Procurement Specialist

Overview

The Institute for Telecommunication Sciences (ITS) requires acquisition and procurement support to assist program offices with the development, preparation, and coordination of procurement documentation and acquisition packages. The contractor will support ITS program offices and Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs) by reviewing acquisition documentation, assisting with procurement planning, and supporting contract administration activities in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Department of Commerce acquisition policies.

Background

The Institute for Telecommunication Sciences (ITS) provides research and development support for the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) by performing applied telecommunications research that supports spectrum management, telecommunications policy development, and emerging communications technologies.

 

ITS supports a variety of federal agencies, state and local governments, private organizations, and international partners. Because ITS conducts applied research and development activities, program offices frequently require procurement support for equipment acquisitions, research contracts, and specialized telecommunications technologies.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

Acquisition Documentation Support

Support program offices in the preparation and development of acquisition documentation and procurement packages. This includes reviewing documents such as:

• Statements of Work (SOW).
• Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE).
• IT Security documentation.
• Section 508 compliance documentation.
• Justifications for Other than Full and Open Competition (JOFOC).
• Option Year and Modifications (both unilateral and bilateral)
• Deobligation requests
• Market Research

All documentation shall be prepared in accordance with:

• Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
• Department of Commerce acquisition policies.
• NTIA acquisition procedures.

 

Contract Administration Support

Assist ITS CORs with contract administration activities including:

• Submission of purchase requisition packages into the Department of Commerce acquisition system.
• Maintain yearly ITS Procurement Tracking Spreadsheet

 

 

Process Documentation

Develop and maintain procurement process documentation supporting ITS procurement operations. This includes documenting procedures for:

• Purchase request submissions.
• Procurement workflows
• Acquisition documentation standards

Documentation must be updated as procurement processes evolve.

 

 

Research and Knowledge Transfer

Maintain familiarity with federal acquisition regulations and government contracting vehicles. This includes monitoring changes to:

• Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
• Department of Commerce acquisition policies.
• Government contracting vehicles including:
• Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs)
• Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ)

The contractor will periodically brief program staff on relevant acquisition updates and contracting vehicle options.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Four (4) or more years of relevant experience supporting federal acquisition or procurement activities.
• Qualifications commensurate with DAWIA or FAC-C Level II in contracting.
• Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
• Experience supporting government acquisition planning and procurement documentation.
• Experience conducting market research and IGCE development.
• Familiarity with procurement documentation including SOW.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, acquisition management, or related field (or equivalent experience).

Benefits and EEO

At Ardent Eagle Solutions, we offer a comprehensive benefits package to our employees and their families:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Coverage
• Matching 401(k) Plan
• Continuing Education Assistance
• Paid Time Off

This job description is intended to describe the general scope of work and level of work that is needed to perform while on task with Ardent Eagle Solutions. Other duties may be assigned. Selected candidates may undergo a government security investigation and must fulfill eligibility criteria for accessing classified information. US citizenship may be a prerequisite for certain roles. Ardent Eagle Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to disability or protected veteran status.

 

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