Senior Contract Specialist [2569]

About the Role

Seventh Sense is seeking a Senior Contract Specialist to support the execution of high-volume, mission-critical acquisition activities across the full contract lifecycle. This role is designed for a high-performing acquisition professional who can operate independently, manage multiple concurrent actions, and deliver accurate, audit-ready, and acquisition-ready documentation that enables Contracting Officers (COs) to make timely and defensible decisions. The selected candidate will provide non-inherently governmental acquisition support across pre-award, solicitation, evaluation, award, and post-award phases in a fast-paced federal environment.

What Success Looks Like In This Role

• Procurement packages are complete, accurate, and require minimal rework
• Solicitation documents are aligned, defensible, and ready for release
• Evaluation documentation is traceable, compliant, and protest-resistant
• Contract files are organized, audit-ready, and maintained in real time
• COs and acquisition teams are enabled, not slowed down, by your support

Key Competencies

• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to interpret and apply acquisition regulations
• Proactive issue identification and resolution
• Ability to operate independently in a high-demand environment

Work Environment

This position supports a federal acquisition environment in Rockville, MD, on-site. The role requires close collaboration with Contracting Officers, Program Managers, and acquisition stakeholders. Seventh Sense will support your commute by contributing over $1,500 annually to your Transportation FSA.

Responsibilities

Pre-Award Acquisition Planning

• Develop and maintain acquisition planning documentation
• Conduct and document market research (RFIs, Sources Sought, Industry Days)
• Draft SOWs, SOOs, and PWSs aligned to mission requirements
• Prepare acquisition plans, milestone schedules, and procurement strategies
• Support the development of IGCEs and procurement packages
• Prepare J&As, D&Fs, and pre-award notices

Solicitation Support

• Prepare solicitations and amendments (RFPs, RFQs) using FAR and HHSAR
• Ensure alignment between Sections L and M, evaluation criteria, and contract structure
• Post solicitations via SAM.gov, GSA eBuy, and other platforms
• Manage amendments and track vendor Q&A responses
• Maintain complete and compliant solicitation files

Evaluation Support (Non-Decision Making)

• Coordinate evaluation logistics and support Government-led evaluation sessions
• Prepare evaluation templates, scoring sheets, and documentation tools
• Document evaluator inputs without altering judgment
• Support preparation of evaluation reports, competitive range documentation, and negotiation materials
• Assist in drafting debriefing materials and protest response documentation

Award Support

• Prepare contract award documentation for Government review
• Utilize PRISM and other systems for contract documentation and processing
• Support clearance reviews and approval workflows
• Prepare award notices and post-award communications
• Assist with FPDS-NG reporting support

Post-Award Administration

• Prepare contract modifications (funding, scope, options)
• Support invoice review, validation, and tracking (IPP experience preferred)
• Maintain contract files in audit-ready condition
• Support contract closeout activities, including deobligation tracking
• Prepare responses to claims, cure notices, and related documentation

Requirements

• 10+ years of federal acquisition experience
• Strong working knowledge of FAR and HHSAR
• Demonstrated experience supporting the full acquisition lifecycle
• Experience with cost reimbursable contracts
• Experience developing: SOW/PWS/SOO, IGCEs, Solicitations (RFP/RFQ), Evaluation documentation
• Experience supporting high-volume acquisition environments
• Proficiency with: PRISM, Microsoft Office Suite, SharePoint-based file management systems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple concurrent contract actions independently

Preferred Qualifications

• FAC-C or DAWIA Certification (Level II or higher)
• Experience supporting HHS, HRSA, or similar civilian agencies
• Experience supporting source selection activities
• Familiarity with audit readiness and file compliance reviews
• Knowledge of acquisition data reporting and transparency systems supporting federal procurement (e.g., FPDS and successor platforms and agency reporting tools)

Schedule

This position is on-site in Rockville, MD. Hiring timeframe: immediate.

Benefits

Seventh Sense will contribute over $1,500 annually to your Transportation FSA.