Martek Global Services is seeking an experienced Mid-Level Acquisition Specialist to provide federal acquisition and program support for the National Institutes of Health (NIH). The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience supporting Federal acquisitions throughout the acquisition lifecycle, including acquisition planning, solicitation, award, contract administration, and closeout.
This position will work collaboratively with Contracting Officers (COs), Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs), program offices, and cross-functional teams to support timely, compliant, and effective acquisition activities. Experience supporting NIH, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), or similar Federal acquisition environments is highly valued.
Position Details
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday (or 5 days/week)
Work Location: Remote
Salary Range: $78,000.00 – $85,000.00
Responsibilities
- Support Federal acquisition activities throughout the acquisition lifecycle, including planning, solicitation, award, administration, and closeout.
- Interpret and apply Federal acquisition regulations, policies, and procedures, including the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and HHS Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR).
- Support the development and review of procurement request packages and acquisition documentation.
- Prepare and review acquisition strategies, Statements of Work (SOWs), Performance Work Statements (PWSs), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs), source selection plans, business case analyses, and related documentation.
- Provide pre-award and post-award acquisition support for services, supplies, and information technology (IT) requirements.
- Monitor acquisition activities, milestones, and performance metrics, including Procurement Administrative Lead Time (PALT).
- Support source selection activities, including preparation of evaluation documentation and maintenance of procurement records.
- Provide contract administration support, including invoice review, post-award conference coordination, contract file maintenance, and preparation of correspondence.
- Assist with responses to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and appropriately handle procurement-sensitive information.
- Utilize automated acquisition and contract writing systems to track procurement status, funding, milestones, and contract closeout activities.
- Collaborate with COs, CORs, program offices, and other stakeholders to identify acquisition issues and recommend practical solutions.
- Prepare clear, accurate, and timely written communications, reports, and acquisition documentation.
Required
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible experience supporting Federal acquisition activities across the acquisition lifecycle.
- Demonstrated experience providing pre-award and post-award Federal acquisition support.
- Working knowledge and experience applying the FAR and other applicable Federal acquisition regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Experience developing and/or reviewing Federal acquisition documentation, such as SOWs, PWSs, IGCEs, acquisition strategies, source selection documentation, or similar materials.
- Experience using automated acquisition and/or contract writing systems.
- Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, written communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.
Preferred
- Experience supporting NIH or HHS acquisition organizations.
- Knowledge and experience applying the HHSAR.
- Experience preparing acquisition documentation using NIH acquisition
About Martek
Founded in 1996 with nothing more than a desk in an attic, Martek Global Services, Inc. (“Martek”) has grown into a nationwide professional services company with a growing team of more than 100 employees supporting Federal agencies and commercial clients across the United States. Headquartered in Georgetown, Washington, DC, we provide expertise in facilities management, program management, healthcare, technology, engineering, logistics, security, and professional support services. Our success is built on delivering exceptional service to our customers while fostering a collaborative culture where employees are empowered to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact.
Why Martek?
At Martek, we know our success starts with our people. That's why we're committed to providing competitive benefits, meaningful recognition, and programs that support your health, well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance. When you join Martek, you become part of a team where your contributions are valued, your achievements are recognized, and your career can grow.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Company-Paid Life Insurance & Long-Term Disability
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Meaningful employee recognition programs
- Employee recognition and rewards program
- Wellness and charitable giving programs
- Employee referral bonus program
As a federal contractor, Martek encourages qualified protected veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or hiring process, please contact Human Resources.
Learn more about Martek at www.martekglobal.com
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Skills Required
- At least five years of progressively responsible experience supporting Federal acquisition activities across the acquisition lifecycle
- Experience providing pre-award and post-award Federal acquisition support
- Working knowledge and experience applying the Federal Acquisition Regulation and other applicable Federal acquisition regulations, policies, and procedures
- Experience developing or reviewing Federal acquisition documentation, including SOWs, PWSs, IGCEs, acquisition strategies, or source selection documentation
- Experience using automated acquisition or contract writing systems
- Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, written communication, and interpersonal skills
- Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited institution
- Ten years of directly relevant Federal acquisition experience may substitute for a bachelor's degree
- Experience supporting NIH or HHS acquisition organizations
- Knowledge and experience applying the HHS Acquisition Regulation
- Experience preparing acquisition documentation using NIH acquisition processes
What We Do
From breaking ground to gaining ground, Martek works with organizations to help them move, grow, and excel by becoming your organization's right hand assistant. We do all the work you require so that you can focus on what you do best. Our approach is best described as one of partnership with our customers. We work very hard from day one of every project to develop an in-depth understanding of each customers' operations, systems, and goals. Using this knowledge and insight, we align our services to optimize operations and deliver cost and time savings for our customers. Our workforce includes over 150 skilled professionals in the following divisions: Acquisition Support, Healthcare Solutions, Business Support, Facilities Support, and Real Estate. Under our Acquisition Support Division, Martek provides full lifecycle support of purchasing and procurement activities for any government agency. Martek Healthcare Solutions provides IO&T turnkey solutions to ensure any new design-build, relocation or expansion is on time and on budget. In our Business Support Division, we provide everything from administrative support to records management to litigation support. Whether managing daily facility operations, handling complex relocations, overseeing design and construction, or acting as a facility integrator, Martek’s Facilities Division stands ready to serve your organization’s exact facilities or equipping needs. For government agencies and commercial entities, Martek’s Real Estate Division offers comprehensive real estate solutions includes: development brokerage services, ground up Build-to-Suit, and property management. We help customers get “There”. With customers in both the federal government and commercial sectors, Martek stands ready to bring it all together as one integrated solution to help your organization get “There”.
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