Chevo Consulting Careers

Description

• Supporting the development of acquisition strategy, while focusing on streamlining processes to enable contract awards for the latest technological advancements. You will apply modernized processes and practices aligned with emerging technologies to accommodate dynamic requirements.
• Drive the implementation of strategic contract opportunities to support the overall mission of CISA.

• Participate in preparation of/and or review proposed Statement of Work (SOWs) and Statements of Objectives (SOOs) with contracting personnel and other team members.
• Participate in the assembling and issuance of Request for Quotes (RFQ) and Request for Proposals (RFP) and Amendments.
• Ensure all RFPs/RFQs contain appropriate and current FAR and Agency clauses.
• Ensure all RFP/RFQ have been reviewed by CO, Policy and Legal when appropriate.
• Ensure funding documents are accurate and complete.
• Assemble contract/task order files.
• Evaluate Change Requests (CR) and /or Change Order modifications.
• Prepare Task Order modifications and support documents.
• Attend meetings along with the Contracting Officer; and
• Prepare correspondence and make recommendations to CO regarding any problems relating to the contract/task order award or any modification.

• Knowledge of the Source Selection process.
• Ability to assist the Contracting Officer in developing acquisition strategies.
• Knowledge of processes for negotiated procurements, to include, but not limited to development of negotiation positions.
• Knowledge of contract administration principles and the practices to monitor contractor performance, including processing of contractors-invoices to ensure that they are forwarded to the paying office in a timely manner.
• Ability to assist with the closeout of contract/task orders in accordance with regulation and ensure proper disposition of file.

• Coordinate technical and cost analysis of proposals with the Contract Specialist/or Contracting Officer.
• Conduct fact finding to support contractor negotiations/discussions.
• Provide labor, overhead, and ODC rate validations.
• Perform cost/price analysis on contractor proposals.
• Research contract related information and data.
• Monitor, track, and maintain pertinent contract files and correspondence.

• Review all incoming invoices ensuring compliance with the Prompt Payment Act.
• Conduct research of contract related information.
• Process requests to subcontract from contractors, maintain subcontract status reports, and review contractor subcontract reports.
• Monitor and track GFP/GFI/GFE requirements.
• Maintain, update, and distribute COR letters and information.
• Prepare contract/task order modification and correspondence for close-out.
• Ensure official contract files are updated and in compliance with internal procedures.

• Ability to pass a government background investigation.
• 10+ years of acquisition experience and a Master’s degree.
• Experience supporting multi-functional technical teams for large, complex programs.
• Demonstrates a strong understanding of the contracting lifecycle and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and other regulatory and policy supplements, both government-wide (e.g., OMB Circulars) and specific to the Department of Homeland Security (e.g., HSAM).
• Knowledge of Federal and agency laws, regulations, and procedures applicable to the acquisition process and to the award and administration of contracts.
• Ability to assist with the award and administration of contracts/task orders in accordance with terms and conditions of applicable laws, regulations and procedures.
• Knowledge of processes for negotiated procurements, to include, but not limited to development of negotiation positions.
• Knowledge of contract administration principles and the practices to monitor contractor performance, including processing of contractors-invoices to ensure that they are forwarded to the paying office in a timely manner.
• Ability to assist with the closeout of contract/task orders in accordance with regulation and ensure proper disposition of file.
• Ability to assist in the performance of cost/price analyses of simple and complex contractor proposals.
• Experience with contract formation and management to support development of documentation for Products, Systems, Software, and Service Support contracts.
• A true team player who maintains a positive attitude in a dynamic environment.
• Values and provides excellent customer service.
• Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.

• 5+ years of DHS Acquisition experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of the DHS HSAR to provide support in the preparation for award and administration of government contracts, including Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity contracts, Cost Reimbursement Contracts, and Fixed-Price contracts.
• DAWIA/FAC Level III or NCMA Contracting or Program Management Certifications.