Martin D Hauch
Cave Springs,United States
Summary
Accomplished major acquisition buying office lead at the National Park Service with a proven track record in supervising high-stakes contracting operations across multiple states, ensuring the successful procurement and administration of over $40 million in contracting actions annually. Expert in team building and thinking outside the box to get the job done and ensure the NPS mission is met. Seasoned Supervisory Contract Specialist with comprehensive knowledge in procurement procedures, contract negotiation, and management. Demonstrated ability to lead teams in achieving contractual compliance and ensuring adherence to regulations. Skilled in streamlining processes for improved efficiency and cost reductions while maintaining utmost quality control. Significant experience in fostering strong relationships with vendors and stakeholders and mentoring team members to reach their full potential.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Arizona/Missouri Major Buying Office Lead
National Park Service
Cave Springs, AR
05.2022 - Current
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
- Arizona/Missouri Major Acquisition Buying Office Lead, Supervisory Contract Specialist, Federal Acquisition Certification Level III, with $25M Contracting Officer Authority (COA).
- Responsible for the procurement of supplies, services and construction projects for 40 National Park Service (NPS) sites encompassing Arizona, Missouri, Arkansas, and Illinois
- Supervises a team of nine employees located at various locations throughout the United States.
- Utilizes over 30 years of federal procurement experience to mentor employees through weekly training and one-on-one discussions with a goal of maximizing individual career growth and advancement along with enhancing job understanding.
- Maximizes the use of existing contractual vehicles such as the General Services Administration (GSA) and other agency vehicles such as the United States Fish and Wildlife Service and the Bureau of Indian Affairs Multiple Award Construction contracts.
- Contracting Officer on five year Architectural/Engineering Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity multiple award contracts valued at $25M for the Midwest Region of the NPS. Contracts will ensure professional engineering services are available to the regional facility staffs in maintaining and designing park infrastructure.
- During this time took on the additional duties as the Policy Analyst for the ConOps Central organization. Reviewed 117 contract actions for pre and post contract award actions valued at $226M dollars. Analysis focused on compliance with all agency, bureau and organizational policy, law and directive requirements.
Arizona Major Buying Office Lead
National Park Service
Cave Springs, AR
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Duties, accomplishments, and related skills:
- Arizona MABO Lead, Supervisory Contract Specialist and FAC-C Level Ill Certified Contracting Officer with a $25M COA.
- Oversaw a dynamic team of eight members that ranged in experience from little experience to seasoned Contracting Officers.
- Team was responsible for the cradle to grave award of over 480 procurement actions supporting 22 National Park Service locations in Arizona.
- Team obligated over $32M in awarded contracts which included a total of 481 award actions.
- Lead Contract Specialist in the award of a $64M shuttle bus contract for Grand Canyon National Park which was the largest contract ever awarded in the NPS Intermountain Region.
- Facilitated acquisition of six urgent contracts for Glen Canyon National Recreation Area in response to Lake Powell's historically low water levels which included the urgent procurement of a $700K water filtration system to address arsenic contamination. Ensuring thousands of people in the park and local community had safe drinking water for consumption.
- Oversaw the procurement of Professional Architect-Engineer Services, Construction, simple and complex commercial services, commercial supplies, and Interagency Agreements.
Supervisory Contract Specialist
National Park Service
Moose, WY
11.2008 - 03.2020
- Duties, Accomplishments and Related Skills:
- Lead Contract Specialist and FAC-C Level II Certified Contracting Officer responsible for the procurement and administration of contracting duties for Grand Teton National Park, Northern Rockies Major Acquisition Buying Office, and the lntermountain Region of the National Park Service.
- Construction contracts consisted of upgrading water system at the Flagg Ranch Resort, IT/Radio Dispatch upgrade, a new wash bay facility, new parking lot upgrade at Golden Spike National Historical Site
- Streamlined procurement processes of Basic Engineering Requirements (SABER) for water and waste water requirements at Grand Teton National Park
- Provided diverse commercial services including ambulance billing services, audio visual services for Craig Thomas Visitors Center, facilty assessment services, and water testing services for the park
- Executed all stages of the contracting life cycle from solicitation, award, and administration of contracts to contract closeout
- Evaluated requirements and proposed revisions to statements of work or specifications, and determined contract types, methods, and associated procurement strategies
- Analyzed market trends to identify new procurement sources for specialized needs
- Solicited quotes, bids, and proposals from contractors to ensure conformance with solicitation
- Reviewed contractor bids or offers to ensure alignment with solicitation requirements obtaining responsible sources at a fair and reasonable price
- Assessed contractor bids to ensure financial feasibility and adherence to quality standards
- Created cutting-edge contracting methods to ensure fair pricing
- Distributed acquisition notices via the Government Point of Entry
- Drafted solicitation documents including waiver, Justification and Approval for Other Than Full and Open Competition, Determinations and Findings
- Conducted thorough analysis to determine bid qualification
- Evaluated and approved contract awards
- Facilitated discussions to optimize cost structures, shipment schedules, and contractual incentives
- Developed and coordinated contract administration activities for long-term service contracts
- Monitored contractor performance status, approved progress payments; reviewed and recommended actions on contractor proposals arising from change orders, scheduling changes, and issues
- Evaluated and analyzed all facets of small business matters affecting contracts and recommended applicable small business program policies, procedures, and guidance
- Andrea Hannon (307-344-2080)
- Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
Education
Bachelor's degree - Bachelor of Science Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA, United States08.2017
Associate's degree - Contracts Management
Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL, United States06.2002
Associate's degree - Logistics
Community College of the Air Force
Maxwell AFB, AL, United States06.2002
High school diploma or equivalent - High School
Coloma High School
Coloma, MI, United States06.1982
Skills
- Creative direction
- Policy administration
- Change management
- Quality control
- Performance evaluations
- Team development
- Customer service
- Training and development
- Effective communication
- Employee development
- Procurement expertise
- Contract administration
- Cross-functional team leadership
- Contract compliance
Accomplishments
- Retired Senior Non Commissioned Officer from the United States Air Force
- Senior Noncommissioned Officer of the Year for the United States Air Forces Europe Contracting
- Recipient of two Quality Step Increases during civil service career
- Acquisition Professional Development Program Level III Certified
- Fluent in all common Microsoft Office Software (Excel, Power Point, and Word)
- Total Quality Teams & Tools Course Graduate
- Seven Habits of Highly Effective People, Covey Leadership Center Graduate
- Honor Graduate from Contracting Technical School and Supply Technical School
- Awarded Air Force Meritorious Service Medal
- Awarded Air Force Commendation Medal, Logistics Excellence in Action Award
- Graduate of the Senior Noncommissioned Officer Academy, Noncommissioned Officer Leadership School, and Noncommissioned Officer Preparatory Course
Availability
Permanent, Full-time
References
- Troy Scarbrough, Ozarks Electric Cooperative, Vice President, Engineering & Operations, 479-957-6405, tscarbrough@ozarksecc.com
- Dr Robert Jefferies, Jeffries Eye Associates, Eye Doctor, 479-685-1647
- Al Barrie, United States Forest Service, Procurement Analyst, 406-551-0380, Alfred.Barrie@usda.gov
- Sherry Packard, National Park Service, Chief of Contracting Operations Central, 520-275-1691, sherry_packard@nps.gov
Evening Phone
(479) 445-2747
Timeline
Arizona/Missouri Major Buying Office Lead
National Park Service
05.2022 - Current
Arizona Major Buying Office Lead
National Park Service
03.2020 - 05.2022
Supervisory Contract Specialist
National Park Service
11.2008 - 03.2020
Bachelor's degree - Bachelor of Science Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
Associate's degree - Contracts Management
Community College of the Air Force
Associate's degree - Logistics
Community College of the Air Force
High school diploma or equivalent - High School
Coloma High School
Similar Profiles
Oswald J Novas JrOswald J Novas Jr
Law Enforcement Park Ranger (Marine Patrol) GL9, 2 at National Park Service, Biscayne National ParkLaw Enforcement Park Ranger (Marine Patrol) GL9, 2 at National Park Service, Biscayne National Park
Skyler SmithSkyler Smith
Utility Operator at Bandelier National Monument- National Park ServiceUtility Operator at Bandelier National Monument- National Park Service
Christopher AbbettChristopher Abbett
Associate Regional Director at National Park ServiceAssociate Regional Director at National Park Service