This position will be assigned to the Air Force Service Center at Port San Antonio, TX.
This is a regular full-time category position with guaranteed 40 hrs. per week. Employees appointed to a regular category position are eligible for benefits.
This position will be assigned to the Air Force Service Center at Port San Antonio, TX.
This is a regular full-time category position with guaranteed 40 hrs. per week. Employees appointed to a regular category position are eligible for benefits.
Depending on Experience. Internal NAF pay setting rules apply.
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
As Contracting Pre-Award Liaison (PAL) serves as the key point of communication and coordination between internal stakeholders (such as directorates, project teams, procurement, and legal) during the pre-solicitation phase of the procurement process. Main focus and role focuses on ensuring that all parties involved in a procurement process understand and adhere to applicable policies, regulations, and timelines, and develops a complete pre-solicitation package prior to submitting to the assigned contracting activity. The Contracting PAL plays a crucial role in the early stages of the contract life cycle by coordinating all aspects of the pre-award process. This position services to perform pre-solicitation support by providing guidance and assistance to PMs/CORs and other customers in the course of developing, preparing, writing, reviewing and editing pre-solicitation packages for submission to the contracting activity for all new and recurring services. The PAL will review all pre-solicitation documents and facilitate recommended edits and revisions to the requirements owners (PMs/CORs) to improve consistency with industry best practices, commercial practices and ensures the documentation is compliant with the appropriate regulatory guidance and statutory limitations (e.g., inherently governmental functions and personal services). Serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders during the pre-award phase of contracts. Ensures that solicitations comply with applicable federal, state, or organizational procurement regulations. Provides guidance on completing PWS/SOO/SOW, marketing research and Independent Government Estimates. Responds to inquiries related to pre-proposal meetings or vendor briefs. Assists in coordination and facilitation of multi-functional kick-off and acquisition meetings between requirements owners (PMs/CORs) and their management, the budget/finance POC, the security POC and the CO/contract specialists (CSs) and planning boards. Submits Pre-solicitation package submission to the assigned contracting activity. Reports the contracting activity's acquisition status and include status of expiring contracts. Conducts regularly scheduled and unscheduled self-inspections ensuring the Contracting organization is compliant with DoDI 4105.67, DAFMAN 64-119, Operating Instructions, and applicable regulations. Performs other duties as assigned.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12729210
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 05/15/2025
Business Based Action, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience:
Experience with contracting principles, policies, and procedures. Proven experience as a contracting professional in achieving program results to ensure that mission objectives are met. Experience with business practices and market conditions as applicable.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's):
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.
Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 05/15/2025 to receive consideration.
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