Bob Baker Fleet Manager of the Year Awards
Call For Entries
GSA and the Federal Fleet Policy Council (FEDFLEET) have received nominations for the 2009 Bob Baker Fleet Manager of the Year Awards. These awards, named in honor of Mr. Bob Baker, a founding member of FEDFLEET, are designed to recognize and honor individuals who have demonstrated exceptional skills and abilities in the Federal motor vehicle fleet management profession.
Individuals selected for these awards will be honored at a ceremony during The National Federal Fleet Manager Workshop and Information Fair in Chicago, Illinois, July 28-30, 2009. Civilian winners will be presented with a $2500 cash award. Uniformed military members, while not eligible for cash awards, will receive other recognition.
The 2008 Bob Baker Fleet Manager of the Year awards fall into the following categories:
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Categories
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Definitions
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| Civilian Agencies |
| Small Fleet |
More than 50/Less than 500 Vehicles |
| Large Fleet |
500 Vehicles or More |
| Military Fleets |
| Small Fleet |
More than 50/Less than 500 Vehicles |
| Large Fleet |
500 Vehicles or More |
Nominations:
Each department or agency may nominate up to four individuals (the Secretary of Defense, representing also the Departments of the Air Force, Army, and Navy, may submit up to 16 candidates for these awards). Group nominations will not be accepted; however, you are encouraged to nominate individuals who led the group(s). Please note: Department or agency heads or an appropriate designee must sign all letters transmitting nominations to GSA.
Self Nominations:
The department or agency head or an appropriate designee must endorse all self-nomination transmittal letters.
Eligible nominees are:
Fleet personnel responsible, as their primary duty, for the performance for an agency-owned or leased fleet in excess of 50 vehicles for small fleets or 500 or more vehicles for large fleets; that have excelled in professional fleet management; demonstrated innovative methods towards meeting Federal fleet challenges; and achieved superior results in their responsible fleet performance. Contractors cannot participate.
Each nomination package must include the nomination form (below), a narrative describing the nominee's accomplishments and a brief biography of the nominee.
The Narrative:
The narrative should not exceed two pages and must include the name and telephone number of the nominee and the name and telephone number of the nominating official at the top of each page. Please provide a typed narrative that addresses each of the following criteria in the order listed below:
Nominees Responsibilities: (25 pts)
Your narrative should describe the nominee's duties as fleet manager. These duties may include, but are not limited to, asset management, fiduciary responsibility, risk management, and fleet analysis.
Additional Duties: (5 pts)
Your narrative should describe the additional duties that the nominee may have within his or her agency. Some examples may include property management, facilities manager, and safety.
Major Accomplishments: (25 pts)
Your narrative should best describe the major accomplishments that led to the candidates' nomination. Descriptions should include, dollars savings, agency impact, and best practices. (Examples, implementing an agency fleet management information system; creating vehicle allocation methodology; reducing budget costs; developing metrics and performance benchmarks)
Greening of the Government: (25 pts)
Today's fleet manager is constantly challenged by today's environmental climate. Meeting the demanding requirements of Executive Order, 13423 and the Energy Policy Act (EPAct) of 1992 and 2005 are challenging. Describe what the nominee has done in his or her agency to meet these goals to build a sustainable, green, eco friendly fleet.
Leadership: (15pts)
A successful fleet manager has many attributes vital to handling various roles. He or she must be able to energize, motivate, guide, influence, and work cooperatively within their own and other agencies to achieve goals. Your narrative should describe how the nominee's passion for their profession is leading the way. Include any professional certification(s) he or she has accomplished.
Awards: (5 pts)
Has the nominee been recognized for their extraordinary commitment or contributions to the fleet profession during the last year? Give a brief description of the nominee's recognition or awards.
The Biography
The biography of the nominee is required and should not exceed one page and may cover up to a 20-year period. It must include the present number of vehicles the nominee is responsible for and should present a series of accomplishments that demonstrate the nominee's commitment to the success of the Federal motor vehicle program. Also, it may include a description of the nominee's civic and charitable participation.
Questions
If you have any questions regarding these awards, please contact Jacquie C. Perry at (202) 501-3347 or email at Jacquie.Perry@gsa.gov.
Last Reviewed 4/1/2009