Branch Chief
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Dec 2021 - Present
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Rena Willis is listed as Branch Chief-GSA at GSA, based in Washington Dc-Baltimore Area, United States. AeroLeads shows a matched LinkedIn profile for Rena Willis.
Rena Willis previously worked as Branch Chief at Gsa and Lead Contract Specialist/Contracting Officer at Gsa. Rena Willis holds Master'S Degree, Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions And Contracts Management from Bellevue University.
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About Rena Willis
Greetings! I am Branch Chief/Supervisory Contract Specialist and Contracting Officer at GSA (GS-1102) with a passion for Contract Management. I am an active participant in the National Contract Management Association (NCMA). I am open to any and all professional and networking opportunities. Thank you.
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Lead Contract Specialist/Contracting Officer
Mar 2019 - Dec 2021
Contract Specialist (1102)
Duties currently include providing contract management and administration support to IT Schedule 70 Contract holders and Offerors. Specialist also negotiates terms and conditions with vendors which included basic discounts on pricing, prompt payment discounts and quantity/volume discounts. Perform contract audits for required information and correct items as necessary. Review and negotiate terms for Software License Agreements for awards that include Software Products to ensure terms and conditions meet GSA standards and FAR requirements.
Aug 2016 - Mar 2019
Mid-Level Contract Specialist-Detail (Acquisition Support Accelerator Program (Asap))
Detail Assignment- Acquisition Support Accelerator Program (ASAP). Duties included review of acquisition packages and providing acquisition support and expertise to the Program Management Teams and Finance and Budget Divisions in order to assist in developing legally sufficient requirement packages in accordance with FAR and DHS guidelines. The purpose of this program is to minimize lag time from requirements development through final award with minimal errors by working directly with program managers and stakeholders who may have limited knowledge of the acquisition process. Assistance included development of IGCE, Statements of Work, Market Research, advising on cost- saving measures, suggesting preferred use of Strategic Sourcing Vehicles, and other duties as necessary to develop the most cost-effective, legally sufficient package as possible which supports the DHS mission, goals and objectives.
May 2016 - Aug 2016
Mid-Level Contract Specialist
Provided cradle to grave, on-site contract administration support on past and current fiscal year contracts, purchase orders, task orders, and BPAs. Drafted and solicited responsive documents necessary for appropriate market research including RFIs, And RFPs. Appropriate utilization of strategic sourcing vehicles based upon customer needs for new requirements. Work included use of contract information systems such as FFMS and PRISM. Also performed contract administration on Long Range Broad Agency Announcements (LRBAA). Final review indicated I personally recovered over six million dollars through contract close out efforts for customer to recycle funding for other requirements. Also working with customer to draft Acquisition Plan (AP) for requirement that exceeds $100 million dollar anticipated award.
Nov 2013 - May 2016
Intermediate Contract Closeout Specialist
Provided contract close out support services that resulted in over two million dollars of recycled and UDO funds returned to the customer.
May 2013 - Nov 2013
Contract Specialist
Federal Acquisition Consultants, Inc.
Provided Government Customer with cradle to support for supply and services contracts. The support provided included processing invoices and payments through WINS Financial System, drafting solicitation packages for competitive and non-competitive awards and drafting & administration of contract award packages. Work also included performing contract closeout on completed awards, provided administrative support as necessary and other duties as assigned.
Oct 2012 - May 2013
Jr. Acquisition Specialist
Performed pre and post award contract administration for Major Systems Division including but not limited to pre and post negotiation memorandums, Acquisition plans, Undefinitized Contract Actions (UCA), RFIs, Contract modifications, and Contract Closeout. Also provide administrative support to Division Chief as necessary.
Jun 2011 - Sep 2012
Paralegal Specialist Intern
Processed FOIA requests from public and private entities under the Freedom of Information and Privacy Acts. Also, performed legal research for Staff Attorneys and Initial Denial Authority.
May 2010 - Jun 2011
Student Attorney
Udc-Community Development Clinic
Provided pro-bono legal services to cooperative housing communitys regarding management contracts, board resolutions and other legal documentation. Also researched pressing legal matters and recommended solutions. Completed case plans for client approval and conducted presentations on client roles and responsibilities.
Aug 2010 - Jan 2011
Student Advocate
Udc- Legislation Clinic
Conducted oversight and budget review for DC agencies, performed contract review of agencies seeking contracts awards for FY2010 and FY2011, as well as drafting Committe Reports and legal memoranda for proposed legislation.
Jan 2010 - Apr 2010
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Rena Willis education
Master'S Degree, Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions And Contracts Management
Bellevue University
Contract Management Leadership Development Program, Contract Management
National Contract Management Association (Ncma)
Juris Doctorate, Law
University Of The District Of Columbia David A. Clarke School Of Law (Udc Law)
B.S., Psychology
Bowie State University
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What company does Rena Willis work for?
Rena Willis works for GSA.
What is Rena Willis's role at GSA?
Rena Willis is listed as Branch Chief-GSA at GSA.
Where is Rena Willis based?
Rena Willis is based in Washington Dc-Baltimore Area, United States while working with GSA.
What companies has Rena Willis worked for?
Rena Willis has worked for Gsa, Panum Group, Llc, Jab Innovative Solutions, Llc, Federal Acquisition Consultants, Inc., and Technical And Project Engineering (Tape), Llc.
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What schools did Rena Willis attend?
Rena Willis holds Master'S Degree, Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions And Contracts Management from Bellevue University.
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