Pete W. Jones

Pete W. Jones serves as a key procurement lead within Acquisitions – AQM Momentum (19AQMM), a critical component of the Department of State responsible for securing mission-critical infrastructure and technical services to support U.S. diplomatic operations worldwide. In this role, he manages the full lifecycle of acquisitions for security systems, IT modernization platforms, and facility construction services essential to the safety and operational continuity of overseas missions. His work ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurement strategy with the agency’s strategic priorities in force protection and diplomatic readiness. Jones typically handles complex, high-stakes contracts requiring specialized technical expertise and rigorous performance standards. Jones maintains collaborative relationships with a diverse array of contractors, including engineering firms, IT service providers, and technical consultants specializing in diplomatic security environments. He engages with both large primes and small business subcontractors to deliver integrated solutions for facility upgrades, cybersecurity infrastructure, and mission-critical communications systems. His contracting patterns reflect a preference for competitive, performance-based solicitations that emphasize accountability, innovation, and long-term operational sustainability. His procurement strategy demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with nearly 32% of awards directed toward small business set-asides, including a significant emphasis on Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (8.2%) and Total Small Business Set-Asides (19.7%). While the majority of contracts remain open competition (67.2%), Jones actively promotes socioeconomic inclusion by encouraging 8(a) and Women-Owned Small Business participation within the broader vendor ecosystem. Jones’s primary technical focus lies in NAICS 511210 (Software Publishers), 541330 (Engineering Services), and 541690 (Other Scientific and Technical Consulting Services), reflecting his specialization in digital infrastructure, facility engineering, and mission-critical technical advisory services. He routinely procures cybersecurity solutions, building automation systems, and technical consulting for diplomatic compound modernization, leveraging deep domain expertise in federal security compliance and international operational requirements.