Acquisition Specialist

Hive Group is currently seeking a Senior Acquisition Specialist with specialized construction contracting experience to support our federal client in Huntsville, AL. In this role, the selected candidate will serve as a contracting specialist to a government-led procurement team for construction-related procurements.  The candidate will participate in and provide advice for pre award and/or post award functions for a variety of facilities, A&E, and/or construction contracts for several activities within an organizational component or in a geographical area.

The candidate will provide acquisition advisory services to develop and/or review acquisition approaches for construction-related procurements, participating as a team member in acquisition readiness reviews, solicitation, evaluation, award, and post-award contract administration activities.  Typical duties may include:

Position Description

• Review pre-solicitation procurement documents to evaluate contract types, terms, and execution risks in collaboration with technical teams.
• Develop and approve Government cost estimates for construction and maintenance projects, including new buildings, roads, docks, and security infrastructure. 
• Manage procurement processes for construction and maintenance projects where standard designs and specifications are utilized.
• Negotiate contract modifications and change orders to resolve drawing omissions, updated specifications, or changes in site conditions. 
• Oversee alteration and repair projects, including the demolition of structures, relocation of HVAC systems, and modifications of communication and lighting channels. 
• Administer contracts for design, engineering, and technical services, as well as the acquisition and installation of building equipment systems and supplies. 
• Conduct market research and analyze requirements for complex contracts to recommend the most effective procurement methods.
• Prepare and issue solicitation packages, including Invitations to Bid (ITB), Requests for Proposals (RFP), and Requests for Qualifications (RFQ).

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Federal clients with Pre-and-Post award procurements/acquisitions.
• Assist with the development of Acquisition packages/documents (RFPs, SOWs/PWSs, IGCEs, J&As, Market Research, etc); review of these documents for quality, clarity and adherence to applicable regulations (FAR, agency regulations, etc.) and recommendation of revisions. 
• Provide advice and recommendations for all elements in acquisition plans, including approaches, options, strategies, risks, contracting methods, competition sources, cost estimates, milestone schedule, etc.
• Conduct research of available suppliers and compare the services and costs of obtaining support from the different providers. 
• Determine applicability of the Economy Act.
• Must be able to independently develop written acquisition plans.
• Prepare Economy Act and other related documentation for review and signature by the Government Contracting Officer.
• Provide guidance to contracting staff on conducting Market Research to identify potential sources and contract vehicles.
• Prepare written documentation on Market Research.
• Support program offices in documenting small business capability analysis.
• Prepare Source Selection Plans. 
• Prepare RFQs, RFPs and Combined synopsis/solicitations ensuring the solicitation includes all appropriate terms and conditions.
• Work with evaluators and Contracting Officers (CO) to identify pre-negotiation objectives and assist the CO with discussions with Offerors. 
• Prepare final contract award documents for signature by the CO and Contracting Officer Representative (COR).
• Develop and/or train other contracting specialists in the performance of all pre-award contracting functions that require the use of fixed-price (primarily), cost-reimbursement, or a combination of contract methods and types to procure large, highly complex/high dollar construction projects, programs, or services where little or no contractual precedent exists.

Minimum Requirements:

• 8+ years of experience providing pre-and-post award contract support to the Federal Government, with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in construction/facilities type contracts, or equivalent combination of relevant experience. 
• Experience with FAR Part 36, Construction and Architect - Engineer Contracts.
• Bachelor’s degree or 12 years of equivalent experience in federal contracting specifically in the construction and architect engineering contracting discipline.
• Must have an ACTIVE TS Clearance

 Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Business, Government Contracting or equivalent.
• FAC - C or DAWIA Level II or III Certification in contracting, or equivalent.
• Experience as a Federally Warranted Contracting Officer.

A Commitment to Equal Opportunity

 Hive Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer dedicated to fair and unbiased employment decisions. We do not discriminate based on race, color, sex (including gender and transgender status), age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, domestic partner or civil union status, gender identity, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Our hiring and promotion decisions are based exclusively on an individual’s qualifications and suitability for the role.

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Hive Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer dedicated to making all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex (including gender and transgender status), age, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, gender identity, medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Hive Group hires and promotes individuals solely on the basis of their qualifications for the job to be filled.