Stephanie M. Garnett
Honolulu,USA
Summary
Results-driven government contracting professional with 25 years of experience managing complex federal contracts. Proven expertise in negotiating and executing contracts, optimizing cost efficiency, and mitigating risks. Collaborative team player skilled in analyzing requirements, developing strategic procurement plans, and fostering positive relationships with contractors and internal stakeholders. Seeking to leverage extensive knowledge of government contracting principles and a strong background in vendor management to transition into a Subcontracts Manager role in the private sector. Committed to driving operational excellence and contributing to organizational success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief of Procurement
NOAA, National Marine Fisheries Service, Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center
03.2020 - Current
- 25+ years of experience with analyzing and interpreting the Federal Acquisition Regulation and agency supplements and performing cradle to grave contracting
- Supervise a team of three contracting professionals (eight total years of supervisory experience)
- Utilize critical thinking skills to determine the appropriate course of action for complex procurement issues
- Serve as a procurement business advisory for internal and external customers
- Perform workload forecasting, advising on the distribution of work amongst the team and determining appropriate staffing levels and skills mix
- Analyze reports to develop specifications, analytical techniques, and program evaluation methodologies
- Familiar with all contract types (FFP, CPFF, CPIF, CPAF, IDIQ)
- Responsible for data gathering and reviewing draft acquisition documents to ensure compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation and other federal mandates
- Oversee large, complex contract negotiations
- Develop data and management surveys to enact process improvements
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite and Smartsheets software
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Management and Program Analyst
NOAA, National Marine Fisheries Service, Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center
03.2014 - 03.2020
- Manage the Best Value Source Selection (BVSS) competition process
- Develop negotiation strategies and lead formal negotiations for simplified acquisitions
- Awarded and administered approximately 100 purchase orders actions per year.
- Analyze quotations/proposals to perform price/cost analysis techniques
- Maintain strong business relationships with first tier subcontractors
- Preparation and issuance of solicitations (RFQs, RFPs and RFIs) for service and supply requirements
- Implementing scope changes while controlling cost and maintaining schedule
Contracting Officer
NOAA, Western Acquisition Division
09.2011 - 03.2014
- Responsible for all phases of contracting from acquisition planning through closeout
- Advise leadership on the potential benefits/uses of automation to improve the efficiency of administrative operations
- Responsible for evaluation of contractor performance to determine compliance with contract terms and conditions and subcontracting goals using eSRS
- Responsible for evaluating contractor performance using CPARS
- Extensive experience with the development of procurement file documentation, including: market research, acquisition strategies, acquisition forecasts, formal acquisition and source selection plans, solicitations, contract awards, pre-award clearances and price negotiation memorandums
Senior Field Contracting Officer
United States Coast Guard, Shore Maintenance Command
06.2010 - 09.2011
- Lead a team of eight contract specialists across three remote field offices specializing in construction and A/E services
- Responsible for leading negotiation teams and performing cost/price and structured fee analysis
- Establish systems to review, control, and report on project status, including contracting and subcontract compliance
- Monitor contract status and adjust work plans to ensure timely contract completion
- Assist with contract inspections and the validation of existing conditions
- Perform formal contract audits as a member of an audit team
Contracting Officer
United States Coast Guard, Civil Engineering Unit
04.2009 - 06.2010
- Process complex contract changes, contract disputes, and termination actions
- Review unit policies and developing briefings for management on alternatives and solutions for operational issues
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with contractors and key subcontractors
- Ability to resolve problems in a timely, effective manner, including exercising judgment in complex or ambiguous scenarios
Contracting Officer
NOAA, Western Acquisition Division
11.2000 - 04.2009
- Develop contracts for contracts and task orders of medium to high complexity for the Contracting Officer’s signature in accordance with all regulatory requirements
- Develop plans to promote cost reduction initiatives and performance improvements (technical and quality)
- Experience supporting cradle to grave contracting
- Experience working in a dynamic environment which requires planning, organizing and prioritizing workload
Education
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration
University of Washington
Seattle, WA03.2001
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Computer skills
- Organizational skills
Certification
- FAC-C, Professional – warranted Contracting Officer (unlimited level)
- FAC-COR III, Contracting Officer Representative
Awardsrecognition
- 2014, National Marine Fisheries Service Employee of the Year – Administrative Support
- 2022, National Marine Fisheries Service Employee of the Year – Leadership Management
Security Clearance
Secret
Timeline
Chief of Procurement
NOAA, National Marine Fisheries Service, Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center
03.2020 - Current
Management and Program Analyst
NOAA, National Marine Fisheries Service, Pacific Islands Fisheries Science Center
03.2014 - 03.2020
Contracting Officer
NOAA, Western Acquisition Division
09.2011 - 03.2014
Senior Field Contracting Officer
United States Coast Guard, Shore Maintenance Command
06.2010 - 09.2011
Contracting Officer
United States Coast Guard, Civil Engineering Unit
04.2009 - 06.2010
Contracting Officer
NOAA, Western Acquisition Division
11.2000 - 04.2009
- FAC-C, Professional – warranted Contracting Officer (unlimited level)
- FAC-COR III, Contracting Officer Representative
Bachelor’s Degree - Business Administration
University of Washington
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