Carey M Kauzlarich

Carey M. Kauzlarich serves as a key procurement professional within the Department of Veterans Affairs, operating under the Sac Frederick (36C10X) designation, where they oversee the acquisition of critical medical, technical, and operational resources to support VA healthcare delivery nationwide. Their role centers on managing competitive contracting processes for clinical infrastructure, medical supplies, and professional services essential to veteran care. Kauzlarich handles a diverse portfolio of solicitations, including those for surgical equipment, training programs, and communications technology, ensuring alignment with VA’s mission to modernize clinical capabilities and enhance service accessibility. Kauzlarich maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of contractors, including AFTER ACTION MEDICAL AND DENTAL SUPPLY, LLC, VETERANS HEALTHCARE SUPPLY SOLUTIONS, INC, Argent ARC LLC, PROMETHEUS FEDERAL SERVICES LLC, and AQUESTIVE THERAPEUTICS, INC. These partnerships reflect a focus on specialized medical supply chains, federal healthcare logistics, and therapeutic product distribution. The contracting pattern demonstrates a preference for vendors with proven expertise in VA-compliant procurement protocols and clinical supply chain integrity, fostering reliable, compliant, and responsive vendor engagements. Set-aside preferences are overwhelmingly aligned with open competition, with 92.9% of awards issued without socioeconomic set-asides. However, Kauzlarich maintains a targeted commitment to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) participation, accounting for 7.1% of awards, reflecting a deliberate effort to support veteran entrepreneurs while maintaining operational efficiency and market competitiveness. The procurement focus is dominated by NAICS 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing), indicating a strong emphasis on clinical equipment and disposable medical devices. Additional activity in NAICS 611430 (Professional Training) and 541990 (Technical Services) underscores expertise in workforce development and specialized consulting. The inclusion of 334220 (Communications Equipment) and 621111 (Physician Offices) reveals a multidisciplinary approach to acquiring integrated healthcare solutions, demonstrating deep technical familiarity with VA’s clinical and administrative infrastructure needs.