GSA
Base Pay Range
$126,563.00/yr - $195,200.00/yr
Summary As a Contract Specialist you will serve as a senior Contracting Officer planning and managing highly specialized procurements within the industries delegated to this portfolio, of significant importance to the Government, an Agency and/or the Nation; and to develop complex, long‑range procurement policies.
Location of Position Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) - Office of Travel, Transportation, and Logistics - Office of Acquisition Operations (QMA). San Francisco, CA; Lakewood, CO; Washington, DC; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Boston, MA; Kansas City, MO; New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Fort Worth, TX and/or Tacoma, WA.
Duties We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.
Perform procurement planning to identify large‑scale systems, components, equipment and services to be acquired by contract. Develop procurement objectives, interims of competition and price range, establish the contractual strategy for the overall acquisition and construct contractual vehicles. Develop cost accounting and life‑cycle acquisition plans, appropriate milestone charts and related schedules to plan, develop and administer all contractual aspects. Direct the development of the source selection plan and oversee the Source Selection Board. Develop pre‑negotiation positions and strategies, determine the types of contract and negotiation authority to be used and prepare any justifications.
Prepare determinations, findings and solicitation documents. Serves as a senior Contracting Officer with unlimited signatory authority for major government‑wide programs within the Office of Acquisition Operations, General Services Administration (GSA), Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), Office of Travel, Transportation & Logistics. Performs detailed analyses of all elements of cost in contractor proposals and make competitive range determinations. Conduct pre‑proposal conferences with prospective contractors to arrive at a clear understanding of what is required under the proposed contract. Obtain appropriate data from business and technical officials. Function as lead contract negotiator in developing pre‑negotiation strategies. Coordinate with a broad range of Federal customers, Federal finance organizations, legal and other interested parties.
Serve as principal advisor to program officials, representing the agency in procurement planning meetings. Represents the agency on a variety of nationwide procurement teams, studies or projects to raise issues of significance; articulate positions and resolve problems or improve the procurement process nationwide.
Direct the full range of contract administration actions required for the programs. Terminate contract for the convenience of the Government or default by the contractor. Issue necessary modifications. As needed explore new or innovative contracting approaches to arrive at an equitable contractual arrangement. Direct disposition of claims and similar matters.
Provide expert technical guidance, coordination and consultation to identify procurement objectives and methodologies, implement new developments and provide policy interpretation to various contracting activities.
Requirements
US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date
Meet time‑in‑grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable
Register with the Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959
Direct Deposit of salary check to financial organization required.
Receive authorization from OPM on any job offer you receive, if you are or were (within the last 5 years) a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non‑Career SES employee in the Executive Branch.
Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level).
Have identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. Verify through e‑Verify; discrepancies resolved as a condition of continued employment.
Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position.
This position requires the FAC‑C (Professional) certification which must be obtained and maintained.
Must be warrantable and hold a senior level warrant and obtain and maintain signature authority.
Qualifications
At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS‑13 level.
All of a, b, and c below:
Completion of Training/Certification: FAC‑C (Professional) or DoD Contracting Professional Certification.
At least 4 years of experience in contracting or related positions including 1 year of specialized experience at or equivalent to work at the level described.
Completion of a 4‑year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours in accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.
Exception for GS‑1102 position on January 1, 2000 (exempt from educational requirement).
Waiver possible by HR staffing specialist for missing 24 hours of business credit and/or mandatory training certification.
Specialized experience:
Experience utilizing contracting regulations, policies, and procedures to perform the full range of highly complex pre‑award and post‑award activities on various contract types such as fixed price, fixed price economic price adjustment, various cost type contracts, requirements contracts, performance based acquisitions, and multiple award schedules.
Experience with delivery/task order placement and administration against multiple award contracts and/or requisitions.
Defense of pre‑award and/or post‑award protests, contract claims, and contract disputes.
Lead or work as part of an integrated project team and serve as principal contracting advisor to junior contract specialists and coworkers.
Leading or supervising contracting professionals providing contracting services for the acquisition of a wide range of supplies and services (professional and non‑professional).
Must hold or have ability to obtain a senior level warrant and maintain signature authority.
Applicants must submit copies of college or university transcripts and certificates by closing date.
Equal Opportunity Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.
Benefits
Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
Life insurance coverage with several options
Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules
Transit and child care subsidies
Flexible spending accounts
Long‑term care insurance
Training and development
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Summary As a Contract Specialist you will serve as a senior Contracting Officer planning and managing highly specialized procurements within the industries delegated to this portfolio, of significant importance to the Government, an Agency and/or the Nation; and to develop complex, long‑range procurement policies.
Location of Position Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) - Office of Travel, Transportation, and Logistics - Office of Acquisition Operations (QMA). San Francisco, CA; Lakewood, CO; Washington, DC; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Boston, MA; Kansas City, MO; New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Fort Worth, TX and/or Tacoma, WA.
Duties We are currently filling one vacancy, but additional vacancies may be filled as needed.
Perform procurement planning to identify large‑scale systems, components, equipment and services to be acquired by contract. Develop procurement objectives, interims of competition and price range, establish the contractual strategy for the overall acquisition and construct contractual vehicles. Develop cost accounting and life‑cycle acquisition plans, appropriate milestone charts and related schedules to plan, develop and administer all contractual aspects. Direct the development of the source selection plan and oversee the Source Selection Board. Develop pre‑negotiation positions and strategies, determine the types of contract and negotiation authority to be used and prepare any justifications.
Prepare determinations, findings and solicitation documents. Serves as a senior Contracting Officer with unlimited signatory authority for major government‑wide programs within the Office of Acquisition Operations, General Services Administration (GSA), Federal Acquisition Service (FAS), Office of Travel, Transportation & Logistics. Performs detailed analyses of all elements of cost in contractor proposals and make competitive range determinations. Conduct pre‑proposal conferences with prospective contractors to arrive at a clear understanding of what is required under the proposed contract. Obtain appropriate data from business and technical officials. Function as lead contract negotiator in developing pre‑negotiation strategies. Coordinate with a broad range of Federal customers, Federal finance organizations, legal and other interested parties.
Serve as principal advisor to program officials, representing the agency in procurement planning meetings. Represents the agency on a variety of nationwide procurement teams, studies or projects to raise issues of significance; articulate positions and resolve problems or improve the procurement process nationwide.
Direct the full range of contract administration actions required for the programs. Terminate contract for the convenience of the Government or default by the contractor. Issue necessary modifications. As needed explore new or innovative contracting approaches to arrive at an equitable contractual arrangement. Direct disposition of claims and similar matters.
Provide expert technical guidance, coordination and consultation to identify procurement objectives and methodologies, implement new developments and provide policy interpretation to various contracting activities.
Requirements
US Citizenship or National (Residents of American Samoa and Swains Island)
Meet all eligibility criteria within 30 days of the closing date
Meet time‑in‑grade within 30 days of the closing date, if applicable
Register with the Selective Service if you are a male born after 12/31/1959
Direct Deposit of salary check to financial organization required.
Receive authorization from OPM on any job offer you receive, if you are or were (within the last 5 years) a political Schedule A, Schedule C or Non‑Career SES employee in the Executive Branch.
Serve a one year probationary period, if required.
Undergo and pass a background investigation (Tier 2 investigation level).
Have identity and work status eligibility verified if you are not a GSA employee. Verify through e‑Verify; discrepancies resolved as a condition of continued employment.
Complete a financial disclosure report to verify that no conflict, or an appearance of conflict, exists between your financial interest and this position.
This position requires the FAC‑C (Professional) certification which must be obtained and maintained.
Must be warrantable and hold a senior level warrant and obtain and maintain signature authority.
Qualifications
At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS‑13 level.
All of a, b, and c below:
Completion of Training/Certification: FAC‑C (Professional) or DoD Contracting Professional Certification.
At least 4 years of experience in contracting or related positions including 1 year of specialized experience at or equivalent to work at the level described.
Completion of a 4‑year course of study leading to a bachelor’s degree that included or was supplemented by at least 24 semester hours in accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.
Exception for GS‑1102 position on January 1, 2000 (exempt from educational requirement).
Waiver possible by HR staffing specialist for missing 24 hours of business credit and/or mandatory training certification.
Specialized experience:
Experience utilizing contracting regulations, policies, and procedures to perform the full range of highly complex pre‑award and post‑award activities on various contract types such as fixed price, fixed price economic price adjustment, various cost type contracts, requirements contracts, performance based acquisitions, and multiple award schedules.
Experience with delivery/task order placement and administration against multiple award contracts and/or requisitions.
Defense of pre‑award and/or post‑award protests, contract claims, and contract disputes.
Lead or work as part of an integrated project team and serve as principal contracting advisor to junior contract specialists and coworkers.
Leading or supervising contracting professionals providing contracting services for the acquisition of a wide range of supplies and services (professional and non‑professional).
Must hold or have ability to obtain a senior level warrant and maintain signature authority.
Applicants must submit copies of college or university transcripts and certificates by closing date.
Equal Opportunity Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.
Benefits
Health insurance (choose from a wide range of plans)
Life insurance coverage with several options
Sick leave and vacation time, including 11 paid holidays per year
Thrift Savings Plan (similar to a 401(k) plan)
Flexible work schedules
Transit and child care subsidies
Flexible spending accounts
Long‑term care insurance
Training and development
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