Acquisition Professional (AP) 4 (SRN)

BCT-LLC is seeking a senior-level Acquisition Professional (AP). The ideal candidate must possess an active TS/SCI w/Poly. This position is located in Laurel, Maryland.

A career at BCT-LLC says you want to contribute and make a difference to something larger than yourself where success results from the dedication our team members have in building success for our customers and their mission.

If you are seeking a meaningful work experience along with a workplace culture that thrives on teamwork, we invite you to explore this career opportunity to join us.

This Acquisition Professional 4 Draft pre-solicitation documents that reflect the Government's requirements while adhering to all applicable Agency policies and federal regulations. Draft acquisition strategy documents and assist the Government in implementing the strategies. Advise in the interpretation and tailoring of DoD/IC/Agency acquisition regulations/memorandums. Ensure affordable, supportable and effective systems are delivered to the customer. Provide assistance in analyzing and developing improved policies, plans, methods, procedures, and systems of acquisition management.

Role Description:

• Support Government Program Managers (GPMs) in the identification and collection of Minimum Acquisition Requirements.
• Coordinate and schedule pre-acquisition meetings, to include IPTs.
• Conduct market research and document findings.
• Draft market surveys and analyze results.
• Draft Competition in Contracting Act (CICA) justifications for other than full and open competition.
• Write requirements documents to include Statements of Work (SOWs), Statements of Objectives (SOOs), Technical Task Orders (Completion and LOE), Labor Categories, and Performance Work Statements (PWS).
• For Non-Major System Acquisitions and Non-Acquisition Category efforts below $93M, assist the Government in documenting, and implementing contract/acquisition strategies including preparation of briefing slides for Acquisition/Contract Strategy Meetings, Pre-ASM/$5M Brief to Head of Contracting, and Pre-solicitation Conferences.
• Assist the Government in documenting source selection plans and proposal requirements including writing Source Selection Plans (SSPs), Proposal Preparation Instructions (PPis) and Proposal Evaluation Criteria (PECs).
• Provide assistance in analyzing and developing improved policies, plans, methods, procedures, and systems of acquisition management.
• For Non-Major System Acquisitions and Non-Acquisition Category efforts above $93M, assist the Government in documenting, and implementing contract/acquisition strategies including preparation of briefing slides for Acquisition/Contract Strategy Meetings, Pre-ASM/$5M Brief to Head of Contracting, and Pre-solicitation Conferences.
• For Non-Major System Acquisitions and Non-Acquisition Category efforts of any value, assist the Government in setting acquisition strategies by recommending strategies that take into account the specific set of requirements, any schedule considerations, the current political climate, and relevant acquisition policies.
• Write Award Fee Plans documenting the Government's strategies to incentivize performance.
• Assist the Government in providing oversight and compliance review of acquisition documentation at all levels of preparation.
• Advise in the interpretation and tailoring of DOD/IC/Agency acquisition regulations/memorandums to ensure affordable, supportable and effective systems are delivered to the customer.
• For Major System Acquisitions and Acquisition Category efforts of any value, assist the Government in documenting, and implementing contract/acquisition strategies including preparation of briefing slides for Acquisition/Contract Strategy Meetings, Pre-ASM/$5M Brief to Head of Contracting, and Pre-solicitation Conferences.
• Provide assistance in acquisition process improvement initiatives.
• For Major System Acquisitions and Acquisition Category efforts of any value, assist the Government in setting acquisition strategies by recommending strategies that take into account the specific set of requirements, any schedule considerations, the current political climate, and relevant acquisition policies.
• Assist the Government in developing Major System Acquisition program documentation and preparing for Milestone Decisions.

Qualification requirements include:

• Fifteen (15) years of demonstrated combined experience in DoD/IC acquisition management, DoD/IC contracting, or DoD/IC contract management is required.
• Minimum five (5) years experience writing pre-solicitation documents in compliance with Policy 8-2, including annexes, or another DoD/IC Agency's similarly guiding acquisition policy.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience guiding Major System Acquisition programs through the acquisition life cycle including preparation for multiple Milestone Decisions (Milestone Decisions A, B, C, IOC and/or FOC).
• A Bachelor's Degree with a business or technical focus is required.
• In lieu of a degree, DAWIA Level II in any focus area and an additional three (3) years of directly related experience for a total of eight (18) years may be substituted.
• In lieu of certification three (3) years of directly related experience for a total often (21) years may be substituted.

What we Offer

BCT-LLC offers a highly competitive benefit package to include:

• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Independent 401(k) and Investment Advisory Services
• BCT-Funded Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Health/Dental/Vision Coverage
• Life/AD&D Insurance Coverage paid 100% by BCT
• Disability Coverage paid 100% by BCT
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition/Training Reimbursement
• Gym or Fitness Membership Reimbursement ($70 per month)
• Reimbursement for pet adoptions through 501c3 nonprofits, $300 per calendar year
• STEM Scholarship. BCT provides a $500 scholarship opportunity offered annually for one employee or intern or the child of an employee enrolled in an undergraduate program concentrating on a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) discipline. BCT leadership will announce an annual call for essays to compete for this scholarship.
• Jacquelyn Tate Memorial Scholarship Opportunity. BCT provides a $1,000 scholarship annually for one employee or child enrolled in an undergraduate program in memory of our founding President, Jacquelyn Tate. BCT leadership communicates an annual call for essays to compete for this scholarship with an award date of August 12 each year.

Who is BCT?

BCT, LLC is a woman-owned small business founded in 2006. Since then, BCT has worked tirelessly to construct a foundation laser-focused on its core values of Humility, Respect, Integrity, Loyalty, Kindness, Gratitude, Innovation, and Initiative. In mobilizing these values, BCT has delivered exceptional service to its valued customers and seeks to maintain that reputation at each step. Headquartered in Annapolis Junction, MD, they serve customers throughout the DMV and beyond. With a combined 70 years of experience directly supporting the missions of National Security, BCT’s leadership knows their business better than most. Employees find themselves highly supported by a dedicated and available home-office team and leadership whose focus is their employees' success and happiness. In short, BCT does a small business like none other - check out the difference!

BCT LLC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All facets of employment, including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based solely on merit & business need. Candidates and Employees will never be subject to discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, genetic information, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.