Job Title: Contract Specialist
Location: Remote CONUS
Contract Type: Non-personal services, full-time (40 hours/week)
Period of Performance: Base year + four option years + potential 6-month extension
Position Overview
The Contract Specialist provides acquisition support for large-scale design, construction, and transportation projects. This role supports cradle-to-grave contracting functions under the guidance of a federal Contracting Officer, including acquisition planning, solicitation development, source selection, award processing, contract administration, and closeout.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct acquisition planning and market research in coordination with project teams and Contracting Officer
- Prepare and issue solicitations, amendments, and Requests for Proposals/Quotes
- Support source selection activities, cost/price analysis, and negotiation documentation
- Draft award packages and distribute final contract documentation
- Maintain electronic contract files and resolve payment or wage determination issues
- Process contract modifications, evaluate contractor proposals, and document negotiations
- Prepare closeout documentation and ensure compliance with FAR, DIAR, and agency policies
Minimum Qualifications
Education (must meet one of the following):
- Completion of an accredited 4-year bachelor’s degree with a major in any field; or
- Contracting/Acquisition/Procurement experience of at least 20 years; or
- Completion of 24 semester hours in Business in any combination of the following disciplines: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management; and
- Possession of Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) Professional or equivalent (e.g., DAWIA Level II/III)
A bachelor’s degree in any of the listed business disciplines satisfies both the degree and 24 semester hour requirement when paired with FAC-C Professional or equivalent certification.
Experience:
- Minimum 5 years of federal contracting experience
- Experience with construction and architect-engineer services preferred
- Ability to obtain HSPD-12 PIV and pass background/security clearance
Systems and Tools
- FPDS, PRISM, FBMS, SAM.gov, IPP
- Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
- SharePoint and other agency-specific platforms
Work Environment and Compliance
- Remote work setup; contractor provides home office equipment
- Core hours: 9:00 AM–3:00 PM Mountain Time, Monday–Friday
- No work on federal holidays
- Contractor personnel must clearly identify as non-government (e.g., email signature, badge, directory listings)
- No access to government vehicles, internal HR services, or employee-only events
Security and Training Requirements
- Completion of IT Security Awareness training upon onboarding and annually
- Signed Rules of Behavior and confidentiality agreements
- Compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive 12 (HSPD-12)