Windell Cooper
IT Specialist Contracting Officer Representative @Usda Farm Production And Conservation Business Center
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WORK HISTORY
IT Specialist Contracting Officer Representative @Usda Farm Production And Conservation Business Center
Birmingham, AL, US
Apply acquisition principles, federal regulations, and USDA standards to support enterprise digital services delivery, with specialized support to Conservation Agile Release Trains (ARTs), using SAFe methodology and Agile frameworks- Advise and collaborate with product owners and program managers to drive delivery of integrated IT software development and other services supporting conservation programs for landowners and land managers- Lead IT acquisition planning efforts, accurately capturing technical and business requirements, assessing risk, and recommending modern approaches to improve performance, reduce complexity, and enhance program outcomes- Analyze and evaluate new or enhanced acquisition strategies using performance management metrics, cost-benefit analysis, and risk management tools to recommend data-driven operational improvements- Manage and implement Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs) to monitor vendor performance, define measurable outcomes, and ensure service delivery aligns with USDA contract performance standards- Serve as Contracting Officer Representative (COR), overseeing technical execution of contracts, managing Government-Furnished Property (GFP) and Information (GFI), reviewing invoices, and resolving contractor performance issues in coordination with Contracting Officers- Coordinate and lead meetings with contractors and stakeholders to ensure alignment of deliverables, maintain government-contractor relations, and provide timely input to support contract administration and closeout- Contribute to portfolio planning and budget formulation activities, aligning acquisition strategies with capital planning goals and ensuring funding supports timely and cost-effective technology implementation- Develop and maintain contract records and artifacts such as acquisition packages, governance documentation, and investment justifications to support program integrity and compliance with internal control frameworks.
EDUCATION
Webster University
Master of Arts (M.A.)
American InterContinental University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
Defense Acquisition University
DAWIA Certification Level II
SKILLS
ABOUT WINDELL COOPER
Contract Manager and Negotiator with comprehensive knowledge and extensive experience in leveraging acquisition processes. Strong analytical and problem solving abilities, with expertise in finance, cost analysis with the ability to facilitate process improvement. High interpersonal skills to influence build relationships, and provide leadership in a team environment. Secret Clearance.
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