Naseer Sardari
Falls Church
Summary
Detail-oriented Contract Closeout Specialist with comprehensive knowledge of FAR and DFARS compliance. Demonstrated success in supporting contract administration and procurement teams by improving closeout processes and ensuring regulatory adherence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
CONTRACT CLOSEOUT SPECIALIST
JOINT STRATEGIC TECHNOLOGY
Washington D.C
07.2025 - Current
- Analyzing contract closeout metrics and canceling funds reports to identify areas to improve reporting and performance across the Command.
- Assisting the government contracts staff with canceling funds, contract closeout, and records retention.
- Reducing the customer's list of ULO's (Unliquidated Obligations) and expediting the closeout process.
- Knowledge of the FAR and DFARS, contract closeout processes, Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE), the Electronic Data Access (EDA) module, and data analytics, and ePS to support the Navy Mission.
CONTRACT SPECIALIST
UNITED STATE AGENCY INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (USAID)
Washington D.C
02.2021 - 06.2025
- Performing the full range of contract administration actions which require extensive written communication; included issuance of contract modifications, negotiation of change and exercise of options, contractor performance or delays, and disposition of claims. In addition, it provides contract administration following contract terms and conditions, company policies, legal requirements, and customer specifications. Manages the Economic Policy portfolio within the Agency Secure Image and Storage Tracking System (ASIST).
- Evaluating contractor procurement cost estimating and accounting systems to determine adequacy to perform contract negotiations based on requirements, pricing, and organizational objectives to ensure proper contract acquisition and fulfillment. In addition, conduct negotiations with contractors and customers by using technical and interpersonal skills to resolve specifics affecting contract award and administration.
- Conduct pre-and post-award debriefings for all unsuccessful offers to ensure appropriate disclosure of information. Develops effective procurement proposals, briefing papers, summaries, and resolutions for the executive management.
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
CHEMONICS INTERNATIONAL
Arlington
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Created purchase orders (POs) and coordinated with suppliers, Quality Assurance team, and Deliver/Return team to ensure proper shipment of orders.
- Liaise with Quality Assurance team and Lab Specialist team to ensure that requested health products meet appropriate quality standards and are in line with the USAID guidelines.
- Liaise with Delivery/Return (Freight Team) to ensure all proper waivers and documentation are prepared to pick up and ship goods to the destination.
PROCUREMENT ADMINISTRATOR
INTERNATIONAL REPUBLICAN INSTITUTE
Washington D.C
09.2016 - 04.2019
- Reviewed subaward and contract scopes of work, solicitations, and proposals, assessing risks associated with subawards to ensure compliance and mitigate potential issues.
- Advised practice leadership on contractual and procurement matters, including regulatory compliance requirements and risk mitigation strategies, facilitating informed decision-making.
- Managed and analyzed financial reports and invoices/payment processing for all grants within a portfolio, overseeing budgets and expenditures to ensure compliance with funder regulations and achievement of grant objectives.
CONTRACT SPECIALIST
U. S EMBASSY / USAID
Afghanistan
12.2012 - 03.2016
- Managed procurement processes, drafted and issued funding opportunities and solicitations, handled the evaluation process including cost and price analysis, negotiation, and drafting recommendations forwarding multimillion Dollar ($5-$60 million) acquisition and assistance instruments including full and open and sole source awards.
- Analyzed proposals and applications to ensure compliance with all procurement integrity requirements, performed evaluation of price and cost proposals/applications, drafted memoranda of negotiations for Contracting/Agreement Officer's approval.
- Performed the award administration, processing award modifications for incremental funding, program expansions, and close-outs.
- Ensured all relevant and required clauses and standard provisions are incorporated into the award document, prepared the contract or award document for signature of the Contracting/Agreement Officer.
GRANTS OFFICER
INTERNEWS NETWORK
Afghanistan
01.2011 - 12.2012
- Managed USAID-funded projects, ensuring compliance with guidelines and optimizing resource allocation.
- Prepared solicitations for full and open competition and completed incremental, funded, and un-funded modifications to enhance project funding processes.
- Coordinated close-out procedures and followed up on A-133 audit recommendations; prepared monthly cash flows, projections, invoices, and provided training to sub-implementers on USAID's rules and regulations.
Education
Master's degree - business and economics
Atlantic International University
U.S.A01-2014
Bachelor's degree - business administration
Kardan University
Afghanistan01-2010
Diploma - Business Administration
Kardan Institute
Afghanistan01-2006
Skills
- Closeout processes
- Closeout documentation
- Contract administration
- Contract management
- DFARS compliance
- Data analytics
- Procurement integration
Specialized Training
- CON 1200: Contract Pre-award, 02/26/24, 03/06/24, Washington, D.C.
- CON 1100: Contract Foundation Skills, 11/29/23, 12/08/23, Washington, D.C.
- CON 120: Mission Focused Contracting, 01/20/13, 01/31/13
- CON 215: Intermediate Contracting for Mission Support, 05/01/13, 05/12/13
- CON 217: Cost Analysis and Negotiation Techniques, 07/28/13, 08/01/13
Personal Information
Citizenship: U.S.
Timeline
CONTRACT CLOSEOUT SPECIALIST
JOINT STRATEGIC TECHNOLOGY
07.2025 - Current
CONTRACT SPECIALIST
UNITED STATE AGENCY INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT (USAID)
02.2021 - 06.2025
PROCUREMENT SPECIALIST
CHEMONICS INTERNATIONAL
05.2019 - 03.2020
PROCUREMENT ADMINISTRATOR
INTERNATIONAL REPUBLICAN INSTITUTE
09.2016 - 04.2019
CONTRACT SPECIALIST
U. S EMBASSY / USAID
12.2012 - 03.2016
GRANTS OFFICER
INTERNEWS NETWORK
01.2011 - 12.2012
Master's degree - business and economics
Atlantic International University
Bachelor's degree - business administration
Kardan University
Diploma - Business Administration
Kardan Institute