Thomas E.

Ringwood
Chantilly, VA 20152
Home: (703) 327-3526; Cell: (571) 233-9703 tomringwood@verizon.net

GOVERNMENT & COMMERCIAL CONTRACTING/PROCUREMENT

Top performing procurement manager with a Master of Science in Accounting, a Bachelor of Science in Business
Administration, and over 20 years of experience in government and commercial contract procurement. Proven to be
highly successful at developing contracts, negotiating prices, strategic planning, reviewing proposals, RFPs and
contract/subcontract management. Proficient in negotiating with civilian and federal government agencies, state and
local governments, educational institutions as well as commercial firms. Strong knowledge of all key contract types
including FFP, LOE, CPAF, CPFF, LH, and T&M. Proven visionary in taking out-of-the box approaches to solving difficult
problems. Member of the Board of Directors at NCMA Tysons for over 12 years.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE
CPSR Preparation Contract Negotiations Project Management Proposal Review Subcontract MGMT International
Contracts & Negotiations Commercial & Government Subcontracting RFP Review Statements of Work Pricing
Negotiations UCC/FAR/DFARS/CAS Executive & Customer Presentations Seminar & Conference Speaker
Financial Reporting & Budget Development Inter-Departmental Educational Development

PROFESSIONAL E XPERIENCE
STG, Inc.
August 2016 - Present
Contract Management Consultant (Temporary assignment through Capital Search Consultants)
Provide solicitation support to include review of terms and conditions, risk analysis, teaming flow-down requirements,
and development of solicitation compliance matrix. Support administration of various contract types to include CPFF,
AF, T&M and FFP. Assist with change order proposals, request for equitable adjustments, modification reviews, 75%
expenditure notifications. Apprise management of potential contractual business risks and provide guidance and
interpretation of contract terms and conditions. Review and negotiate subcontracts, NDAs, teaming agreements and
other contractual instruments.
CENSEO CONSULTING GROUP
March, 2016 July, 2016
Director of Contracts Consultant (Temporary assignment through SPARKS Staffing Agency)
Provide oversight over the firms contracting and related compliance activities from proposal strategy development to
contract closeout. This position is responsible for creating reviewing and approving all contractual documents,
including, but not limited to Non-Disclosure Agreements, Memorandums of Understanding, and Teaming Agreements.
Reviewing proposals for compliance-related issues and approving all contracts and legal agreements. Responsible for
creating and/or reviewing all subcontracts and purchase orders and collaborating with directors and business
development team to identify contractual avenues for work. Act as Subject Matter Expert (SME) supporting all
procurement-related contracts.
PATIENT-CENTERED OUTCOMES RESEARCH INSTITUTE (PCORI)
October, 2013 March, 2016
Procurement Manager (Commercial Agreements)
Provide expertise and support to the Director in formulating a strategic vision. Manage full lifecycle procurement from
RFP to contract execution. Facilitate project management with contract expertise to develop successful contracts and
negotiations. Serve as senior advisor to Director of Procurement in providing expert training and guidance to ensure
PCORI's procurement laws, regulations, and policies are being enforced. Plan, manage, and execute pre-award and postaward acquisition activities and strategies. Conduct contract negotiations in support of high-risk, complex, and
potentially long-term agreements, and collaborate on legal issues to appropriate legal staff. Manage the creation,
implementation and tracking of RFI(s)/RFQ(s)/RFP(s). Perform proposal evaluations and award recommendations.
Review contractual documents for accuracy, performance risk, and conformance with contract terms and conditions.
Administer agreements after award, and resolve contractual issues relating to changes, amendments, claims, or
terminations. Preside over the execution of offer and contractor risk and compliance analysis, including the collection
and review of financial statements, indirect cost support documentation, and D&B reports. Analyze business integrity
and ethics. Perform suspension and debarment checks, and review A-133 audit reports. Conduct price and cost analysis
to determine price reasonableness, and prepared recommendations for award. Develop internal templates to support

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the procurement life cycle that assist with the internal operations. Coordinate with project managers and officers in
providing guidance and oversight in the processing and execution of procurements.
CAASUS, LLC
May, 2013 October, 2013
Procurement/Contract Management Consultant
Performed research and analysis to determine the best value procurements that would serve the best interests of the
company. Applied analytic skills in performing cost and price analysis designed to increase company profitability.
Conducted research to determine new and innovative acquisition approaches and programs designed to benefit the
company.
PACIFIC ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS (PAE)
October, 2010 May, 2013
Contracts Manager
Government, Commercial & International Agreements
Provided strategic leadership in contract and procurement management. Managed government and commercial RFP(s)
involving projects. Applied contract expertise in negotiating subcontracts, non-disclosure, and teaming agreements.
Developed contract management processes and procedures. Directed new proposal efforts, and prime contractual
issues. Provided direction and expertise to the Acquisition team on sourcing strategies and procurement initiatives that
would increase profitability. Ensured contract compliance and administration. Advised management on contractual
rights, risks, and obligations. Conducted contract negotiations and administration to ensure contract acquisition and
fulfillment were in accordance with company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications.
ACCENTURE, LLC
July, 2003 September, 2010
Contracts Manager (Government & Commercial Agreements)
Reviewed prime contracts and task orders, amendments and subcontracts to ensure they were in contractual
compliance, provided protection of Accenture knowledge capital, and were in line with risk standards. Provided
expertise to business units and project teams regarding company policy. Provided assistance with new business
opportunities and developed corporate mandated processes to guarantee the effective management of contractual
relationships. Managed new business RFP(s) in the Public Safety Portfolio while managing six Department of Justice
Agreements. Managed contract administrators responsible for six Intel government contracts within the Health and
Public Service DOD group. Drafted subcontractor RFP(s), and negotiated NDA(s), subcontracts, and modifications to
prime contracts. Managed two complex commercial IT consulting/outsourcing Master Service Provider Agreements
within Accentures Financial Services Operating Unit.
PARSONS BRINCKERHOFF, INC.
August, 2002 June, 2003
Manager of Contracts & Administration
Government & Commercial
Negotiated price, terms and conditions for commercial and government contracts and subcontracts including IDIQ, FFP,
T&M, LOE, CPFF, GSA Schedule, CPAF agreements, teaming and non-disclosure agreements. Provided proposal support
in response to government and commercial RFP(s).
UNISYS CORPORATION
October, 2000 July, 2002
Senior Contract Manager
Government & Commercial
Negotiated the price, terms and conditions for commercial and government contracts and subcontracts. Provided
proposal support in response to government and commercial RFP(s).
CONSULTING
December, 1995 September, 2000
Government & Commercial
Provided extensive expertise in all phases of contracting, including commercial and government contracts. Performed
subcontract management, new business development, bid and proposal preparation, pricing, financial reporting, budget
development, and CPSR preparation.
SAIC
September 1997 - September 2000
Sr. Contract & Acquisition Administrator
Negotiated price, terms and conditions for commercial and government contracts and subcontracts including IDIQ, FFP,
T&M, LOE, CPFF, GSA Schedule, CPAF type agreements, associated teaming and non-disclosure agreements.

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Sprint
August 1997 September 1997
Sr. Subcontract Administrator
Issued various competitive RFP(s) and administered subcontracts in support of telecommunications related
government and commercial clientele.
United States Postal Service
April 1996 - July 1996
Conducted cost and price analysis of systems integration and computer automation proposals to determine "Best
Value" and "Price Reasonableness".
Electronic Data Systems
December 1995 - March 1996
Provided general expertise in CPSR compliance for upcoming audit in addition to formulating and negotiating 15 large
subcontracts within a two-month timeframe.

PROFESSIONAL EDUCATION
Master of Science, Accounting, Strayer University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, George Mason University

CERTIFICATION
Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) and NCMA Fellow
President of the Board of Directors for NCMA Tysons (2009-2010)
VP-Training Board of Directors for NCMA Tysons (2010-2012)
VP-Education/Certification/Seminars for NCMA Tysons (20122013)
Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) awarded from the Institute of Supply Management (ISM)
Expert (CCME) awarded by the International Association
for Contract & Commercial Management (IACCM)