Theresa Thomas

Theresa Thomas serves as a Contracting Officer for the 245-NETWORK Contract Office 5 (36C245) within the Department of Veterans Affairs, where she leads the acquisition of critical healthcare infrastructure and clinical support systems essential to VA medical centers. Her portfolio encompasses the procurement of surgical instruments, electromedical devices, analytical laboratory equipment, and specialized healthcare support services, ensuring that veteran-facing facilities maintain operational readiness and clinical excellence. She manages full lifecycle contracting actions—from market research and solicitation development to award and performance oversight—prioritizing mission-critical capabilities that enhance patient care and facility functionality. Theresa maintains consistent working relationships with key contractors including JAN-CARE AMBULANCE OF RALEIGH COUNTY, INC., K & M TRANSPORTATION SERVICES LLC, PANAKEIA, LLC, and GUARDIAN ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES CO INC, reflecting a focus on specialized medical transport, environmental services, and clinical supply chain support. Her procurement patterns demonstrate a preference for established vendors with proven capabilities in healthcare logistics and facility operations, often leveraging long-term, performance-based contracts to ensure reliability and compliance with VA clinical standards. She exhibits a strong commitment to small business participation, with over 55% of her awards directed toward small business set-asides, including 21.7% allocated to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses and 31.1% to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While No Set-Aside contracts remain a significant portion of her portfolio, her consistent use of SDVOSB and WOSB set-asides underscores a deliberate strategy to advance socioeconomic goals while maintaining mission-critical performance. Her technical focus centers on NAICS 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing), 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing), and 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in procuring precision medical devices and diagnostic equipment. She routinely engages with manufacturers and integrators of electromedical systems and laboratory instrumentation, ensuring acquisitions align with evolving clinical standards and VA’s modernization objectives.