Senior Technical RFP Writer (IT Consulting and Federal Staffing Services)

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced RFP Writer with over 4 years of hands-on experience in writing, reviewing, and managing federal RFPs specifically for IT consulting services and staffing. The ideal candidate will have an in-depth understanding of federal procurement processes, thorough experience with compliance matrices, and expertise in driving the end-to-end proposal development process, including color code reviews.

Key Responsibilities: Lead the development, writing, and submission of RFP responses for IT consulting services and federal staffing opportunities. Review RFPs to identify and outline the requirements and develop the compliance matrix. Manage the proposal process to ensure deadlines are met, including coordinating inputs from subject matter experts. Drive and manage the color code reviews (Pink, Red, Gold) to ensure the proposal meets all requirements. Ensure all RFP responses are compliant, accurate, and professionally written. Work closely with the business development team to refine strategies and responses tailored to specific federal agency needs. Coordinate the development of supporting documents such as past performance, staffing plans, technical proposals, and pricing strategies. Review and edit proposals for compliance, clarity, and content quality. Submit final proposals to federal agencies and ensure compliance with submission deadlines and requirements.

Required Qualifications: Minimum 7 years of experience in writing and managing federal IT consulting and staffing RFPs. Proven experience in developing compliance matrices, coordinating inputs, and managing RFP timelines. Expertise in driving color code reviews (Pink, Red, Gold) and proposal quality assessments. Strong knowledge of FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulation) and experience working on federal contracts. Exceptional writing, editing, and communication skills. Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple RFPs simultaneously. Proven track record of successful RFP submissions and awards in the federal space. Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, IT, or a related field (preferred).

Preferred Qualifications: Experience with proposal management software/tools. Familiarity with federal contracting portals (SAM.gov, FPDS, etc.). Certified in proposal management (e.g., APMP).