Sr. Contract Specialist (0037)

Contract Specialist (0037)

OCT Consulting, LLC 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, Program and Project Management, Acquisition/Procurement, and Information Technology.

Responsibilities and Duties

OCT currently has an opportunity for an Acquisition Professional with a specialization or expertise in drafting pre-award documentation. The candidate should have at least eight (8) years of Contract Specialist (or) Contracting and Procurement (1102) experience. Experience supporting a federal agency acquisition office as a federal government employee or as a contractor supporting a Federal or a combination of both.

Specific responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Responsible for creating, editing, and maintaining pre-award technical documentation to include market research, independent government cost estimates, and purchase requisition documents.
• Collaborates with acquisition professionals, subject matter experts, and stakeholders to produce accurate, clear, and compliant documentation.
• Assist in gathering information on acquisitions processes, contract requirements, and procurement regulations.
• Assist in creating, editing, and maintaining technical documentation related to acquisitions processes, contracts, and procurement activities.
• Assist with gathering information on acqusitions processes, contract requirements, and procurement regulations.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Must have secret clearance and be able to obtain a DoD or DoJ Top-Secret access

• At least eight (8) years of full-spectrum federal contract experience, including preparing draft pre-award documents to include PWS, SOW, IGCE, Market Research, etc.
• Familiarity with federal acquisition regulations (FAR), contracting procedures, and procurement processes.
• Proficiency in using software tools for document creation, collaboration, and formatting, such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and SharePoint.
• Attention to detail, accuracy, and adherence to project timelines.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with subject matter experts, acquisition professionals, and stakeholders.
• Acquisition certification is highly preferred (i.e., FAC-C, DAWIA certification, and Industry Certification certifications will also be considered)

Certifications

• A FAC-C or DAWIA Contracting certification is highly preferred.

Benefits

Benefits:

The 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 contributions of the employee’s gross salary
• Paid Time Off and Standard Government Holidays
• Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits
• Training Benefits

Salary Range starting: $125,000 annually or commensurate with experience

About OCT Consulting

OCT 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 based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.