Frederick Sharpe
City of Richmond
Alexandria,VA
12
years of professional experience
Experienced with sourcing and supplier management, ensuring optimal procurement strategies and relationships. Utilizes data analysis and market research to inform purchasing decisions and drive cost efficiencies. Track record of successfully negotiating contracts and maintaining compliance with procurement policies and regulations.
Work History
Procurement Analyst, Senior
4 Years 3 Months- Serves as lead procurement analyst and subject matter expert (SME) for complex procurements
- Conduct formal solicitations such as Invitations for Bids (IFBs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and Requests for Qualifications (RFQs).
- Ensures the accurate and timely execution if Invitation for Bids (IFB), Requests for Qualifications (RFQ), and Requests for Proposals (RFP), while maintain compliance standards.
- Ensures the accurate and timely execution if Invitation for Bids (IFB), Requests for Qualifications (RFQ), and Requests for Proposals (RFP), while maintaining compliance standards.
- Trained and mentored junior level procurement staff in developing skills in research and document preparation.
- Reviewing contract clauses, terms, and conditions to ensure the proper application in various contracts.
- Providing procurement training to Agency project managers and project staff.
- Participated in process improvement teams to streamline procurement functions, ensuring accurate and timely execution of IFBs, RFQs, and RFPs while maintaining budget and compliance standards.
- Participates on various process improvement teams within the department to streamline function. Ensuring the accurate and timely execution of Invitation for Bids (IFB), Requests for Qualifications (RFQ), and Requests for Proposals (RFP), while maintaining budget and compliance standards.
- Provides procurement-related training and guidance to agency project managers and construction project teams.
Interim Contracting Officer
2 Months- Supervised staff by ensuring compliance with policies and regulations, establishing standards, directing work, conducting training, and reviewing workflow.
- Oversaw the functions of bid invitations (IFB) and requests for proposals (RFP) including assisting with RAPIDs hierarchy.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures and recommended changes as needed.
- Reviewed documents for accuracy, consistency, and compliance with established standards.
- Represented the procurement department at meetings on procurement matters.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures and recommends changes as needed.
- Maintained systems to capture workloads, records and for reporting requirements.
- Facilitated communication within procurement leadership to ensure smooth operations and effective decision-making.
Procurement Analyst II
7 Years 6 Months- Managed high-level procurement assignments for SDCRAA, preparing and drafting solicitation types (RFPs, RFQs, RFBs, Public Works), contracts, and specifications in compliance with policies and regulations, collaborating with internal stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes.
- Reviewed, analyzed and evaluated bid/proposal documentation; facilitate the evaluation process with internal stakeholders.
- Evaluated requisitions to identify the best procurement method; conducted vendor, product and market research.
- Drafted legal and administrative sections of contract documents; analyze and interpret technical sections of contracts to ensure provisions are clear and consistent within the specifications.
- Led negotiations of agreements and terms with vendors and staff, identifying cost-saving opportunities and enhancing value-added services.
- Oversaw all aspects of contract management, including compliance and execution.: reviewed spend trends, processed amendments, change orders and resolved issues with contractors and staff.
- Communicated and guided internal stakeholders and the public on procurement policies and procedures; facilitated training sessions, prepared presentations, and represented the Authority at community outreach events.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Policy interpretation
Research and analysis
Ethics in Procurement
Facilitation skills
Contract management
Excellent management and time management skills
Project management
Team player and strong interpersonal skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word
Excel
PowerPoint
Access
Publisher
Adobe Reader
Military Service
- United States Navy
- February 1994 – February 2014
Timeline
Interim Contracting Officer
City of Richmond
11.2025 - 01.2026Read More
Procurement Analyst, Senior
City of Richmond
05.2022 - CurrentRead More
Procurement Analyst II
San Diego Regional Airport Authority
11.2014 - 05.2022Read More
Gates County High School
High School Diploma
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