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CSE Software Inc. · 4 months ago

Part-Time Government Contracts & Grants Specialist

CSE Software Inc., Peoria, IL, US

Full-time, Part-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$25/hr - $35/hr

CSE Software Inc. is a company that specializes in software development and help desk services, and they are seeking a part-time Government Contracts & Grants Specialist. This role involves sourcing, qualifying, and positioning government contract and grant opportunities, with a focus on the Illinois public sector.

HardwareInformation TechnologySoftware

No H1B

Responsibilities

Identify and track government grant and contract opportunities aligned with CSE’s services (software development, help desk)

Conduct City and State forecasting and opportunity research using the Illinois Buying Plan and other relevant portals

Identify and interpret RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs on procurement sites such as BidBuy and DPS/City of Chicago

Develop compelling narratives and responses for proposals, coordinating closely with the internal account manager on pricing and internal deliverables

Build and maintain strong relationships with state, local, and education government contacts, including prime and sub contractors, to uncover opportunities

Stay current on state and federal procurement portals, bid calendars, and key policy updates

Work collaboratively to align opportunities with CSE’s strategic capabilities

Qualification

Government contractsGrants managementProcurement processesBidding platformsIT experienceCommunication skillsRelationship building

Required

Demonstrated success securing government contracts or grants, especially within Illinois

Strong understanding of Government contract vehicles, procurement, bidding processes, and public sector funding channels

Familiarity with state and federal bidding platforms and terminology

Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Mature relationships with existing contractors and state procurement personnel

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with internal stakeholders

Experience with IT, software development, or professional services is required

Company

CSE Software Inc.

At CSE Software, we’ve been at the forefront of innovation for over 30 years, delivering strategic software solutions across every major tech evolution, from legacy systems to cloud-native applications.

Founded in 1990