and compliance with federal financial safeguarding standards in healthcare settings.