Contracting Officer

Dionna Jones-Banks serves as a Contract Specialist within the 250-NETWORK Contract Office 10 (36C250) of the Department of Veterans Affairs, where she plays a pivotal role in executing strategic procurements that support the modernization and operational readiness of VA medical facilities. Her responsibilities encompass the full lifecycle management of contracts for critical healthcare infrastructure, including electromedical equipment, diagnostic systems, facility electrical installations, and technical support services essential to veteran care delivery. She ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with the VA’s mission to maintain cutting-edge clinical environments. Jones-Banks maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including WSSA LLC, Ohio Ambulance Solutions, LLC, Integrated Maintenance and Bus Services LLC, MGI, Inc., and Progenics Pharmaceuticals Inc., reflecting a focus on reliable vendors capable of delivering complex medical and facility-related solutions. Her contracting patterns indicate a preference for established providers with proven capabilities in technical service delivery, equipment maintenance, and infrastructure support, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in performance and regulatory adherence. Her procurement portfolio reflects no set-aside preferences, with all awards issued under full and open competition. This underscores a mission-driven approach prioritizing capability and compliance over socioeconomic targeting, while still maintaining rigorous evaluation standards for vendor qualifications and past performance. Her primary NAICS focus areas include 515112 (Radio Stations), 238210 (Electrical Contractors), 811219 (Other Personal Services), 541990 (Other Professional Services), and 517312 (Wireless Telecommunications Carriers), indicating expertise in procuring specialized communications systems, facility electrical upgrades, maintenance services, and technical consulting. She consistently supports acquisitions that bridge clinical needs with infrastructure resilience, demonstrating deep domain knowledge in healthcare facility modernization and medical technology integration.