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LMI · 6 hours ago

Senior Acquisition Specialist - CBP (Clearance Required)

Washington, DC

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$95K/yr - $167K/yr

10+ years exp

LMI is a digital solutions provider committed to enhancing government impact through innovation. They are seeking a Senior Acquisition Specialist to support CBP programs, acting as the Government's advisor for contracting activities and assisting the Contracting Officer in various procurement processes.

AnalyticsConsultingInformation TechnologyLogisticsManagement ConsultingProfessional Services

Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Participate in preparation of/and or review proposed Statement of Work (SOWs) and Statements of Objectives (SOOs) with contracting personnel and other program support contractors

Participate in the assembling and issuance of Request for Quotes (RFQ) and Request for Proposals (RFP) and Amendments

Ensure all RFPs/RFQs contain appropriate and current FAR and Agency clauses

Ensure all RFP/RFQ have been reviewed by CO, Policy and Legal when appropriate

Ensure funding documents are accurate and complete

Assemble contract/task order files

Evaluate Change Requests (CR) and /or Change Order modifications

Prepare Task Order modifications and support documents

Attend meetings along with the Contracting Officer; and

Prepare correspondence and make recommendations to CO regarding any problems relating to the contract/task order award or any modification

Knowledge of the Source Selection process

Ability to assist the Contracting Officer in developing acquisition strategies

Knowledge of processes for negotiated procurements, to include, but not limited to development of negotiation positions

Knowledge of contract administration principles and the practices to monitor contractor performance, including processing of contractors-invoices to ensure that they are forwarded to the paying office in a timely manner and

Ability to assist with the closeout of contract/task orders in accordance with regulation and ensure proper disposition of file

Coordinate technical and cost analysis of proposals with the Contract Specialist/or Contracting Officer

Conduct fact finding to support contractor negotiations/discussions

Provide labor, overhead, and ODC rate validations

Perform cost/price analysis on contractor proposals

Research contract related information and data

Monitor, track, and maintain pertinent contract files and correspondence

Review all incoming invoices ensuring compliance with the Prompt Payment Act

Conduct research of contract related information

Process requests to subcontract from contractors, maintain subcontract status reports, and review contractor subcontract reports

Monitor and track GFP/GFI/GFE requirements

Maintain, update, and distribute COR letters and information

Prepare contract/task order modification and correspondence for close-out

Ensure official contract files are updated and in compliance with internal procedures

Qualification

Acquisition experienceContract administrationFederal Acquisition RegulationsCost/price analysisNegotiated procurementsContract formationDHS Acquisition experienceContracting certificationsMicrosoft Office proficiencyCustomer serviceTeam playerCommunication skills

Required

Ability to pass a government background investigation, including financial, criminal, residential, educational, foreign affiliation, prohibited substance abuse, and employment verifications; an active U.S. Customs and Border Protection Background Investigation (BI) is required. Please note that only U.S. citizens are eligible for a suitability determination

10+ years of acquisition experience and a Bachelor's degree preferred. Additional years of experience in lieu of degree acceptable

Experience supporting multi-functional technical teams for large, complex programs

Demonstrates a strong understanding of the contracting lifecycle and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and other regulatory and policy supplements, both government-wide (e.g., OMB Circulars) and specific to the Department of Homeland Security (e.g., HSAM)

Knowledge of Federal and agency laws, regulations, and procedures applicable to the acquisition process and to the award and administration of contracts

Ability to assist with the award and administration of contracts/task orders in accordance with terms and conditions of applicable laws, regulations and procedures

Knowledge of processes for negotiated procurements, to include, but not limited to development of negotiation positions

Ability to assist with the closeout of contract/task orders in accordance with regulation and ensure proper disposition of file

Ability to assist in the performance of cost/price analyses of simple and complex contractor proposals

Experience with contract formation and management to support development of documentation for Products, Systems, Software, and Service Support contracts

A true team player who maintains a positive attitude in a dynamic environment

Values and provides excellent customer service

Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of stakeholders

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint

Preferred

3+ years of DHS Acquisition experience

Demonstrated understanding of the DHS HSAR to provide support in the preparation for award and administration of government contracts, including Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contracts, Cost Reimbursement Contracts, and Fixed-Price contracts

DAWIA, FAC or NCMA Contracting or Program Management Certifications

3+ years of experience as a warranted Level II contracting officer

Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification