Sr. Contract Specialist (0029)

Sr. Contract Specialist (0029)

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 Duties

OCT currently has openings for Acquisition Professionals with a minimum 10 years of full-spectrum 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.

Qualifications and Skills

Qualifications

• Ten (10) years MINIMUM of full-spectrum federal contract specialist experience
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred
• Acquisition certification is highly desired (i.e., FAC-C, DAWIA certification, NCMA certifications will also be considered)
• Must have knowledge of the entire acquisitions management lifecycle to include:
• Acquisition Planning
• Perform Market Research/Pre-solicitation activities (Draft RFI, RFP, Sources Sought, etc.)
• Prepare procurement packages
• Provide recommendations on the best type of contract to use and acquisition methods
• Prepare and assist with Determinations and Findings
• Solicitation Phase activities
• Prepare solicitation documents
• Post solicitations as needed
• Receive quotes, proposals, offers/bids
• Evaluation of submissions
• Award activities
• Post Award Contract Administration Phase activities
• Preparation of COR appointment memo
• Support post-award conferences and meetings
• Closeout Phase activities
• Knowledge of contract writing systems such as PRISM
• 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

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 matching contributions.
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits
• Training Benefits

Salary: $105,000-115,000 annually dependent on level of experience, education, etc.

About OCT

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 on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.