Contract Specialist, Government RFP & Federal Contracting
Overview
Own the end-to-end government contract lifecycle at scale, guiding RFP responses from strategy through submission. You will craft proposals aligned with FAR and client goals, collaborating with cross functional teams to optimize win rates. This role blends regulatory expertise with persuasive writing and rigorous documentation practices to drive new business in federal and private sectors.
What You'll Do5
- 1Build and lead the development, writing, and submission of RFPs and government solicitations to win federal and private contracts
- 2Drive compliance with FAR and procurement regulations across the contract lifecycle and maintain meticulous contract documentation
- 3Coordinate with internal teams on strategic planning, pricing, and business development to maximize opportunities
- 4Manage multiple contracts simultaneously with strong attention to detail and timely deliverables
- 5Negotiate terms and refine proposal content to improve clarity, accuracy, and competitiveness
Requirements5
- 1Bachelor's degree required
- 22 years experience in RFP response and or government contracting preferred
- 3Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- 4Experience with Salesforce, SAM.gov, GovGPT or similar tools preferred
- 5Strong written and verbal communication with negotiation and change management skills
Salary Insight
$50 - $250k per year
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