Mid-Level Acquisition Specialist

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in District of Columbia, +1 more state.

📋 Description

• Assist with Federal acquisition processes throughout the entire acquisition lifecycle, encompassing planning, solicitation, award, administration, and closeout.

• Understand and apply Federal acquisition regulations, policies, and procedures, including the FAR and HHSAR.

• Aid in the development and assessment of procurement request packages and acquisition documentation.

• Draft and review acquisition strategies, SOWs, PWSs, IGCEs, source selection plans, business case analyses, and associated documentation.

• Provide both pre-award and post-award acquisition assistance for services, supplies, and IT needs.

• Oversee acquisition activities, milestones, and performance metrics, including PALT.

• Support source selection efforts, including evaluation documentation and procurement records.

• Deliver contract administration support, encompassing invoice review, coordination of post-award conferences, maintenance of contract files, and correspondence.

• Assist with FOIA requests and manage procurement-sensitive information appropriately.

• Utilize automated acquisition and contract writing systems to monitor procurement status, funding, milestones, and contract closeout activities.

• Collaborate with Contracting Officers (COs), Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs), program offices, and stakeholders to identify acquisition challenges and propose solutions.

• Create clear, accurate, and timely written communications, reports, and acquisition documentation.

⛳️ Requirements

• At least five (5) years of progressively responsible experience in supporting Federal acquisition activities throughout the acquisition lifecycle.

• Proven experience in providing pre-award and post-award support for Federal acquisitions.

• Solid understanding and experience in applying the FAR and other relevant Federal acquisition regulations, policies, and procedures.

• Experience in developing and/or reviewing Federal acquisition documentation, such as SOWs, PWSs, IGCEs, acquisition strategies, and source selection documentation.

• Familiarity with automated acquisition and/or contract writing systems.

• Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, written communication, and interpersonal skills.

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.

• Alternatively, a minimum of ten (10) years of directly related Federal acquisition experience may be considered in place of a bachelor’s degree.

• Experience with NIH or HHS acquisition organizations is preferred.

• Knowledge and experience in applying the HHSAR is preferred.

• Experience in preparing acquisition documentation using NIH acquisition systems is preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance.

• Health Savings Account (HSA).

• 401(k) with Company Match.

• Company-Paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability.

• Paid Time Off & Holidays.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

• Meaningful employee recognition programs.

• Employee recognition and rewards program.

• Wellness and charitable giving programs.

• Employee referral bonus program.