PHILIP BOUFFARD
Leavenworth,KS
Summary
Results-oriented Supervisory Contract Specialist at Dept. of Veteran Affairs, specializing in contract management and regulatory compliance. Secured $400 million in contract awards during my time with the Department of Veterans Affairs, while enhancing team performance and addressing intricate procurement challenges. Exhibited exceptional negotiation skills and dedication to mission success through strategic resource allocation and comprehensive training initiatives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisory Contract Specialist
Dept. of Veteran Affairs
Leavenworth, KS, IN.
01.2021 - Current
- Supervised 10 contracting specialists, ranging from GS-5 to GS-12, primarily remote.
- Assigned and reviewed work, managing administrative and personnel functions effectively.
- Delegated tasks based on organizational priorities, optimizing staff skills for mission success.
- Maintained minimal personal workload, engaging in procurement actions only when mission at risk.
- Ensured compliance with FAR/VAAR and relevant policies guiding daily operations.
- Developed clear performance standards and training plans tracking core competencies and progress.
- Executed contract awards up to $100 million, ensuring legal compliance and fostering competition.
- Conducted outreach initiatives with Veterans Affairs Medical Centers to strengthen contractor relationships.
- Reviewed requests for proposal to determine appropriate actions needed to meet customer requirements.
- Resolved conflicts between supplier and contractor performance issues, customer needs, and budget constraints.
- Reviewed proposed contracts against established policies, guidelines and legal requirements to identify critical issues.
- Investigated and resolved compliance problems with independent approach focused on implementing and maintaining sound practices.
Contract Specialist/Contracting Officer
Department of Veterans Affairs
Leavenworth, KS
09.2018 - 01.2021
- Developed milestone plans for new procurement actions and updated as necessary.
- Managed multiple-award contracts, IDIQs, Requirements Contracts, BPAs, FSS BPAs, FSS Task/Delivery Orders, and Purchase Orders following FAR procedures.
- Obligated over $43.5 million in taxpayer dollars for NCO 15 within two and a half years.
- Ensured compliance with Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR) and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
- Conducted formal and informal training to maintain proficiency in FAR and VAAR knowledge.
- Collaborated with Contracting Officer Representatives, Contractors, and Government POCs to resolve delivery and quality issues.
- Performed contract reviews and provided expert guidance on complex contracts administered by other specialists.
- Monitored contractor compliance with contract requirements and swiftly addressed arising issues.
Procuring Contracting Officer/ Administrative Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer
U.S. Army Active Duty
12.2011 - 08.2018
- Managed cradle-to-grave contracting for multiple contracts valued over $15M, including firm-fixed price and service contracts.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Directed the allocation of resources for project and operational needs.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Led training and development programs to enhance team skills and performance.
- Administered IT refresh project for USFOR-A in Afghanistan, totaling over $1.5M in contract value.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for solicitations and awards, ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Achieved 20% savings through strategic timing of contract awards using best value principles.
- Executed modifications to contracts due to scope changes and performance issues, ensuring timely resolution.
- Provided acquisition planning support, assisting customers in defining technical specifications and procurement methods.
- Guided foreign vendors on invoice submission, expediting contract closeouts and reducing backlog by 30%.
- Led successful protest resolution at GAO, allowing performance to commence without delay.
- Represented the organization at external events and conferences.
- Coordinated with legal counsel to ensure organizational compliance.
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration/Management
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL10.2014
Associate’s Degree - Criminal Justice
Columbia Southern University
Orange Beach, AL12.2009
Skills
- Contract management
- Regulatory compliance
- Procurement strategies
- Contract negotiation
- Risk assessment
- Performance evaluation
Certification
- FAC-C Contracting Professional, 02/01/23
- FAC-C Contracting Officer Representitive 02/01/23
References
- Peggy Becker, Dept of VA, Division Chief, 785-817-2785, peggy.becker@va.gov
- Jeanine Wallace, Dept of VA, Services II Branch Chief, 913-704-9472, jeanine.wallace@va.gov
- Warren Scipio, Dept. of VA, Senior Contract Specialist, 913-946-1957, hubert.scipio@va.gov
Availability
Permanent, Full-Time
Additional Information
Current Secret Clearance, knowledgeable in the following systems: eCMS (Electronic Contract Management System), PD2 (Procurement Desktop), WAWF (Wide Area Work Flow), EDA (Electronic Documents Access), iRAPT (Invoicing, Receipt, Acceptance, and Property Transfer), eCOR (Electronic Contract Officer Representative), Acquisition.gov, CPARS (Contract Reporting Assessment Reporting System), FPDS, SAM, Microsoft Word, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Windows Operating Systems
Affiliations
- avid camper
- adventure motorcycle rider
- sports fisherman
Accomplishments
- received award from SBA for exceeding socio-economic goals set-asides in contracting
- received contingency contracting specialist award
Timeline
Supervisory Contract Specialist
Dept. of Veteran Affairs
01.2021 - Current
Contract Specialist/Contracting Officer
Department of Veterans Affairs
09.2018 - 01.2021
Procuring Contracting Officer/ Administrative Contracting Officer, Contracting Officer
U.S. Army Active Duty
12.2011 - 08.2018
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration/Management
Columbia Southern University
Associate’s Degree - Criminal Justice
Columbia Southern University
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