Contract Specialist/ Acquisition Specialist III (15.36)

Acquisition Specialist III /Contract Specialist

OCT Consulting is a business management and technology consulting firm that supports 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 an opening for an Acquisition Specialist III / Contract Specialist to work with our federal client in Washington, DC. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Providing comprehensive "cradle-to-grave" acquisition support across all phases: pre-award, solicitation, evaluation, award, and post-award.
• Assisting program offices with acquisition planning, including developing milestone schedules, market research, and Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs).
• Preparing procurement packages such as Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), and Justifications for Other than Full and Open Competition (JOFOCs).
• Using the PRISM contract writing system to prepare solicitations (RFPs/RFQs/IFBs) and award documents for Contracting Officer release.
• Experience with, at minimum, FAR 8, 12, 13, 15, and 16 contracting methods, to include Blanket Purchase Agreements and Indefinite Delivery vehicles.
• Experience with federal-wide or multi-agency contract vehicles, including Federal Supply Schedules and/or DHS Strategic Sourcing Vehicles (e.g., GSA MAS, OASIS+, and other DHS enterprise contract solutions).
• Supporting Technical Evaluation Boards by documenting findings, performing cost/price analysis, and drafting source selection decision memoranda.
• Managing post-award actions, including Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) designation letters, contract modifications, and full contract closeout per FAR 4.804

Requirements:
• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree required. A degree in business, management, contracting, or law is preferred.
• Experience: At least five (5) years of documented experience in federal contracting positions.
• In lieu of a degree: 12 years of experience in federal government contracting and at least 24 hours of accredited college business credits.

• Certifications: FAC-C or DAWIA Level III or private sector equivalent certifications are highly preferred.
• Technical Skills
• Proficiency in PRISM, FPDS-NG, and SAM.gov.
• Ability to interpret and apply procurement and transparency regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulations, Freedom of Information Act, Privacy Act, and/or other similar agency-specific procurement and transparency regulations.
• Knowledge of analytical and qualitative techniques to identify, evaluate, and propose the use of appropriate strategies and solutions to resolve complex or interrelated FOIA problems and issues.
• Experience reviewing contract files and government acquisition package documentation.
• Experience managing procurement-sensitive, law enforcement-sensitive, and other secure information preferred.

• Clearance Requirements: Must be eligible for a Public Trust background investigation involving a credit, fingerprint, and law enforcement agency check.
• Location: 100% On-site in Washington, DC.

Benefits:
OCT offers competitive compensation packages and a full suite of benefits, which include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Retirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry-leading provider with 3% employer contributions of the employee’s gross salary.
• Paid Time Off and Standard Government Holidays
• Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits
• Training Benefits

Salary Range: $110,000- $135,000 yearly, commensurate with experience, education, etc.

About OCT Consulting

OCT Consulting LLC is a Small Business (SB) providing professional services and information technology solutions to the Federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring the agility of operations and a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major Federal government agencies.

At OCT we believe in creating a work environment where employees can thrive based on their abilities, skills, and achievements. We are dedicated to providing career growth and professional development based on individual merit and fostering a workplace where everyone’s contributions are valued and recognized.