Contract Specialist

Key Responsibilities

• Support Contracting Officers (COs) and Contract Specialists (CSs) in acquisition planning activities, including conducting and documenting market research
• Affiliate in the development and administration of wage adjustments in accordance with the Service Contract Act (SCA)
• Provide contract administration support by documenting procedures and maintaining tools to track contract performance, deliverables, and procurement activities
• Support contractual and financial operations to ensure alignment with program goals and compliance requirements
• Provide procurement support across a variety of actions, including ratifications, claims, and bid protests
• Affiliate in contract closeout activities by conducting audits and analyses of contract files, including program and financial documentation, to ensure completion of services, proper invoicing, and payment
• Support documentation of contract actions, including terminations (default or convenience), and assist in negotiations and resolution of claims or disputes
• Affiliate in the preparation, processing, and modification of procurement instruments, including Delivery Orders, Task Orders, Purchase Orders (POs), and Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs)
• Maintain accurate and organized contract files in accordance with federal regulations and internal policies

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Contract Management, Finance, or a related field preferred
• 2 to 5 years of experience supporting federal contracts or government procurement activities
• Familiarity with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Service Contract Act (SCA) requirements
• Experience supporting contract lifecycle activities, including acquisition planning, administration, and closeout
• Strong analytical, organizational, and documentation skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a structured environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel and Word