Federal Contract Specialist

Blackwood Associates Inc • Annapolis, VA

8d • $80,000 - $90,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Blackwood is seeking a Federal Contract Specialist to support its growing portfolio of government-wide acquisition contracts and agency-specific vehicles. This role is responsible for day-to-day contract administration and program compliance efforts for selected vehicles in addition to generalized contracts enablement support across non-vehicle transactions. You will partner with our Federal Sales Team and internal stakeholders to promote contract adherence and operational excellence from RFQ to close.

Requirements

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR, DFARS, and government-wide acquisition contract requirements
• Ability to work independently and resolve practical problems.
• Strong organizational skills; accuracy and attention to detail, including follow-up.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel mandatory.
• 3-5 years of experience in federal government contracts or procurement environment; private sector experience preferred
• BA/BS degree
• US Citizen; ability and willingness to obtain security clearance
• Must reside in Washington DC Metro/Baltimore Region.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting products and services based GWACs and other large order vehicles (GSA MAS, NASA SEWP, IDIQs)
• Experience with SEWP ordering platforms, and associated compliance portals

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely completion of mandatory reporting and compliance activities for federal contract vehicles
• Complete federal representations and certifications packages
• Maintain relationships with assigned vehicles’ Contracting Officers and PMOs.
• Train staff on contract vehicle requirements and processes
• Maintain accurate and organized contract records and documentation within contract lifecycle management (CLM) systems and internal repositories
• Support contract catalog maintenance, contract modifications, renewals, and other changes as required.
• Serve as contractual point of contact for maintenance of various supplier and vendor portals
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for issuance and execution of various company agreements, referring advanced redlining or negotiations to Manager.
• Support bid and proposal efforts through compliance checks and completion of contractual forms.

What This Job Offers

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