Donyale Smith
Acting Director of Contracting @U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
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WORK HISTORY
Acting Director of Contracting @U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Linthicum, MD, US
Currently serving as interim Director of Contracting for NCO 7 (SC, GA, AL), providing strategic leadership and oversight of acquisition operations across a geographically dispersed healthcare network. • Lead contracting operations supporting VISN-aligned medical centers and program offices, ensuring timely, compliant, and mission-focused acquisition execution • Strengthen engagement and collaboration with VISN leadership and medical centers to better align contracting support with clinical and operational priorities • Drive execution of Non-Recurring Maintenance (NRM) obligations, prioritizing timely award and fund utilization to support facility readiness and infrastructure improvements • Provide executive-level guidance on complex, high-value acquisitions, balancing speed, compliance, and risk management • Foster a culture of accountability, communication, and customer service across acquisition teams • Partner with senior stakeholders to identify gaps, improve processes, and enhance overall contracting performance and responsiveness
EDUCATION
Howard University
BBA, Marketing
Florida Institute of Technology
MBA, Contract Management
Baltimore Polytechnic Institute
Advanced Collge Prep, College Prep
SKILLS
ABOUT DONYALE SMITH
I am a senior federal acquisition and contracting executive with over two decades of experience leading complex procurement operations across healthcare, infrastructure, and public-sector environments.I currently serve as Director of Contracting for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, overseeing geographically dispersed contracting operations supporting VA medical centers and program offices across multiple states and VISN environments. I hold a FAC-C Professional certification and am a warranted Contracting Officer with $100M authority, bringing extensive experience guiding organizations through high-risk, high-value acquisition decisions.My expertise spans cradle-to-grave federal contracting, acquisition strategy, operational leadership, compliance, and governance. I am recognized for strengthening contracting organizations, improving efficiency and accountability, and developing high-performing teams capable of delivering mission-critical outcomes.Having worked in both the federal government and private sector, I bring a pragmatic, business-focused perspective to acquisition leadership. I am particularly passionate about mentoring and developing professionals, advancing organizational excellence, and ensuring contracting functions operate as strategic partners — not merely transactional support.Core areas of focus include:• Executive-level acquisition strategy• Large-scale federal and healthcare contracting• Workforce development and succession planning• Risk management, compliance, and governance• Small business and socio-economic program leadership
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