Jen Johnson

Jennifer M. Johnson serves as Branch Chief for Network Contract Office 23 (36C263) within the Department of Veterans Affairs, overseeing the acquisition of critical medical equipment, surgical supplies, and facility infrastructure essential to VA healthcare delivery nationwide. In this leadership role, she directs the planning, solicitation, and award of complex contracts supporting clinical readiness and facility modernization, ensuring veterans receive access to state-of-the-art diagnostic, therapeutic, and surgical technologies. Her portfolio encompasses high-stakes procurements in construction, medical device manufacturing, and institutional fit-out, requiring rigorous compliance with federal acquisition regulations and VA-specific clinical standards. Johnson maintains consistent partnerships with key contractors including BZ Construction and Development LLC, Highlands Enterprises LLC, Abbott Laboratories Inc., Primary Care Solutions Inc., and Pedersen & Rangel, reflecting a balanced mix of large-capacity manufacturers, specialized medical suppliers, and experienced construction firms. These relationships are built on proven performance in delivering mission-critical solutions under tight timelines, with a focus on reliability, regulatory adherence, and seamless integration into VA medical environments. Her contracting activity reflects a strict preference for full and open competition, with 100% of awards issued without socioeconomic set-asides, indicating a procurement strategy prioritizing technical capability, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery over mandated small business set-asides. While she does not routinely utilize 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB programs, her office maintains compliance with all small business subcontracting requirements as part of broader prime contract obligations. Johnson’s primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), 337127 (Institutional Furniture Manufacturing), and 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing), with additional emphasis on electrical installation and prefabricated metal components. Her expertise spans the integration of clinical infrastructure with medical technology, requiring deep familiarity with healthcare facility design standards, ANSI/ASHRAE guidelines, and FDA-regulated medical device procurement protocols.