Purple Unicorn ยท 3 months ago
Procurement / Contract Bidder
Boca Raton, FL
Full-time, Contract
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$75K/yr - $80K/yr
5+ years expPurple Unicorn is a leading provider of comprehensive facility maintenance and operational performance solutions. They are seeking a results-driven and strategic Procurement / Contract Bidder to lead efforts in securing new government and commercial facilities maintenance contracts, involving bid opportunities, proposal crafting, and supplier management.
EmploymentHuman ResourcesRecruitingStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Contract Bidding & Proposal Management: Lead the end-to-end bidding process for government (DoD, GSA) and large commercial facilities maintenance contracts, from initial RFP analysis to submission. Prepare compelling, compliant, and competitive technical and cost proposals
Strategic Sourcing & Subcontractor Management: Identify, vet, and qualify new suppliers and specialized subcontractors (e.g., for HVAC, electrical, generator repair) to build a robust network capable of supporting technical contract requirements and enhancing bid competitiveness
Vendor & Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain strong partnerships with suppliers, OEMs, and subcontractors. Negotiate teaming agreements and manage post-award supplier performance to ensure service level agreements (SLAs) are met
Cost Analysis & Negotiation: Develop detailed cost models and pricing strategies for labor, parts, and emergency services. Negotiate contracts with suppliers and clients to maximize profit margins while ensuring quality and technical compliance
Market Intelligence: Continuously monitor government procurement portals (SAM.gov, etc.) and industry trends to identify new bid opportunities for facilities maintenance and technical services
Compliance Assurance: Ensure all bids and procurement activities strictly adhere to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), DFARS, OSHA standards, and other applicable industry and safety compliance requirements
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with technical operations, finance, and legal teams to gather necessary information, align strategies, and ensure proposed technical solutions are viable and executable
Reporting: Track and report on bid success rates, pipeline value, and cost savings achieved, providing clear metrics to leadership
Qualification
Required
Must have proven experience with billing procedures and compliance supporting government and/or military contracts, ideally relating to the Department of Defense (DOD) or GSA schedules
Minimum of 5+ years of experience in government contract bidding, procurement, or strategic sourcing, ideally within facility services, technical maintenance, construction, or a related field
Demonstrated success in winning government or large commercial technical service contracts through competitive bidding processes
Strong understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and other government contracting principles
Experience with sourcing and managing technical subcontractors and OEM parts suppliers
Proficiency in procurement software and government bidding platforms (e.g., SAM.gov)
Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering Management, or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Exceptional attention to detail, organization, and follow-through to ensure proposal accuracy and compliance
Proven ability to work independently, solve problems, and hit strict RFP deadlines with little supervision
Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft persuasive narratives for technical services
Sublime attention to details. Every. Decimal. Matters!
Benefits
401K with company match.
Health, dental, and vision insurance.
Paid time off and holidays.
Company
Purple Unicorn
Purple Unicorn is an HR services company that provides talent acquisition, HR consultancy, executive search, and career coaching.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Matthew Harris
Chief Marketing Officer
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