Apogee
Overview
Apogee has an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Contract Specialist to support Special Operations Forces Acquisition, Technology and Logistics’ (SOF AT&L) Program Executive Office for SOF Digital Applications (SDA). PEO‑SDA’s vision is to provide USSOCOM a “one‑stop shop” for SOF software‑intensive digital applications. SDA’s sole purpose is to ensure SOF Warfighters receive point‑of‑need knowledge, innovation, and the software support to remain the premier information dominance force anywhere, anytime. Location: MacDill AFB, FL Responsibilities
Support development, implementation, and control of traditional and non‑traditional financial, contractual, and technical aspects of projects/programs through designated phases of the acquisition cycle. Support the planning of acquisition and contracting strategies for assigned projects/programs within cost, schedule, and performance baselines. Conduct independent research using acquisition resources (e.g., FAR, other regulatory guidance) to provide informed guidance and applicable courses of action to customers. Prepare and staff pre‑solicitation documentation including Determination and Findings (D&F) and Small Business coordination (DD Form 2579). Post applicable notices in the Federal Business Opportunities as required. Prepare solicitations and amendments in Procurement Desktop Defense (PD2) (or relevant system) for Procurement Contracting Officer (PCO) review and approval. Staff all documentation and post notices in the Federal Business Opportunities as required. Conduct price and cost analysis, working with DCAA and/or DCMA as necessary to determine fair and reasonable prices. Review evaluation input from various sources, provide feedback, and prepare contract negotiation positions (PNM and BCM) for PCO review and approval. Prepare contract award and amendments in PD2 for PCO review and approval. Staff all award/amendment documentation and post notices in the Federal Business Opportunities as required. Prepare post‑award documentation, including contract modifications and memorandums for the record. Perform all contract administration functions retained by USSOCOM. Establish and maintain quality contract files that are auditable, repeatable, and defensible. Actively participate in IPTs and guide team members, technical program personnel, sales representatives, local suppliers, and/or contractors on acquisition and business‑related issues in a professional manner. Qualifications
Minimum Experience
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen. Clearance: Must possess and maintain a TS w/SCI clearance. Certifications: DAWIA Practitioner Level II Equivalency in the Contracting field, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related discipline. Years of Experience: Minimum 10 years in federal government acquisition programs. Acquisition/Contracting Experience: Minimum 8 years. Knowledge: Contract data reporting tools, training, and database operations; proficiency in Procurement Desktop Defense (PD2); pre‑ and post‑award procedures for firm fixed‑price, cost, and indefinite delivery contracts; laws, policies, and regulations governing acquisitions (FAR, DFARS, SOFARS); contract strategies for rapid innovation (e.g., agreements, BAAs, Commercial Solutions Offerings, SBIR/STTR, Other Transactions). Preferred Requirements
Education: Master’s Degree in Business or a related discipline. Years of Experience: Minimum 6 years in acquisition/contracting with at least 1 year within USSOCOM. Travel: 10%
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Apogee has an exciting new opportunity for a Senior Contract Specialist to support Special Operations Forces Acquisition, Technology and Logistics’ (SOF AT&L) Program Executive Office for SOF Digital Applications (SDA). PEO‑SDA’s vision is to provide USSOCOM a “one‑stop shop” for SOF software‑intensive digital applications. SDA’s sole purpose is to ensure SOF Warfighters receive point‑of‑need knowledge, innovation, and the software support to remain the premier information dominance force anywhere, anytime. Location: MacDill AFB, FL Responsibilities
Support development, implementation, and control of traditional and non‑traditional financial, contractual, and technical aspects of projects/programs through designated phases of the acquisition cycle. Support the planning of acquisition and contracting strategies for assigned projects/programs within cost, schedule, and performance baselines. Conduct independent research using acquisition resources (e.g., FAR, other regulatory guidance) to provide informed guidance and applicable courses of action to customers. Prepare and staff pre‑solicitation documentation including Determination and Findings (D&F) and Small Business coordination (DD Form 2579). Post applicable notices in the Federal Business Opportunities as required. Prepare solicitations and amendments in Procurement Desktop Defense (PD2) (or relevant system) for Procurement Contracting Officer (PCO) review and approval. Staff all documentation and post notices in the Federal Business Opportunities as required. Conduct price and cost analysis, working with DCAA and/or DCMA as necessary to determine fair and reasonable prices. Review evaluation input from various sources, provide feedback, and prepare contract negotiation positions (PNM and BCM) for PCO review and approval. Prepare contract award and amendments in PD2 for PCO review and approval. Staff all award/amendment documentation and post notices in the Federal Business Opportunities as required. Prepare post‑award documentation, including contract modifications and memorandums for the record. Perform all contract administration functions retained by USSOCOM. Establish and maintain quality contract files that are auditable, repeatable, and defensible. Actively participate in IPTs and guide team members, technical program personnel, sales representatives, local suppliers, and/or contractors on acquisition and business‑related issues in a professional manner. Qualifications
Minimum Experience
Citizenship: Must be a U.S. citizen. Clearance: Must possess and maintain a TS w/SCI clearance. Certifications: DAWIA Practitioner Level II Equivalency in the Contracting field, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business or a related discipline. Years of Experience: Minimum 10 years in federal government acquisition programs. Acquisition/Contracting Experience: Minimum 8 years. Knowledge: Contract data reporting tools, training, and database operations; proficiency in Procurement Desktop Defense (PD2); pre‑ and post‑award procedures for firm fixed‑price, cost, and indefinite delivery contracts; laws, policies, and regulations governing acquisitions (FAR, DFARS, SOFARS); contract strategies for rapid innovation (e.g., agreements, BAAs, Commercial Solutions Offerings, SBIR/STTR, Other Transactions). Preferred Requirements
Education: Master’s Degree in Business or a related discipline. Years of Experience: Minimum 6 years in acquisition/contracting with at least 1 year within USSOCOM. Travel: 10%
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