Federal Acquisition Specialist

Job Summary

To support an upcoming federal contract proposal, the part-time Federal Acquisition Specialist will provide cradle-to-grave procurement support, leveraging mid-level expertise to assist program staff with acquisition lifecycle activities while primarily working remotely.

Key responsibilities

• Provide contract management support across two FTA acquisition divisions under general supervision
• Assist program offices in preparing Purchase Request packages and review acquisition packages for compliance with laws and regulations
• Conduct market research and cost analyses to develop Independent Government Cost Estimates and support acquisition planning

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) or higher
• Minimum of seven years of relevant experience in federal acquisitions and knowledge of the FAR
• Hands-on experience with various contract types, including IDIQ contracts and Blanket Purchase Agreements
• Practical experience using GSA Market Research tools for acquisition planning
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams