Robert Burdette

Robert Burdette serves as a key procurement professional within the Program Support Center’s Acquisition Management Service, supporting the Office of the Assistant Secretary for Administration in advancing the Department of Health and Human Services’ public health mission. He manages complex acquisitions for specialized administrative, technical, and scientific support services critical to biomedical research and health infrastructure operations. His portfolio includes high-value consulting, IT-enabled management solutions, and operational support contracts that enable mission-critical functions across federal health programs. Burdette’s work ensures timely delivery of services that underpin data-driven decision-making and scientific innovation within HHS. He maintains enduring relationships with leading contractors such as Science Applications International Corporation and SARA Software Systems LLC, partnering with firms that deliver advanced management consulting, software development, and technical advisory services. These collaborations are characterized by sustained performance, compliance with federal acquisition regulations, and a focus on scalable, mission-aligned solutions. His contracting approach emphasizes vendor reliability, technical proficiency, and alignment with HHS strategic objectives, fostering long-term partnerships built on consistent delivery and regulatory adherence. Burdette demonstrates a deliberate commitment to socioeconomic diversity in sourcing, with the majority of awards issued under open competition, while actively supporting small business participation through 8(a) competed set-asides and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) set-asides. His contracting patterns reflect a balanced approach—prioritizing broad competition while intentionally creating pathways for certified small businesses to contribute to high-impact federal initiatives. His primary procurement focus centers on NAICS 541611 (administrative management consulting), 541110 (legal services), and 624110 (child and youth services), indicating expertise in governance, compliance, and social service support systems. He routinely acquires legal advisory services, operational efficiency consulting, and program management solutions, demonstrating deep familiarity with the intersection of public health policy, administrative law, and technical service delivery.