Proposal Development Specialist

ISPA Technology, LLC

paid holidays, 401(k)

United States, D.C., Washington

Mar 18, 2025

Position:
Proposal Development Specialist

Location:

Tampa, FL / Panama City Beach, FL / Washington DC

Job Id:
353

# of Openings:
1

Proposal Development Specialist (Hybrid)

Location: Hybrid - Washington DC, Tampa, FL, Panama City Beach, FL

Join Our Mission-Driven Team!

We are seeking a highly skilled Proposal Development Specialist with a proven track record in federal government contracting. This role combines expertise in proposal management and business development to drive growth and secure new contracts as part of a small highly functioning team. The ideal candidate will have exceptional writing, project management, and communication skills, coupled with the ability to manage medium-to-complex proposals from inception to submission.

Proposal Development and Management:

Lead the development, writing, and editing of proposals in response to Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Information (RFIs), and Requests for Quotes (RFQs) in line with company processes.
Analyze solicitations to ensure compliance with all requirements and develop annotated outlines, compliance matrices, and schedules.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including technical, operations, and leadership, to gather information and create compelling, compliant proposals.
Translate technical concepts into clear, persuasive narratives for evaluators.
Oversee proposal reviews, revisions, and final submission to meet deadlines.

Business Development Support:

Research and identify federal contracting opportunities using platforms such as SAM.gov, GovWin, GSA eBuy, and agency forecasts.
Prepare detailed opportunity briefs and conduct market analysis to align opportunities with business objectives.
Develop and maintain relationships with clients, teaming partners, and stakeholders to foster growth.
Support cost/pricing activities, staffing estimates, and the development of competitive pricing models.

Content Management and Administration:

Maintain a repository of reusable proposal content, templates, and past performance data.
Coordinate and manage proposal schedules and deadlines, ensuring high-quality and timely submissions.
Track and report on business development metrics and proposal win rates.

Additional Duties:

Support oral presentations and client meetings as needed.
Assist with internal process improvements for proposal development and business development workflows.
Contribute to the development of win themes, success factors, and discriminators based on capture plans.

REQUIREMENTS:

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Engineering, or related
3+ years of government contracting with hands on proposal management and business development
Proven success in creating high quality proposals for federal contracts, including the DoD.
Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and federal procurement processes.

Why Join ISPA Technology?

Competitive salary + bonus potential
Full health, vision, and dental coverage
Generous PTO + 11 paid holidays
401(K) with company match
A culture that recognizes and rewards your contributions
Hybrid work flexibility & opportunities for career growth

ISPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with applicable federal laws and regulations. Selection for positions will be based solely on merit, qualifications, and the needs of the organization.

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