David Sette

David Sette serves as a key procurement lead within Acquisitions - AQM Momentum (19AQMM), a critical component of the U.S. Department of State responsible for securing mission-critical services that safeguard diplomatic operations overseas. He manages the end-to-end acquisition lifecycle for technical consulting and security infrastructure contracts essential to U.S. embassy and consulate readiness, focusing on high-priority requirements in facility security, IT modernization, and operational continuity. His work directly supports the agency’s mandate to ensure the safety and functionality of U.S. personnel and assets abroad through rapid, compliant, and strategically aligned contracting. Sette maintains consistent partnerships with a select group of specialized contractors, including PBG Consulting, LLC, CGI Federal Inc., AMD International Technologies LLC, P�tz Security AG, and KADIAK LLC_DGI-ATI II LLC_PROPERTY & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INC. These relationships reflect a preference for firms with proven expertise in diplomatic security, technical advisory services, and facility systems integration. His contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, rigorous compliance with FAR standards, and sustained collaboration with vendors capable of delivering global, scalable solutions under dynamic operational conditions. Sette’s procurement portfolio is fully aligned with a 100% Small Business Set-Aside strategy under FAR 19.5, reflecting a deep institutional commitment to socioeconomic equity and capacity building. All contracts are reserved exclusively for small businesses, fostering opportunities for emerging firms with niche capabilities in security consulting and technical support. This approach strengthens the small business ecosystem while ensuring the agency accesses agile, innovative solutions tailored to complex diplomatic environments. His primary procurement focus is NAICS 541690 — Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services — encompassing security risk assessments, facility vulnerability analyses, cybersecurity advisory, and infrastructure planning for overseas missions. He specializes in acquiring non-engineering technical services that inform strategic decision-making, enhance operational resilience, and align with State Department security protocols, making him a pivotal figure in the procurement of mission-critical advisory and analytical support.