Ruth M.

Fleming
1620 Bisbee Court
New Albany, Ohio 43054
614-939-5152
rf772790@westpost.net
Summary of Qualifications
* Extensive knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations.
* Strong range of knowledge of military logistics
* Proven negotiator
* Expertise in working with HUB Zone, small, small disadvantaged, women-owned ve
teran, and 8A type businesses
* Strong research and analytical abilities
* Excellent teaching and supervisory abilities
* Team leader and team player
* Personal computer skills
Relevant Experience
Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), Springfield, VA.
DCMA Liaison to DSCC, Retired August, 2009.
* Collaborated with DSCC and DCMA personnel relative to delivery status/backorde
r problems affecting MRAP and other contracts
* Served as DCMA problem solver and trouble-shooter for DSCC. This activity inc
luded staying abreast of procurement policies and procedures and identifying are
as that may present obstacles in accomplishing the mission for both agencies.
* Fostered activities that promoted goal accomplishment established for the agen
cy.
* Presented and participated in Small Business Seminars, quarterly
* Participated in meetings addressing the need and means of including the small
business community in major weapon contractual awards
* Promoted teamwork and collaborative professional relationships with internal a
nd external agencies, contractors and suppliers to develop and foster effective
work environments
* Worked closely with the acquisition teams to ensure their understanding of the
DCMA processes as related to contract administration
* Engaged with DSCC and DCMA's Policy Teams to ensure proper implementation of a
cquisition and contracting governing rules
* Engaged with DCMA and DSCC's Commanders and Directors to enhance better commun
ication
* Conducted briefings and training at all levels within all government and priva
te agencies relative to policy and procedural changes that will impact business
processes
* Interpreted Federal Acquisition Regulations and ensured implementation by both
agencies
* Conducted and presented at seminars through out the United States and Canada.
* Engaged with both DSCC and DCMA's Information Technology personnel to ensure p
rogramming was written and developed to effect required Federal Acquisition Regu
lations
Accomplishment: Engaged with DSCC's Policy Team to explain the process of issui
ng corporate contracts and how an incorrect process may impact slow payment to t
he contractor. Improper processing of corporate contracts had previously caused
DCMA to expend unnecessary manpower in ensuring timely payment to the contracto
r.
Defense Contract Management Agency, Springfield, VA.
Procurement Analyst for the DCMA Liaison Office to DFAS
* Promoted the adjustment of contracts to reflect negotiated business terms, con
ditions, and pricing requirements.
* Reviewed invoices for contract compliance
* Interpreted Federal Acquisition Regulations and provided training and technica
l assistance relative to such regulations.
* Assisted DFAS and other members of the DCMA Liaison Office at DFAS in better u
nderstanding the terms and conditions of various contract types as related to pa
yment.
* Trained DCMA's personnel as to how to avoid delay in payment to Defense Contra
ctors.
* Participated in seminars with Army, Navy and Air Force addressing problems enc
ountered in getting contractors paid and contributions that can be made by each
to assist with resolutions.
Accomplishment: Assisted DFAS in better understanding the contracting process t
hus prepared them to effectively resolve payment issues. A monetary amount canno
t be identified for success in this area; however, a monetary award was received
from DFAS for my efforts.
Defense Contract Management Command, Cleveland, Ohio,
Termination Contracting Officer
* Negotiated a variety of proposals that were submitted due to contract terminat
ion for the convenience of the Government.
* Served as team leader for specialists, such as contract administrators, price
analysts, auditors, quality representatives, engineers and legal advisers.
* Prepared contract amendments
* Evaluated contractors' business systems for settling terminated subcontracts.
* Issued unilateral determinations when an agreement could not be reached.
* Analyzed the contract and related documents, such as, unsettled engineering an
d/or value engineering change proposals and payment provisions to determine appr
oach in negotiating a settlement.
* Assisted and served as the facilitator in responding to senior managers relati
ve to policies and procedures in the administration
* Interpreted the Federal Acquisition Regulations and other Procurement Regulati
ons to accomplish the negotiation mission. Specialists on my team were taught
all contracting processes.
Accomplishment: Negotiated a settlement for a major weapon program that resulte
d in government savings of more than $12.5 million dollars.
Defense Contract Management Command, Cleveland, Ohio
Administrative Contracting Officer
* Managed material, and service, cost and firm fixed priced type contracts, as w
ell as service agreements.
* Served as team leader responsible for the administration of Defense Contracts
awarded to small and large businesses.
* Negotiated and accomplished resolution of cost accounting non-compliance, over
head and forward pricing rates, changes to existing contracts, and claims filed
resulting from disputes.
* Analyzed cost proposals for new and existing procurements.
* Provided training and technical assistance to team members.
Accomplishments: Trained the specialists that resulted in effective
performance by each. Group and individual awards were my team's rewards.
Defense Contract Management Command, Cleveland, Ohio
Small Business Specialist
* Engaged with large business contractors in establishing small business subcont
racting goals.
* Consultant for small and minority businesses, as well as, labor surplus area c
ontractors.
* Conducted Purchasing System Reviews of large business contractors
* Interfaced with state and local government officials to improve the industrial
base of the Greater Cleveland Area.
* Planned and conducted briefings on Government Contracting.
* Planned and conducted Congressional Small Business Seminars
Accomplishment: Conducted several seminars and briefings relative to how to do
business with the Government. I received an outstanding Achievement award for m
y efforts.
Defense Contract Management Command, Cleveland, Ohio
Contract Specialist and Administrator
* Administered contracts up to the point of signature for changes to the contrac
ts
* Prepared price negotiation memorandums and presented to the Agency's Board of
Review.
* Conducted reviews of contract administration offices in the three states surro
unding Ohio to ensure compliance with governing procurement rules and regulation
s.
* Conducted seminars, and served as a major presenter relative to contract speci
al financial and business processes.
Accomplishment: Performance in this position resulted in promotions early in my
career that usually required several years to achieve.

Education
MS Degree- Urban Studies with Public Administration Concentration
Cleveland State University, Cleveland, Ohio
BA Degree- History and Sociology
University of Arkansas
Pine Bluff, Arkansas
Continuing Education: Participated in the Defense Logistics Agency, Executive De
velopment Program. This program provided for training in management and supervi
sion.
Other Course Work: Appropriation Law, Executive Contracting Seminar, Management
of Contracting Supervisors, Contract Law, Cost Accounting Standards, Cost and Pr
icing Procedures, Contract Administration, Contract Negotiations, Advance Contra
ct Administration, Acquisition Procedures, Small Purchase Procedures, Debarment
Procedures, Introduction to Contract Pricing, Business Evaluation, Funding Appro
priations and attended seminars in Advance Business Management. Most of the co
urse work listed required refresher training.

Affiliations
Member of the Acquisition Corp
Level III Certification in Contracting
Membership: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority- Held many leadership positions.
Contract Management Association- Held leadership position
Previously involved in community and church activities where leadership position
s were held.
Awards
Performance Awards received in every position held. Additionally, special leade
rship awards received, as well as on the spot awards. Copies of many awards rece
ived are available upon request.