Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. iLabs Inc. is a federal IT small business delivering application development, modernization, and operations and maintenance support to federal civilian agencies. The Proposal Writer/Manager will lead end-to-end responses to federal solicitations while writing and editing proposal content, managing compliance and schedules, and supporting capture and business development activities.
Responsibilities
- Own end-to-end proposal development for federal RFI, RFP, and RFQ responses, from kickoff through submission
- Write, edit, and tighten proposal content (technical, management, and past performance volumes) in a clear, compliant, and persuasive federal voice
- Build and maintain compliance matrices, proposal schedules, and outlines tied directly to solicitation requirements (Sections L and M)
- Coordinate inputs from subject matter experts, capture leads, pricing, and contracts, and turn rough input into finished proposal sections
- Plan and run color team reviews (pink, red, gold) and incorporate reviewer feedback under tight deadlines
- Support capture activities: competitive intelligence, teaming partner coordination, capture plans, and win theme development
- Support broader BD and Capture activities: Attend BD networking events, opportunity qualification, pipeline tracking, past performance and resume database maintenance, and content library management
- Help develop and refine proposal templates, boilerplate, and reusable content to improve efficiency on future pursuits
- Track solicitation amendments, Q&A submissions, and compliance requirements throughout the proposal lifecycle
Skills
- Demonstrated experience responding to federal RFI, RFP, and RFQ solicitations is required
- Prior experience as a proposal writer and/or proposal manager in the federal government contracting space
- Working knowledge of proposal development methodology (e.g., Shipley or similar) and FAR-based solicitation structures
- Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills, with the ability to translate technical input into clear, compelling proposal narrative
- Comfort managing multiple concurrent proposal efforts and deadlines in a small business environment
- Willingness and interest in supporting capture and BD activities beyond proposal writing alone
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with executive leadership, given the size of the team
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience
- Must be a US citizen and able to obtain a Public Trust position
- Experience supporting small business, 8(a), or WOSB proposal efforts
- Familiarity with GSA MAS, OASIS+, STARS III, SEWP, or similar federal contract vehicles
- Experience with civilian agencies such as USDA, DOL, or FDA
- Experience with proposal and capture management tools (e.g., GovWin, SAM.gov, Salesforce, or similar)
- Based in or open to travel/coordination with the Kansas City or DMV area
Benefits
- Two weeks paid vacation
- All federal holidays observed as company holidays
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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