Contract Specialist (Senior) (0002)

Contract Specialist (Senior) (0002)

08 Aug 2024
District of Columbia, Washington, 20001 Washington USA

Contract Specialist (Senior) (0002)

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0002-Contract Specialist (Senior)OCT Consulting is an SBA-certified, 8(a) small business management and technology consulting firm that provides support to Federal Government clients. We provide consulting services in the areas of Strategy, Process Improvement, Change Management, Program and Project Management, Acquisition/Procurement, and Information Technology.Responsibilities and DutiesWe currently have openings for Senior Acquisition Professionals with eight (8) or more years of Contract Specialist (or) Contracting and Procurement (1102) experience. We are looking for experts in procuring and managing government acquisitions of all vehicle types that include but are not limited to fixed price, time and materials, cost/cost-plus, interagency agreements, IDIQ, and BPA. Experience supporting an acquisition office in the Contract and Procurement Series, 1102 is preferred. The experience can be either as a federal government employee or as a contractor supporting a Federal or combination of both. RequirementsQualifications

Eight (8) years or more of full-spectrum federal contract experience

Bachelor's Degree minimum, Masters is preferred

Acquisition certification is required (i.e., FAC-C, DAWIA certification, Industry Certification (ICCM-D, ICCM-F), NCMA certifications will also be considered)

Experience with FSMS, PRISM, or similar system is highly sought

Must have knowledge and experience in all phases of contract support that includes:

Market Research/Pre-solicitation activities

Solicitation Phase activities

Post Award Contract Administration Phase activities

Closeout Phase activities

Must be able to obtain or retain a Public Trust clearance.

The investigation will involve a credit, fingerprint, and law enforcement agency check

Must be a US Citizen

Must live in the Washington DC Metro Area (DMV)

BenefitsThe position includes competitive compensation and a full suite of benefits:

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Retirement savings 401K plan provided by an industry leading provider with 3% employer matching contributions.

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits

Training Benefits

About USOCT Consulting LLC is a certified SBA 8(a), minority owned, small, disadvantaged business providing professional services and Information technology solutions to the federal government and commercial clients. Founded in 2013, we bring the advantage of agility in operations along with a management team with a track record of leading successful engagements at major federal government agencies.OCT is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. OCT is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

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