CONTRACT SPECIALIST

CONTRACT SPECIALIST Work Authorization: US Citizen Location: Kittery, Maine Role Summary Active security clearance required The Contract Specialist will provide comprehensive federal acquisition and contracting support throughout the acquisition lifecycle, including acquisition planning, market research, solicitation preparation, proposal evaluation, price analysis, contract award, and post-award administration. The position requires strong knowledge of federal acquisition regulations, contracting procedures, and automated acquisition systems. Roles And Responsibilities Support the full acquisition lifecycle for commercial and non-commercial supplies and services.Conduct market research and assist in developing acquisition strategies and procurement documentation.Prepare and review Requests for Quotations (RFQs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and related solicitation documents.Conduct price analysis, develop Independent Government Estimates (IGEs), and support cost and pricing reviews.Assist with source selection activities, proposal evaluations, pre-negotiation planning, and contract negotiations.Prepare contract award documentation and support contract modifications, option exercises, and other post-award actions.Support contract administration, contractor performance issue resolution, and acquisition file documentation.Prepare and maintain required contract data and support Federal Procurement Data System–Next Generation (FPDS-NG) reporting.Use electronic contracting, procurement, and Government acquisition systems to complete assigned tasks.Provide acquisition documentation and status updates in accordance with Government procedures and contract requirements. Professional Experience Minimum of 8 years of government contracting experience.Experience must include government contracting for commercial and non-commercial supplies and services, including Indefinite Delivery/Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contracts and task orders/delivery orders.Expert knowledge of federal contracting laws, regulations, policies, precedents, and related acquisition procedures.Experience using electronic commerce and automated acquisition systems.Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Educational Qualifications Bachelor’s degree required.A degree in Business Administration or a related business field is preferred. Certifications DAWIA Contracting Professional Certification or an equivalent recognized contracting certification.The PWS identifies examples including DAWIA Level II and applicable FAC-C/FAC-C-DoD certification criteria or legacy FAC-C Level II.