Junior Acquisition Support Specialist

Ladgov Corporation; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ladgov Corporation is seeking an Acquisition Support Specialist to provide professional acquisition, contract management, and administrative support to the MARAD Office of Acquisition in Norfolk, Virginia. The role includes assisting with acquisition planning, document preparation, price analysis, and compliance with federal acquisition policies. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of federal contracting experience and be familiar with FAR regulations. Strong writing and Excel skills are essential for this position.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Federal contracting experience.
• FAC-C (Professional) / DAWIA III required.
• Solid knowledge of FAR and contracting methods.
• Strong writing, organization, and Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with acquisition planning, market research, and requirements documentation.
• Support drafting of SOWs, PWSs, IGCEs, and solicitations.
• Perform price analysis and Excel-based data review.
• Support source selection documentation and evaluation preparation.
• Assist with contract modifications and closeout activities.
• Maintain data in PRISM, FPDS-NG, and SharePoint.

Skills

Federal contracting experience

FAC-C (Professional)

DAWIA III

Knowledge of FAR

Strong writing skills

Organization skills

Excel skills

Job description

The Acquisition Support Specialist provides professional acquisition, contract management, and administrative support to the MARAD Office of Acquisition. The role includes assisting with pre-award planning, solicitation preparation, source selection, contract administration, and closeout activities in compliance with FAR, TAR, and agency policies.

Key Duties:

Assist with acquisition planning, market research, and requirements documentation.

Support drafting of SOWs, PWSs, IGCEs, solicitations, and contract files.

Perform price analysis and Excel-based data review (Pivot Tables, lookup formulas).

Support source selection documentation and evaluation preparation.

Assist with contract modifications, COR letters, award documents, and closeout.

Maintain data in PRISM, FPDS-NG, and SharePoint; prepare routine reports.

Support compliance with acquisition policy and regulatory updates.

Requirements:

5+ years Federal contracting experience.

FAC-C (Professional) / DAWIA III required.

Solid knowledge of FAR and contracting methods.

Strong writing, organization, and Excel skills.