Acquisition Analyst (Job 1340)

About the role

DLH delivers improved health and national security readiness solutions for federal programs through science research and development, systems engineering and integration, and digital transformation. Our experts in public health, performance evaluation, and health operations solve the complex problems faced by civilian and military customers alike by leveraging advanced tools - including digital transformation, artificial intelligence, data analytics, cloud enablement, modeling, and simulation, and more. With over 2,400 employees dedicated to the idea that "Your Mission is Our Passion," DLH brings a unique combination of government sector experience, proven methodology, and unwavering commitment to innovation to improve the lives of millions. The Acquisition Specialist will support the Defense Health Agency (DHA) by providing comprehensive acquisition, contract, and performance management support within a federal environment. This role focuses on ensuring compliance with Department of Defense acquisition policies, including the Adaptive Acquisition Framework (AAF) and DoD 5000 series, while assisting in the development and execution of acquisition strategies, contract documentation, and reporting requirements. The specialist will manage deliverables, support financial and contract administration processes, and contribute to acquisition planning and decision-making. Strong technical writing, organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential, along with experience in federal acquisition environments. The position is hybrid, with occasional on-site support required in Falls Church, VA, and offers the opportunity to work closely with government stakeholders in a mission-driven setting.

Responsibilities

• Process CDRLs received by:
• entering CDRLs/deliverable requirements into the Deliverable Tracking System
• verifying CDRLs/deliverables and contract submittal letter
• checking submitted media for virus and soft format errors
• tracking data in the Deliverable Tracking System
• notifying the project team of receipt of the CDRL/deliverable
• recording acceptance/rejection in the CDRL/Deliverable Tracking System
• Support the acquisition decision-making process of the organization by analyzing the advantages and disadvantages of the proposed acquisition strategies/plans. Assist with market analysis, coordinate solutions, and ensure an acquisition complies with applicable laws and procedures.
• Adopt current best practice, recommendations of techniques and procedures, tools, and templates, and assist Government oversight personnel in the execution of their duties, such as Contracting Officer Representative (COR).
• Prepare documentation to support Commercial Solutions Openings (CSO), including but not limited to justification of innovation, evaluation reports, and simplified solicitation documents.
• Prepare documentation to support Other Transaction Authority (OTA), including but not limited to non-traditional participation, OTA agreements/contracts, and determination of prototype completion.
• Write business processes and process assets to support the Portfolio Acquisition Executive (PAE) model.
• Assist in preparing required documents (e.g. Memoranda, Purchase Request (PRs), acquisition strategy documents, performance work statements, procedures, spreadsheets, briefs, etc.).
• Assist in preparing performance work statements in detail to delineate the requirements to the contracting office in the proper format as required.
• Provide support for contract administration, including but not limited to review of contract modifications, extensions, and contract closeout documents. Organize, maintain, and electronically track all contracts and related documents.
• Establish and maintain a file maintenance plan to manage acquisition artifact configurations.
• Facilitate required meetings and forums to provide the stakeholders with increased visibility of planned acquisition activities, and to ensure task-related risks and issues are efficiently communicated & effectively mitigated.
• Assist in the acquisition planning

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