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Job 6000 Manager IT Finance Short Title: IT Project Budget Specialist Statement of Work (SOW)
1 Request for Quote
Florida Department of Transportation
State Term Contract No. 80101507-23-STC-ITS
2
Overview
2.1
The Florida Department of Transportation (Department), is requesting resumes and hourly rate quotes for staff augmentation resources meeting the specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) listed below. The Department will select the candidate that provides the best overall value to the State, based on skill set and rate.
Term
: The contract term for this Staff Augmentation position is intended to be
11/1/2025 - 6/30/2026
, with possible renewal, based on excellence in work provided, need, and budget availability.
NOTE
: "Term " does not mean the awarded contractor or resource are locked in for the full year - any contractor or resource may be terminated for cause, convenience, or funding during the contract term.
VENDOR BILL RATE
: It is the responsibility of the vendor to submit rates in accordance with the pre-established rates within the State Contract. These rates can be found at the following address: https://www.dms.myflorida.com/business_operations/state_purchasing/state_contracts_and_agreements/state_term_contracts/information_technology_staff_augmentation_services .
Candidate Submission
: FDOT is accepting one (1) candidate submission per vendor for this position.
Rate Increase
: Please do not impose a rate increase for any subsequent year of the contract as part of your bid response. This is a firm fixed price and will be increased only at the discretion of the Department, based on consultant job performance and availability of funds. Imposing additional increases will automatically disqualify the candidate submission from consideration.
Quote Evaluation
: Quotes will be evaluated based on the specifications identified in the scope of services and sub sections below. The eQuote will be awarded to the Contractor who presents a Candidate who demonstrates the best value to the Department based upon the response provided. The submission of additional work samples, or in person interview(s) may be requested at the discretion of the Department.
Face to Face Interviews
: t the hiring manager's discretion, interviews may be conducted via Microsoft Teams or in person.
Telecommuting
: Teleworking is not authorized for this position.
Work Hours Flexibility to work hours between 7:00 AM & 7:00 PM and/or Saturdays, either on a rotation or as part of a regular and on call work schedule.
This position will report to
: Burns Building 605 Suwannee Street Tallahassee, FL 32399
Conflict of Interest Statement
: To prevent any bias, unfair competitive advantage, conflict of interest, or the appearance of impropriety, Vendor employees must not have been directly or indirectly involved in the development of the Scope of Services or related solicitation documentation for which the Vendor is preparing a bid. If the Vendor employee worked in conjunction with the Department on the development of the solicitation document, the Vendor is disqualified from submitting a bid for this solicitation. The Vendor personnel assigned to other Department projects outside this Agreement shall hold and maintain any confidential information that could benefit the Vendor on future solicitations in the strictest confidence.
The Department will avoid Organizational Conflict of Interest through mitigation efforts in three categories:
. "
Unequal Access
" wherein an unfair competitive advantage surfaces when a Vendor obtains information not generally available to other competitors, and where such information would assist them in winning the contract over their competitors. B. "
Impaired Objectivity
" wherein a support Vendor is performing duties that involve assessing or evaluating itself or a related entity. C. "
Biased Ground Rules
" wherein the Vendor is writing the SOW, performing systems engineering, or providing technical direction efforts.
Need help with MFMP
? Contact the MFMP Customer Service Desk at 866-352-3776 if you have any questions regarding application functionality. 4. Scope of Services
The candidate selected for this position must be a highly motivated, self-starter, independent worker with high initiative. The candidate must possess excellent communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills, with keen attention to detail. The scope of work the candidate will perform is broad. The candidate will provide financial management for the Office of Information Technology. The candidate will lead the analysis, development, and implementation of financial services for IT planning and control. The candidate will analyze, prepare, and monitor the IT budget and expenditures. The candidate will develop proposals with supporting documentation and justification.
5 Education
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or another related field.
6 Experience 5-7 years of financial management experience, including managing teams responsible for economic analysis, planning, cost analysis, and financial statements. Experience with Florida Statewide Financial Management Systems. Experience with Florida legislative budget processes. Experience leading cross-functional implementation projects, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving organizational change. 7. Primary Job Duties/ Tasks
The activities this candidate will be tasked with include, but are not limited to the following:
nalyzing IT financial conditions and developing recommendations for senior IT leadership Providing financial statements such as monthly budgets and summary reports Reviewing and approving deliverables for contract and purchase order payments Developing financial metrics and conducting reviews to ensure compliance Driving standard accounting practices, reconciliations, and consistent reporting Ensuring compliance with Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, as well as internal policies Create user guides, process documentation, and self-service resources Implement automated feedback collection and analysis procedures Develop continuous improvement workflows and enhancement tracking systems Must complete daily reporting activities Other duties as assigned 8. Job Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
The submitted candidate must be able to apply the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
Knowledge of financial management principles and practices, particularly in IT environments Knowledge of IT budgeting processes, cost accounting, and financial planning methodologies Knowledge of government procurement regulations and compliance requirements Knowledge of IT infrastructure costs, licensing models, and technology lifecycle management Knowledge of financial analysis techniques including cost-benefit analysis and ROI calculations Knowledge of budget development processes and variance analysis Knowledge of IT service management and operational cost structures Knowledge of legislative budget request processes and documentation requirements Knowledge of financial reporting standards and audit procedures Knowledge of IT project financial management and capital expenditure planning Skill in advanced financial analysis and modeling capabilities Skill in budget preparation and justification documentation Skill in proposal development with comprehensive supporting materials Skill in stakeholder communication and presentation of financial information Skill in cross-functional collaboration between IT and finance teams Skill in financial forecasting and trend analysis Skill in variance analysis and budget monitoring Skill in cost allocation and chargeback methodologies Skill in financial reporting and dashboard creation Skill in risk assessment for IT investments bility to lead complex financial analysis projects from conception to implementation bility to synthesize technical IT requirements into clear financial justifications bility to communicate complex financial concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences bility to manage multiple budget cycles and financial planning initiatives simultaneously bility to adapt financial strategies to evolving IT needs and organizational priorities bility to ensure accuracy and compliance in all financial documentation and reporting bility to build consensus among diverse stakeholders on financial decisions bility to think strategically about long-term IT financial planning while managing day-to-day operations bility to Coordinate Cross-Functional Teams - Team leadership, resource allocation, and performance management bility to Drive Continuous Improvement - Innovation promotion, best practice implementation, and optimization culture bility to plan, organize, coordinate, prioritize, and manage complex work assignments and project schedules. bility to follow established processes and practices. bility to adhere to compliance standards. bility to ensure thorough and complete communication with all stakeholders and the chain of command, including immediate and appropriate follow-through. 9. General Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
The submitted candidate must be able to apply common knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas: Self-Management:
Must have the initiative to derive the next steps of an assignment with little guidance. Communication
: Can clearly convey information, in both written and verbal formats, to individuals or groups in a wide variety of settings (i.e., project team meetings, management presentations, etc.). Must have the ability to effectively listen and process information provided by others, as well as take comprehensive notes. Customer Service
: Works well with clients and customers (i.e., business office, public, or other agencies). Able to assess the needs of the customer, provide information or assistance to satisfy expectations, or resolve a problem. Decision Making
: Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions utilizing critical thinking skills and analysis. Flexibility
: is open to change, new processes (or process improvement), and new information. Can adapt in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. Ability to receive and give constructive criticism and maintain effective work relationships with others. Interpersonal
: Shows friendliness, courtesy, understanding, and politeness to others. Leadership
: Motivates, encourages, and challenges others. Can adapt leadership styles in a variety of situations. Problem Solving
: Able to identify, evaluate, and use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternative actions, and make recommendations accordingly. Team Building
: Encourages, inspires, and guides others toward accomplishing the common goal. Quality Assurance
: Knowledge of the ideologies, techniques, and tools for quality assurance and control. The ability to put the ideologies, techniques, and tools into practice.
Job 6000 Manager IT Finance Short Title: IT Project Budget Specialist Statement of Work (SOW)
1 Request for Quote
Florida Department of Transportation
State Term Contract No. 80101507-23-STC-ITS
2
Overview
2.1
The Florida Department of Transportation (Department), is requesting resumes and hourly rate quotes for staff augmentation resources meeting the specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) listed below. The Department will select the candidate that provides the best overall value to the State, based on skill set and rate.
Term
: The contract term for this Staff Augmentation position is intended to be
11/1/2025 - 6/30/2026
, with possible renewal, based on excellence in work provided, need, and budget availability.
NOTE
: "Term " does not mean the awarded contractor or resource are locked in for the full year - any contractor or resource may be terminated for cause, convenience, or funding during the contract term.
VENDOR BILL RATE
: It is the responsibility of the vendor to submit rates in accordance with the pre-established rates within the State Contract. These rates can be found at the following address: https://www.dms.myflorida.com/business_operations/state_purchasing/state_contracts_and_agreements/state_term_contracts/information_technology_staff_augmentation_services .
Candidate Submission
: FDOT is accepting one (1) candidate submission per vendor for this position.
Rate Increase
: Please do not impose a rate increase for any subsequent year of the contract as part of your bid response. This is a firm fixed price and will be increased only at the discretion of the Department, based on consultant job performance and availability of funds. Imposing additional increases will automatically disqualify the candidate submission from consideration.
Quote Evaluation
: Quotes will be evaluated based on the specifications identified in the scope of services and sub sections below. The eQuote will be awarded to the Contractor who presents a Candidate who demonstrates the best value to the Department based upon the response provided. The submission of additional work samples, or in person interview(s) may be requested at the discretion of the Department.
Face to Face Interviews
: t the hiring manager's discretion, interviews may be conducted via Microsoft Teams or in person.
Telecommuting
: Teleworking is not authorized for this position.
Work Hours Flexibility to work hours between 7:00 AM & 7:00 PM and/or Saturdays, either on a rotation or as part of a regular and on call work schedule.
This position will report to
: Burns Building 605 Suwannee Street Tallahassee, FL 32399
Conflict of Interest Statement
: To prevent any bias, unfair competitive advantage, conflict of interest, or the appearance of impropriety, Vendor employees must not have been directly or indirectly involved in the development of the Scope of Services or related solicitation documentation for which the Vendor is preparing a bid. If the Vendor employee worked in conjunction with the Department on the development of the solicitation document, the Vendor is disqualified from submitting a bid for this solicitation. The Vendor personnel assigned to other Department projects outside this Agreement shall hold and maintain any confidential information that could benefit the Vendor on future solicitations in the strictest confidence.
The Department will avoid Organizational Conflict of Interest through mitigation efforts in three categories:
. "
Unequal Access
" wherein an unfair competitive advantage surfaces when a Vendor obtains information not generally available to other competitors, and where such information would assist them in winning the contract over their competitors. B. "
Impaired Objectivity
" wherein a support Vendor is performing duties that involve assessing or evaluating itself or a related entity. C. "
Biased Ground Rules
" wherein the Vendor is writing the SOW, performing systems engineering, or providing technical direction efforts.
Need help with MFMP
? Contact the MFMP Customer Service Desk at 866-352-3776 if you have any questions regarding application functionality. 4. Scope of Services
The candidate selected for this position must be a highly motivated, self-starter, independent worker with high initiative. The candidate must possess excellent communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills, with keen attention to detail. The scope of work the candidate will perform is broad. The candidate will provide financial management for the Office of Information Technology. The candidate will lead the analysis, development, and implementation of financial services for IT planning and control. The candidate will analyze, prepare, and monitor the IT budget and expenditures. The candidate will develop proposals with supporting documentation and justification.
5 Education
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or another related field.
6 Experience 5-7 years of financial management experience, including managing teams responsible for economic analysis, planning, cost analysis, and financial statements. Experience with Florida Statewide Financial Management Systems. Experience with Florida legislative budget processes. Experience leading cross-functional implementation projects, managing stakeholder relationships, and driving organizational change. 7. Primary Job Duties/ Tasks
The activities this candidate will be tasked with include, but are not limited to the following:
nalyzing IT financial conditions and developing recommendations for senior IT leadership Providing financial statements such as monthly budgets and summary reports Reviewing and approving deliverables for contract and purchase order payments Developing financial metrics and conducting reviews to ensure compliance Driving standard accounting practices, reconciliations, and consistent reporting Ensuring compliance with Florida Statutes, Florida Administrative Code, as well as internal policies Create user guides, process documentation, and self-service resources Implement automated feedback collection and analysis procedures Develop continuous improvement workflows and enhancement tracking systems Must complete daily reporting activities Other duties as assigned 8. Job Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)
The submitted candidate must be able to apply the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:
Knowledge of financial management principles and practices, particularly in IT environments Knowledge of IT budgeting processes, cost accounting, and financial planning methodologies Knowledge of government procurement regulations and compliance requirements Knowledge of IT infrastructure costs, licensing models, and technology lifecycle management Knowledge of financial analysis techniques including cost-benefit analysis and ROI calculations Knowledge of budget development processes and variance analysis Knowledge of IT service management and operational cost structures Knowledge of legislative budget request processes and documentation requirements Knowledge of financial reporting standards and audit procedures Knowledge of IT project financial management and capital expenditure planning Skill in advanced financial analysis and modeling capabilities Skill in budget preparation and justification documentation Skill in proposal development with comprehensive supporting materials Skill in stakeholder communication and presentation of financial information Skill in cross-functional collaboration between IT and finance teams Skill in financial forecasting and trend analysis Skill in variance analysis and budget monitoring Skill in cost allocation and chargeback methodologies Skill in financial reporting and dashboard creation Skill in risk assessment for IT investments bility to lead complex financial analysis projects from conception to implementation bility to synthesize technical IT requirements into clear financial justifications bility to communicate complex financial concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences bility to manage multiple budget cycles and financial planning initiatives simultaneously bility to adapt financial strategies to evolving IT needs and organizational priorities bility to ensure accuracy and compliance in all financial documentation and reporting bility to build consensus among diverse stakeholders on financial decisions bility to think strategically about long-term IT financial planning while managing day-to-day operations bility to Coordinate Cross-Functional Teams - Team leadership, resource allocation, and performance management bility to Drive Continuous Improvement - Innovation promotion, best practice implementation, and optimization culture bility to plan, organize, coordinate, prioritize, and manage complex work assignments and project schedules. bility to follow established processes and practices. bility to adhere to compliance standards. bility to ensure thorough and complete communication with all stakeholders and the chain of command, including immediate and appropriate follow-through. 9. General Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs):
The submitted candidate must be able to apply common knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas: Self-Management:
Must have the initiative to derive the next steps of an assignment with little guidance. Communication
: Can clearly convey information, in both written and verbal formats, to individuals or groups in a wide variety of settings (i.e., project team meetings, management presentations, etc.). Must have the ability to effectively listen and process information provided by others, as well as take comprehensive notes. Customer Service
: Works well with clients and customers (i.e., business office, public, or other agencies). Able to assess the needs of the customer, provide information or assistance to satisfy expectations, or resolve a problem. Decision Making
: Makes sound, well-informed, and objective decisions utilizing critical thinking skills and analysis. Flexibility
: is open to change, new processes (or process improvement), and new information. Can adapt in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles. Ability to receive and give constructive criticism and maintain effective work relationships with others. Interpersonal
: Shows friendliness, courtesy, understanding, and politeness to others. Leadership
: Motivates, encourages, and challenges others. Can adapt leadership styles in a variety of situations. Problem Solving
: Able to identify, evaluate, and use sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternative actions, and make recommendations accordingly. Team Building
: Encourages, inspires, and guides others toward accomplishing the common goal. Quality Assurance
: Knowledge of the ideologies, techniques, and tools for quality assurance and control. The ability to put the ideologies, techniques, and tools into practice.