Contracting Officer Representative

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services • Woodlawn, MD

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About The Position

This position is in the Department of Health & Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Center for Consumer Information and Insurance Oversight, Marketplace Innovation & Technology Group, Division of HUB, Data, & State Support. The Contracting Officer Representative (COR), GS-1101-13, consults with representatives of relevant Federal agencies and analytical experts on the administration and implementation of private insurance market reform requirements. The role serves as a Level III COR on multimillion-dollar contracts and task orders, coordinating pre-award and post-award work with Contracting Officers.

The position monitors contract performance and acquisition activities, evaluates deliverables, costs, invoices, funding, staffing, and schedules, and advises management and program officials on contract matters. It supports procurement planning, solicitation and contract document development, proposal and pricing evaluation, compliance reviews, contract records, issue resolution, closeout, and audits. The position has a regular and recurring reporting requirement to the CMS office listed in the announcement. CMS allows flexible work arrangements and alternative work schedules at the manager’s discretion.

Requirements

• Be a U.S. Citizen or National.
• At least one year (52 weeks) of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level in the Federal government, obtained in the private or public sector.
• Experience managing and monitoring complex contracts, task orders, or comparable contractual agreements, including contractor performance, costs, schedules, deliverables, and compliance.
• Experience developing or evaluating acquisition documentation, such as technical or cost proposals, cost/price analyses, contract modifications, or closeout documentation.
• Experience applying acquisition or procurement regulations, policies, or procedures to analyze contract issues, risks, or deficiencies.
• Experience presenting analyses, findings, or recommendations to management based on acquisition or contract-management activities.
• Possess and maintain FAC-COR Level III certification.
• Submit a resume limited to no more than two pages with detailed information relevant to the responsibilities and specialized experience.
• Undergo a background and suitability investigation.
• Meet Selective Service requirements if applicable.
• Complete a one-year probationary period if required.
• Have Federal salary payments made by direct deposit.
• Meet all qualification requirements by the announcement closing date.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a COR-Level III on multimillion-dollar contracts and task orders, coordinating pre-award and post-award activities with Contracting Officers.
• Assess contract effectiveness, deliverables, invoices, funding, and staffing; identify issues and recommend corrective actions and procurement plans to management.
• Apply qualitative and quantitative methods to evaluate procurement efficiency and progress toward contract goals.
• Provide staff guidance on budgets, procedures, and applicable regulations and policies.
• Prepare and review solicitation and contract documents; evaluate proposals and pricing; support evaluation panels; and ensure acquisitions comply with FAR, HHS, and CMS requirements.
• Advise program officials on contract terms and monitor contractor performance, costs, and milestones.
• Maintain complete contract records, resolve deficiencies, and support contract closeout and audits.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package for employees and their families; specific eligibility depends on position type.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed