Senior Federal Acquisition Specialist – NIH/HHS (Bethesda)

Three Saints Bay, LLC; Chevy Chase (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Old Harbor Solutions, a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, is seeking a Senior NIH Acquisition Specialist to join our Bethesda, MD team. The role focuses on federal acquisition, NIH/OALM support, and end-to-end lifecycle management.

Responsibilities include interpreting FAR/HHSAR, drafting SOW/PWS, evaluating proposals, and coordinating with COs, CORs, and program offices. U.S. citizenship and a related degree with experience are required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in federal acquisition and program support.
• Experience with NIH Office of Acquisition and Logistics Management, NIH Institutes, Centers, or Offices.
• FAC-C (Professional) or equivalent acquisition certification preferred.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills; able to anticipate issues and provide solutions.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply FAR/HHSAR regulations and policies.
• Develop procurement request packages and support end-to-end lifecycle activities.
• Monitor procurement performance using metrics and recommend improvements.
• Provide pre-award and post-award acquisition support for services, supplies, and IT requirements.
• Prepare and review SOW, PWS, IGCEs, source selection plans, and business cases.
• Support source selection activities and maintain procurement records.
• Provide contract administration support including invoice review and closeout activities.

Skills

Federal Acquisition

NIH Experience

HHS Acquisition

Contract Administration

Source Selection

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

15+ years federal acquisition experience

Tools

PRISM

NBS

IPPS

MERLIN

FPDS-NG

SAM.gov

Job description

Old Harbor Solutions, a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, is seeking a Senior NIH Acquisition Specialist to join our Bethesda, MD team. The role focuses on federal acquisition, NIH/OALM support, and end-to-end lifecycle management.

Responsibilities include interpreting FAR/HHSAR, drafting SOW/PWS, evaluating proposals, and coordinating with COs, CORs, and program offices. U.S. citizenship and a related degree with experience are required.