IMSolutions is looking for highly organized support professionals to join us at our client The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) in Norfolk, VA, Silver Spring, MD, and Kansas City, KS.
These positions are 100% remote.
Base Compensation Range:
$85,000 to $106,000
Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location.
As a Contract Specialist IV, you will perform various pre- and post-contract and procurement responsibilities pertaining to the procurement of supplies, services, and equipment, which may include almost all functions from cradle to grave. Functions may include acquisition planning, reviewing, editing, or assisting in writing statements of work (SOW), performance work statements (PWS) statement of objectives (SOO), request for information (RFI)/Request for Proposal (RFP)/Request for Quotation (RFQ) and Invitation for Bids (IFB), market research/analysis, selection and administration of contract terms & conditions, cost and price analysis, negotiation preparation, preparation of contract modifications, development of evaluation criteria, evaluation of contract performance, contract termination, and contract closeouts. Individuals as required will have experience with Cost Reimbursable, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time & Materials (T&M), Labor Hour (LH), Commercial, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), and GSA FSS contracting. Individuals will possess working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and agency supplements.
Who We Are:
IMSolutions is a rapidly growing economically disadvantaged woman-owned, veteran-owned Virginia-based management consulting company. We specialize in providing innovative and cost-competitive business and program management solutions to our clients across the public sector. Primarily, our support encompasses assisting clients in acquiring mission-critical capabilities; including developing holistic program strategies for successfully inserting technologies to achieve material solutions efficiently and expeditiously.
What You Will Do:
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Provide support and assistance in all areas of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) based Federal procurement.
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Prepare or review pre-procurement packages.
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Actively participate in developing and managing acquisition plans.
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Prepare and/or research support documentation.
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Make quality recommendations to the Contracting Officer/Grants Officer.
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Handle problems through procurement action life cycle through resolution.
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Complete tasks needed to successfully advertise, solicit, construct, award, administer, and/or close out Government contracts or task/delivery orders.
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Support the issuance of contracts, and purchase orders track status, and expedite orders according to customer requirements and in compliance with all related guidelines, policies, and procedures.
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Maintain and ensure acquisition/procurement file documentation in compliance with FAR and other related policies and procedures.
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May assist in special projects assigned by the procurement Acquisition Manager.
What We Are Looking For:
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BA/BS degree in a related field.
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At least 10 years of work experience working for the Federal Government within this field.
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Must have a minimum of (1) year of residency within the United States.
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Relevant office experience including MS Office and Google platform product skills.
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Ability to pass a Federal Public Trust Clearance, which must be adjudicated favorably for you to begin working. This requires fingerprinting and reporting on your previous employment, residence, education, and financial and legal background. Candidates may be disqualified for federal or state convictions of crimes, military court-martials, delinquent federal debt including taxes and student loans, current use of illegal drugs, or lying on their application. The process can also be long (100+ days).
Do You Possess?
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Strong research and analysis skills.
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Dedication: a sense of ownership and pride in work product.
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Adaptable: a sense of urgency, and a high degree of personal motivation for success.
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Strong verbal and written collaborative skills ensuring a more knowledgeable and engaged team/workforce.
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Positive professional attitude – demonstrating an ultimate desire to fulfill organizational objectives by providing a positive customer experience.
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Integrity: Without it, no real success is possible.
What you will love about us!
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We are a team of smart, interesting, diverse, funny, and loving people.
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Collaborative and supportive work environment.
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Competitive compensation with outstanding medical, dental, and vision benefits, 401k with match.
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We take the responsibility to make sure you are excited and happy and find fulfillment in your work very seriously.
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Exceptional opportunities to develop a rewarding career.
At IMSolutions, LLC (IMS) service to our clients, each other, and our communities is at the center of everything we do. We understand, comprehend, and appreciate, that people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and points of view lead to better and more comprehensive ideas and solutions. Our IMS culture and commitment to difference and inclusivity help us grow as individuals and in partnership with our clients to drive our unparalleled solutions and customer experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity
IMS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital or family status, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
IMS jobs are posted as “open until filled”. They remain open until the role has sufficient applicants to interview. Postings will close when a sufficient pool of applications is received for consideration and/or a candidate is selected.
IMS is an E-Verify Employer.
