Ayla Brooks

Experience

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  United States Department of Defense

  Sept 2009 - Jul 2015

  Contract Specialist
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  Millennium Challenge Corporation

  Jul 2015 - Feb 2019

  Senior Contract Specialist

   Serve as a technical resource and advisor to the Department of Compact Operations in the procurement of goods and services needed in the successful accomplishment of MCC mission and goals. Develop procurement plans by reviewing previous history, market conditions, and requirements. Analyze business needs and determines the most appropriate contracting vehicle to use in acquiring various goods and services. Perform pre-award functions by analyzing bids and proposals including cost/price proposal. Manage the source selection process, conducts negotiations and prepares award documentation. Prepare contract supporting documentation and issues solicitations pursuant to Federal Acquisitions Regulations (FAR). Perform post award functions by monitoring the performance of contractors and negotiates and prepares contract modifications as necessary. Develop contract justifications and reviews statements of work drafted by Program personnel. Ensure clear and complete specifications including packing and delivery requirements or other stipulations. Serve as a central point of contact with operating offices and vendors to respond to inquiries. Plan, monitor and track contract performance, delivery, invoice payments, and financial status. Show less

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  USAID

  Feb 2019 - now

  • Division Chief

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Branch Chief

    Feb 2021 - Jan 2024

  • Senior Contract Specialist

    Feb 2019 - Feb 2021