Kathleen A. Vallejo

Kathleen A. Vallejo serves as a procurement specialist responsible for managing acquisitions within the federal government’s ophthalmic goods supply chain. Her role centers on ensuring timely and compliant procurement of vision-related medical supplies and equipment, aligning with agency mission needs and federal contracting regulations. She oversees the full lifecycle of contracts—from solicitation and evaluation to award and administration—focusing on merchant wholesale distribution of ophthalmic products. Her work supports clinical operations by securing essential items such as lenses, diagnostic instruments, and corrective eyewear, ensuring continuity of care for beneficiaries. Vallejo maintains a consistent contracting pattern with merchant wholesalers specializing in ophthalmic goods, fostering long-term vendor partnerships grounded in reliability, regulatory compliance, and supply chain resilience. She engages primarily with distributors who meet federal quality standards and maintain robust inventory systems for just-in-time delivery. While specific contractor names are not disclosed, her portfolio reflects a preference for vendors with proven track records in medical device distribution and adherence to FDA and FAR requirements. Her procurement strategy is fully aligned with small business set-aside requirements under FAR 19.5, with 100% of her acquisitions designated for small business participation. This reflects a deliberate and sustained commitment to socioeconomic goals, ensuring opportunities for small, independently owned firms in the ophthalmic supply sector. She actively promotes competition among small businesses and prioritizes contract awards to firms capable of meeting specialized technical and logistical demands. Vallejo’s expertise is concentrated in NAICS 423460, Ophthalmic Goods Merchant Wholesalers, making her a key liaison between federal health agencies and the medical wholesale distribution industry. She specializes in procuring prescription and non-prescription ophthalmic products, including corrective lenses, diagnostic tools, and vision screening equipment. Her technical knowledge spans optical product specifications, regulatory compliance for medical devices, and inventory management standards critical to clinical readiness.