3 Government jobs in Uttarakhand

Proposal Writer – Federal / Government Contracts (RFP, RFQ, RFI)

Location: Pune, India / Remote

Type: Full Time

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Proposal / Content Writer to lead and support the development of high-quality, compliant responses to Federal and State RFQs, RFPs, and RFIs across the USA and Canada. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the government contracting process, exceptional writing and organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

This role is pivotal to our business development efforts, ensuring our proposals are compelling, compliant, and competitive . You will collaborate with cross-functional teams—including technical SMEs, project managers, and executives—to craft detailed, visually engaging proposals that align with solicitation requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the creation, writing, and editing of RFQ/RFP/RFI responses for Federal and State government clients.
• Develop compliance matrices, outlines, and capability matrices to ensure responses meet all solicitation criteria.
• Participate in capture planning, pre-bid meetings , and strategy development with stakeholders.
• Coordinate and consolidate inputs from technical teams, SMEs, and leadership to develop tailored proposal content.
• Manage task orders under IDIQ contract vehicles , ensuring all documentation and submissions are accurate and complete.
• Write clear, concise, and persuasive technical, management, and past performance volumes .
• Design and incorporate visually engaging graphics, tables, and infographics to enhance proposal quality and readability.
• Oversee proposal schedules, version control, and submission logistics to ensure all deadlines are met.
• Continuously improve proposal templates, processes, and content libraries to support future submissions.
• Ensure strict adherence to compliance, formatting, and style guidelines for each submission.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in proposal development for Federal and/or State contracts in the USA and/or Canada.
• Deep understanding of RFP/RFQ/RFI processes , including IDIQ task orders and FAR compliance .
• Proven ability to write technical and non-technical content clearly and persuasively.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple concurrent deadlines .
• Experience with content management systems, document collaboration tools, and graphic design tools (e.g., Adobe InDesign, Canva, MS Visio, etc.).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word, Excel, PowerPoint .
• Excellent English written and verbal communication skills .
• Detail-oriented with a strong focus on quality assurance and compliance .
• Bachelor’s degree in English, Communications, Journalism, Business, or a related field (Master’s degree a plus).

Preferred Skills (Nice to Have)

• Prior experience working with US or Canadian Federal Government agencies .
• Familiarity with GSA Schedules, SAM.gov , or eProcurement platforms.
• Knowledge of Shipley or APMP proposal methodologies .
• Exposure to public sector procurement in IT, healthcare, defense, or infrastructure domains .

Job Description – Civil Works & Service Procurement Lead

Position Overview

The Civil Works & Service Procurement Lead is responsible for managing the sourcing, negotiation, and contracting of Civil Works & Services to support the organization’s operational and strategic needs for its Renewable Energy Projects (Solar, Wind, BESS) across India. New Vendor Development will be the prime responsibility for this role. The role ensures timely and cost-effective procurement while maintaining quality, compliance, and strong vendor relationships. The lead will be responsible for managing a team of Buyers & Associate Leads for his segment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Procurement Strategy & Planning

- Develop and implement procurement strategies for Civil Works and Service-related requirements in alignment with company objectives.

- Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality or service levels.

2. Vendor Management

- Identify, evaluate, and onboard good quality Civil Works and Service Providers as per business needs. New Vendor Development will be the prime responsibility for this role.

- Maintain strong vendor relationships to ensure reliability, quality, and continuous improvement.

- Conduct regular vendor performance evaluations and address non-performance issues.

3. Sourcing & Contract Management

- Lead end-to-end sourcing processes including RFQ/RFP preparation, bid evaluation, and vendor selection.

- Negotiate terms, pricing, and service-level agreements (SLAs) to achieve the best value.

- Draft, review, and manage service contracts ensuring compliance with legal and company policies.

4. Cost & Quality Control

- Monitor service delivery to ensure contractual obligations are met.

- Track and control procurement budgets for services.

- Identify process improvement areas to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

5. Compliance & Reporting

- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, legal regulations, and industry standards.

- Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, contracts, and vendor data.

- Prepare periodic procurement reports for management review.

Qualifications & Experience

- Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field (MBA preferred).

- 14–18 years of experience in procurement, with at least 8–10 years in Civil Works & Services procurement.

- Strong knowledge of sourcing, contract management, and vendor management practices.

- Experience in negotiating large-scale service contracts.

- Familiarity with ERP systems and procurement software.

Skills & Competencies

- Strong negotiation and communication skills.

- Analytical and problem-solving abilities.

- Relationship management and stakeholder engagement.

- Knowledge of relevant laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.

- Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• New Quality Vendor Development
• Cost savings achieved through service procurement.
• On-time contract execution and service delivery.
• Vendor performance ratings.
• Compliance adherence.