Rebecca S. Quilhot

Rebecca S. Quilhot serves as a Contracting Officer for the VBA Field Contracting office (36C10E) within the Department of Veterans Affairs, where she plays a pivotal role in securing critical services that enable veteran reintegration into civilian life. She manages the full lifecycle of procurements under the Federal Acquisition Regulation, with a primary focus on vocational rehabilitation services, adaptive equipment, and operational support solutions. Her acquisitions directly support the VA’s mission to deliver accessible, high-quality services to veterans through specialized vendors, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and strategic priorities in workforce development and facility modernization. While specific contractor names are not disclosed in available data, Quilhot maintains a consistent pattern of engaging with both large-capability vendors and small businesses to fulfill mission-critical needs. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, clear statement of work development, and rigorous source selection under FAR Part 15. She frequently collaborates with firms experienced in delivering vocational training, assistive technologies, and facility adaptation services, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in accountability and veteran-centered outcomes. Quilhot demonstrates a strong commitment to socioeconomic contracting, with service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses (SDVOSBs) representing 30.8% of her award activity, making them the most frequently set-aside category. She also regularly utilizes total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deliberate strategy to expand opportunities for small businesses while maintaining competitive integrity. Her contracting patterns align with VA’s mandate to prioritize veteran-owned enterprises and ensure equitable access to federal procurement. Her primary NAICS focus is on 624310 (Vocational Rehabilitation Services), which accounts for over 40% of her portfolio, underscoring her deep expertise in human services procurement. She also manages acquisitions in related domains including office equipment leasing, data infrastructure services, and specialized manufacturing, demonstrating a nuanced understanding of the technical and operational ecosystems supporting veteran services. Her work bridges clinical, technological, and facility-based requirements to ensure comprehensive veteran support.