Contract/Acquisition Specialist/Administrator II

Montech Inc. is a leader in business support solutions, offering professional and technical services for federal and state clients, tribal governments, and commercial customers. Headquartered in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Montech Inc. has employees who perform work in multiple states including Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Louisiana, Maryland, Missouri, Montana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Washington and Texas. Established in 2011, we are a U.S. SBA 8(a) Program Graduate, a Minority Owned Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, Indian Small Business Economic Enterprise (ISBEE), and Woman-Owned Small Business.

Montech Inc. currently recruits for over 90 different labor categories. Montech Inc. has established strict screening, hiring and retention processes to provide our customers with the best technical support staff. Our team is passionate about the work we do and the important missions we support. We pride ourselves on being a responsible partner our customers can count on for reliable performance and outstanding customer service.

Overview

Montech is seeking a highly skilled Contract/Acquisition Specialist/Administrator II to provide full‑lifecycle federal acquisition support to the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE). This role supports K‑12 schools and BIE program offices across 23 states, delivering timely, compliant procurement services under the Revolutionary Federal Acquisition Regulation Overhaul (RFO) framework. Personnel must demonstrate strong regulatory fluency, disciplined communication, and the ability to manage a high‑volume portfolio in a dynamic, mission‑driven environment. To maintain operational efficiency, personnel must adhere to rigorous communication standards, including real-time tracker updates and 24-hour inquiry responses, while facilitating necessary outreach and training sessions to support mission objectives.

Summary of Responsibilities

The Contract/Acquisition Specialist/Administrator II shall provide comprehensive, full-lifecycle acquisition support primarily focused on K-12 school requirements, working in direct coordination with an assigned Contracting Officer to ensure regulatory compliance and mission success.

Core Acquisition Portfolio Management

• Execute simplified acquisitions, task orders, utility contracts, and recurring service requirements.
• Manage modifications, option exercises, deobligations, and closeouts for assigned schools and offices.
• Acknowledge all formal PR assignments within 2 business days.
• Maintain weekly tracker updates and ensure real‑time accuracy.

Requirements Development & Pre‑Award Support

• Draft Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), Statements of Objectives (SOO), and related requirements documents.
• Develop Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) through market analysis and historical pricing research.
• Conduct comprehensive market research, including socioeconomic searches (ISBEE, IEE, Small Business, HUBZone) and Buy Indian Act documentation.
• Prepare acquisition plans, milestone schedules, and strategy recommendations.

Solicitation & Source Selection

• Prepare RFQs, RFPs, combined synopsis/solicitations, and two‑phase design/build packages in FBMS.
• Support informal and formal source selections, including evaluation documentation, D&Fs, J&As, and SBA coordination.
• Ensure all solicitation terms, conditions, and regulatory requirements are accurate and complete.

Contract Award & Post‑Award Administration

• Assist the Contracting Officer with negotiations, discussions, and pre‑award objectives.
• Prepare award documents, COR designation letters, and FPDS reporting packages.
• Monitor contractor performance, deliverables, milestones, and compliance with contract terms.
• Process invoices, manage funding status, and support contract closeout.

PRISM & Tracker Management

• Clear unassigned PRs from PRISM at least three times per week.
• Add, update, and close actions in the PR tracker; recommend and implement improvements.
• Maintain the Contract Inventory Log for all service and construction contracts.

Required Reporting & System Proficiency:

• Support recurring BIE reporting requirements, includingMonthly Commitment Report; Open PR Report; UDO Report; PoP Expiring Report; Quarterly Burn Reports; Annual Efficiency Report
• Utilize FBMS, PRISM, eFiling, SAM.gov, and other federal acquisition systems.
• Complete required onboarding training: IT FISSA/Security Awareness, FBMS, PRISM, eFiling.

Program Management & Compliance Responsibilities

• Participate in technical working groups, program management reviews, and strategic planning activities.
• Contribute to audit responses, workload analysis, and process improvement initiatives.
• Support BIE in meeting federal performance metrics, including: Acquisition Management Review (AMR) pass rates and Small Business, Competition, and Buy Indian Act goals
• Provide acquisition training, school planning support, and BIE‑wide outreach sessions.
• Market Analysis & Strategy: Conduct thorough market research to identify socioeconomic sources (ISBEE, IEE, Small Business) and develop written acquisition plans.

Qualifications

To qualify for the Contract/Acquisition Specialist/Administrator II position, candidates must demonstrate a solid foundation in federal procurement through a combination of professional experience and academic achievement:

• Professional Experience: A minimum of four (4) years of direct, relevant experience in the acquisition field, demonstrating a thorough understanding of the procurement lifecycle.
• Educational Foundation: A Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent level of education is required to ensure the analytical and communication skills necessary for complex contracting.

Security

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a pre‑employment drug test and a federal background investigation to obtain and maintain a Public Trust suitability determination with the Department of the Interior, Indian Affairs. The investigation may include a review of employment, criminal, financial, and personal history. Applicants must be U.S. Citizens and maintain eligibility throughout the period of performance. Must sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) and protect all non-public government information