Acquisition Support Specialist

Position Overview: This is a contractor support position for the Defense Media Activity (DMA) Office of Acquisition and Procurement, located at 6700 Taylor Ave, Fort Meade, MD 20755. The ideal candidate for the Acquisition Support Specialist position is someone who holds a bachelor’s degree or has significant coursework in relevant business fields. They must possess at least two years of recent Federal contracting experience at or above the GS-9 level, demonstrating expertise in both pre-award and post-award functions, including development of solicitations, contract negotiations, and administration. This candidate should exhibit outstanding oral and written communication skills, be proficient with Microsoft Office tools, and have a robust understanding of DoD or federal government contracting processes. Familiarity with FAR-based acquisitions and a solid grasp of procurement regulations and policies are crucial. The ability to perform detailed cost/price analysis and prepare comprehensive contract documentation underlines their expertise and readiness to support mission-critical contracting activities effectively.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities

· Pre-Award and Post-Award Functions: Perform acquisition planning, develop solicitations, conduct price/cost analysis, negotiate contracts, and administer contracts including BPA calls and task/delivery orders.

· Review and Strategy Development: Review procurement packages and assist in developing contract strategies and types that support mission requirements.

· Documentation Preparation: Prepare essential documentation like justifications and approvals, determinations and findings, and source selection decisions to ensure compliance with procurement regulations, policies, statutes, and laws.

· Research and Analysis: Research and interpret procurement regulations, policies, and procedures; analyze and evaluate certified cost and pricing data and other types of pricing information to determine price reasonableness.

· Support to Contracting Officer: Provide recommendations to the Contracting Officer on award documentation, contract administration, and terminations of contracts for the procurement of supplies and services, including complex contracts and high-dollar acquisitions.

· Documentation Management: Prepare contract files and electronic documents required for procurement processes.

Qualifications

· Educational Background: Possess at least a bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or have a minimum of 24 hours of accredited college business credits in fields such as accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.

· Experience Requirement: Minimum of two (2) years of recent Federal contracting experience, with performance equivalent to at least the GS-9 level or above, encompassing various aspects of pre-award and post-award functions.

· Specialized Contracting Experience: Specialized experience in contracting at the GS-9 level or higher, including handling of acquisition planning, development of solicitations, price/cost analysis, contract negotiations, and administration.

· Communication Skills: Excellent oral and written communication abilities.

· Technical Proficiency: Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams.

· Knowledge of Government Contracting: Documented experience and working knowledge of DoD or other federal government contracting.

· Regulatory Familiarity: Familiarity with FAR-based acquisitions and a thorough understanding of federal procurement regulations, policies, and laws.

Location: Remote working. Periodic visits for possible monthly meetings at the Defense Media Activity HQ, 6700 Taylor Ave, Fort Meade, MD 20755

Salary: $80,000-90,000

Strategic Result: In assuming this position, you will be a critical contributor to meeting Strategic Results mission: To deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions and services that enable our customers to rapidly adapt to dynamic environments, the guiding principles of our culture. We empower our staff to work together with colleagues at all levels and be part of the decision-making process; we create transparency in our operations with our clients and employees; and we offer our people opportunities to grow and challenge themselves in meaningful ways. We’re committed to excellence. As a SR employee, we will challenge you, we will empower you, and we will mentor you. If you are passionate about this opportunity, submit your application by clicking the apply for this job online button.

Only those applicants who meet the above criteria will be contacted for interview. SR is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, citizenship, physical or mental handicap, or status as a disabled or Vietnam Era veteran of the US Armed Forces.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• recent Federal contracting experience at the GS-9 level: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Federal Acquisitions Institute level 1 (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Fort Meade, MD 20755 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Fort Meade, MD 20755: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Fort Meade, MD 20755

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000