Donald Sumner
Contracting Specialist
The Southwestern Division (SWD) Regional Chief of Contracting, Mr. David Curry, recognizes Mr. Donald Sumner as Hero of the Month for exceptional dedication and outstanding contributions to the Interagency and Internal Services Contracting Division.
Mr. Sumner’s expertise in design-build (DB) construction, clause selection, and PD2 solicitation procedures, made a significant impact during the “San Antonio DB Request for Proposal Wizard Workshop,” wherein he helped non-contracting professionals from SWD, ERDC, and CEHQ develop software to streamline the clause selection process, exemplifying his commitment to improving efficiencies across the Division.
Mr. Summer also provided invaluable contracting support for the Air Force's high-priority Over-the-Horizon-Backscatter Radar system project in Southeastern Oregon, ensuring its success through meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment. His versatility and willingness to go above and beyond were evident in his participation in multiple planning meetings in Boston, Massachusetts, where his expertise facilitated effective collaboration and decision-making.
Mr. Sumner’s contributions supporting critical initiatives were further demonstrated through his representation of contracting at a preproposal conference/site visit for the VA's top mission project, the El Paso Health Care Clinic.
Despite extensive travels, Mr. Sumner consistently displays exceptional leadership and contracting support, meeting numerous mission-critical requirement. His unwavering dedication to excellence has made a significant impact, with an estimated 16 executed actions totaling over $3 billion.
For his exceptional customer outreach efforts, program loyalty, and contracting leadership, Mr. Sumner is recognized as SWD’s Hero of the Month.