David Bunt

David J. Bunt serves as a Contracting Officer within the Mitigation SECTION (MIT60) of the Federal Emergency Management Agency, where he manages acquisitions critical to advancing national resilience and flood risk mitigation. His portfolio centers on procurement of educational, training, and technical support services that enhance community preparedness and support the National Flood Insurance Program. Bunt ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning contracting strategies with FEMA’s mission to reduce disaster risk through data-driven planning and operational sustainability. He routinely handles service-based contracts requiring specialized expertise in risk modeling, public education, and program administration. Bunt cultivates partnerships with a diverse range of vendors, primarily focused on educational support providers, professional training firms, and specialized printing services. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, his contracting patterns reflect a deliberate emphasis on collaboration with firms capable of delivering tailored curriculum development, resilience training modules, and printed materials for public outreach. His working relationships are characterized by structured competition and a preference for vendors with demonstrated experience in federal emergency management contexts. A strong advocate for socioeconomic equity in procurement, Bunt consistently prioritizes small business participation, with 50% of his awards designated for total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5. He also actively utilizes 8(a) competed set-asides, reflecting a commitment to empowering disadvantaged business enterprises. His contracting approach aligns with federal goals to broaden vendor diversity and strengthen the capacity of small firms to deliver mission-critical services. Bunt’s primary NAICS focus lies in Educational Support Services (611710) and Professional and Management Development Training (611430), underscoring his specialization in designing and procuring educational programs that build community resilience. He also regularly acquires printed materials through Books Printing (323117) to support public awareness campaigns. His technical domain expertise lies at the intersection of disaster risk communication, public education strategy, and programmatic training delivery for federal mitigation initiatives.