Position Title: Pre-Award Acquisitions Subject Matter Expert Location: Remote with occasional on-site presence required in Suitland, MD
ACI is seeking an Acquisitions Subject Matter Expert to lead a small team in support of Acquisition Planning and Strategy under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR).
About ACI: Aegis Corps, Inc. (ACI) is a privately owned firm that specializes in Professional, Technical, Administrative, and Program Management support services. ACI is a certified Small Business Administration (SBA) 8(a) Program participant, Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB), and is also certified as an Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB).
Big Ideas | Thoughtful Decisions | Attention to Detail | Continued Success is more than just our mantra, it’s our promise to our employees, our customers and our partners. The central tenant of our mission, to cultivate the highest value of support for our customers through our people, serves as a catalyst for organizational stability and program success.
Responsibilities:
Lead client meetings and requirements sessions, actively participate in contract solicitations, administration, and offer recommendations for solutions.
Assist in developing cost estimates and prepare purchase requests with supporting documentation.
Maintain public-facing records related to acquisition strategy updates.
Provide contract details for data calls and client meetings, ensuring effective communication.
Support contract formulation, coordination, administration, and evaluation, as directed by the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).
Evaluate project performance, advise on contract amendments/extensions, and ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
Assist in solicitation planning and scheduling, including market research, strategy sessions, and preparation of requirements documentation.
Provide cost-saving analysis for portfolio budgetary needs and conduct vendor assessments.
Develop acquisition trainings and support knowledge sharing initiatives.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
Minimum 6 years of professional experience in Federal Government contracting.
Proficiency in Performance-Based Acquisitions, including translating requirements into Performance Work Statements (PWS) and Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASPs).
Strong knowledge of Federal contracting regulations and experience interfacing with clients.
Experience leading pre-award acquisitions and excellent communication skills.
Advanced Excel proficiency and familiarity with Firm Fixed Price (FFP) and Time and Materials (T&M) contracts.
Ability to obtain/maintain Public Trust clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Certification such as Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM) or equivalent.
Experience with FAC-C, FAC-COR, FAC-P/PM certifications, SharePoint, or Department of Commerce Acquisitions.
Current Suitability/EOD/Public Trust with Census is a major plus.
Experience with cloud computing, software contracts, or IT service contracts.
Note: This position allows for telecommuting due to ongoing office renovations. Candidates will be required to return to the client office in Suitland, MD for a few days per week in calendar year 2024.