James K. Butler

James Kevin Butler serves as a Contracting Officer responsible for managing complex procurements within the medical and laboratory equipment sector. He plays a critical role in ensuring the acquisition of high-precision instruments and medical supplies that support clinical and diagnostic operations. His portfolio primarily encompasses competitive sealed bidding and negotiated contracts under FAR Part 15, with a strong emphasis on technical compliance, performance-based requirements, and lifecycle cost analysis. Butler’s work directly supports mission-critical healthcare infrastructure by securing reliable, FDA-regulated medical devices and analytical systems. While specific contractor relationships are not currently identifiable in available data, Butler’s procurement patterns indicate a consistent engagement with manufacturers and suppliers of surgical instruments, medical appliances, and laboratory equipment. He routinely works with both large-scale industrial vendors and specialized small businesses capable of meeting stringent regulatory and quality control standards, including ISO 13485 and 21 CFR Part 820 compliance. His contracting approach prioritizes technical capability, supply chain resilience, and post-award performance monitoring. Butler’s acquisition strategy reflects a strong preference for full and open competition, with 100% of his awards issued without set-aside designations. This indicates a focus on technical merit and market competitiveness rather than socioeconomic preferences, though he remains compliant with all small business participation goals as mandated by statute. His approach suggests an emphasis on securing the highest-quality solutions through open market mechanisms, while still adhering to statutory small business reporting and outreach requirements. His primary technical focus lies in NAICS 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing) and 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing), with additional procurement activity in analytical laboratory instrumentation (334516) and medical laboratory services (621511). He specializes in acquiring precision-engineered diagnostic tools, sterilizable surgical devices, and calibrated analytical equipment used in clinical and research environments, demonstrating deep familiarity with FDA classification systems and medical device regulatory frameworks.