Contract To Hire Opportunity For An It Procurement Officer

We have a CONTRACT TO HIRE opportunity for an IT Procurement Officer for the Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services in Richmond VA. I am forwarding the JD for your reference. Kindly review it and let me know if you would be interested in this opportunity.

JD:

DBHDS - IT Procurement Officer - TWO ROLES- 6 mo C-H (726474)

Work Location:  1220 Bank Street Richmond VA 23219

Rate: $55 on W2 hourly( No Benefits) or $60 on 1099/ C2C or compensation of USD 95K plus benefits + 10 Days PTO + Healthcare (50% Employer sponsored) + Dental and Vision (Employee sponsored) + 10 State, Federal and Floating Holidays for this position

Need TWO IT Procurement Officers to handle IT Procurements.

6 mo Contract to Hire is the intent of these roles.
Parking not included for contractors

ON SITE:  2 days a /week required.

Parking not provided for contractors but there are paid parking lots available downtown.
DBHDS are looking to fill TWO Contract To HIRE roles, approximate date of hire within 6 months of start
If selected, salary conversion for the full-time role ranges up to $95k with full benefits.
The contractors are welcomed to apply for the full-time role (which will be posted on the agency's website) HOWEVER no guarantees the contractor will be selected for the full time role. The contractor will need to apply directly and go thru the agency's interview process for the full-time role if they are interested.  
ABOUT THE ROLE
IT Procurement Officer
Job Description:
We are seeking two qualified and motivated individuals to join our team as an IT Procurement Officer/Analysts. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing IT procurements, ensuring adherence to all applicable laws, policies, and procedures. This position involves facilitating the IT RFP evaluation process, collaborating with stakeholders, and serving as a subject matter expert in IT procurement matters.
Key Responsibilities/Day to Day:
1. Process IT procurements using various procurement methods, including Mandatory Source, Single Quote, Quick Quote, IFB, RFP, Sole Source, and Emergency.
2. Follow the procurement process in compliance with relevant laws, policies, and procedures outlined in the BuyIT Manual, PAS Desktop Procedures, and DBHDS Departmental Instruction.
3. Lead the IT RFP evaluation process, conducting necessary evaluation activities to determine the suitable supplier for negotiations.
4. Consult with PAS Leadership and VITA SCM on procurement-related issues and concerns.
5. Develop and execute negotiation strategies in collaboration with end users.
6. Serve as the IT Procurement subject matter expert, educating and guiding PAS and end users on procurement processes, legal compliance, confidentiality, and ethical standards.
7.  Collaborate with end users to review and correct deficiencies in requirements, statements of work, and purchase requisitions.
8. Maintain regular communication with end users, providing status updates and addressing issues during the procurement process.
9. Consult with PAS Deputy Director or Director on complex and/or high-profile projects.
10. Contact suppliers as needed to resolve issues and discrepancies in a timely manner.
 

Required / Desired Skills

Skill

Required / Desired

Amount

of Experience

5 years of General Procurement experienceRequired5Years

Prior STATE AGENCY experience as a Procurement Officer is BIG PLUSDesired  

Having experience with VITA's BuyIT Manual.Desired  

VCO (Virginia Contracting Officer) CertificationDesired  

Global Candidate Requirements

Skill

Required / Desired

Amount

of Experience

Questions

Description

Question 1Commonwealth of Virginia security policies prohibit the use of offshore IT contractors. Do you attest to the fact that your candidate will physically reside within the US for the duration of the assignment?

Question 2Please list candidate's email address.

Question 3In what city and state does the contractor currently reside?

Question 4Role requires 2 days on site each week. No exceptions. Does your candidate agree to this arrangement if selected?

Question 5DBHDS is looking to fill TWO Contract To HIRE roles, approximate date of hire within 6 months of start. There is NO GUARANTEE the contractor will be offered the FT role. They will need to apply and interview, if interested. Is your contractor aware of this?

Question 6If your contractor has any of the desired experience/certs PLEASE make sure there are details on the resume that clearly reflect it!! Saying yes in the skills matrix then I cannot find the info to support it on the resume is a waste of everyone's time!