Contract/Acquisition Specialist (Remote)

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DLS is an engineering firm with 30 years of Federal Government contracting experience. Our small business efficiencies coupled with a commitment to excellence allow us to provide reliable solutions with integrity for our nation's most critical defense and national security priorities.

Contract/Acquisition Specialist (Remote)

DLS Engineering (DLS) is looking for a Contract/Acquisition Specialist to join our team for a full-time remote position in support of the U.S. Coast Guard Command, Control, Communication, Computer, Cyber and Intelligence Service Center (C5ISC). You will have the opportunity to work on acquisition projects ranging from $250K-$50M+ and collaborate with Coast Guard Product Line Managers and Shared Service Division Chiefs. Prior Coast Guard experience is helpful but not required for this position.

A Day in the life:

  • Lead acquisition planning for Coast Guard C5I systems, services, and products
  • Draft Performance Work Statements (PWS), Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), and Acquisition Plans that meet FAR, HSAM, and CGAP requirements
  • Conduct market research and develop Source Selection Plans with evaluation criteria that identify key discriminators
  • Facilitate Acquisition Integrated Product Team (A-IPT) meetings with stakeholders to define requirements and review acquisition strategies
  • Prepare "actionable" acquisition packages that are accepted by Contracting and Procurement staff without rework
  • Support solicitation and evaluation (ALT Phase 2) and negotiation/award activities (ALT Phase 3) as directed by Contracting Officers


When I read the below it sounds like me:

  • Hold a FAC-C Professional or FAC-C COR, DAWIA in Contracting, or a Legacy certification, or a commercial equivalent.
  • Have 3 to 5+ years of recent experience in government acquisition planning, market research, aiding government in requirements development, defining evaluation factors, and Purchase Request package development for Government acquisitions valued over $3M.
  • Experience developing acquisition artifacts including:
    • Performance Work Statements (PWS) / Statements of Work (SOW) / Statements of Objectives (SOO)
    • Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE)
    • Acquisition Plans (AP)
    • Justification & Approvals (J&A)
    • Market Research Reports
    • Source Selection Plans and Evaluation Criteria
    • Quality Assurance Surveillance Plans (QASP)
    • Contract Data Requirements Lists (CDRLs)
  • Must be able to pass a government background check
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Preferred experience/knowledge includes:
    • Experience procuring IT hardware, software, and service
    • Understanding of Command, Control, Communications, Cyber, and Computing (C5I) systems
    • Professional services contracting experience
    • Agile procurement methodologies

Post-hire Training Requirement (Not required for application):

All hired candidates will complete C5I Acquisition Liaison Personnel Qualification Standard (PQS) Level 1 certification within the first 60 days of employment. This is Coast Guard-specific training provided after hire.

Other information:

  • We offer a competitive salary and a 401k program with company match.
  • We offer a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance.
  • We offer a generous paid time off package
  • If accommodation is needed with the application and / or the interview process for applicants with disabilities, please contact Human Resources at 757-494-5151.
  • DLS is an E-Verify company.
  • DLS is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to age, race, religion, sex (pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), national origin, or disability. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you believe you have been discriminated against, please contact Barbara Ellison. You also have the right to file a charge of discrimination with the equal employment opportunity commission.
  • Must be able pass a government background check, which will be completed before employment.


The pay range for this role is:

65,000 - 75,000 USD per year (Remote)
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