Contract Specialist

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC.•Colorado Springs, CO

10d•$165,000 - $175,000•Onsite

About The Position

Galapagos Federal Systems LLC is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Contract Specialist L3 to join our team of dedicated professionals. In this role, you will provide direct support to the Contracting Officer throughout the acquisition life cycle, including the planning, execution, and administration of contracts for a wide range of products and services. You will help ensure contracting activities are completed efficiently, accurately, and in compliance with applicable federal acquisition regulations, policies, and procedures. The ideal candidate will bring extensive federal contracting and acquisition experience, with the ability to effectively support complex procurement actions in a fast-paced, mission-focused environment. Success in this position requires strong analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail, sound judgment, and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Requirements

Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance or the ability to obtain and maintain one
10+ years of relevant Department of Defense (DoD) contracting or acquisition experience
Ability to travel up to 10%, as required
Extensive hands-on experience managing contracts and subcontracts throughout the acquisition life cycle
Demonstrated experience providing cradle-to-grave federal contracting support
Experience conducting market research and preparing pre-award and post-award acquisition and solicitation documentation
Demonstrated experience reviewing and evaluating contractor proposals
Experience performing cost and price analyses and developing supporting documentation for DoD acquisitions
Experience supporting contract negotiations and developing negotiation strategies
Strong knowledge of the FAR and DFARS and their application to DoD contracting activities
Experience coordinating with DCAA and DCMA in support of contract administration and regulatory compliance
Experience maintaining accurate, complete, and audit-ready contract files
BS/BA and or relevant work experience and training may be considered in lieu of a degree
Unlimited Warrant DOD Contracting
Must be a U.S. Citizen.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive cradle-to-grave contracting support throughout the acquisition life cycle, from acquisition planning and market research through award, administration, modification, and closeout
Conduct market research and prepare pre-award and post-award acquisition and solicitation documentation in accordance with applicable regulations, policies, and procedures
Review and evaluate contractor proposals for completeness, compliance, and alignment with acquisition requirements
Perform cost and price analyses for DoD proposals and prepare supporting cost/price analysis documentation
Support the development of negotiation strategies and provide contracting recommendations to facilitate successful acquisition outcomes
Collaborate with program managers, Contracting Officers, technical teams, and other stakeholders to develop acquisition strategies and determine appropriate contract types and acquisition methods
Administer contracts and subcontracts, including preparing contract modifications and supporting evolving program requirements
Maintain complete, accurate, and audit-ready contract files and documentation
Apply Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) requirements throughout the acquisition life cycle
Coordinate with the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), as required, to support contract administration and regulatory compliance
Identify contracting and acquisition risks and recommend appropriate mitigation strategies
Prepare and present contracting information, recommendations, and acquisition-related briefings to stakeholders and senior leadership