Valerie DeVeaux

Valerie DeVeaux serves as a Contract Specialist responsible for managing the full lifecycle of federal acquisitions, from requirements definition and market research through solicitation, evaluation, award, and contract administration. She plays a critical role in ensuring compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and promoting efficient, transparent procurement practices within her organization. Her portfolio primarily consists of complex procurements for medical and laboratory equipment, diagnostic supplies, and specialized surgical instruments, requiring deep technical understanding and precise contract structuring to meet mission-critical healthcare and research needs. While specific contractor names are not available, her contracting patterns indicate consistent engagement with manufacturers and suppliers in the medical device and diagnostic instrumentation sectors. She cultivates relationships with both large-scale producers and small business vendors, emphasizing competitive bidding and performance-based contract terms to ensure quality, timeliness, and regulatory compliance. Her approach favors open competition but incorporates targeted set-asides to support socioeconomic objectives. Valerie demonstrates a strong preference for open, unrestricted acquisitions, with 89.7% of her awards issued under the “No Set-Aside” category. Nevertheless, she actively supports small business participation, with nearly 10% of awards designated as Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5 and over 1% awarded through 8(a) competed programs. This balanced approach reflects a commitment to both efficiency and socioeconomic goals, aligning with federal priorities while maintaining robust competition. Her procurement focus centers on NAICS codes related to medical device manufacturing, including 339113 (Surgical Appliance and Supplies), 339112 (Surgical and Medical Instrument Manufacturing), and 325413 (In-Vitro Diagnostic Substance Manufacturing), alongside 811219 (Medical and Diagnostic Laboratory Services). She regularly acquires analytical laboratory instruments and precision medical tools, demonstrating expertise in highly regulated, technical domains requiring adherence to FDA and ISO standards. Her work supports critical public health infrastructure through the reliable sourcing of advanced medical technologies.