NIH Acquisition Specialist (Senior, Mid and Junior Levels) (6020 with Security Clearance

Old Harbor Solutions, a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC and government contracting industry leader is looking for a Senior Level NIH Acquisition Specialist to join our team in Bethesda, MD. Senior Level Responsibilities The Senior-Level Acquisition Specialist shall possess demonstrated expertise in federal acquisition and program support. The qualifications specified in this section are mandatory. Interpreting and applying Federal acquisition regulations, policies, and procedures, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and HHS Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR) Conducting acquisition management reviews, assessments, and analyses at the program or agency level Developing procurement request packages and supporting end-to-end acquisition lifecycle activities, including planning, solicitation, award, administration, and closeout Monitoring acquisition performance using metrics such as Procurement Administrative Lead Time (PALT) and recommending process improvements Providing comprehensive pre-award and post-award acquisition support for a wide range of procurements, including services, supplies, and information technology (IT) requirements Preparing and reviewing acquisition documentation, including acquisition strategies, Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), source selection plans, and business case analyses Supporting source selection activities, including drafting evaluation documentation and maintaining the integrity of the procurement process Providing contract administration support, including invoice review, post-award conference support, contract file documentation, and related correspondence Assisting with Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request responses and ensuring proper handling of procurement-sensitive information Utilizing automated acquisition and contract writing systems to track procurement status, funding, milestones, and closeout activities Collaborating effectively with Contracting Officers (COs), Contracting Officer's Representatives (CORs), program offices, and cross-functional teams Senior Level Requirements US Citizen Ability to pass a pre-employment background check The Senior-Level Acquisition Specialist shall possess a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution. Substitution: In lieu of a bachelor's degree, a minimum of fifteen (15) years of directly relevant federal acquisition experience may be accepted. The Senior-Level Acquisition Specialist shall have a minimum of eight (8) years of progressively responsible experience supporting all phases of the Federal acquisition lifecycle. The individual shall demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience in the following areas: Experience supporting NIH Office of Acquisition and Logistics Management (OALM), NIH Institutes, Centers, or Offices. Experience supporting HHS acquisition organizations. Experience with NIH acquisition systems, including PRISM, NBS, IPPS, MERLIN, FPDS-NG (or its successor), and SAM.gov. FAC-C (Professional) or equivalent acquisition certification is preferred. Demonstrating strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, including the ability to anticipate issues and recommend proactive solutions Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, with stakeholders at all levels Mid Level Responsibilities The Mid-Level Acquisition Specialist shall possess demonstrated experience in federal acquisition and program support. The qualifications specified in this section are mandatory. Interpreting and applying Federal acquisition regulations, policies, and procedures, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and HHS Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR) Supporting the development of procurement request packages and assisting with acquisition lifecycle activities, including planning, solicitation, award, administration, and closeout Monitoring acquisition activities and performance metrics, including Procurement Administrative Lead Time (PALT), in support of program office requirements Providing pre-award and post-award acquisition support for a variety of procurements, including services, supplies, and information technology (IT) requirements Assisting in the preparation and review of acquisition documentation, including acquisition strategies, Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), source selection plans, and business case analyses Supporting source selection activities, including drafting evaluation documentation and maintaining proper procurement records Providing contract administration support, including invoice review, post-award conference coordination, contract file maintenance, and preparation of correspondence Assisting with Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request responses and handling procurement-sensitive information in accordance with applicable regulations Utilizing automated acquisition and contract writing systems to track procurement status, funding, milestones, and contract closeout activities Collaborating effectively with Contracting Officers (COs), Contracting Officer's Representatives (CORs), program offices, and cross-functional teams Demonstrating sound analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues and recommend practical solutions Mid-Level Requirements US Citizen Ability to pass a pre-employment background check The Mid-Level Acquisition Specialist shall possess a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution. Substitution: In lieu of a bachelor's degree, a minimum of ten (10) years of directly relevant federal acquisition experience may be accepted. The Mid-Level Acquisition Specialist shall have a minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience supporting Federal acquisition activities across the acquisition lifecycle. Experience supporting NIH or HHS acquisition organizations. Experience preparing acquisition documentation using NIH acquisition systems. Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders Junior Level Responsibilities Monitoring acquisition activities and performance metrics, including Procurement Administrative Lead Time (PALT), in support of program office requirements Providing pre-award and post-award acquisition support for a variety of procurements, including services, supplies, and information technology (IT) requirements Assisting in the preparation and review of acquisition documentation, including acquisition strategies, Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), source selection plans, and business case analyses Supporting source selection activities, including drafting evaluation documentation and maintaining proper procurement records Providing contract administration support, including invoice review, post-award conference coordination, contract file maintenance, and preparation of correspondence Assisting with Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request responses and handling procurement-sensitive information in accordance with applicable regulations Utilizing automated acquisition and contract writing systems to track procurement status, funding, milestones, and contract closeout activities Collaborating effectively with Contracting Officers (COs), Contracting Officer's Representatives (CORs), program offices, and cross-functional teams Demonstrating sound analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify issues and recommend practical solutions Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing, with internal and external stakeholders Junior Level Requirements US Citizen Ability to pass a pre-employment background check The Junior-Level Acquisition Specialist shall possess a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution. Substitution: In lieu of a bachelor's degree, a minimum of five (5) years of directly relevant federal acquisition experience may be accepted. Experience supporting NIH, HHS, or other Federal civilian acquisition organizations. Familiarity with NIH procurement systems and acquisition documentation. Experience with NIH and/or HHS acquisition systems, including PRISM, IPPS, and MERLIN, is preferred. Position is located in Bethesda, MD Salary - 60 - 150K Commensurate on levels of education and experience We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties without regard to race, color, sex, sexual preference, religion, creed, national origin, age, genetic information, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr Three Saints Bay, LLC