Cost/Price Analyst SME
Description CLGT Solutions, LLC dba CLOVEHITCH is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned small mission-focused business that provides professional solutions in the areas of intelligence, financial management, linguistics and administrative functions. CLOVEHITCH is seeking a Cost/Price Analyst SME to support the Federal Retirement Thrift Investment Board (FRTIB) Acquisition Management Division (AMD). This role supports acquisition operations and provides comprehensive cost estimating and price analysis support across the full range of federal procurement activities. This position is contingent upon contract award. Supervisory Responsibilities:N/A Principal Duties and Responsibilities: Cost Estimating & IGCE DevelopmentDevelop Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) using appropriate methodologies tailored to the type and complexity of each procurement. Collaborate with program offices to collect technical inputs, cost drivers, historical pricing, and estimating assumptions. Pricing & Proposal EvaluationSupport cost/price analysis across all contract types, including micro‑purchases, simplified acquisitions, task orders, BPAs, interagency agreements, and large contracts. Review proposals, quotes, and bids to assess cost realism, reasonableness, accuracy, and compliance. Support development of cost evaluation plans and pricing strategies. Assist Contracting Officers in drafting cost proposal instructions, pricing templates, and recommended cost exhibits. Negotiation & Contract Administration SupportProvide pricing analysis and support during discussions and negotiations. Review contractor pricing submissions and validate option pricing prior to exercise. Support contract administration activities including funding tracking, cost variance analysis, and documentation reviews. Cost Data ManagementMaintain and enhance historical cost databases and pricing repositories to support ongoing and future IGCE development. Compile and analyze pricing trends, cost drivers, and vendor patterns to support data‑driven acquisition decisions. Workload ExpectationSupport approximately 120 cost/pricing actions annually across the acquisition portfolio. Process ImprovementRecommend improvements to cost estimating structures, templates, and methodologies to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and consistency across AMD. Required Experience, Skills and Abilities:10+ years cost/price experience. Knowledge of federal contracting pricing methods and cost evaluation techniques. Strong analytical skills and ability to interpret complex cost data. Education and Other Requirements:Bachelor’s degree required Due to federal contract requirements, this position is restricted to U.S. citizens with eligibility for a suitability clearance Clean background check Preferred Qualifications:Federal acquisition or financial management experience CCP, CPP or equivalent pricing/cost certifications Physical Demands This position is primarily sedentary and involves extended periods of sitting, working at a computer, and communicating via phone or video conferencing in a remote office environment. Position Environment, Type & Hours of Work Full-time, remote; standard business hours aligned with client schedule and based on eastern time zone. Travel Minimal travel may be required. CLOVEHITCH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Apply To This Job