Federal Contract Specialist

Federal Contract Specialist
Manassas, VA (remote/DMV)
Pay From: $100,000 per year

MUST:
Federal Contract Specialist s
Active public trust required preferably from Dept of Ed
Mon 2-5 yrs experience progressively responsible federal contracting or acquisition
experience, including hands-on cradle-to-grave 1102 functions and acquisition package
development.
FAC-C (Professional), DAWIA Contracting certification, or equivalent federal contracting
certification is preferred.
Project Management Professional (PMP) or other project management certification is a
plus.
Comprehensive working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR),
applicable agency supplements, federal procurement policy, and acquisition ethics.
Demonstrated 1102-series experience performing cradle-to-grave contracting functions
for federal acquisitions.
Experience developing and reviewing complete acquisition packages for IT products, professional services, software, cloud, cybersecurity, telecommunications, or other
technology-related requirements.
Knowledge of competitive and non-competitive acquisition methods, commercial
product and service procedures, simplified acquisition procedures, and task or delivery
order contracting.
Ability to develop acquisition strategies and apply sound judgment regarding contract
type, competition, source selection approach, small business considerations, and
procurement lead time.
Experience with cost and price analysis, negotiation support, contract administration,
file documentation, and closeout.
Experience using PRISM or a comparable federal contract writing system and federal
procurement reporting or award systems.
Strong data analysis, quality assurance, reporting, and records-management skills.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint.
Excellent written and oral communication skills, stakeholder coordination, attention to
detail, organization, and ability to manage competing deadlines in a remote
environment.
Must meet contractor security vetting requirements and maintain the required
suitability or clearance throughout performance.
Demonstrated experience supporting federal civilian agency procurement or acquisition
operations; experience with complex IT acquisitions is strongly preferred.
Experience independently managing multiple acquisition actions and advising program
stakeholders on package completeness, acquisition strategy, and procurement status.
Must maintain reliable high-speed internet, a secure professional workspace, and
appropriate safeguards for acquisition documentation.
Limited travel or on-site attendance at a federal or company facility may be requested
if mission needs require.
Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution. A degree in business, accounting,
finance, law, economics, contracts, purchasing, information technology

DUTIES:
The Federal Contract Specialist s will support Dept of Education provides full cradle-to-grave federal acquisition and contracting
support for information technology requirements.
The position applies experience aligned with the federal 1102 Contracting Series to plan acquisitions, develop complete procurement
packages, support solicitation and source selection activities, administer awards, produce
acquisition reports, maintain compliant contract files, and support contract closeout.
The specialist works closely with program, technical, legal, finance, policy, and contracting
stakeholders to deliver timely, accurate, and FAR-compliant acquisition outcomes. Quadrant is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a protected veteran, or status as an individual with a disability. Healthcare benefits are offered to all eligible employees according to compliance mandated by the Affordable Care Act .