Dr. Robert Boesen, CFCM

Experience

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  Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command (NAVFAC)

  Jul 2011 - Jul 2017

  • Contracting Officer

    Feb 2016 - Jul 2017

  • Contract Specialist

    Jul 2011 - Feb 2016
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  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs

  Aug 2017 - Feb 2020

  Contract Specialist
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  Wisconsin National Guard

  Mar 2020 - Jul 2024

  Chief of Contracting

  Supervision: I efficiently lead ARNG and ANG members in Wisconsin, establishing clear and comprehensive performance standards. My role encompasses diverse personnel matters, including hiring, promotions, and assignments, ensuring alignment with stringent mission requirements.Acquisition Strategy: Entrusted with planning and executing robust procurement strategies, I conduct extensive and detailed market research. This includes analyzing product or service availability and understanding emerging market trends, commercial practices, and technological advancements to select the most effective procurement approaches. My role involves in-depth contract analysis, ensuring strategic and compliant acquisition planning, and seamlessly resolving any pre-award procurement issues.Contract Management - Pre-Award/Award: I ensure compliance with all acquisition statutory requirements, managing contracts with unique and specialized characteristics. My duties include structuring price schedules, preparing and issuing solicitations and amendments, and conducting comprehensive negotiations, ensuring complete adherence to all relevant regulations, policies, and industry standards.Contract Management - Post-Award: I maintain rigorous oversight of contractor performance, ensuring complete adherence to contract terms and conditions. This involves verifying the timely submission of technical progress reports, conducting insightful field visits, overseeing the responsible use of government-supplied property inventories, issuing change orders, and navigating various contract administration issues.My contributions significantly ensure that the Wisconsin State Army National Guard USPFO Contracting Office meets its procurement needs timely, efficiently, and compliantly, ensuring the highest operational excellence and efficiency standards in all contractual matters. Show less

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  National Contract Management Association (NCMA)

  Apr 2024 - now

  Certified Federal Contract Management (CFCM) Instructor

  As a Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM) Instructor, I provide comprehensive instruction and training to individuals aspiring to achieve the CFCM certification. My role involves delivering structured courses based on the "Handbook for the Certified Federal Contract ManagerTM," ensuring all candidates gain the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in federal contract management.Key Responsibilities:• Course Development and Delivery: I design and deliver instructional materials aligned with the "Handbook for the Certified Federal Contract ManagerTM." My courses cover the entire certification process, including application, exam preparation, and recertification.• Knowledge Dissemination: I teach contracting principles and innovative contracting processes applicable to pre- and post-award actions. This includes developing and administering contracts for various construction projects, architect-engineering services, and complex supplies and services.• Compliance and Standards: I ensure that all instructional content adheres to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Uniform Commercial Code (UCC), and the American National Standard (ANS). My teaching emphasizes the importance of these standards in the procurement process.• Student Support: I guide and support students throughout their certification journey, from application to exam preparation and recertification. This includes addressing individual queries and offering tailored assistance to ensure each student's success.• Assessment and Evaluation: I administer practice exams and assessments to gauge students' understanding and readiness for the certification exam. Feedback is provided to help students identify and address areas needing improvement. Show less

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  National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA)

  Jul 2024 - now

  Administrative Contracting Officer

  As a Federal Administrative Contracting Officer, I manage various complex contracting activities for the Department of Energy (DOE) and the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA). My responsibilities encompass the full spectrum of contract administration, including oversight, evaluation, and compliance for various programs and initiatives. Key areas of focus include:• Broad Agency Announcements (BAA) & Federal Opportunity Announcements (FOA): Spearheaded the development and release of BAAs and FOAs, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and regulatory requirements.• Contractor Oversight: Appoint and oversee Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs), ensuring effective contract execution and compliance with contractual terms.• Collaborative Research and Development Agreements (CRADAs): Facilitate CRADAs to promote collaboration between government entities and private sector organizations.• Performance Evaluation and Measurement Plans (PEMP): Develop and monitor PEMPs, providing critical input for contractor performance reviews and evaluations.• Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS): Manage the CPARS process, ensuring accurate and timely contractor performance reporting.• Contractor Purchasing System Review: Conduct comprehensive reviews and approvals of contractor purchasing systems, ensuring compliance with federal standards.• Subcontract Oversight: Conduct pre- and post-award reviews of subcontractor activities, including construction and non-construction contracts.• Cost and Finance Oversight: Evaluate cost accounting standards, indirect rates, and cost allowability determinations to ensure fiscal responsibility and compliance.• Technology Transfer and Intellectual Property Management: Oversee technology transfer initiatives and manage intellectual property and licensing agreements. Show less