Job Description

LMI seeks a Contract and Acquisition Specialist who will work on-site at the client organization located at Fort Lee, Virginia.

The Contracts and Acquisition Specialist will provide subject matter expertise in the federal acquisition process and Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), acquisition and contract planning and preparation, procurement strategies, contract management, and acquisition/contract documentation support and tracking, software procurement and Licensing Management. Further responsibilities include responding to internal taskers as needed, attending meetings to represent the Program Management Office as the point of contact, and responding to client requests regarding Contracting and Acquisition Information.

LMI is a new breed of digital solutions provider dedicated to accelerating government impact with innovation and speed. Investing in technology and prototypes ahead of need, LMI brings commercial-grade platforms and mission-ready AI to federal agencies at commercial speed.

Leveraging our mission-ready technology and solutions, proven expertise in federal deployment, and strategic relationships, we enhance outcomes for the government, efficiently and effectively. With a focus on agility and collaboration, LMI serves the defense, space, healthcare, and energy sectors—helping agencies navigate complexity and outpace change. Headquartered in Tysons, Virginia, LMI is committed to delivering impactful results that strengthen missions and drive lasting value.

Responsibilities

• Strong understanding and familiarity with the full spectrum of federal contract types and procurement strategies (e.g., multi-award BPA/IDIQ, single award BPA/IDIQ, small business vs. large business, etc.)
• Experience conducting market research and defending whether acquisitions need to be full and open versus small business set aside. Strong understanding of Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCE), J&A development and guidelines, statutory regulations and price realism.
• Preparation of acquisition/contracts documents such as Sources Sought, RFIs, RFPs, Instructions to Offerors, Statements of Work, Sample Task Orders, IGCEs, evaluation plans, etc.
• Facilitating vendor conferences, vendor oral presentations, technical evaluation sessions, vendor discussions, etc.
• Developing discussion questions and responding to vendor questions. Establishing evaluation criteria and measures, creating evaluation packages and recommendations, and preparing award recommendations for Source Selection Committee.
• Assist in the enterprise acquisition, contract, and Task Order (TO) planning and execution processes.
• Assist in development, maintenance, of ordering guides and Acquisition Requirements Packages templates to standardize the documentation process for all customers.
• Provide support with Acquisition Strategy, DoDI 5000.75 requirements, Acquisition reporting, Acquisition support for Sustainment, Development & Deployment, and support Contract Development for Business Capabilities Acquisition.
• Provide software procurement, licensing maintenance support, and tracking of all contract actions and efforts for program management office.
• Experience with 508 The Accessibility Requirements Tool (ART) and DITCO Requirement Checklists

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or master’s Degree in business, management, finance, or a related discipline. 4 years of relevant experience may be substituted for required bachelor’s degree
• Active Secret Clearance required and ability to obtain CAC
• 5+ years’ experience supporting complex government and preferably US Army systems acquisitions preferred with working knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation
• Excellent proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and SharePoint.
• Ability to communicate clearly with a variety of stakeholders at all levels of leadership.
• Ability to effectively research solutions to problems and challenges with contracting.
• A true team player who maintains a positive attitude in a dynamic environment.
• Experience utilizing the Defense Travel System (DTS)

Target Salary Range: $76,000 - $130,000

Disclaimer: The salary range displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is not a guarantee of compensation. Individual salaries are determined by various factors including, but not limited to location, internal equity, business considerations, client contract requirements, and candidate qualifications, such as education, experience, skills, and security clearances.

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