Heidi Treadway
Canal Winchester,Ohio
Summary
Dynamic Contract Specialist with extensive experience at HHS/BARDA, adept in regulatory compliance and strategic sourcing. Proven track record in negotiating high-value contracts and leading cross-functional teams to enhance operational efficiency. Recognized for process improvements and mentorship, driving successful outcomes in complex procurement environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Contract Specialist (GS-13)
Health and Human Services (HHS) / Biomedical Advanced Research & Development Authority (BARDA)
12.2023 - Current
- Analyzed contract requirements, terms, and conditions to ensure compliance with FAR, HHSAR, HHSAM, and organizational policies for medical countermeasure programs.
- Drafted and administered complex Cost-Type, Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), FFP with Economic Price Adjustment (EPA), and Time & Materials (T&M) contracts, coordinating with internal stakeholders to align acquisition strategies with program objectives.
- Reviewed vendor Requests for Quotes (RFQs) to ensure compliance with prime contract terms and federal regulations.
- Negotiated favorable prices, terms, and schedules with suppliers, ensuring consistency with program delivery timelines.
- Supported proposal efforts, addressing contract issues and working cross-functionally to identify solutions for contract performance challenges.
- Assisted in the development of business strategies in partnership with internal clients, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
- Coordinated industry engagement efforts and led the development of proposals, ensuring all necessary reviews, concurrences, and approvals were obtained prior to submission.
- Assisted senior staff in identifying and implementing process improvements for contract management and policy development.
- Served as a Government Purchase Card (GPC) holder, independently executing micro-purchases in accordance with agency policy, ensuring timely acquisition of essential goods and services while maintaining proper documentation and accountability.
- Played a key role in congressionally mandated BID2025 procurement, streamlining the contracting process and receiving recognition in the BARDA newsletter.
Contracting Officer / Team Lead (GS-13)
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime
Columbus, OH
06.2014 - 12.2023
- Led the procurement writing tasks, negotiation and administration of Performance-Based Logistics (PBL) contracts, including the Global Tires Program $2.1 billion IDIQ tire procurement.
- Drafted and developed Firm-Fixed Price (FFP), FFP with Economic Price Adjustments, and requirements type contracts, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
- Expert in Source Selection procedures and Best Value trade-off analysis, serving as Chairperson for Technical Evaluation Teams (TET) and leading multiple cross-functional teams through complex source selection processes for high-dollar value procurements.
- Coordinated proposal development and contracting strategy, working closely with business and technical teams to ensure contract terms met DoD and DLA objectives.
- Acted as the client interface during negotiations, identifying and resolving contract performance issues and providing actionable solutions.
- Contributed to the development and implementation of cross-functional process improvement initiatives and mentored junior staff in contracting practices.
- Managed the successful award and logistics for the Global Tires Program (GTP), a $2.1 billion PBL contract, ensuring effective global supply chain management for the military.
- Spearheaded contract closeouts and process improvements, significantly reducing administrative time and improving operational efficiency.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
Columbia Southern University
09.2010
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Franklin University
12.2005
Skills
- Contracting & Procurement Systems: PRISM and EBS
- System for Award Management
- Regulatory compliance (FAR, DFARS, DLAD, HHSAR, HHSAM)
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Financial Business Intelligence System
- Proposal Compliance Review
- Strategic Sourcing & Purchasing
- Contract Closeouts
- Process Improvement
- Supplier Qualification and Negotiation
- Mentorship & Cross-Functional Leadership
Certification
- Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C)
- Contracting Professional Certification
- DATMS Program Management Certification
- Selected for National Contract Management Association World Congress 2024
- Extensive training in federal procurement policies (FAR, DFARS, DLAD, HHSAR, HHSAM)
Professional References
- Devin FitzMaurice, Program Director, Business Operations, BARDA, 240-856-2795, Devin.FitzMaurice@hhs.gov
- Rosemary Hill, Associate Director, Business Operations, BARDA, 202-768-1430, Rosemary.Hill@hhs.gov
- Brandon McCoy, Supervisory Acquisition Specialist, DLA Land and Maritime, 614-692-2848, Brandon.McCoy@dla.mil
- William Winegarner, Division Chief - Acquisition, DLA Land and Maritime, 614-692-1949, William.Winegarner@dla.mil
Key Qualifications
Over 17 years in federal contracting with a Master's degree in Program Management and a Bachelor's in Marketing, extensive hands-on experience in government contracting processes, and a proven ability to manage complex contracts. Strong and detailed expertise in subcontract administration, proposal development, and supply chain management. Led cross-functional teams in proposal development, contract execution, and supplier negotiations. Expert in drafting, developing, and negotiating moderate to complex contractual instruments and complex subcontract agreements, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and organizational policies. In-depth knowledge of FAR and Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS) procedures/transactions, with proven ability to interpret and apply these regulations. Experienced in analyzing proposals from business, financial, and contractual perspectives and significantly contributing to the development of proposal strategies and contracting approaches. Skilled at identifying, analyzing, and resolving contractual issues, working cross-functionally to mitigate risks and ensure compliance. Spearheaded initiatives to improve subcontract management processes, reducing administrative burdens and increasing operational efficiency. Strong experience leading contract management teams, mentoring junior staff, and fostering the development of emerging talent.
Timeline
Contract Specialist (GS-13)
Health and Human Services (HHS) / Biomedical Advanced Research & Development Authority (BARDA)
12.2023 - Current
Contracting Officer / Team Lead (GS-13)
Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Land and Maritime
06.2014 - 12.2023
Master of Business Administration - Project Management
Columbia Southern University
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
Franklin University
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