FindStaff are seeking 6-8 Experienced Tender Evaluation Officers for a government agency based in Canberra. Full-time work from home arrangements are possible across Sydney for the right candidates.

***************LEVEL: APS5*******************

********Baseline Security clearance Required*******

Primary purpose of the role

The Tender Evaluation Officers will lend their expertise to the ongoing management of the end-to-end tender refresh cycle for the 'open often' marketplaces and panels managed by the Agency

The Tender Evaluation team uses a range of tools such as Sharepoint, MS Word, and MS Excel to support components of the process. Knowledge and prior experience using these tools along with a formal Certificate IV in Government Procurement and Contracting, would be advantageous; however, training will be provided to the selected candidates.

In your capacity as a Tender Evaluation Officer, you will be responsible for evaluating tender applications and providing support, guidance, and strategic input to help shape continuous improvements throughout panel and Marketplace establishment and refresh cycles. Demonstrating sound judgement in the interpretation of the Commonwealth's procurement rules and policies governing a tender application and evaluation process, the role will support activities in providing businesses the opportunity to apply for inclusion on our panels and marketplaces, allowing them to participate in Australian Government procurements.

Hours and rate

May 5th Start date
Monday-Friday 37.5 hours per week

Attractive $54.89-$62.98 per hour

12-week contract - possibility of extension!

Responsibilities and Capabilities

• Probity management
• Critiquing technical specifications and responses to procurement policies
• Validation of statutory insurance and compliance documentation,
• Examine tender documentation and Head Agreements to understand the requirements for each Marketplace.
• Evaluate and score an applicant's tender submissions based on the criteria set out by the Tender Evaluation Committee.
• Perform checks on tenderers to verify their information including financial compliance and insurance documentation, and
• Providing recommendations to the chair on applicant suitability.

• including:

• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders on the development of tender documentation in compliance with all legislative and audit requirements, for the establishment and/or refresh of a marketplace or panel.
• Managing end-to-end panel refreshes and/or Request for Tender activities in line with procurement and contract requirements.
• Undertake administrative and evaluation functions for the tender process,
• Monitor, track, and provide regular updates on the status of the marketplace or panel refresh, escalating risks and providing advice on corrective actions.
• Organise the signing and delivery of Enrolment letters and Head Agreements to successful applicants.
• Facilitate debriefs to unsuccessful applicants.
• Review of Seller profiles, offerings, and their related compliance documentation (STRs, Insurances, WGEA etc.) to the marketplace or panel.
• Other ad hoc duties associated with the role, that would form part of the establishment or refresh of a marketplace or panel.

Ideal Candidates

We're looking for Self-Starters who are digitally focused - ready and eager to commence as soon as possible.

Attention to detail and analytical skills

• Dealing with a diverse an ongoing and repetitive project requiring quality outcomes
• Distilling business needs to identify fit for purpose options

Critical thinkers for decision making and utilising agile methodologies

• Works under general direction within a clear framework of accountability
• Plans and manages own work priorities within the context of the role and project priorities.
• Has autonomy to initiate their own work and that of others and is responsible for meeting allocated objectives.

Requirements

• Baseline Security clearance Required
• Degree Qualification in Procurement/Supply Chain/ Contract Management/Business or related field (desired)
• 3- 5 years experience in a similar role
• Experience or the ability to demonstrate a sound understanding of the Commonwealth Procurement Framework including the Public Governance, Performance and Accountability (PGPA) Act and Commonwealth Procurement Rules (CPR's).
• Effective problem solving and decision-making skills.
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, work effectively under pressure, and work effectively within a team environment.
• Working knowledge and experience with SharePoint, MS Word, MS Excel
• Experience working on Government tenders or panel refreshes

Benefits

• Working for a highly reputable government organisation
• Canberra/Work from home Locations
• Weekly pay

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