Steven G. Dyer

Steven G. Dyer serves as a Contract Specialist at the Defense Security Cooperation Agency’s George C. Marshall Center, where he plays a pivotal role in executing procurement actions that support U.S. defense diplomacy and international security cooperation. His responsibilities include managing the full lifecycle of contracts for services critical to the Center’s mission, including language instruction, leadership development, and professional military training programs. Dyer ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations while aligning procurements with strategic objectives to build partner capacity through education and cultural immersion. He routinely handles complex service-based acquisitions, particularly in management consulting, information technology, and hospitality support, ensuring timely and effective delivery of mission-critical resources to international participants. Dyer collaborates with a diverse array of vendors, including specialized management consultants, custom software developers, audio-visual equipment providers, and food and lodging contractors who support the Center’s residential training environment. His working relationships emphasize performance-based outcomes, clear statement of work development, and rigorous contractor oversight to ensure quality and compliance. While no single contractor dominates his portfolio, he maintains a balanced vendor ecosystem that supports the Center’s global engagement goals, fostering partnerships with firms capable of delivering culturally sensitive, secure, and scalable solutions across international settings. Dyer’s contracting activity reflects a strong preference for open competition, with 100% of awards issued under non-set-aside authorities. This indicates a focus on technical merit and full and open competition rather than socioeconomic set-asides, though he remains compliant with all small business program requirements and may consider qualified small businesses when they meet technical specifications. His approach prioritizes capability and mission alignment over socioeconomic targeting. His primary NAICS focus areas include Administrative Management Consulting Services (541611), Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing (334310), and Food Service Contractors (722310), reflecting the Center’s need for integrated training systems, technical support infrastructure, and logistical services. Dyer’s expertise lies in procuring mission-enabling services that bridge technical, cultural, and operational domains to advance international security cooperation.