IBIBA AMACHREE
Washington
Summary
Contract Management and Procurement Specialist with over 10 years managing complex acquisitions and contract administration. Expertise in FAR compliance and negotiation strategies, successfully overseeing a $20B R&D contract portfolio while ensuring alignment with commercial and regulatory requirements.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Acquisition & Procurement Specialist
DISYS
Washington
02.2024 - 10.2024
- Performed cradle-to-grave procurement duties for pre- and post-award contracts, including review and drafting of contractual documents such as Purchase Agreements, contract amendments, and NDAs, in compliance with the FAR and commercial requirements
- Drafted, reviewed, and prepared a wide range of contractual and acquisition documents (including IGCEs, Determinations & Findings, small business analyses, negotiation memoranda, and JOFOCs), ensuring compliance with FAR, DFAR, and OMB Circulars
- Facilitated contract management by preparing and reviewing acquisition documents, addressing and documenting changes to requirements, scope, or schedule through contract amendments
- Contributed to contract negotiations by reviewing and marking up terms and conditions, summarizing deviations, and coordinating feedback from cross-functional teams
- Reviewed offer/proposal submissions for accuracy and adherence to approved CSA before release; supported the contracts team with uploading and maintaining contract documents on Salesforce
- Processed quote revisions to ensure CSA matched terms outlined in Purchase Agreements, and maintained the contracts dashboard, assisting with reporting and keeping contract documentation current
- Initiated quote requests per approved sales checklists, followed up on pricing status, and ensured accuracy of approved CSAs for alignment with contract terms
- Supported import/export documentation, supported registration activities, and contributed to strategic process improvement for projects within the contracts department
- General Services Administration (GSA-PTT IT)
Sr. Contracts Specialist
Advanced Decision Vector
Washington
03.2020 - 10.2023
- Managed a portfolio of R&D contracts exceeding $20B, overseeing cradle-to-grave contract administration, including negotiation, cost/price analyses, modifications, and closeouts
- Conducted comprehensive cost/price analyses and risk assessments for contract negotiations, supporting the development and review of Cost of Sales Analysis (CSA) and presenting findings to senior management
- Drafted, reviewed, and negotiated a variety of contract documents, including Purchase Agreements, MOAs, and NDAs, ensuring compliance with commercial and federal requirements
- Supported contract negotiations, reviewed and marked up terms and conditions, summarized deviations, and coordinated cross-functional team inputs
- Coordinated with program management and customers to address changes in requirements, scope, or schedule, documenting through contract amendments
- Initiated and tracked estimate requests, reviewed input for CSAs, and supported final preparation of binding Purchase Agreements
- Maintained contract dashboards and records, generated management reports, and ensured accuracy and currency of contract documentation in electronic systems
- Provided support for import/export documentation and registration with federal authorities, and contributed to process improvement initiatives
- HHS/ASPR/BARDA
Sr. Contract Analyst
The Mid-Town Group
Washington
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Executed cradle-to-grave actions on competitive and sole-source procurements, drafting and reviewing contract documents to support negotiations and achieve favorable terms
- Conducted cost/price analysis and reviewed SOWs to determine optimal contract methods for awards, enhancing procurement strategy
- Maintained contract documentation and monitored performance to ensure compliance with commercial and regulatory requirements, safeguarding organizational integrity
- Corp. for National & Comm. Svc.
Subcontracts Administrator
ASI Staffing, Inc.
Washington
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Planned, negotiated, led, and administered complex procurements, drafting sub-agreements and supporting contract amendments to ensure alignment with project goals.
- Monitored and administered contracts, ensured compliance, and coordinated with project teams on contract actions to facilitate project execution.
- Jacobs Engineering
Contracts Specialist
YRCI
Washington
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Developed acquisition strategies, executed contract modifications and managed closeouts to enhance contract performance and assist with CPARS reporting
- Established effective working relationships with stakeholders, presented findings and recommendations to support compliance with procurement regulations
- Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)
Contracts Specialist III
Salmon Group, Inc.
Germantown
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Utilized diverse contract types and applied negotiation techniques to effectively manage the award process
- Conducted compliance reviews and monitored contracts to ensure adherence to regulations, developing acquisition and source selection plans while resolving discrepancies in contract interpretations
- National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)
Financial Accounting Manager (Part-Time)
FABC
Washington
01.2015 - 08.2015
- Generated financial reports and reconciled accounts, managing accounting and finance activities to ensure accurate financial oversight for a non-profit organization
- Managed financial reporting and compliance for diverse business units.
- Oversaw month-end close processes and reconciled general ledger accounts.
- Developed budgets and forecasts to support strategic planning efforts.
Business Analyst
Enlightened, Inc.
Washington
07.2013 - 04.2014
- Presented findings, risks, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders
- Developed and analyzed test scenarios, coordinated UAT activities, and mapped workflow diagrams for the DC Health Link Web portal
- Supported operations of health benefit exchange
Sr. Contract Administrator
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
Washington
11.2009 - 04.2013
- Held a Contracting Officer’s Warrant and performed cradle-to-grave procurement actions for complex acquisitions
- Supported contract management across the full lifecycle (“cradle-to-grave”), including acquisition planning, solicitation, evaluation, negotiation, award, administration, and closeout for complex procurements up to $20M
- Led procurement activities including acquisition planning, pre-soliciting, evaluating, negotiating, contract award, management, and closeout for goods and services
- Drafted and managed contract documents, including purchase agreements and amendments, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulations
- Managed and closed out contracts, negotiating and applying the “Termination for Convenience” clause to mitigate risk and ensure successful contract completion
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to address changes in requirements, scope, or schedule, documenting these through formal contract amendments to maintain alignment
- WMATA
Sr. Budget Analyst
Office of the Chief Financial Officer
Washington
01.2005 - 06.2009
- Formulated and executed large-scale budgets for city programs, including security and technology initiatives, with focus on expenditure tracking and variance analysis.
- Certified funds, conducted budget analyses, managed budgets, and prepared recurring and special reports related to budget, finance, and analysis
- Oversaw financial management and compliance for diverse portfolio of funds (local, federal, grants, MOUs, capital), ensuring accurate documentation and timely reporting.
- Prepared and certified funding documents (requisitions, purchase orders) for contracts and acquisitions, ensuring compliance with budgetary guidelines and supporting the development, review, and execution of contractual documents
- Led a cross-functional team of 15 analysts on a significant project, producing detailed fiscal impact statements and comprehensive reports for 246 schools, demonstrating strong project management, analytical, and reporting skills essential for supporting contract negotiations, managing contract dashboards, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders
- Collaborated with program managers and senior officials to interpret financial impacts and implement forecasting methods for multi-year planning.
- Oversaw operations at Office of Chief Financial Officer, ensuring effective financial management and compliance.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Project Management
VETS Group Training Academy
Washington, DC05-2026
MBA - Technology Management
University of Phoenix
Phoenix, AZ01-2006
BBA - Finance
Howard University
Washington, DC01-2001
Skills
- Procurement regulations compliance (FAR and DFAR)
- Contract lifecycle management
- Contract administration
- Proposal evaluation
- Procurement execution
- Lifecycle management
- NASA SEWP
- Policy formulation
- Performance monitoring
- Regulatory compliance
- Price analysis
- Incentive management
- Risk assessment and mitigation
- Negotiation strategies
- Communication skills
- Risk management
Affiliations
- Achiever’s Network (Member)
- River East Emerging Leaders (Board Member)
- Virginia Association of Governmental Purchasing (Member)
- Martha’s Table (Volunteer)
- The Life-Cell Ball (Charity Project Manager)
Accomplishments
- Superior Contribution Award, U.S. Department of Health & Human Services (HHS)
- Certificate of Appreciation for Meritorious Service, Secretary of HHS
- Contracting Officer’s Appointment Certificate, WMATA
Timeline
Acquisition & Procurement Specialist
DISYS
02.2024 - 10.2024
Sr. Contracts Specialist
Advanced Decision Vector
03.2020 - 10.2023
Sr. Contract Analyst
The Mid-Town Group
09.2019 - 12.2019
Subcontracts Administrator
ASI Staffing, Inc.
06.2018 - 09.2018
Contracts Specialist
YRCI
09.2017 - 02.2018
Contracts Specialist III
Salmon Group, Inc.
07.2016 - 01.2017
Financial Accounting Manager (Part-Time)
FABC
01.2015 - 08.2015
Business Analyst
Enlightened, Inc.
07.2013 - 04.2014
Sr. Contract Administrator
Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
11.2009 - 04.2013
Sr. Budget Analyst
Office of the Chief Financial Officer
01.2005 - 06.2009
Certificate of Completion - Project Management
VETS Group Training Academy
MBA - Technology Management
University of Phoenix
BBA - Finance
Howard University