Sr. Contracts Manager

• Dec 2021 - Present

Subject Matter Expert

• May 2021 - Present

Provide full-lifecycle Contract Administration providing pre-award through contract closeout services. By combining 34 years of contract/subcontract expertise with an “on-demand” support service model I save companies significant overhead expense and make them more competitive while still enabling business leaders to be confident all the necessary checks and balances are covered. Specific services performed include but are not limited to: · Terms and conditions review/negotiation; · File set-up (hard and soft copies); · Process engineering - ensuring all back office support roles are included to support the contract/subcontract requirements; · Contract/subcontract accounting set-up - ensuring costs are allocated properly for submission of a proper invoice; · File reconstruction - for existing files that need to be re-organized to as an effective working and resourceful document; · Guidance on implementing an organized and working contracts/procurement department. Contact me to discuss your specific requirements and I can tailor a program to meet your budget and support needs.

Contracts/Subcontracts Manager

• Mar 2015 - May 2021

Responsible for review, negotiation and execution of company commercial and government contracting obligations. Responsible for negotiating rates to ensure profitability and, when applicable, receive credit towards earned award fee for that criteria. Provide cradle-to-grave administration of contracts and associated DOs/TOs from proposal/purchasing activity through award through contract/subcontract close-out. Provide support to business development to include review/comment/edits to NDAs, Teaming Agreements, exhibits, etc. Review subcontractor invoices for Program Manager and Sr. V.P. approval. Contract/subcontract types include IDIQ, FFP, CPFF, CPAF, T&M, LOE, FP, etc. Interpret contract performance requirements, advise management of contractual rights and obligations. Solve complex administrative problems utilizing contract principles, concepts and practices. Customer base includes MPO, FBI, Army Research Lab, U.S. Army to name a few, prime contractors/subcontractor to include Lockheed, Leidos, KeyW, Praxis Engineering to name a few. Provide review/comments/edits of commercial customers not associated with a Government customer. Work closely with Program Control to ensure LOE, funding and periods of performance are within the contractual limitations. Provide contract management in accordance with company business, legal policies and customer requirements. Assist entry level Program Managers on the contractual obligations of the contract to which they are responsible.

Principal Consultant

• Aug 2014 - Feb 2015

Provide full-lifecycle Contract Administration providing pre-award through contract closeout services. By combining 28 years of contract/subcontract expertise with an “on-demand” support service model I save companies significant overhead expense and make them more competitive while still enabling business leaders to be confident all the necessary checks and balances are covered. Specific services performed include but are not limited to: · Terms and conditions review/negotiation; · File set-up (hard and soft copies); · Process engineering - ensuring all back office support roles are included to support the contract/subcontract requirements; · Contract/subcontract accounting set-up - ensuring costs are allocated properly for submission of a proper invoice; · File reconstruction - for existing files that need to be re-organized to as an effective working and resourceful document; · Guidance on implementing an organized and working contracts/procurement department. Contact me to discuss your specific requirements and I can tailor a program to meet your budget and support needs.

Sr. Advanced Contract Specialist

• Sep 2013 - May 2014

Responsible for Cradle-to-Grave administration of contracts, subcontracts and various types of agreements inclusive of tracking all modifications to the prime contracts, as well as it’s DO/TOs. Contract types included IDIQ, FFP, CPFF, CPAF, T&M, LOE, FFP, etc. and various types subcontract agreements. Provides for proper contract management and performance in accordance with company business and legal policies and customer requirements. Monitors project cost, interprets contract performance requirements, prepares contract reports, and advises management of contractual rights and obligations. Solves complex administrative problems, and has a complete understanding of contract principles, concepts and practices.

Director of Contracts

• Nov 2011 - Jun 2013

Oversaw all commercial and government contracting activity for the three companies under the NSP umbrella. Review, negotiate and execute all company commercial and government contracting obligations. Developed processing protocol for purchasing and contract requirement(s) dissemination. Cradle-to-Grave administration of contracts and associated Delivery Orders/Task Orders from proposal/purchasing activity through award through contract/subcontract close-out. Contract/subcontract types include IDIQ, FFP, CPFF, CPAF, T&M, LOE, FP, etc. Monitors project cost, interprets contract performance requirements, preparation of contract management reports, advising management of contractual rights and obligations. Solves complex administrative problems, and has a complete understanding of contract principles, concepts and practices. Customer contracts currently under administration include but not limited to MPO, DISA, Virginia Contracting Authority, DHS, USDA, and many companies to include Mantech, Lockheed, SAIC, CACI, Booz Allen, CSC, to name a few. Participate in the analysis of bid/no bid proposal analysis. Work closely with Program Control to ensure LOE, funding and periods of performance are within the contractual limitations. Provide contract management and performance in accordance with company business, legal policies and customer requirements.

Sr. Contracts Administrator

• May 2005 - Oct 2011

Responsible for Cradle-to-Grave administration of approximately 30 contracts, subcontracts and various types of agreements inclusive of tracking all modifications to the prime contracts, as well as it’s DO/TOs. Contract types included IDIQ, FFP, CPFF, CPAF, T&M, LOE, FFP, etc. and various types subcontract agreements. Provides for proper contract management and performance in accordance with company business and legal policies and customer requirements. Monitors project cost, interprets contract performance requirements, prepares contract reports, and advises management of contractual rights and obligations. Solves complex administrative problems, and has a complete understanding of contract principles, concepts and practices. Client contracts currently under administration include MPO, DISA, DARPA, DHS, SPAWAR, AFRL, the USAF, as well as many commercial contractors who SPARTA serves as subcontractor.

Sr. Contract Administrator

• Sep 2004 - May 2005

Responsible for Cradle-to-Grave administration of the FAA TFMM contract, valued at $585M, inclusive of tracking all modifications to the prime contract, as well as it’s D/TOs. Contract type is CPAF with T&M TO/Dos. Execute and maintain non-disclosure and teaming agreements. Responsible for administration of 8 Task Orders under the CIO-SP2 Contract. Each Task Order is for Federal Agency requiring knowledge of the regulations included in Sections G, H and I of the administering prime contract and the regulations administering the Task Order from the end user. Total value of the 8 Task Orders is approximately $2.5M. Project management responsibilities include liaison to COTRs and client project/program managers. Responsibilities require extensive use of the Internet for on-line information and FAA specific regulations.

Sr. Contract Administrator

• Feb 2004 - Sep 2004

Responsible for Cradle-to-Grave administration of all contracts, subcontracts and various types of agreements inclusive of tracking all modifications to the prime contracts, as well as it’s D/TOs. Contract types included IDIQ, FFP, CPFF, T&M, and various types of non-disclosure, teaming, and subcontract agreements. Primary customer National Security Agency plus subcontract administrator of subcontracts to other than Mantech Prime Contractors. Project management responsibilities include liaison to COTRs and client project/program managers. Monitor travel for compliance with the JTR. Responsibilities require extensive use of the Internet for on-line information and extensive knowledge of the FAR, DFAR and NSA specific regulations.

Sr. Contract Administrator

• Aug 2001 - Feb 2004

Responsible for Cradle-to-Grave administration of all contracts, subcontracts and various types of agreements inclusive of tracking all modifications to the prime contracts, as well as it’s D/TOs. Contract types included IDIQ, FFP, CPFF, T&M, Schedules, and various types of non-disclosure, teaming, and subcontract agreements. Specific contracts include Ft. Monmouth (CR2) ($3.1 Billion IDIQ), Redstone (IDIQ), and Dean Baldwin Painting’s Hill AFB ($11M IDIQ), plus subcontract administrator of subcontracts to other than LSI Prime Contractors. Project management responsibilities include liaison to COTRs and client project/program managers. Monitor travel for compliance with the JTR. Responsibilities require extensive use of the Internet for on-line information and extensive knowledge of the FAR and DFAR. Responsible for mentoring small businesses in doing business with the federal government. Assist is developing subcontractor management plans.

Sr. Contract Administrator

• Jul 2000 - Jan 2001

Responsible for Cradle-to-Grave administration of all contracts, subcontracts and various types of agreements inclusive of tracking all modifications to the prime contract, as well as it’s D/TOs. Contract types included FFP, GSA Schedules, NASA Schedules, and various types of subcontract agreements. Reviewed all invoices for accuracy against the contract and verified receipt of payments via electronic transfers. Project management responsibilities included review of expended labor vs. budget, scheduling of labor, liaison to COTRs and client project/program managers, reporting completion percentages, etc. Managed five on-site employees under the ATF contract. Monitored all travel for compliance with the JTR. Responsibilities required extensive use of the Internet for on-line information and extensive knowledge of the FAR.

Project Manager

• Feb 2000 - Jul 2000

Project manager for the installation of energy management systems for commercial and government construction projects. Duties included overseeing subcontractor performance for compliance; reviewed and approved project status reports; reviewed and updated labor reports; distributed bid packages; reviewed bids; awarded contracts and issued subcontract agreements. Direct liaison between general contractors, subcontractors and Siebe, which ensured milestones were completed in the timeframe(s) contracted for.

Contract Administrator, Naval District Washington

• Mar 1997 - Feb 2000

Responsible for resolution of contract compliance and performance issues. Trained field staff in contract and performance requirements. Developed a balanced annual preventative maintenance schedule; recommended changes in procedures to ensure timely, accurate performance information to the Government; prepared and negotiated subcontract agreements; coordinated equipment inventory changes, including the year round inventory of over 4,000 pieces of equipment at the Washington Navy Yard, Anacostia Naval Station, Defense Intelligence Service Agency, and the Naval Observatory. Supervised the Administrative Assistants’ work; coordinated efforts with external staff for support.

Contract Administrator, Government Services Division

• Oct 1995 - Mar 1997

Responsible for the Cradle-to-Grave administration of all divisional contracts and subcontracts. Clientele included federal, state and county governments, and private industry. Responsible for issuance of subcontract agreements and modifications affecting administrative and financial changes impacting the prime contract. Generated status reports and division revenue reports for senior management and professional staff. Provided divisional marketing support including solicitation of RFP's and IFB's for federal, state and local business opportunities. Provided support to marketing staff relative to soliciting subcontractors for required services. Provided vendor evaluations for proposal negotiations.

Manager, Contract Operations

• Aug 1994 - Mar 1995

Managed and supervised the activities of a four person contracting department for the procurement of various types of vendors as requested by asset managers for services of sub-contractors including environmental firms, appraisers, brokers, and property managers in accordance with Resolution Trust Corporation's (RTC) Contract Policies and Procedures Manual. Reviewed/prepared solicitations of services for proposals and bid requests for the service of sub-contractors such as appraisers, brokers, property managers, and property maintenance firms. Participated in the evaluation of the technical qualifications of proposals that were submitted by vendors. Negotiated property maintenance, appraisal and special project contracts. Oversaw preparation/drafting of contract documents for vendor services. Contract closeout included but was not limited to review and approval of all invoices for payment. Performed as liaison between the RTC's contracts department, appraisal department, various vendors and asset managers. Ensured department operated in compliance with the guidelines of the Resolution Trust Corporation's Contracts Policies & Procedures Manual, the Appraisal Resource Manual and the Minority/Women Program Office. Prepared for audits and assisted RTC’s auditors with quarterly contract audits.

Contract Administrator

• Dec 1993 - Aug 1994

Supervised the day-to-day activities of the junior contract administrative assistants; the scheduling of activities; special project coordination; preparation of solicitations; maintenance and integrity of the RTC CARS system; interacted with senior staff and developed/implemented the work flow process for requests for services received within the subcontracting department. Reviewed Contractor Status Report and set priorities with the department manager. Required to know and implement the RTC’s CPPM. Oversaw the input and accuracy of the information entered into RTC’s CARS system, so that it balanced with the information in the AIM system. Prepared solicitations, developed source lists; prepared award documents.

Contract Administrator

• Jan 1990 - Nov 1993

Responsible for Cradle-to-Grave administration of the Environmental and Laboratory Services Division’s contracts. Clientele included federal, state and county governments, A/E firms, commercial real estate and private industry. Provided company wide marketing support including solicitation of RFP's and IFB's for federal, state and local business opportunity announcements. Responsible for tracking outstanding proposals and generating status reports and division revenue reports for senior management and professional staff. Provided support to marketing staff from cradle-to-grave of proposal production as well as other correspondence related to the marketing of the Division’s services. Assisted the marketing and division staff in vendor evaluations and associated services and cost negotiations.