Job description

Job Summary:

The Acquisition Specialist performs a full range of complex pre- and post-award contracting functions including, but not limited to, acquisition strategy development, acquisition planning, procurement package input and validation, solicitation, negotiation, administration, and closeout/termination

Responsibilities:

• All work described for the Acquisition Specialist I LCAT.
• Select the most appropriate pricing arrangements(s) to solicit.
• Prepare unpriced orders and contracts using a simplified acquisition procedure.
• Determine whether a written source selection plan is necessary, and if so, properly document the source selection planning.
• Plan and conduct effective oral solicitations/proposals.
• Conduct pre-quote, pre-bid, or pre-proposal conferences when appropriate and maintain an accurate record of the meeting.
• Use audit findings to support cost analysis, price analysis, or cost reasonableness analysis and to develop negotiation objectives.
• Prepare a negotiation strategy and plan permitting negotiators to maximize the Government’s ability to obtain best value.
• Determine and document the responsibility or capability of a firm to effectively perform the terms and conditions of the contract.
• Conduct pre-award and post award debriefings to provide feedback to unsuccessful offerers.
• Plan for the review, evaluation, and judgment of a contractor’s performance; clearly define the COR roles and responsibilities.
• Conduct post-award orientation meetings to review contract milestones and responsibilities.
• Make appropriate decisions to allow or disallow contract costs.
• Adjust the price or fee in accordance with the terms of the contract.
• Determine if cost or pricing data were defective and apply appropriate remedies.
• Analyze a claim and determine its validity; negotiate a resolution if necessary; prepare a decision. •Additional duties may be assigned.

Education/Certifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college.
• Six (6) years of federal contracting experience covering the work listed for this LCAT.

Desired Qualifications:

• AC-C Level II or DAWIA Level II certification Excellent communication skills with proven capability to provide oral and written presentations.
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability to work under time pressure and rapidly for long periods to meet deadlines.
• Reading, writing and comprehension proficiency. Problem solving skills. Must be a United States Citizen

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Microsoft Office: 7 years (Preferred)
• federal contracting,covering the work listed for this LCAT: 7 years (Preferred)
• Acquisition: 7 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• AC-C Level II or DAWIA Level II certification (Preferred)

Security clearance:

• Top Secret (Required)

Work Location: Remote

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