Proposal Writer

Job Description

DANE LLC is seeking a Technical Proposal Writer to develop compelling responses to federal contract opportunities. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, experience in the Federal contracting industry, and proven ability to understand government RFPs.

Location

Chantilly, VA (remote with availability to come into the office as needed)

Job Type

Full Time

Education

BS/BA degree or equivalent experience

Experience

A minimum of 5 years of experience writing proposal content for federal contracting opportunities.

Clearance

Not Required

Related Experience

Should Include:

• Proven experience writing content in response to federal RFPs including the Executive Summary, Non-Technical, Technical, Past Performance, and Pricing sections of the proposal.
• Must understand the federal government acquisition cycle, contract vehicles, contract types (BPA, IDIQ, etc.) and competitive position (open/full vs. set-aside).
• Minimum 3 years of experience writing technical proposal content for federal contracting opportunities.
• Must have a good understanding of the software development lifecycle and the tools that support it; Application development, cloud services, and or IT security.

Job Duties

Create, write, edit, proofread, and Format proposals and related documents, including: Management and Technical sections, Cover letters, Past Performance, Pricing, Resumes, Templates, etc.

Collaborate with the Corporate, BD, Proposal Team, SMEs members, and others as assigned.

Integrate writing contributions into one compliant, cohesive proposal that meets the client’s needs and showcases DANE.

Review proposals against RFP to ensure compliance.

Follow style guidelines and standards.

Other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Impeccable writing, editing, and proofreading of content for spelling, grammar, punctuation, and context.
• Expert skills in MS Word;
• Proficient in the use of other MS applications, including Excel and SharePoint;
• Strong analytical skills;
• Must have the ability to work autonomously and with a team;
• Must be proactive;
• Must be detail-oriented;
• Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks successfully under tight deadlines;
• Effective communication skills with the ability to adapt to changing priorities;
• Must be able to work evenings or on weekends on occasion to meet proposal deadlines.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Usual office working conditions and standard office equipment. Required to sit for long periods of time using a computer. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Minimum Qualifiers

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Computer Science or related field.
• 3 years of experience writing and editing information technology proposals in response to federal government RFPs.

Other Information

• Only local residents to the Northern VA, DC, MD area will be considered.
• Writing Sample required (please remove all proprietary information).
• Unable to work with 3rd party candidates or agencies.

Company Information

• DANE LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
• Flexible work from home options available.