Simone Richardson Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Il, Us

Performs at Senior level “cradle to grave” acquisition work including but not limited to: planning and carrying out pre-solicitation, evaluation, vendor selection, contract administration and ensuring contractor performance in the well-established aspects of contracting. Performs as teams lead, providing technical advice, guidance and ad-hoc training to sr staff, and for jr staff on my team. Assign and approve work within my authority. Performing and executing all duties and responsibilities associated with assigned warrant authority. Srichardson618@gmail.com

Herndon, Va, Us

Performs at top level "cradle to grave" acquisition work including but not limited to: planning and carrying out pre-solicitation, evaluation, vendor selection, contract administration and ensuring contractor performance in the well-established aspects of contracting. Performs as team lead, providing technical advice, guidance, and ad hoc training to sr staff, and training for jr staff on my team. Assign and approve work within my authority. Performing and executing all duties and responsibilities associated wtih assigned warrant authority.

As a Senior Contract Specialist, I provide skilled leadership in drafting and negotiating complex contracts. Write and facilitate Request for Proposals (RFP) which includes, but not limited to, drafting RFP, coordinating all pre-proposal meetings, tabulation analysis and guidance for RFP award to Customers.• Develop and manage policies and procedures for work involving the procurement of services, supplies and research and development using formal advertising and negotiation procedures; the evaluation of contract price proposals; and the administration or termination and close out of contracts. Responsible for procurement acquisition planning, development of requests for proposals, broad agency announcements (solicitation), awards, price/cost analyses for all contracts and small purchases including the market research, formulation of negotiation strategies, development of negotiation objectives.Provide direct contract support to all District agencies, community organizations, coalitions and vendors exhibiting seasoned knowledge and understanding of procurement policies and procedures. Train and mentor other contract specialists regarding contract language and contract structure.•Develop statements of work (SOW) and procurement strategy, determine contract types, unique/complex terms and conditions of the solicitation: perform detailed analyses of all cost elements in contractor proposals, review life cycle cost information. •Evaluate proposals, negotiate cost/prices and terms and conditions with contractors; conduct debriefing for unsuccessful offers and prepare documentation; manage assignments on over 35 multi-million dollar contracts. •Provide ongoing advice and guidance to Contract Specialist in the Services Group preparing Request for Proposals, Invitation for Bids/Task Orders, Sole Source Procurements, GSA purchases, contract evaluation, negotiations, contract administration and other contracting functions for large, small and complex contracts.

Washington, Dc, Us

Screened and processed applications for Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) certifications and requests for reconsideration. The analyzing of each certification request involves the application of relevant Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR) to determine whether or not each applicant meets the multiple criteria for eligibility. I made my recommended determination of eligibility in writing. My analyses and final decision letters were then reviewed and submitted to the Assistant Administrator for signature. All information I receive was confidential and I handled the application, its supporting documentation, and communication about the application with the utmost discretion. Additionally, I produced weekly reports for submission and review to the COTR. My reports included the procurement for services from GSA acquisitions (supplies, IT equipment, screens, monitors, cordless mouse, etc). I prepared appropriate milestone charts and related schedules. I met face to face with managers, small business owners and CEO’s, internal and external customers. I supported the Government COTR in technical and administrative responsibilities as needed.

Education record

Bs, Business Administration

Bs, Business Administration

Business Administration And Management, General