John E Becker Contracting Officer 605-336-3230 x7960

John Becker serves as a Contracting Officer for Network Contract Office 23 (36C263) within the Department of Veterans Affairs, where he manages the acquisition of critical medical equipment, surgical supplies, and facility infrastructure essential to sustaining VA healthcare delivery nationwide. His portfolio encompasses complex procurements under FAR Part 13 and Part 15, including sealed bidding and negotiated contracts for diagnostic technologies, surgical instrumentation, and clinical facility upgrades. Becker plays a pivotal role in ensuring operational readiness by aligning acquisition strategies with VA’s mission to provide veterans with timely, high-quality medical care through reliable, modernized healthcare environments. He maintains enduring relationships 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-capability vendors and specialized service providers. His contracting patterns emphasize performance-based outcomes, with a preference for contractors demonstrating proven expertise in medical-grade equipment installation, laboratory services, and healthcare facility modernization. Becker’s approach prioritizes vendor reliability, compliance with clinical safety standards, and supply chain resilience. While the majority of his acquisitions—74%—are conducted without set-asides, Becker demonstrates strong support for socioeconomic programs, with 20.6% of awards designated for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and an additional 5.5% allocated under Total Small Business Set-Asides per FAR 19.5. This reflects a deliberate effort to foster veteran-owned enterprise participation while maintaining competitive rigor in mission-critical procurements. His primary NAICS focus areas include 811219 (Other Commercial and Industrial Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance), 621111 (Offices of Physicians), and 541380 (Testing Laboratories), underscoring his technical expertise in clinical support services, medical device maintenance, and diagnostic infrastructure. Becker’s work ensures that VA facilities remain equipped with compliant, high-performance systems essential to veteran care delivery.