Contract Specialist

Bureau of Naval Personnel • Millington, TN

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About The Position

The Contract Specialist will serve in the Internal Controls and Audit Division of the Bureau of Naval Personnel. The role evaluates and administers contracts valued up to $100M+, conducts compliance spot checks, monitors contractor performance, and tracks option-year renewal dates and Requirements Review Boards.

The specialist provides acquisition guidance to program managers and Contracting Officer's Representatives (CORs), supporting acquisition planning, contract development, funding packages, cost and pricing data, and contractor quality assurance. The position also supports market research, solicitation development, proposal evaluation, contract administration, and closeout. It requires a bachelor's degree for entry into DoD GS-1102 contracting positions, subject to the stated exceptions and substitution provisions. The position may require extended travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, including remote or isolated sites, and requires obtaining and maintaining the required security clearance and DAWIA certification.

Requirements

• For GS-9, at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS-7 in federal service or equivalent private- or public-sector experience, including coordinating contracted services, monitoring pre- and post-award functions, and advising functional managers and CORs while assisting with negotiations involving cost and pricing data and special or unusual contract terms.
• Meet Department of Defense qualification requirements for GS-1102 contracting positions and applicable Title 10 requirements.
• A bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution authorized to grant baccalaureate degrees, subject to stated exceptions for certain current DoD civilian and military personnel.
• U.S. citizenship and suitability for federal employment.
• Participate in the direct deposit pay program and, for new Department of the Navy employees, successfully pass E-Verify employment verification.
• Meet applicable time-in-grade requirements for current federal employees applying for GS jobs.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty; failure to maintain the required clearance may result in withdrawal of the offer or removal.
• Obtain and maintain the required DAWIA certification in the assigned acquisition functional area and category within established timeframes.
• Be able to travel from the normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS locations, potentially including remote or isolated sites, and travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and administer contracts valued up to $100M+; conduct compliance spot checks, monitor contractor performance, and track option-year renewal dates and Requirements Review Boards.
• Provide technical advice and guidance to program managers and CORs on acquisition planning, contract development, statements of work (SOWs) and requests for proposals (RFPs), funding packages, cost/pricing data, and contractor quality assurance.
• Maintain database records and contract invoice systems; monitor contract funding and prepare decision-making reports for BUPERS and NPC contracts.
• Assist with pre-award market research, review SOWs, prepare specifications and solicitation documents, and evaluate sole-source requisitions to promote maximum competition.
• Analyze annual program plans, evaluate contractor bids and proposals against criteria, and assist in developing pre-negotiation costs and programmatic objectives.
• Conduct post-award conferences, close out completed contracts and agreements, resolve documentation conflicts, and enter performance data into PIEE, WAWF, and JAM/SPM.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package available to eligible employees and their families; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level