Senior DoD SOF Contracts Specialist

Applied Research Solutions; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Applied Research Solutions in Florida is seeking a Contracting Specialist to support SOF AT&L PEO-SW. The role involves handling pre-solicitation through post-award actions in PD2, with emphasis on compliance and effective contracting practices for DoD programs.

The position requires DoD contracting experience, DAWIA II, and a active Secret clearance. On-site work at MacDill AFB offers growth, leadership exposure, and collaboration with a diverse team.

Qualifications

• Citizenship: U.S. Citizen required.
• Clearance: Must possess and maintain a Secret clearance.
• DAWIA Practitioner Level II (or DAWIA Level II equivalency) in Contracting.
• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 10 years of DoD contracting experience, including 5 years in DoD acquisition contract execution.
• Knowledge of PD2, PIEE and/or other contract writing systems.
• Knowledge of price/cost analysis to determine price reasonableness and support negotiation positions.
• Knowledge of funding rules for multiple types of appropriations.
• Knowledge of contracting negotiation, administration, and termination principles.
• Knowledge of contract types (e.g., fixed-price, cost reimbursement) and required clauses.

Responsibilities

• Independently conducts research using acquisition resources (FAR, DFARS, SOFARS) to provide guidance and COAs.
• Prepares pre-solicitation documentation including D&F and Small Business coordination.
• Staffs pre-solicitation documentation for review and postings.
• Prepares solicitations and amendments in PD2 for PCO review and approvals.
• Conducts price and cost analysis; coordinates with DCAA/DCMA as needed.
• Reviews evaluation inputs and prepares negotiation positions for PCO review.
• Prepares contract awards/agreements and amendments in PD2 for PCO approval.
• Prepares post-award documentation for contract modifications and records.
• Performs contract administration functions retained by USSOCOM.
• Maintains auditable, repeatable, defensible contract files.
• Participates in IPTs and advises team members on acquisition issues.

Skills

DAWIA Practitioner II

PD2 / PIEE knowledge

FAR/DFARS knowledge

DoD contracting experience

Negotiation skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Master’s degree in Business or Acquisition

DAWIA Advanced (FAC-C) Level III preferred

Tools

PD2 / contract writing systems

CON-IT / ECWMS

Price/cost analysis tools

Job description

Applied Research Solutions in Florida is seeking a Contracting Specialist to support SOF AT&L PEO-SW. The role involves handling pre-solicitation through post-award actions in PD2, with emphasis on compliance and effective contracting practices for DoD programs.

The position requires DoD contracting experience, DAWIA II, and a active Secret clearance. On-site work at MacDill AFB offers growth, leadership exposure, and collaboration with a diverse team.