Deidra Thomas

Carlos Ortiz serves as a primary procurement contact within the Department of Veterans Affairs. In this role, he is responsible for managing acquisitions that support the agency's operational and clinical missions, overseeing the procurement process to ensure the delivery of critical medical and technical resources. Regarding set-aside preferences, the procurement patterns indicate a significant utilization of full and open competitions, though there is a clear commitment to socioeconomic goals. A notable portion of activity is directed toward Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Total Small Business Set-Asides, with additional targeted awards utilizing 8(a) sole source vehicles. His industry focus is heavily concentrated on the intersection of healthcare and technology. Primary procurement activity centers on surgical and medical instrument manufacturing, as well as electromedical and electrotherapeutic apparatus. Additionally, there is a strong emphasis on technical support services, specifically within other computer-related services and the repair and maintenance of electronic and precision equipment.