Mid-Level Contract Specialist/Administrator II (C) - FTA

Nemean Solutions•Washington, DC

About The Position

Nemean Solutions is seeking a Mid-Level Contract Specialist/Administrator II to support the Federal Transit Administration (FTA), Office of Acquisition Management (TAD-40). The role provides acquisition planning, procurement documentation, analysis, and contract administration support for service and commercial requirements. The position is being posted for a potential government contract opportunity. The specialist supports acquisition planning, market research, solicitation development, procurement and contract administration actions, and maintenance of acquisition files and status trackers. The role performs recurring contract administration duties with limited guidance, independently analyzes assignments, identifies issues, and provides feedback and recommendations to Government staff. Work products are reviewed for technical accuracy, completeness, clear writing, and timely submission, with coordination among program and acquisition personnel as needed. Nemean Solutions offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, sick leave, a 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match, and other benefits. The company states that it is an equal opportunity employer and a Virginia Values Veterans (V3) Certified Employer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; or five years of equivalent relevant experience; or at least 24 semester hours in a combination of specified subjects along with five years of relevant experience.
Federal Acquisition Certification (FAC) Level II.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience performing mid-level contract specialist functions and applying the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
Experience processing acquisitions under GSAR Subpart 538.71 for Federal Supply Schedules, FAR Part 12 (commercial products and services), Part 13 (simplified acquisitions), Part 37 (service contracting), Part 43 (modifications), and Section 4.804 (closeout).
Knowledge of FFP, cost-reimbursable, LH, and T&M contracts and experience with IDIQs, BPAs, and task, delivery, call, and purchase orders.
Ability to analyze assignments independently, resolve acquisition issues, and provide clear feedback to Government customers.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel, Google Workspace (Calendar, Sheets, Chat, Gmail, Docs, Slides, Drive, and Meet), and internet research.
Ability to sign a nondisclosure certificate before starting work and comply with applicable confidentiality, security, and conflict-of-interest requirements.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with the FAA ESC version of PRISM and federal electronic acquisition tools.
Experience supporting civilian federal agency acquisition offices.

Responsibilities

Support acquisition planning, market research and analysis, solicitation development, and preparation of requests for proposals (RFPs) and requests for quotations (RFQs).
Prepare or review pre-procurement packages, statements of work (SOWs), statements of objectives (SOOs), performance work statements (PWSs), and information supporting Government evaluations.
Assist with selection and administration of IDIQ contracts, BPAs, contracts, task orders, delivery orders, call orders, and purchase orders.
Apply knowledge of FFP, cost-reimbursable, LH, and T&M contracts to assigned procurement and administration actions.
Support cost and price analyses, preparation of contract modifications, termination/default actions, and contract closeout, as assigned.
Perform recurring contract administration duties with limited guidance; independently analyze assignments, identify issues, and provide feedback and recommendations to Government staff.
Validate acquisition data and help resolve complex issues associated with advertising, solicitation, award preparation, and administration of contractual actions.
Prepare acquisition actions using federal electronic acquisition tools and the FAA Enterprise Service Center (ESC) version of PRISM used by FTA, or a replacement system.
Maintain procurement files, current work items, and shared status trackers; provide updates and information supporting monthly status reporting.
Review work products for technical accuracy, completeness, clear writing, and timely submission; coordinate with program and acquisition personnel to address missing information.