0020-Contract Specialist (Mid-Level)

OCT Consulting is an SBA-certified, 8(a) small business management and technology consulting firm that provides support to 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

We currently have openings for Mid-Level Acquisition Professionals with at least four (4) years of Contract Specialist (or) Contracting and Procurement (1102) experience. We are looking for experts in procuring and managing government acquisitions of all vehicle types that include but are not limited to fixed price, time and materials, cost/cost-plus, and interagency agreements. Experience supporting an acquisition office in the Contract and Procurement Series, 1102 is preferred. The experience can be either as a federal government employee or as a contractor supporting a Federal or combination of both. Specific responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Serve as a Strategic Business Advisor in all facets of the acquisition life cycle.
• Conduct reviews of requisitions and supporting documentation (e.g., integrated test plans, justifications, etc.) within predetermined categories based on dollar value, method of acquisition, and other factors.

• Reviews include appropriate contract type, pricing provisions, selection of source, acquisition method, determinations and findings (D&Fs), documentation, clarity of specifications and work statements, propriety of cited funds.
• Locate errors and return to Requisitioner for correction.
• Assist in the development of requirements documentation
  • Provide advice, recommendations, and document support in all areas of the acquisition requirements phase.
  • Assist in the development and preparations of pre-award Specifications, Statements of Work (SOWs), Statements of Objective (SOOs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs) for performance-based acquisitions (PBA) and other requirements documents.
  • This effort includes assisting the government in researching and drafting specifications and standards, developing performance measures, providing consultation and recommendations, and coordinating requirements documents.
• Assist in developing Acquisition Strategy
  • Provide advice and recommendations for all elements in acquisition plan, including approaches, options, strategies, risks, contracting methods, competition, sources, cost, milestone schedule, etc.
  • Research existing Government-wide contracts for available products and services. Evaluate different approaches and sources.
  • Research available suppliers and compare the services and costs of obtaining support from different providers.
• Assist in preparing ICGEs, which may include research and analysis of past purchases of similar products or services, current market value of product or services, and other agency purchases of similar products and services.
• Assist in the development of Market Research
  • Identify contract and purchasing vehicles/solutions and potential sources, especially socio-economic program participants (e., Woman-Owned Small Businesses, Small-Disadvantaged Businesses, Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, and Historically-Underutilized Business {HUB} Zone Small Businesses).
  • Conduct market surveys and prepare written documentation of market research. Prepare electronic posting announcements as required for SAM, National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Solution for Enterprise-Wide Procurement (SEWP), eBuy, Unison and others.

Requirements

Qualifications

• At least four (4) years of full-spectrum federal contract experience
• Bachelor's Degree minimum, Masters is preferred
• Acquisition certification is highly preferred (i.e., FAC-C, DAWIA certification, Industry Certification (ICCM-D, ICCM-F), NCMA certifications will also be considered)
• Must have knowledge of contract support that includes:
  • Market Research/Pre-solicitation activities
  • Solicitation Phase activities
  • Post Award Contract Administration Phase activities
  • Closeout Phase activities
• Must be able to obtain or retain a Public Trust clearance.
  • The investigation will involve a credit, fingerprint, and law enforcement agency check
• Must be a US Citizen

Benefits

Benefits

The position includes competitive compensation and a full suite of benefits:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Retirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry leading provider with 3% employer contributions.
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits
• Training Benefits
• Salary: $75,000 to $86,000 based on experience, education, etc.

About OCT Consulting LLC

OCT Consulting LLC is a certified SBA 8(a), minority owned, small, disadvantaged business providing professional services and Information technology solutions to the federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring the advantage of agility in operations along with a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major federal government agencies.

OCT is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. OCT is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.