Acquisition Specialist

Intermediate Acquisition Specialist Washington DC Metro Area Grant Leading Technology is seeking a candidate for Acquisition Program Analyst to join our dynamic team. The candidate will serve as a federal acquisition Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing full cradle-to-grave support to technical and program staff across all phases of services and commercial procurements. Candidates must possess mid-level operational expertise and hands-on experience equivalent to FAC-C Level II competencies to independently guide and execute end-to-end acquisition actions. This position is proposed in support of an upcoming federal contract proposal. Offers of employment will be contingent upon successful contract award. This position will be mostly remote; however, this is subject to change at any time so please be prepared to work on-site (if needed, based upon desk location availability etc.) The candidates need to live within a commutable distance from Washington DC, and the core hours are 8 am to 5 pm EST. Responsibilities: Works under the general supervision of COR and Division leadership to provide contract management support across two FTA acquisition divisions Delivers mid-level subject matter expertise (FAC-C Level II equivalent) to support program and technical staff across the full acquisition lifecycle for services and commercial requirements The contractor must have mid-level expert knowledge and hands-on experience (equivalent to at least FAC Level II training and experience) in Federal acquisitions and acquisition operations (see www.fai.gov website for more information concerning the competencies for FAC-C Level II.) Assists program offices with preparing Purchase Request (PR) packages for system entry, ensuring all required supporting documentation is properly compiled and validated Reviews acquisition packages prior to submission to the Acquisition Office, assists in the review of existing contracts to determine compliance with applicable laws, regulations and policies Collaborates with program personnel and subject matter experts (CORs and program offices) to guide acquisition planning, draft evaluation criteria, and develop core procurement documentation--including Acquisition Plans, SOW/SOO/PWS specifications, Market Research Reports, D& Fs, J& As, and Fair Opportunity exceptions Conducts market research and performs cost analyses to build robust Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) and business case models supporting acquisition planning Understand cost and price analysis as well as possess the capability to assist with analyses Ability to use different contract types such as FFP, Cost Reimbursable, LH, T& M etc. for actions Knowledge of and hands-on experience with contract writing systems such as PRISM is desirable Leverages deep acquisition expertise to administer diverse contract vehicles, including Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts, task/delivery orders, Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs), call orders, purchase orders, and Inter-agency Agreements (IAAs) Performs post-award contract administration functions--including tracking deliverables, managing routine modifications, and monitoring performance metrics--to ensure operational continuity across program and acquisition divisions Attend relevant meetings involving the program and acquisitions office Take meeting notes and use various methods of communication to effectively communicate with people at various levels of the organization Must possess demonstrated ability to handle complex problems through resolution, assist with validation of data, completes tasks needed to successfully assist with advertising, soliciting, constructing, awarding, and administering contractual actions (i.e. contract modifications) The contractor shall assist with preparing contract actions for closeout which the COR will provide to FTA's closeout teams. Personnel are not to be engaged in acceptance or rejection of invoices or settlement of payment to a respective vendor The contractor shall maintain and keep an updated electronic excel spreadsheet of the status on all contract actions for which assistance has been provided Works under general supervision of the PMO Division and Operations Division contract management, respectively. If the organization structure is to change, contractor will be notified and adjustments made to accommodate the change etc. Reviews Acquisition packages prior to submission to the Acquisition Office, assists in the review of existing contracts to determine compliance with applicable laws, regulations and policies Tracks all contracting funding levels to ensure current funding levels. Work with respective COR and Contract Specialist for the contractual action to convey information etc. As required, assists in the performance of market research and trends, as they apply to the program, with guidance of the Acquisition Liaison As required, assists with the development of source selection evaluation criteria Coordinates and works with the technical experts and the contracting office to ensure project milestones are reflected in the contractual documents and project plan Qualifications and Education Requirements: Bachelor of Arts (BA) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree, or higher degree Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience and knowledge as well as hands-on experience utilizing the FAR to assist with procurements. Knowledge, exposure and ability to utilize different contract types (i.e., such as FFP, Cost Reimbursable, LH, T& M, etc. as needed. Experience in providing hands-on support for acquisitions utilizing various parts of the FAR such as GSAR Subpart 538.71 concerning the FSS (formerly in FAR Subpart 8.4), Part 12 Acquisitions of Commercial Products and Commercial Services, Simplified Acquisition Procedures, Contracting Negotiations, Service Contracting, Contract Modifications, and Closeout of Contract files. Knowledge and experience of the use of various contract mechanisms such as IDIQ contracts, BPAs, orders (task, call and purchase) is a must Possesses practical experience utilizing GSA Market Research as a Service (MRAS) and advanced market research tools during acquisition planning to evaluate industry capabilities and inform procurement strategies Excellent computer skills, especially in the use of Microsoft (MS) Office products such as Word, Outlook, Excel, MS Teams, Google Workspace Products such as Calendar, Sheets, Chat, G-mail, Docs, Slides, Drive, Meets etc. and analytical skills Demonstrates exceptional written and verbal communication skills to deliver responsive customer support and collaborate seamlessly within cross-functional teams Acts as a proactive team collaborator with deep experience assessing cradle-to-grave acquisition requirements, conducting comprehensive market research, and delivering actionable, strategic recommendations Independently analyzes work assignments and delivers timely, strategic feedback and recommendations to government leadership Must be able to pass a Government background check Must live in the United States and be authorized to work in the United States Preferred Skills: Experience with Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools Experience with SharePoint About Grant Leading Technology: Grant Leading Technology (GLT) is a verified Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) government contracting firm. GLT provides expert knowledge and skills to deliver agile enterprise solutions and innovative technologies to our clients at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Internal Revenue Service (IRS), Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and other federal and state agencies. We possess exceptional capabilities including, but not limited to, project management, cyber security, construction management, design, and management technology. GLT has been recognized for three consecutive years by Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest-growing private companies in America. Our employees are at the heart of GLT's success. We value and fully embrace the diversity of individuals and ideas within our workforce. GLT provides a competitive compensation package with benefits that are immediately available. Our base healthcare plan is 100% employer paid and our 401k plan is immediately vested. We also offer paid time off, 11 federal holidays, short/long-term disability, 401k matching, and opportunities for professional development. www.grantleadingtechnology.com *Grant Leading Technology is an "equal opportunity employer". All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to those who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please email recruiting@grantleadingtechnology.com with the subject line "Accommodation"