Empowering acquisition excellence within the Department of Veterans Affairs requires more than training—it requires mission-ready professionals who can execute with precision, compliance, and confidence. VISN-AUS exists to ensure that every Acquisition Utilization Specialist (AUS) possesses the validated knowledge, practical skill, and operational judgment necessary to deliver outcomes that directly support veteran care.
VISN-AUS was established to develop a workforce of certified, deployment-ready acquisition professionals who understand both federal procurement requirements and the VA’s unique clinical, logistical, and care-line demands. Through structured instruction, competency-based assessments, and targeted career development, VISN-AUS equips personnel to operate effectively within complex regulatory environments, streamline acquisition processes, and deliver compliant, efficient solutions that strengthen organizational readiness.
The mission of VISN-AUS extends beyond training, certification, or staffing. It is designed to build and sustain a disciplined acquisition talent pipeline capable of supporting the VA’s diverse and evolving portfolio of programs and services. By integrating technical mastery with professional development, VISN-AUS prepares specialists to perform at a high level across procurement planning, sourcing, contract administration, and closeout.
Most importantly, VISN-AUS provides the VA with a trusted, standardized framework to validate skills, address workforce gaps, and align acquisition capability with mission-critical priorities. In doing so, it strengthens the VA acquisition community as a whole and ensures the Department is positioned to deliver consistent, high-quality results in service to veterans nationwide.
