Senior Acquisition Specialist

We are currently seeking candidates for an upcoming project pending contract award, targeting a September 1 start date.

Responsibilities

• Interpret and apply Federal acquisition regulations, policies, and procedures, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and HHS Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR).
• Conduct acquisition management reviews, assessments, and analyses at the program or agency level.
• Develop procurement request packages and support end-to-end acquisition lifecycle activities, including planning, solicitation, award, administration, and closeout.
• Monitor acquisition performance using metrics such as Procurement Administrative Lead Time (PALT) and recommend process improvements.
• Provide comprehensive pre-award and post-award acquisition support for a wide range of procurements, including services, supplies, and information technology (IT) requirements.
• Prepare and review 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.
• Support source selection activities, including drafting evaluation documentation and maintaining the integrity of the procurement process.
• Provide contract administration support, including invoice review, post-award conference support, contract file documentation, and related correspondence.
• Assist with Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request responses and ensure proper handling of procurement-sensitive information.
• Utilize automated acquisition and contract writing systems to track procurement status, funding, milestones, and closeout activities.
• Collaborate effectively with Contracting Officers (COs), Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs), program offices, and cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrate strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills, including the ability to anticipate issues and recommend proactive solutions.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with stakeholders at all levels.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of progressively responsible experience supporting all phases of the Federal acquisition lifecycle.
• 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.

Qualifications

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.

Pay

The proposed salary range for this position is $90K–$105K per year. This range reflects factors such as geographic location, skills, experience, training, certifications, contract-specific affordability, and organizational needs.

Schedule

This position is onsite 5 days/week in Rockville, MD. Seventh Sense will support your commute by contributing over $1,500 annually to your Transportation FSA.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with generous company match and immediate vesting.
• PTO and 11 paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Accident and Critical Care insurance options.
• Day off to celebrate your birthday.
• Day off on your company anniversary date.
• Day off to volunteer for the community service project of your choice.
• Bonus Plan that allows each member to financially benefit from company, team, and individual success.
• Peer-to-peer recognition platform that allows members to recognize each other’s accomplishments and contributions.
• Professional development opportunities including AI & Data Literacy Skills training and Federal Acquisition training, as well as resources to assist with family life and mental wellbeing.

About Us

Seventh Sense is an award-winning company focused on providing federal agencies with "Enlightened Solutions that Deliver Lasting Value". Our teams work with our clients to provide innovative solutions, enhance integration, and facilitate transparency of core acquisition. We are a 100% virtually operated Virginia-based company serving multiple clients across the US, and we have been recognized for 3 years in a row as a “Best Place to Work” by the Washington Business Journal.