Carolyn Bennett

Carolyn Bennett serves as a key procurement professional within the 256-NETWORK Contract Office 16 (36C256) of the Department of Veterans Affairs, overseeing the acquisition of critical medical equipment, facility infrastructure, and maintenance services essential to veteran healthcare delivery. Her work directly supports the modernization and operational readiness of VA hospitals, clinics, and residential care facilities, with a focus on electromedical devices, surgical supplies, and precision instrumentation. She manages competitive solicitations under FAR Part 15, ensuring compliance with federal procurement standards while aligning acquisitions with VA’s mission to deliver high-quality, accessible care. Bennett 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 reflect a blend of specialized medical equipment suppliers, facility maintenance providers, and construction firms capable of delivering mission-critical solutions under tight regulatory and operational constraints. Her contracting approach emphasizes reliability, technical compliance, and long-term service performance over short-term cost savings. Her procurement portfolio demonstrates a strong preference for open competition, with 77.8% of awards issued without set-aside designations, while maintaining a notable 22.2% commitment to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. This balance reflects a strategic emphasis on market-wide competition while actively enabling small business participation where capabilities align with technical requirements. Her primary NAICS focus areas include 337121 (upholstered household furniture), 339113 (surgical appliance and supplies manufacturing), and 811210 (electronic and precision equipment repair and maintenance), underscoring expertise in procuring both clinical and environmental infrastructure. She regularly handles acquisitions for analytical laboratory instruments, surgical tools, and precision medical devices, demonstrating deep familiarity with the technical specifications and regulatory standards governing VA healthcare procurement.