Ron Iraheta

*** * **. *.*., Washington, DC *****

202-***-****

adru50@r.postjobfree.com

CAREER SUMMARY

Specialist working with US Agency for International Development (USAID) and US Department of Defense (DoD—Army, Navy and Air Force) District of Columbia Government (D.C. Gov.) managing transactions and procurement of materials, goods, and services

Experienced in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), including the USAID and DoD supplements (i.e., AIDARS and DFARS)

Over 15 years experience in international development focusing on contracts, sub-contracts, procurement, supply chain management, and grants

Familiar with Gates Foundation Malaria Vaccine Initiative Project (MVI-PATH) and other USAID projects

Manage procurement of HIV/AIDS commodities, computer equipment, and software, forensic equipment, and various restricted commodities for military use

Provide assistance in project and financial support management to field offices in Central and South America, Africa, the Middle East, and the Far East

Ability to multi-task and perform in a dynamic, fast-paced, and changing environments

Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to communicate effectively—both verbally and in writing—in English and in Spanish

Strong time management skills with adherence to due dates

Ability to effectively manage job responsibilities with minimal supervision

Ability to quickly assimilate new information, processes, and tools

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Hendall Inc., Rockville, MD

Sr. Subcontracts Administrator (June 2021 to Present)

Perform cradle to grave subcontract administration

Review, develops and executes subcontracts, delivery/task orders and purchase orders

Monitors subcontract performance and ensures compliance with all subcontract terms and conditions

Identifies and resolves moderate issues and problems on assigned subcontracts and makes recommendations to management

Serves as the main point of contact for all subcontractors, consultants, and subject matter experts (SMEs)

Responsible for Federal Government subcontract reporting requirements

Maintains accurate and complete records of all subcontract and consultant agreements

Provides proposal and contract administration support as required

Performs other duties as assigned

DC. Gov - Department of Small and Local Business Development, Washington, DC

Procurement of Small and Local Business Development Counselor (September 2020 to May 2021)

Assist in the development and execution of programs and training sessions/seminars to assist individuals, organizations, companies, etc., especially small and disadvantaged companies, in marketing to federal, state, and local government agencies as well as the actions necessary to perform contracts gained from marketing efforts.

Conducts a comprehensive initial assessment of companies across various industries to determine the technical assistance or training needed to assist them in successfully securing local, state, and federal government contracts.

Develops a service plan outlining recommendations for meeting the client's strategic and tactical objectives in the government procurement marketplace.

Conducts market research to identify past, present, and future opportunities to sell products/services to the federal, state, and local governments. Advises clients on strategies to maximize sales against available contract vehicles.

Develops appropriate bid matching profiles for clients within different software or web-based applications

Advises clients on how to complete and comply with the terms of multiple bid solicitation RFP formats, how to apply government regulations, standards, and specifications, how to complete government registrations, and provides post-award contract assistance

CALIBRE SYSTEMS, Alexandria, VA

Sr. Subcontracts Administrator (October 2017 to September 2020)

Participate in the procurement lifecycle from pre-award to post-award—including solicitations, price analysis, negotiations, contract implementation, invoice approvals, etc.

Experience with cost-reimbursable contracts (i.e., T&M, CPFF, and CPAF contracts), firm-fixed-price (FFP) contracts, consultant agreements, and letter subcontracts

Work with project managers in the development of statements of work (SOWs), award fee plans, schedules, pricing instructions, and other matters related to solicitations

Develop and issue requests for proposals and solicitation documents to prospective sources to ensure complete, timely, and compliant responses

Develop pre-negotiation strategies for subcontracts and purchase orders (POs)

Provide support with preliminary evaluations including recommending subcontractors based on cost, ability to deliver, contractual compliance, and socio-economic status

Negotiate complex high-value subcontracts and POs

Generate and manage cost-reimbursable and FFP subcontracts, task orders, and POs for Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts

Create and negotiate teaming agreements, non-disclosure agreements, subcontract agreements and consultant agreements

Support alternate sourcing actions

Assist with preparation and maintenance of a compliant Contractor Purchasing System (CPSR)

Maintain all files and records as required by policy

CB&I, Alexandria, VA

Procurement Specialist III / Subcontract Administrator (November 2015 to September 2017)

Worked with project managers and scientists in the development of SOWs, award fee plans, schedules, pricing instructions and other matters appropriate to subcontract solicitations

Developed and issued requests for proposals (RFPs) and solicitation documents to prospective sources to ensure complete, timely, and compliant responses

Developed pre-negotiation strategies for subcontracts and POs

Provided support with preliminary evaluations including recommending subcontractors based on cost, ability to deliver, contractual compliance, and socio-economic status

Ensured the protection of proprietary information during discussions with subcontractors and prospective subcontractors while drafting Proprietary Information Agreements

Negotiated and execute complex, high-value subcontracts and POs

Initiated and managed FFP and cost-reimbursable contract actions within authorized limits

Verified funding availability, approved and processed invoices, and identified and resolved billing issues

Supported alternate sourcing actions

Maintained all files and records as required by policy

United Planning Organization, Washington, DC

Procurement Officer (March 2014 to October 2015)

Responsible for all procurement functions of the organization

Supervised and assigned work to a Procurement Assistant

Procured goods and services in compliance with federal, local (i.e., District of Columbia), and corporate procurement policies and procedures

Issued POs and related documents based on purchase requests and grant approvals for the purchase of goods and services

Managed and coordinated a competitive bids processes for the procurement of goods and services

Assumed responsibility and oversight of purchases involving RFPs

Assisted offices and programs in developing specifications for RFPs and staffing evaluation panels

Reviewed and analyzed all purchase request to ensure that written justifications were sufficient and policy was followed when an award was made to other than the lowest bidder or was sole-sourced

Government Contract Solutions, Washington, DC

Purchasing Officer (August 2012 - February 2014)

Provided temporary support in the procurement of contraceptive and pharmaceutical products

Supervised inventory control and management of central supplies

Analyzed procurement, material management, and supply chain processes and identified ways to improve efficiency, reduce costs and improve quality

Issued POs and related documents based on purchase requests and grant approvals for the purchase of goods and services

Managed and coordinated a competitive bids processes for the procurement of goods and services

Assumed responsibility and oversight of purchases involving RFPs

Assisted offices and programs in developing specifications for RFPs and staffing evaluation panels

Reviewed and analyzed all purchase request to ensure that written justifications were sufficient and policy was followed when an award was made to other than the lowest bidder or was sole-sourced

Approved procurement requests and released funds for payment when invoices matched their related POs

PATH, Bethesda, MD

Project Administrator Officer, Malaria Vaccine Initiative (October 2008 – July 2012)

Managed payment disbursements to 11 international sites, audited financial reports, initiated wire transfers and check requests to ensure that sites had sufficient funds to conduct studies

Monitored monthly project expense and labor reports to propose financial tracking system formulations

Conducted financial analyses and notified teams and donors about the status of financial resources

Ensured project expenditures were compliant with donor requirements

Provided guidance and collaborated with finance unit to prepare financial reports and invoices

Assisted in drafting SOWs; preparing requests for consultants; writing proposals; and negotiating, administering, and monitoring subcontracts, sub-agreements, POs, work orders, and consultant agreements

Assisted coordination of domestic and international meetings and conferences

Ensured that selected vendors and contractors provided all required documentation for contract extensions

Reviewed final invoices submitted by consultants and vendors for accuracy before submitting requests for final payment

Served as team liaison between local program and field offices, finance, administration, and human resources

Served as a “backstop” for project managers and other team members on programmatic issues and activities, especially when conducting assignments at the field level

Procurement Specialist, USAID DELIVER Project (January 2008 – October 2008)

Managed the procurement process, including international procurement and tendering

Coordinated the timely performance and quality assurance of major suppliers

Prepared and executed contract mechanisms, including POs and other agreements with vendors

Provided support to the Demand Planning and Operations Managers on production quantities and scheduling

Worked with the Quality Assurance Manager on product specifications and other quality issues to ensure that all commodities meet the relevant US Government quality, efficacy, and safety standards

Assisted in the development of standard operating procedures

Ensured that procurements were executed in accordance with contractual requirements and the FAR

Assisted in the preparation of approval or waiver requests

Monitored manufacturers’ performance and proposed solutions when problems arose

Monitored management information system maintenance and updates for all procurement data

Worked with the freight forwarding team to expedite rush orders

Operational Procurement Manager (January 2007 – January 2008)

Managed expendable and non-expendable procurement processes, including the procurement of vehicles and restricted commodities within contractually-established limits

Develop RFQs and requests for quotations

Evaluated bid responses, documented discrepancies, and obtained detailed justifications for award (JFAs)

Managed procurement of services process at the Headquarters (HQ) level, including processes for procurement of field and international consultants

Provided support and guidance during procurement process problem identification, analysis, and resolution

Developed contractual and procurement guidelines and procedures

Prepared forms and job aids used in training HQ and field staff on procurement procedures

Performed FAR and AIDAR research focusing on commercial procurement of restricted commodities

Advised HQ and field staff on full range of procurement issues

Conferred with vendors regarding services and payments

Verified accuracy of invoicing and funding

Senior Procurement Associate (January 2006 – January 2007)

Procured goods and services within contractually-established limits

Developed RFPs, bid response evaluations, documented discrepancies, and created detailed JFAs

Conferred with vendors regarding services and payments, and verified funding information accuracy

Assisted in the procurement of HIV/AIDS commodities

Obtained manufacturing practice certifications and verified country drug registrations

Collected, consolidated, and maintained roster-of-commodities files, including certifications and drug registrations related to the procurement of HIV/AIDS commodities

Collaborated on the development and presentation of pharmaceutical procurement training

Monitored commodity procurement timeline and advised when activities were delayed

Administered the project procurement file closeout audit process

Researched commercial procurement procedures under USAID guidelines to develop proficiency in the process of procuring restricted commodities

Development Alternatives, Inc., Bethesda, MD

Procurement and Logistics Coordinator (June 2004 - January 2006)

Negotiated with vendors and prepared procurement contracts and POs for office equipment requested by domestic and international field offices

Reviewed and processed field office procurement actions requiring HQ authorization

Prepared budgets for cost proposals and cost analyses

Mobilized and demobilized field staff

Coordinated with shipping companies for the transportation of goods to field offices

Maintained the database for all software procured for field offices

Created and maintained the inventory of procured goods for field offices

Management Science for Health – (BASICS II) Arlington, VA

Subcontracts & Procurement/Travel Coordinator (June 2002 - June 2004)

Administered partner subcontracts

Monitored project compliance with prime contract and subcontract clauses

Performed HQ procurement and contracting activities.

Maintained the subcontract tracking system.

Monitored subcontract obligations, expenditures, burn rate, Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreements, short term technical assistance task orders, project core staff salaries, and time allocations

Reviewed subcontract budget proposals, and drafted annual budgets and revisions

Drafted and distributed subcontract amendments.

Reviewed subcontractors’ invoices and checked compliance with subcontract clauses, budget obligations, and short-term technical assistance task orders prior to submission to accounting for payment

Reviewed and updated department forms and standard procurement and contracting documents

Compiled and documented procurement justification and processing of appropriate procurement and contracting documentation

Prepared and issued RFPs and requests for quotes

Prepare POs, contracts, and agreements

Maintained program consultant rosters, files, and database

Manage travel arrangements for Office staff and consultants, including hotel reservations, per diem and airline reservations.

EDUCATION

Santa Cecilia College (1981 – 1983)

San Salvador, El Salvador

Bachelor of Science - Major in Electronics (1983)

SKILLS

Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Lotus Notes, Group Wise, People Soft, Share Point

LANGUAGES

Fluent in English and Spanish

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