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Contract specialist

OCT Consulting, LLC
Gaithersburg, MD Full Time
POSTED ON 1/28/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/26/2025

Contract Specialist (0022)

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

We currently have an opportunity for an Acquisition Professional with a specialization or expertise in drafting pre-award documentation.

You should have at least seven (7) 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 combination of both.

Duties 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.
  • Organize and present complex technical and contractual information in a clear and concise manner.

Requirements

Security Requirements

Must be able to obtain or retain a Public Trust, with a requirement for U.S. citizenship. The investigation will involve a credit query and fingerprinting.

Qualifications

  • At least 7 years of full-spectrum federal contract experience to include 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.
  • 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, FAC-COR, DAWIA certification, or NCMA Industry certifications will also be considered)

Certifications

A FAC-C, DAWIA, or NCMA certification is 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.
  • Paid Time Off
  • Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term disability benefits
  • Training Benefits

Salary Range - $125,000 or commensurate with experience, education, etc.

About OCT Consulting LLC

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.

Last updated : 2024-11-26

Salary : $125,000

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