Acquisition Liaison / Senior Contract Specialist

Overview:

The Acquisition Liaison/ Senior Contract Specialist carries out pre-determined and recurring cradle to grave contract administration duties. May serve in a management role. Functions may include acquisition planning, solicitation preparation, market research/analysis, source selection and administration of terms and conditions, cost/price analysis, negotiation, preparation of contract award and modifications, support government in the evaluation of contractor performance, contract termination, and contract closeout. Knowledge and exposure to cost reimbursement/cost sharing contracts and review of claims and equitable adjustments. Ability to simultaneously manage, coordinate and pursue multiple, complex projects and activities. Extensive knowledge of the FAR and/or associated FAR supplements.

Responsibilities:
 
Acquisition Liaison Responsibilities

• Works through the requirements development process with the customers, ensuring that the customers understand their role in the acquisition process, recommends innovative acquisition methods that align with digital services approaches such as agile, cloud and mobility, how to capture their requirements and the tools and other resources that are available to assist them in drafting future requirements
• Coordinates with the FTC customers to understand the business of their office and offer acquisition strategies for the procurement plans
• Assists offices with their procurement planning
• Offer one-on-one training regarding acquisition packages and the documentation required to construct a complete and acceptable requirements package
• Assist in source selection activities as an advisor
• Participate in FTC customer meetings to ensure knowledge of the entire acquisition portfolio
• Report on progress of assigned acquisition liaison activities
• Assist in ancillary acquisition support, as requested

Senior Contract Specialist Responsibilities:

• Acquisition Strategy Support - Provide advice and recommend acquisition approaches, strategy, risks, contracting methods, competition, sources, schedule, and prepare draft acquisition plans. Work Products include draft acquisition plans.
• Market Research and Market Surveys - Assist in market research; identify potential sources, categories and size of businesses.
• Miscellaneous Pre-Award Documents - Assist in drafting justifications, memorandums, inter-agency agreements, or other necessary contract file documents.
• Request for Proposals/Quotes
• Source Selection Evaluation Criteria - Provide assistance in preparation of source selection evaluation criteria and make recommendations as to relative importance of the criteria.
• Source Selection Support - Assist in preparation source selection plans, technical evaluation plans, and vendor screening plans. In addition, the Liaison will assist in consolidating and documenting the Government’s source selection evaluation and decision.
• Contract Award Support - Assist in preparation of draft award and associated documents. Deliverables include draft award documents.
• Post award support including modifications, terms and conditions, invoicing, data management, and closeout support activities
• Information Technology (IT) buying as needed.
• SSC onsite staff as a senior advisor, mentor, trainer.

Required Qualifications
 

• Minimum 8 years of overall experience.
• At least 3 years’ acquisition experience with or supporting Civilian and/or DOD agencies
• Expert knowledge in pre-award contract support and post-award contract management
• PRISM experience is required  

Desired Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees AND at least 24 hours in business-related courses in any of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.

• Contracting experience with FAR 8.4, 12, 13, 15, and 16.505
• Acquisition planning, market research, and drafting technical requirements
• One of the following Contracting related certifications: DAWIA Contracting Level III, FAC-C Level III, strongly desired or CPCM
• Knowledge of negotiation techniques and skill in devising negotiation strategies to deal with contractors in resolving such problems as reducing costs, adjusting delivery schedules, and negotiating in sole source environments.
• Knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the evaluation of contract proposals and knowledge of laws, regulations, agency policy, precedent cases, and other requirements that affect acquisition.
• Must be proficient in MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Word.

Working For Seventh Sense:
 
Our company was founded on a family-oriented philosophy, and our culture is rooted in making a difference in the lives of our “work family” members (referred to simply as “members” rather than “employees”).

Our comprehensive benefits include: 

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan with generous company match and immediate vesting
• PTO and 11 paid holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Accident and Critical Care insurance options

Unique benefits include:

• Day off to celebrate your birthday
• Day off on your company anniversary date
• Day off to volunteer for the community service project of your choice
• A Bonus Plan that allows each member to financially benefit from company, team, and individual success. You are in full control of the bonuses you receive – ask us how!
• A peer-to-peer recognition platform that allows members to recognize each other’s accomplishments and contributions.
• Professional development opportunities including Consulting Skills training and Federal Acquisition training, as well as resources to assist with family life and mental wellbeing.

About Us:
 
Seventh Sense Consulting is an award-winning consulting company focused on providing federal agencies with "Enlightened Solutions that Deliver Lasting Value". Our teams work with our clients to provide innovative solutions, enhance integration, and facilitate transparency of core acquisition. We are a 100% virtually operated Virginia-based company serving multiple clients across the US, and we have been recognized for 3 years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by the Washington Business Journal! To learn more visit us at www.seventhsenseconsulting.com
 
Equal Employment Opportunity:
 
Seventh Sense Consulting is an equal opportunity employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status.