Samuel M. Koelbl

Sam Koelbl serves as a key procurement professional within Acquisitions - AQM Momentum (19AQMM), a critical component of the U.S. Department of State responsible for securing infrastructure and technical services to support global diplomatic operations. In this role, Koelbl manages the end-to-end acquisition lifecycle for high-priority construction and engineering contracts that ensure the safety, functionality, and operational continuity of U.S. diplomatic facilities abroad. Their work primarily focuses on commercial and institutional building construction, engineering services, and facility modernization, aligning with the agency’s mission to sustain mission-ready infrastructure in high-risk environments. Koelbl’s acquisitions are strategically designed to meet stringent security, resilience, and compliance standards mandated for overseas posts. Koelbl maintains collaborative relationships with a diverse pool of contractors specializing in facility construction, structural engineering, and technical support services. While specific vendor names are not publicly disclosed, the contracting pattern reflects consistent engagement with qualified general contractors, design-build firms, and specialty trades capable of delivering complex, security-compliant infrastructure projects under tight operational timelines. Vendor partnerships are typically performance-based, emphasizing quality control, compliance with FAR and DFARS requirements, and adherence to U.S. government construction standards. Koelbl demonstrates a strong commitment to small business participation, with over 20% of acquisitions set aside for total small business contracts under FAR 19.5. While no formal 8(a), HUBZone, or SDVOSB set-asides are currently dominant, the consistent use of small business set-asides reflects a deliberate strategy to broaden vendor diversity and promote economic opportunity. This approach supports broader Department of State objectives to enhance resilience through inclusive contracting practices. The primary procurement focus is on NAICS 236220 (Commercial and Institutional Building Construction), accounting for nearly three-quarters of activity, followed by engineering services under 541330. Koelbl’s expertise lies in managing integrated facility projects that combine structural construction, mechanical systems, and security enhancements, requiring deep technical understanding of building codes, federal construction standards, and overseas operational constraints.