INCATech - Innovative Computing & Applied Technology · 1 month ago
Acquisitions Contract Specialist
Washington, DC
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expINCATech is an innovative computing and applied technology company seeking an experienced Acquisitions Contract Specialist to support the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. In this role, you will provide end-to-end federal contracting support, collaborating with various teams to deliver compliant acquisition solutions that support ICE's mission.
Information TechnologyIT InfrastructureProject Management
Responsibilities
Support acquisition planning activities, including participation in pre-award conferences, meetings, and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
Assist in refining and validating requirements, acquisition strategies, and procurement approaches
Develop acquisition plans, milestone schedules, and supporting documentation
Conduct and document market research activities such as RFIs, draft solicitations, industry days, and pre-proposal engagements
Prepare or assist in the development of requirements documentation, including SOWs, SOOs, PWSs, IGCEs, evaluation criteria, and required determinations and findings
Provide recommendations on contract type selection, acquisition methods, and use of contract vehicles
Prepare and support Justifications for Other-Than-Full-and-Open Competition (JOFOCs) and other pre-award approvals
Draft and support issuance of RFQs, RFPs, IFBs, and solicitation amendments
Utilize government contract writing systems (e.g., PRISM or equivalent) to prepare solicitation documents and select appropriate clauses and provisions
Assist with posting solicitations and related materials to appropriate government systems
Support responses to pre-award inquiries and preparation of solicitation amendments
Receive, log, and conduct compliance reviews of quotes, proposals, and offers
Maintain solicitation files in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and policies
Assist in technical, cost, and price evaluations of proposals and quotes
Perform and document price and cost analyses for government review
Gather and analyze past performance information
Draft evaluation reports, memoranda, and supporting documentation
Support development of competitive range determinations, negotiation memoranda, and source selection documentation
Assist with negotiations, discussions, pre-award reviews, and responses to pre-award protests
Support preparation and documentation of pre-award notifications and debriefings
Prepare contract award documentation for government review and approval
Develop award documents using the government contract writing system
Assist with higher-level reviews and required award clearances
Prepare FPDS-NG entries and required award and post-award notices
Support responses to post-award protests and documentation related to performance issues, cure notices, show cause notices, and terminations
Maintain complete and compliant award files
Support post-award conferences and contract administration activities
Prepare COR appointment letters and Notices to Proceed
Assist with contract modifications, claims, ratifications, FOIA responses, data calls, and Congressional inquiries
Support contract closeout activities and prepare closeout documentation
Maintain post-award contract files in compliance with FAR, DHS, and ICE requirements
Attend scheduled and ad-hoc meetings with government customers, both virtually and onsite
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or (7) years of experience in the Federal Government contracting environment + 24 hours of accredited college business credits
At least five (5) years of documented experience in contracting positions
Documented experience providing cradle-to-grave Contract Specialist support to a Federal Government agency or entity
Demonstrated ability to use the Microsoft Suite of software applications to create and maintain documents and communications
Documented ability to maintain and practice operational security (OPSEC) in the performance of daily duties and to report OPSEC issues or concerns
Proven ability to interpret and apply procurement regulations, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation and/or other agency-specific regulations
Knowledge of and experience using government contract-writing software such as PRISM
Familiarity through experience with government software and databases such as FPDS and SAM.gov
Experience with FAR contracting methods such as 8/12/13/15/16, including BPAs and IDIQ vehicles
Experience with federal-wide or multi-agency vehicles, including Fed Supply Schedules and DHS Strategic Sourcing Vehicles
Experience independently preparing, briefing, routing, and obtaining government clearances for acquisition documents and completing other review processes in a timely fashion
Demonstrated experience reviewing spreadsheets and documents in various formats such as those created and maintained in Microsoft Office products
Experience analyzing proposed elements of cost to develop cost and profit pre-negotiation positions
Experience developing documentation required to establish a competitive range, establish a pre-negotiation position, respond to a protest, or complete required source selection activities
Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills plus strong analytical and organizational skills and abilities
Preferred
Experience managing procurement sensitive, law enforcement sensitive, or other secure information is preferred
Experience administering or awarding services contracts or awards for law enforcement sensitive requirements
Experience administering or awarding services contracts or awards for IT hardware or software is preferred for some position
Benefits
Health
Dental
401K
Vision
Paid Time Off
Life Insurance
Company
INCATech - Innovative Computing & Applied Technology
INCATech is a 100% woman-owned business that delivers innovative solutions from deep technical expertise in Geospatial Services, Secure Cloud Services, Enterprise Data Management, User Centered Design and Acquisition & Financial Services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Liliana Freedman
President & CEO
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