Acquisition Specialist III /Contract Specialist (15.36)

OCT Consulting LLC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 110,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401K retirement plan with employer contributions

Paid Time Off and Government Holidays

Life Insurance and Disability benefits

Training Benefits

Job summary

A federal consulting firm is seeking an Acquisition Specialist III in Washington, DC. This role involves providing full lifecycle acquisition support, preparing procurement packages, and managing post-award actions. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree and at least five years of federal contracting experience. The ideal applicant is proficient in PRISM and familiar with Federal Acquisition Regulations. The salary range is $110,000 to $135,000 annually, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• At least five (5) years of experience in federal contracting positions.
• Must be eligible for a Public Trust background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive acquisition support across all phases.
• Assist with acquisition planning and market research.
• Prepare procurement packages like Statements of Work.

Skills

Proficiency in PRISM

Understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations

Analytical skills

Experience with cost/price analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in business, management, contracting, or law

Tools

FPDS-NG

SAM.gov

Job description

Acquisition Specialist III /Contract Specialist (15.36)

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Base pay range

$110,000.00/yr - $135,000.00/yr

Acquisition Specialist III /Contract Specialist

OCT Consulting is a business management and technology consulting firm that supports Federal Government clients. We provide consulting services in the areas of Strategy, Process Improvement, Change Management, Program and Project Management, Acquisition/Procurement, and Information Technology.

Responsibilities And Duties

OCT currently has an opening for an Acquisition Specialist III / Contract Specialist to work with our federal client in Washington, DC. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Providing comprehensive "cradle-to-grave" acquisition support across all phases: pre-award, solicitation, evaluation, award, and post-award
• Assisting program offices with acquisition planning, including developing milestone schedules, market research, and Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs)
• Preparing procurement packages such as Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), and Justifications for Other than Full and Open Competition (JOFOCs)
• Using the PRISM contract writing system to prepare solicitations (RFPs/RFQs/IFBs) and award documents for Contracting Officer release
• Experience with, at minimum, FAR 8, 12, 13, 15, and 16 contracting methods, to include Blanket Purchase Agreements and Indefinite Delivery vehicles
• Experience with federal-wide or multi-agency contract vehicles, including Federal Supply Schedules and/or DHS Strategic Sourcing Vehicles (e.g., GSA MAS, OASIS+, and other DHS enterprise contract solutions).
• Supporting Technical Evaluation Boards by documenting findings, performing cost/price analysis, and drafting source selection decision memoranda
• Managing post-award actions, including Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) designation letters, contract modifications, and full contract closeout per FAR 4.804

Requirements

• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Education: Bachelor's Degree required. A degree in business, management, contracting, or law is preferred
• Experience: At least five (5) years of documented experience in federal contracting positions
• In lieu of a degree: 12 years of experience in federal government contracting and at least 24 hours of accredited college business credits
• Certifications: FAC-C or DAWIA Level III or private sector equivalent certifications are highly preferred
• Clearance Requirements: Must be eligible for a Public Trust background investigation involving a credit, fingerprint, and law enforcement agency check
• Location: 100% On-site in Washington, DC

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in PRISM, FPDS-NG, and SAM.gov
• Ability to interpret and apply procurement and transparency regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulations, Freedom of Information Act, Privacy Act, and/or other similar agency-specific procurement and transparency regulations
• Knowledge of analytical and qualitative techniques to identify, evaluate, and propose the use of appropriate strategies and solutions to resolve complex or interrelated FOIA problems and issues
• Experience reviewing contract files and government acquisition package documentation
• Experience managing procurement-sensitive, law enforcement-sensitive, and other secure information preferred

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Retirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry-leading provider with 3% employer contributions of the employee's gross salary
• Paid Time Off and Standard Government Holidays
• Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits
• Training Benefits

Salary Range: $110,000- $135,000 yearly, commensurate with experience, education, etc.

About OCT Consulting

OCT Consulting LLC is a Small Business (SB) providing professional services and information technology solutions to the Federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring the agility of operations and a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major Federal government agencies.

At OCT we believe in creating a work environment where employees can thrive based on their abilities, skills, and achievements. We are dedicated to providing career growth and professional development based on individual merit and fostering a workplace where everyone's contributions are valued and recognized.