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Job Title : Senior RFP SpecialistExperience: 5+ years in US State Government RFP’sIndustry: IT Staffing / Government ContractingWork Hours: U.S. Business Hours (EST/CST/PST)About the RoleWe are seeking a Senior USA State Government RFP Specialist with 5+ years of proven experience in responding to U.S. state government RFPs specifically for IT staffing services. The ideal candidate will be responsible for identifying relevant opportunities, leading proposal efforts end-to-end, and ensuring high win rates through strategic, compliant, and compelling bid submissions.Key ResponsibilitiesProactively identify and evaluate RFPs, RFIs, and RFQs from U.S. state and local government procurement systems.Manage registrations, logins, and profiles on procurement portals (e.g., Cal eProcure, eMaryland Marketplace, Texas SmartBuy, etc.).Review and interpret solicitation documents including scope of work, compliance requirements, technical requirements, and evaluation criteria.Lead the complete proposal lifecycle—from kickoff to final submission.Coordinate with internal stakeholders (recruitment, operations, HR, finance) to compile accurate and compelling proposal content.Prepare supporting documentation (resumes, rate cards, insurance certificates, etc.) tailored to each bid requirement.Track all RFP responses, monitor win/loss data, and apply lessons learned to improve future success.Stay current with changes in procurement rules, state regulations, and bidding strategies.Required Qualifications5+ years of hands-on experience responding to U.S. state-level RFPs for IT staffing or consulting contracts.Strong understanding of the full bid lifecycle for public sector IT staffing contracts.In-depth knowledge of procurement platforms such as:- Cal eProcure (California)- NYS Contract Reporter (New York)- Texas SmartBuy (Texas)- COMMBUYS (Massachusetts)Excellent command of written and spoken English and attention to detail.Familiarity with IT job roles, labor categories, and rate structures used in government contracts.Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and document formatting tools.Preferred QualificationsExperience responding to MSP/VMS bids (e.g., Beeline, Fieldglass, VectorVMS).Knowledge of MBE/WBE/DBE certification programs and compliance requirements.Experience using GovWin, BidNet, DemandStar, or similar platforms.Previous success in winning multi-year staffing contracts in the public sector.