Lead end-to-end proposal development for federal solicitations (RFP/RFI/RFQ/TO), ensure compliance with FAR, build compliance matrices, run color team reviews, manage timelines, coach writers, coordinate meetings, maintain proposal libraries, and support solution and strength statement development.
At Nüvitek, customer success is our Ethos; together, we drive transformational outcomes. We only succeed when our customers succeed. We partner with our customers to achieve business objectives by using our proven customer-centric, value-driven business practices and service delivery methodologies.
As a Proposal Manager, you will oversee the entire proposal process for government solicitations, including RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, Sources Sought, and Task Order (TO) requests issued across a range of federal contract vehicles. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
In assuming this position, you will be a critical contributor to meeting Nuvitek's mission: To deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions and services that enable our customers to rapidly adapt to dynamic environments.
As a Proposal Manager, you will oversee the entire proposal process for government solicitations, including RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, Sources Sought, and Task Order (TO) requests issued across a range of federal contract vehicles. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
In assuming this position, you will be a critical contributor to meeting Nuvitek's mission: To deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions and services that enable our customers to rapidly adapt to dynamic environments.
What you will do:
- Lead the end-to-end proposal process for government solicitations, ensuring compliance and quality.
- Collaborate with Business Development teams to develop winning strategies and incorporate key messages.
- Review RFPs and related documents to create compliant proposal materials.
- Analyze Section L (instructions) and Section M (evaluation criteria), build and maintain compliance matrices, and run color team reviews (Pink, Red, Gold) through final production and on-time submission.
- Provide guidance and coaching on persuasive writing techniques to capture teams and subject matter experts.
- Coordinate proposal meetings and events, managing discussions and materials.
- Support solution reviews and assist in developing strength statements.
- Manage proposal timelines, assignments, and deliverables, ensuring adherence to deadlines.
- Maintain proposal libraries and stay updated on relevant platforms and tools.
What you will bring:
- Knowledge of the Federal Procurement Process and the FAR.
- Experience leading or supporting proposals for Civilian (Civil) and/or Department Defense (DoD) agencies.
- Experience managing proposals across multiple contract types and vehicles, including Task Orders (TOs), Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts, Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs), and Other Transaction Authority (OTA) agreements.
- Excellent writing, editing, verbal communication, and presentation skills.
- Proficiency in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint, with the ability to work with web applications for collaboration and tracking.
- Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work under minimal supervision.
- Experience with proposal compliance audits and delivering project solutions to federal clients.
- Ability to give clear, concise directions and organize large volumes of information.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and meet deadlines.
- Resilience and ability to manage stress, with a sense of humor to navigate tense situations.
It would be great if you also had:
- Experience coordinating multiple proposal efforts simultaneously.
- Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
- Expertise with MS Office suite and PDF programs.
- Demonstrated ability to multitask, work in a fast-paced environment, and provide quality products.
- APMP certification (Foundation, Practitioner, or Professional) or formal Shipley proposal training.
- Familiarity with GWACs, the GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS), and agency-specific IDIQ vehicles, along with past performance and pricing volume coordination.
Benefits
Nuvitek is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Disability and Life Insurance
- Parental Leave
- 401K
- Paid Time Off
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Nuvitek is an equal-opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Nuvitek is an equal-opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
About
Nuvitek is a systems integrator and technology service provider who strive to improve it's customers performance through technological innovation and by delivering IT services that are faster and more efficient.We are a team of engineers who are passionate about solving technology problems, we believe with the right team and the right technology, IT organizations can solve complex problems and make your business leaner, faster and more flexible.Our team of engineers has more than 20 years of experience delivering successful IT projects to Federal Government and commercial clients. Our services put technology to work for our customers so that they can devote all their energies to their core mission.With our strong pool of talented, expert staff, Nuvitek has a sterling track record of providing innovative and reliable IT solutions in the area of IT modernization, cloud integration, infrastructure automation, IT operations, IT service management and data integration to both government and commercial clients.We believe in getting things done effectively and efficiently with simple, innovative solutions. Nuvitek believes in going above-and-beyond and delivering results — outstanding results.
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