Timothy E. Kimmel

Timothy Kimmel serves as a Contracting Officer for Network Contract Office 23 (36C263) within the Department of Veterans Affairs, where he is responsible for managing the acquisition of critical medical equipment, surgical supplies, and healthcare infrastructure essential to sustaining VA clinical operations nationwide. His portfolio centers on procuring electromedical devices, analytical laboratory instruments, and surgical appliances to ensure veteran access to advanced diagnostic and therapeutic technologies. Kimmel executes full lifecycle contracting actions under FAR and VA-specific regulations, balancing mission-critical requirements with fiscal accountability and regulatory compliance. Kimmel maintains consistent contracting relationships with leading suppliers including Abbott Laboratories Inc., Primary Care Solutions Inc., and BZ Construction and Development LLC, reflecting a mix of large prime contractors and specialized medical and facility service providers. His procurement patterns indicate a preference for established vendors with proven capabilities in FDA-regulated medical devices and healthcare construction, while also fostering partnerships with firms experienced in VA-specific compliance protocols and supply chain reliability. His contracting approach prioritizes socioeconomic goals, with nearly 32% of awards directed toward small business set-asides, including 14.7% designated for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) and 16.8% for Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5. While the majority of acquisitions remain open to all competitors (68.5%), Kimmel actively leverages VA’s small business programs to enhance vendor diversity and support veteran-owned enterprises aligned with the agency’s mission. Kimmel’s technical focus lies primarily in NAICS 334516 (Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing), 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing), and 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing), reflecting deep expertise in procuring precision medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and sterile surgical consumables. His domain knowledge encompasses FDA-classified Class II medical devices, sterilization standards, and healthcare facility integration requirements, ensuring acquisitions meet both clinical and operational readiness benchmarks for VA medical centers.