Overview The Acquisition Support Specialist provides professional acquisition, contract management, and administrative support to the MARAD Office of Acquisition.
The role includes assisting with pre-award planning, solicitation preparation, source selection, contract administration, and closeout activities in compliance with FAR, TAR, and agency policies.
Key Duties :
- Lead acquisition planning, market research, and procurement strategy.
- Draft SOWs, SOOs, PWSs, IGCEs, solicitations, and award documents.
- Conduct advanced cost / price analysis using Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP / XLOOKUP, and complex Excel functions.
- Support formal source selections, evaluation documentation, and negotiation preparation.
- Prepare modifications, option exercises, and contract closeout actions.
- Train staff on PRISM, FPDS-NG, and SharePoint; generate acquisition data reports.
- Assist with acquisition policy updates and regulatory compliance.
Requirements :
5+ years Federal contracting experience.FAC-C (Professional) / DAWIA III required.Expert knowledge of FAR, TAR, and federal procurement processes.Strong analytical writing and advanced Excel skills.NACI clearance and ability to work remotely.Powered by JazzHR