James Waggoner

James Waggoner serves as a key procurement lead within Acquisitions - AQM Momentum (19AQMM), a critical component of the Department of State responsible for securing infrastructure and technical services that underpin U.S. diplomatic missions overseas. He manages the full lifecycle of construction and facility-related contracts, ensuring that diplomatic compounds abroad meet stringent security, operational, and environmental standards. His work directly supports mission readiness by acquiring commercial and institutional building construction services that enable safe, functional, and resilient U.S. facilities in high-risk environments. Waggoner specializes in complex, mission-critical acquisitions requiring compliance with international building codes, force protection requirements, and federal construction regulations. He maintains established relationships with a diverse set of contractors, including PBG Consulting, LLC, CGI Federal Inc., and AMD International Technologies LLC, alongside international partners such as Pütz Security AG. These partnerships reflect a blend of domestic prime contractors with specialized security and construction capabilities and global firms offering integrated facility solutions. Waggoner’s contracting approach emphasizes performance-based outcomes, rigorous contractor vetting, and long-term service reliability, often leveraging indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) mechanisms to ensure rapid response to evolving diplomatic needs. Waggoner’s procurement portfolio is structured with a strong emphasis on socioeconomic inclusion, allocating 25% of awards to Total Small Business Set-Asides under FAR 19.5, while 75% remain open to all competitors. This balanced approach supports small business growth without compromising mission-critical delivery timelines or technical standards. His contracting patterns consistently prioritize qualified small businesses with proven experience in federal construction and security infrastructure. His primary technical focus lies exclusively in NAICS 236220 — Commercial and Institutional Building Construction — encompassing new construction, renovation, and security-enhanced facility upgrades for U.S. embassies and consulates. He procures turnkey construction services, including structural, mechanical, and security-integrated systems, requiring deep expertise in Department of State’s Standard Specifications and International Building Code compliance.