Shirley D Courtney Contract Specialist

Shirley D. Courtney serves as a Contract Specialist within the 248-NETWORK Contract Office 8 (36C248) of the Department of Veterans Affairs, where she plays a pivotal role in executing complex procurements to modernize and sustain VA medical infrastructure. She manages the full lifecycle of contracts for critical facility systems—including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and diagnostic equipment—as well as operational support services essential to maintaining safe, functional, and technologically advanced healthcare environments for veterans. Her work ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning acquisitions with VA’s mission to deliver high-quality, accessible care through reliable infrastructure. Courtney maintains consistent working relationships with a core group of experienced contractors, including BLUE CORD DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION, LLC, P.D.S. CONSULTANTS, INC., CAVU CONSULTING LLC, MCKENZIE CONSTRUCTION & SITE DEVELOPMENT LLC, and PARAMOUNT CONSTRUCTION GROUP, LLC. These partnerships reflect a preference for firms with proven expertise in facility upgrades, technical consulting, and specialized construction services. Her contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, rigorous vendor evaluation, and long-term reliability over transactional engagements, fostering collaborative relationships built on accountability and technical proficiency. Her procurement portfolio reflects a strong emphasis on open competition, with 95.5% of awards issued without set-aside designations, indicating a focus on maximizing competition and value. Only 4.5% of awards are reserved for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, reflecting a targeted but limited application of socioeconomic preferences aligned with VA’s broader mission to support veteran-owned enterprises. Courtney’s primary NAICS focus areas include 238220 (Plumbing, Heating, and Air-Conditioning Contractors) and 238290 (Other Building Equipment Contractors), underscoring her specialization in facility systems modernization. She also regularly procures services under 561990 (All Other Support Services) and 562112 (Hazardous Waste Collection), demonstrating expertise in managing diverse operational support needs critical to VA healthcare facility compliance, safety, and environmental standards.