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)