Jared Dawson

Jared Dawson serves as Supervisory Contract Specialist at the 261-NETWORK Contract Office 21 (36C261) within the Department of Veterans Affairs, where he oversees the acquisition of critical medical equipment, surgical supplies, and facility support services essential to sustaining VA healthcare infrastructure. In this leadership role, he ensures compliance with federal procurement regulations while aligning contract strategies with the agency’s mission to deliver high-quality, accessible care to veterans. His portfolio includes complex procurements for diagnostic and therapeutic systems, laboratory instrumentation, and facility modernization services, requiring deep technical understanding and strategic sourcing expertise. Dawson maintains longstanding relationships with key contractors including Abbott Laboratories, Cynergy Professional Systems, Integrated Trans Joint Venture, Science Applications International Corporation, and McKenzie Construction & Site Development. These partnerships span medical technology, clinical support systems, and facility construction, reflecting a balanced approach between large prime contractors and specialized service providers. His contracting patterns emphasize performance-based outcomes, long-term service agreements, and integrated solutions that enhance operational readiness across VA medical centers. While the majority of his acquisitions are unrestricted, Dawson demonstrates a measurable commitment to small business participation, with approximately 20% of awards directed toward small business set-asides, including Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and Total Small Business set-asides under FAR 19.5. He actively promotes socioeconomic goals through targeted outreach and competitive 8(a) opportunities, ensuring equitable access for qualified disadvantaged firms. His primary NAICS focus areas include Facilities Support Services (561210), Home Health Equipment Rental (532283), and Janitorial Services (561720), indicating a strong emphasis on maintaining clinical environments and supporting patient care logistics. Dawson’s expertise lies in procuring integrated medical and facility services that ensure the operational integrity of VA healthcare delivery systems.