John K. Warner

John Warner supports the Acquisitions - Aqm Momentum (19AQMM) unit within the Department of State by managing complex procurement initiatives critical to U.S. diplomatic mission readiness abroad. He oversees the acquisition of technical services, security infrastructure, and IT modernization solutions that ensure the operational continuity and safety of overseas facilities and personnel. His work centers on contracting for mission-critical systems, including cybersecurity, facility engineering, and digital infrastructure, aligning with the agency’s strategic imperative to maintain resilient, high-performance diplomatic environments globally. Warner typically handles task orders under indefinite-delivery, indefinite-quantity (IDIQ) contracts and other performance-based acquisition vehicles requiring rigorous technical evaluation and risk mitigation. He maintains longstanding relationships with a select group of prime contractors, including PBG Consulting, LLC, CGI Federal Inc., AMD International Technologies LLC, Pütz Security AG, and KADIAK LLC_DGI-ATI II LLC_PROPERTY & ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT INC. These partnerships reflect a preference for established firms with proven capabilities in international security systems, custom software development, and facility management services. His contracting approach emphasizes performance outcomes, compliance with federal security standards, and contractor accountability across global operational contexts. Warner’s procurement portfolio is overwhelmingly non-set-aside, with 94.4% of awards issued under open competition, indicating a focus on technical merit and global scalability over socioeconomic preferences. Nevertheless, he consistently allocates 5.6% of opportunities to total small business set-asides under FAR 19.5, demonstrating a measured but intentional commitment to small business participation where capabilities align with mission needs. His primary procurement focus lies in NAICS 541519 (Other Computer Related Services) and 541511 (Custom Computer Programming Services), reflecting deep expertise in integrated IT solutions, systems integration, and bespoke software development for diplomatic applications. He also procures computing infrastructure, data hosting, and specialized security hardware, underscoring a technical domain centered on secure, scalable digital environments supporting U.S. foreign operations.