Rob Kinsey

• Major duties and responsibilities include: Responsible for performing professional work involving the procurement of supplies and services using procedures outlined in the Federal Acquisition Regulations, Acquisition Regulations, Public Laws, and Agency policy. Assists the Acquisition Team Supervisors in coordinating contracting activities, performs contract reviews and provides guidance regarding complex contracts administered by other contract specialists, identifies special training needs, and conducts mentoring and contract training. Aids requiring activities in performing market research, reviewing specifications and statements of work, and approving acquisition milestone plans. Performs a complete review of recommended sole-source requirements and conducts necessary market analyses to test the noncompetitive assumptions of requisitions. Conducts public bid openings, reviews bids and determines responsiveness and responsibility of low bidder in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements when using sealed bidding. Conducts negotiations for competitive and noncompetitive procurements. Conducts cost and/or price analysis of offerors' proposals, reviews auditors' reports for adequacy of analysis and conclusions, and considers all information in developing an overall pricing negotiation strategy. Prepares detailed price negotiation memoranda, outlining in writing the details of negotiations with contractors in competitive and noncompetitive negotiations. Provides signatory authority and executes contract awards within warrant authority, as requested by supervisor. Conducts post-award conferences with Contractor and Government personnel to provide information and to clarify standard and special contractual provisions of the contract. Negotiates required changes to contract conditions to protect the agency. Performs cost/price analysis on change order proposals and analysis of delivery requirements. Negotiates prices and/or additional time required for performance and consideration on behalf of the Government. Accounting, and Procurement (IFCAP)) and prosthetics application suite (i.e., Graphical User Interface (GUI)), in accordance with Agency policies. Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Frequently inspected production area to verify proper equipment operation.
• Created and managed project plans, timelines and budgets.

• As the electronics shop supervisor, I directed the day-to-day work operations of the Electronics Shop to include short and long-range plans, deadlines and priorities set by the Chief of Maintenance and Operations. I reviewed our critical inventory, wrote, and revised SOPs for equipment operation and preventative maintenance, overseeing contracts from start to finish. In addition, I ensured that we maintained JHACO and AQMD compliance with our generators, task and emergency lighting, and with the fire alarm testing and maintenance. During my time as supervisor, I managed the employee’s time and leave, arranged for overtime, and provided them with a successful environment to promote their individual strengths while helping to build on their weaknesses. I assigned work to the technicians; explaining what is required and what procedures to use. I determined staffing, material, and equipment requirements, and submitted these requests for material and equipment as needed. I reviewed work in progress and inspected completed work to ensure that appropriate standards of quality and quantity were met. I provided advice to the technicians to aid in solving their more complicated issues. I used multi-meters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, RF power meters, automated test equipment and other types of testing and diagnostic tools to repair this equipment and radios down to the component level. When required I arranged for service by outside contractors and developed the scope and specifications for those services. Monitoring contractor work in progress and inspected completed work to ensure that it meets contract specifications and complied with all applicable codes and standards. I also kept the Administrative COTR and Contracting Officer informed of any major developments or problems. I also kept an open dialog with the higher-level management concerning the workload of the unit, status of work in progress, and the problems and needs of the unit. I also supported the engineering construction program by reviewing and providing input on design drawings/specifications, participating in periodic and final job site inspections, and offer recommendations for correcting cited deficiencies.

As the temporary Chief of M&O I provided oversight for project planning & design, design management, construction management, and provides construction administration support for Maintenance and Operations (M&O) Non-Recurring Maintenance (NRM) Projects, and Station Level Projects. The work encompassed research, development, design and/or redesign of system components, production, Installation, construction, and maintenance of facilities Infrastructure and other functions. The paramount duties focused on the overall evaluation, development, and management of preventive maintenance programs. Includes prioritizing, time management, and consistency of repairs in compliance with The Joint Commission standards and the development of plans and practices to effectively manage and prioritize workload to minimize backlogs. Plans must meet effective use of staff and monetary resources, including ways of effectively addressing staffing and systems capacities to meet the growing needs of the medical center, such as modernizing utility systems and managing energy efficient plant operations. Reporting directly to the Chief Engineer, the Maintenance and Operations Chief has responsibility for the maintenance and operations of buildings, structures, equipment and services (i.e., new facilities, modifications to facilities, maintenance and repair functions, new equipment installation, utility systems maintenance, operations and maintenance of a fleet of Government vehicles, and development and evaluation of proposals for replacement of facilities and equipment) which are based in whole or in part on maintenance or utility savings. The position serves as M&O Senior engineer consisting of the overseeing M&O section projects; provides oversight for Maintenance Sustainment Unit contracts to ensure the contractor is in compliance with all contractual requirements, healthcare regulations and codes, specifications, and schedules are met in accordance with the government’s requirements for VA owned and leased facilities. The Chief, Maintenance and Operations, in collaboration with other Engineering Section Chiefs, is responsible for assisting the Facility Chief Engineer in directing a comprehensive Engineering Service plan to support the medical facility.

• Attended bid boards, proposal review team meetings, kick-off events and contract acquisition education sessions, broadening knowledge of contract representation details and supporting account health.
• Collaborated with subcontractors and procurement personnel on contract acquisition and retention, conducting check-ins and maintaining direct lines of communication.
• Implemented risk mitigation strategies and drafted applicable contract terms and conditions to make credible arguments during negotiations and issue resolution.
• Advised technical staff, finance partners and other stakeholders regarding contract terms and conditions, applicable institute policies and procedural implementation.
• Created, recorded and modified terms and conditions to meet individual procurement requirements.
• Coordinated with post-award staff to advise on financial discrepancies, payment term violations, deliverable delays and security breaches.
• Developed and integrated contract management templates, methods and processes to streamline agreements.
• Practiced risk mitigation strategies, drafting preventive contract terms and resolving disagreements during negotiations.
• Served as lead negotiator and business contact for partner procurement process.

• Achieved 60% increase in productivity in fixed operations, parts and service department.
• Increased part shipment ratings by 50% through effective management of recall projects.
• Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
• Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
• Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
• Trained personnel in equipment maintenance and enforced participation in exercises focused on developing key skills.
• Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
• Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.

• Completed all repair and maintenance activities promptly and to high quality standards.
• Maintained inventory of repair supplies and ordered parts.
• Utilized variety of tools and diagnostic equipment to complete repairs.
• Followed detailed repair and maintenance procedures for consumer products.
• Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
• Repaired and tested electronic circuit boards, wiring and components.
• Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
• Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
• Inspected, evaluated and calibrated electrical and mechanical systems and components.
• Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
• Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.