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U.S. Small Business AdministrationPerformance Management Analyst GS14
Nov. 2022Denver, Colorado, United StatesSupervised the enhancement and monitoring of loan systems, managing sprints, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing repairs while overseeing development in CLS (AWS) cloud, conducting disaster recovery testing, and maintaining SQL database configurations.
Prepared 22 procurement packages with a total value of $286M toninclude, PWS, acquisition plans, market research documents, IGE for software and IT services. COR for multiple contracts valued at over $550 million, to include a call center for disasters, operations management, hardware, and software projects, reducing overall contract. Proposed cost improvement plan to reduce the cost of a SBA call center by 60%, $13M per year, through the implementation of AWS, Amazon Q, Agent Assist, and increasing the use of self-service. Optimized onboarding/off-boarding transitions using USAAccess, ABIS, CAFS and JIRA while improving communication with IT to improve the onboarding process enhancing efficiency and communication by 100%.
Managed performance for 500+ contractors, ensuring contractural compliance Managed $4.8M support services for risk management, quality assurance and audit.
Managed tech enforcement and improvement of the SBA’s loan and bond system through risk reviews, and JIRA reviews.
Bid BolderProcurement Consultant
Jun. 2022• Drafted and reviewed proposals for non-federal contracts, ensuring compliance with RFP requirements.
• Provided expert guidance to the Department of Defense on the SBIR process, showcasing in-depth knowledge of government procurement practices.
• Managed multiple procurement consulting projects remotely, demonstrating strong communication and organizational skills.
The Arcanum Group, Inc.Contract Specialist
Apr. 2022 - Feb. 2023Denver, Colorado, United States• Conducted regulatory and compliance reviews of AGO contracting records, ensuring alignment with procurement policies and audit recommendations.
• Developed innovative sourcing strategies for hard-to-procure materials and services in remote locations, optimizing contract fulfillment.
• Provided independent advisory support, assisting in procurement tasks and compliance assessments with minimal oversight.
U.S. Small Business AdministrationContracting Officer
Mar. 2019 - Jan. 2022Denver, Colorado• Held a $50 million Level III Warrant, executing complex procurement actions with a high degree of autonomy and authority.
• Recipient of the 2020 SBA Ike Award and 2021 Exceptional Performance Award Increase, recognizing outstanding contributions to procurement excellence and small business engagement.
• Managed a portfolio of 200+ contracts, including Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), Labor Hour, Cost Reimbursement, Cost Plus, Option Year, and IDIQ agreements, ensuring compliance and optimal contract performance.
• Led procurement efforts totaling $2 million in new contract awards in 2021, securing mission-critical services and optimizing vendor relationships.
• Trained and mentored new employees in procurement and finance systems, enhancing team efficiency and knowledge retention.
• Conducted post-award debriefs with small businesses, providing insights to improve future proposal success and strengthen industry partnerships.
• Mediated and resolved contract disputes, leveraging analytical skills and negotiation tactics to maintain positive contractor-government relationships.
• Assessed program needs and recommended procurement strategies that improved efficiency and streamlined acquisition processes.
• Served as lead negotiator, developing comprehensive negotiation strategies, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and securing favorable contract terms.
• Oversaw pre-award and post-award procurement functions for highly specialized acquisitions, ensuring alignment with agency objectives and compliance requirements.
• Advised program officials in procurement planning, assisting in the development of Statements of Work (SOW) and Performance Work Statements (PWS) to ensure clear, outcome-driven contracting requirements.
GCC Technologies LLC Procurement Analyst
Feb. 2018 - Feb. 2019Denver, Colorado, United States• In support of the Small Business Administration
• Evaluated and enhanced internal quality control processes, identifying inefficiencies and recommending process improvements, resulting in a significant increase in operational efficiency.
• Conducted data analysis and reconciliation, ensuring data accuracy and compliance by reviewing and updating the IV&V spreadsheet monthly, correcting discrepancies between PRISM and FPDS-NG.
• Designed and implemented standardized forms and templates for Contracting Officers and Specialists, streamlining procurement workflows and improving consistency in documentation, reducing processing time by 83%.
Veteran AdministrationContract Specialist
Nov. 2016 - Feb. 2018Denver, Colorado• Led $500M in new procurements and modifications, ensuring cost efficiency and compliance.
• Spearheaded a $1.3M medical center activation, implementing strategic cost reductions totaling $74K.
• Managed complex service contracts, including nursing home agreements and hospital supply procurement across multiple states.
The Arcanum Group, Inc.Contract Specialist
Jul. 2016 - Nov. 2016Denver, Colorado• Conducted regulatory and compliance reviews of AGO contracting records, ensuring alignment with procurement policies and audit recommendations, enhancing compliance to 100%.
• Developed innovative sourcing strategies for hard-to-procure materials and services in remote locations, optimizing contract fulfillment and improving sourcing strategies.
• Provided independent advisory support, assisting in procurement tasks and compliance assessments with minimal oversight, improving efficiency by 23%.
The Arcanum Group, Inc.Contract Specialist
Apr. 2016 - Nov. 2016Denver, ColoradoIn support of GSA/FAS Region 8
Willis Towers WatsonClient Service Specialist
May. 2015 - Mar. 2016Scottsdale, AZ
Arizona Air National GuardContract Specialist
Nov. 2014 - Jun. 2016Phoenix, Arizona Area
USAFContracting Specialist
Jan. 2013 - Dec. 2013
United States Air ForceContracting Officer
Jul. 2012 - Sep. 201450th contracting squadron, schriever afb, coWarranted Contracting Officer – Level 2 Certification in Contracting. Purchase commodities, services, architecture and engineering and construction through simplified acquisition procedures, negotiation, and administration of contracts and contractual instruments. Process Purchase Requests and 4009s in Automated Business Services System and monitor Government Purchase Cards. Process and evaluate progress schedules and progress reports. Conduct pre-construction conferences. Prepare and evaluate Determinations and Findings, Justification and Approvals and contract files for correctness and compliance with regulations, directives, laws, statutes, and policies. Review requirement descriptions, government furnished property, funds, justifications of sole source or brand name, and delivery. Determine contracting methods, contract types, and applicability of clauses/ provisions. Prepare solicitations; solicit proposals for commodities, services and construction requirements at and above the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. Ensure solicitations are appropriately advertised. Process award actions. Evaluate past performance information. Determine contractor responsibility. Evaluate responsiveness of bids/offers. Evaluate cost/pricing data information to develop the Government’s position for negotiations or determining price fair/reasonable. Conduct negotiations. Amend/cancel solicitations. Reject proposals. Process claims. Conduct site visits. Inspect labor law compliances. Over $3.2M procured and $88K dollars saved. Purchased $765K for critical repiping of the Schriever AFB utilidor; Approved and processed $2.6M in ABSS for use by COs and GPC card holders; Conducted CCO and one on one training on PD2; Led closeout of 100+contracts; guarantee of continued mission
RED HORSE - USAFContingency Contracting Officer
Sep. 2010 - Mar. 20111 ERHG, Kandahar, AfghanistanSupported RED HORSE’s 18 different locations. Single handedly closed $3.5M contracts. Executed 150+ actions worth $6M. Ensured Customer received requirements in a timely fashion and contractors received payment; Expedited award of $500K contract for airstrip 2 weeks ahead of schedule; Closed over 1,000+ contracts; Solicited and awarded items crucial for well drilling, vital for providing clean water to troops and locals in 20 different locations.
United States Air ForceContracting Specialist
Apr. 2008 - Jun. 201223d Contracting Squadron, Moody AFB, GeorgiaWarranted Contracting Officer – Level 1 Certification in Contracting. Supervise purchasing of commodities, services and construction through simplified acquisition procedures, negotiation, source selection, and administration of contracts and contractual instruments. Prepare and evaluate Determinations and Findings, Justification and Approvals and contract files for correctness and compliance with regulations, directives, laws, statutes, and policies. Review requirement descriptions, government furnished property, funds, justifications of sole source or brand name, and delivery. Determine contracting methods, contract types, and applicability of clauses/ provisions. Prepare solicitations; solicit proposals for commodities and services requirements at and above the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. Ensure solicitations are appropriately advertised. Process award actions. Evaluate past performance information. Determine contractor responsibility. Evaluate responsiveness of bids/offers. Evaluate cost/pricing data information to develop the Government’s position for negotiations or determining price fair/reasonable. Conduct negotiations. Amend/cancel solicitations. Reject bids. Process protests. Approve/reject invoices. Conduct site visits. Inspect labor law compliances. Audited $2.6K GPC training records, Implemented PCOLS. Over 1050 actions $54M procured and millions saved. Purchased $1.3M mess attendant contract; guarantee of continued services
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