Procurement Officer

Client:
Virginia Birth-Related Neurological Injury Compensation Program

Pay rate: $60.00/hr. on W2 Without Benefits

Duration: 06+ Months

Timings:
Hybrid- 10 AM to 4 PM

Serve as acting Procurement Officer for the organization.

Virginia Procurement professional preferred. Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) certification or equivalent.

Lead and manage formal and informal procurement processes in accordance with the Virginia Public Procurement Act (VPPA). Two procurements to be completed:

• OCIO-Related Procurement

This process has already been initiated and requires structured oversight to ensure full compliance with state procurement protocols, documentation standards, and timeline management. We need someone who can step in immediately, assess current status, and drive the process forward with confidence and clarity.

VBIF is preparing to procure an enterprise risk management/customer relationship management system to strengthen operational infrastructure, case management integration, reporting capabilities, and long‑term scalability. This engagement will require development of solicitation documents, establishment of evaluation criteria and scoring methodology, facilitation of vendor evaluation, and support through negotiation and award.

• Ensure compliance with all Commonwealth procurement regulations, policies, and reporting requirements.
• Provide strategic guidance to executive leadership regarding procurement approach, risk mitigation, and compliance safeguards.
• Interpret procurement statutes and advise leadership on appropriate procurement methods.
• Draft and oversee:
  • Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
  • Invitations for Bids (IFBs)
  • Sole source and emergency procurement documentation (as applicable)
• Develop evaluation criteria and scoring methodologies.
• Coordinate evaluation committees and ensure proper documentation.
• Manage vendor communications, addenda, and negotiations.

• Review and structure contracts to ensure compliance and protect organizational interests.
• Ensure required approvals and documentation are secured prior to award.
• Maintain procurement files in accordance with audit standards.
• Support contract renewals, amendments, and modifications.
• Establish or reinforce procurement controls and documentation standards.
• Identify areas of procurement risk and recommend corrective measures.
• Ensure procurements are defensible, transparent, and audit‑ready.