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OCT Consulting, LLC Contract Specialist (0029) in Washington, District Of Columbia
Contract Specialist (0029)
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
OCT currently has openings for Acquisition Professionals with a minimum 10 years of full-spectrum 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, interagency agreements, IDIQ, and BPA. 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.
Requirements
Qualifications and Skills
Qualifications
Ten (10) years MINIMUM of full-spectrum federal contract specialist experience
Bachelor's Degree is mandatory
Acquisition certification is highly desired (i.e., FAC-C, DAWIA certification, NCMA certifications will also be considered)
Must have knowledge of the entire acquisitions management lifecycle to include:
Acquisition Planning
Perform Market Research/Pre-solicitation activities (Draft RFI, RFP, Sources Sought, etc.)
Prepare procurement packages
Provide recommendations on the best type of contract to use and acquisition methods
Prepare and assist with Determinations and Findings
Solicitation Phase activities
Prepare solicitation documents
Post solicitations as needed
Receive quotes, proposals, offers/bids
Evaluation of submissions
Award activities
Post Award Contract Administration Phase activities
Preparation of COR appointment memo
Support post-award conferences and meetings
Closeout Phase activities
Knowledge of contract writing systems such as PRISM
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 matching contributions.
Paid Time Off
Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits
Training Benefits
Salary: $105,000-115,000 annually dependent on level of experience, education, etc.
About OCT
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.