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Edwin Iyasere, M.B.A, C.P.P.B
Contract Specialist
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Summary
Contract Specialist with 10 years of experience in procurement of supplies and services using competitive and non-competitive proposal procedures, Process request for procurement and determine the appropriate method of procurement; using Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), and VA Acquisition Regulations (VAAR).
Extensive experience in completion of contract actions, determination of responsiveness of bids/proposals/quotes, pre-award evaluations, post-award discussions with contractors regarding technical and pricing aspects of proposals.
Responsible for the purchase of a volume and variety of materials in assigned fields, Supervise personnel in the title of Assistant Purchasing Agent, Reviews purchasing requisitions, checking descriptions and specifications to determine.
Education
Long Island University Brooklyn, NY May, 2006
M.B.A in Finance
Mercy College Dobbs Ferry, NY May, 2003
Bachelor of Science Degree in Marketing
Certification
Certified Professional Public Buyer 2013/ Certificate Number: 12131
Knowledge
People-soft, E-procurement software, Excel, Specification writing.
Professional Experience
United States Department of Veterans Affairs May 2014 - October 2015
Contract Specialist
Serve as a Contracting Specialist with responsibility for the procurement of supplies and services using competitive, and non-competitive proposal procedures.
Process request for procurement and determine the appropriate method of procurement; using Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), VA Acquisition Regulations (VAAR).
Ensure all pre-award contracts comply with VAAR and FAR policies and regulations. Includes the thorough completion of contract actions, determination of responsiveness of bids/proposals/quotes, pre-award evaluations, post-award discussions with contractors regarding technical and pricing aspects of proposals.
Issue solicitations in timely manner for all services, including AC repairs, temporary clerical, administrative and professional services/custodial maintenance, etc. through the Electronic Contract Management System (eCMS)
Submits contracts and all documents for technical or legal review if applicable.
Assures that contracts are in proper format and contain the required provisions and clauses, terms and conditions prior to issuance; maintain an awareness of procurement regulations, circulars, directives which affect procurement actions.
Work closely with End-User to ensure all aspects of the contract administration are flowing smoothly.
Properly executing contracts and price negotiation memoranda for negotiated contracts reflecting cost.
Submits contracts and all documents for technical or legal review if applicable.
Assures that contracts are in proper format and contain the required provisions and clauses, terms and conditions prior to issuance; maintain an awareness of procurement regulations, circulars, directives which affect procurement actions.
Work closely with Contracting Officer Technical Representatives (COTR) and Fiscal team to ensure all aspects of the contract administration are flowing smoothly.
The City University of New York January 2013 – May 2014
Purchasing Agent 3
Responsible for the purchase of a volume and variety of materials in assigned fields.
Supervise personnel in the title of Assistant Purchasing Agent.
Reviews purchasing requisitions, checking descriptions and specifications to determine accuracy and consult with department to adjust possible discrepancies.
Develop list of prospective bidders and prepare proposals for bidding on items to be purchased.
Conduct the solicitation process utilizing IFB, RFP as required and manage the RFP process.
Review bids and quotations to determine most reasonable price in relation to market conditions.
Approves recommendations for contract awards, contract modifications, buy-against transactions, formal requests for time extension on contracts.
Examine sample of items to determine compliance with specifications or standards, suggesting substitute items when desirable.
Interview and correspond with vendors, business representatives and contractors.
Resolve problems such as vendor non-payment, price discrepancies and material rejection.
New York City Health and Hospital Corporation October 2007- January 2013
Procurement Analyst 2
Inform and coordinate operational, technical and professional staff about the procurement process
Review purchase requisition forms for completeness, accuracy, appropriate authorizations and sufficient background information.
Prepare bid solicitations for RFP, IFB, and RFQ and also coordinate pre-bid conference
Review bid responses to ensure conformity with organizational rules.
Procure medical supply items, construction and preventative maintenance equipment and service
Generate purchase orders through oracle e-procurement software and perform price analysis
Confer with requestors to clarify orders, expedite orders, deliveries and also resolve problems such as vendor non-payments, price discrepancies and material rejections.
Unitize GPOs, GSA, OGS, for competitive pricing.
Award, evaluate and analyze bid offers and samples for compliance with bid specification.
Act as intermediary between vendor and user department in contract administration Process.
I B I Real Estate, New York, NY May 2005 – October 2007
Assistant Purchasing
Perform administrative and support activities for the Purchasing Manager
Assist the Purchasing Manager in preparing bid package and mailing package to vendor
Submit and confirm purchase order with vendor.
Assist the Purchasing Manager at the pre- bid conferences and also at the bid opening.
Prepare written correspondence, internet research and work with project manager regarding Purchase order
Process returns to vendors and receive proper credit or reimburse as indicated by company policy.
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