Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting federal acquisition compliance, documentation development, and acquisition strategy activities across the full acquisition lifecycle
Demonstrated experience supporting federal IT acquisitions across the full lifecycle
Strong knowledge of federal acquisition regulations and contracting processes
Experience developing acquisition documentation and strategies
Requirements:
Provide expert guidance on federal acquisition and contracting regulations, policies, and procedures
Support all phases of the acquisition lifecycle, from planning through post-award administration
Develop and review acquisition documentation, including RFIs, SOOs, PWS, cost estimates and evaluation criteria, market research and analysis
Assist in developing acquisition strategies, including contract type selection, market research, small business considerations, and use of contract vehicles (e.g., GSA Schedules, IDIQs, BPAs)
Job description
IT Acquisition Subject Matter Expert (SME) Clearance: Public Trust
Position Summary: Nationwide IT Services is seeking an experienced IT Acquisition Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the USDA RD Technology Office by providing end-to-end acquisition support across the full program lifecycle. This role ensures compliance with federal acquisition regulations and supports the planning, development, execution, and management of IT procurements.
This is a remote position, contingent upon contract award.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide expert guidance on federal acquisition and contracting regulations, policies, and procedures.
Support all phases of the acquisition lifecycle, from planning through post-award administration.
Develop and review acquisition documentation, including:
Requests for Information (RFIs)
Statements of Objectives (SOOs)
Performance Work Statements (PWS)
Cost estimates and evaluation criteria
Market research and analysis
Collaborate with stakeholders to define and refine IT requirements aligned with mission needs.
Assist in developing acquisition strategies, including:
Contract type selection
Market research
Small business considerations
Use of contract vehicles (e.g., GSA Schedules, IDIQs, BPAs)
Conduct cost, schedule, and cost-benefit analyses; validate financial and budgetary inputs.
Track and manage acquisition packages from initiation through award.
Support post-award contract administration, including performance monitoring and issue identification.
Assist with Quality Assurance (QA) activities, including surveillance planning and execution.
Provide acquisition-related training and promote best practices.
Qualifications:
Minimum of 5 years of experience supporting federal acquisition compliance, documentation development, and acquisition strategy activities across the full acquisition lifecycle.
Demonstrated experience supporting federal IT acquisitions across the full lifecycle
Strong knowledge of federal acquisition regulations and contracting processes
Experience developing acquisition documentation and strategies
Ability to perform cost analysis and evaluate contract performance
Strong collaboration and communication skills.
Why Join Nationwide IT Services?
Nationwide IT Services is a trusted government contractor supporting Department of Defense customers. We offer the opportunity to work on high-impact cybersecurity missions alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative and growth-focused environment.
