CONTRACT SPECIALIST
What you'd do
This position is for a CONTRACT SPECIALIST, PD# D2625000, part of the Nevada Army National Guard. Perform developmental assignments in the application of common contracting methods and contract types, and to assist in the procurement of standard or specialized service; supply; and/or construction items, services, and/or materials primarily through formal advertising, or through limited use of negotiation techniques.
Major duties
Follows established procedures to procure off-the-shelf materials, which are available from numerous commercial sources, and are easily identified by common names for which standard price lists are available. Responds to customer needs to procure repetitive items or services for which specifications have become standardized and where established competitive markets and price competition exists. Reviews requisitions to determine if proper specifications or purchase descriptions are included in solicitation documents. Suppliers are generally available, however; performs search of the market or uses sole source suppliers as required or necessary to complete procurement actions. Selects clauses to cover special conditions, such as inspection and acceptance, marking and packaging, quantity variation, price differential, or transportation costs. Contacts technical personnel to resolve questions of applicability of specifications, classifications of terms, or acceptance of substitute items. Meets with commercial representatives to discuss procurement needs, quality of items or services, current market prices, or delivery schedules. Ensures completed actions are in compliance with regulatory requirements and responsive to customer needs. Prepares Request for Quotation (RFQ), Invitation for Bid (IFB) or Request for Proposal (RFP) ensuring that technical descriptions and appropriate provisions and clauses are included. Develops source lists of responsible contractors, coordinating with the small business specialist. Uses primarily firm fixed-price, time and materials, indefinite delivery, or similar contracts using standard clauses. Reviews quotations, bids or proposals for compliance with solicitation, price reasonableness, adequacy of competition, and probability of meeting requirements. Evaluates prospective contract price utilizing basic price analysis techniques by research and review of available historical and precedent data, manufacturer's catalogs, current labor rates, comparison of other competitive quotes/offers received and/or standard industrial cost and price data. On negotiated procurements, assignments are designed to increase the incumbent's knowledge, skills, and abilities. In such situations, following specific guidance, contacts offerors or contractors to conduct simple contract negotiations such as the negotiation of prices for routine items or services, to request earlier delivery date or closer conformance to specifications, or similar matters. Assists in monitoring contract performance, contract closeout, and if needed, contract termination. Monitors contract performance through telephone conversations, correspondence, site visits, inspections, analysis of contractor metrics, for compliance with performance standards, applicable laws, delivery schedules, payment provisions, inspections, progress reports, and other requirements stated in the contract. Meets with contractors and Government Officials to clarify issues on contractual requirements, such as billing procedures, material submittals, and socioeconomic clauses. Participates in negotiations of extension of delivery schedules, price adjustments, modifications to the contract, and similar agreements when precedents are well established, and the contractor's and government's bargaining position are close. Provides advice and assistance to others relating to contracting work and prepares correspondence. Provides advice and assistance to installation technical personnel and sales representatives whenever information is needed, or issues need to be resolved. Establishes working relationships with program and contractor management personnel. Prepares letters, memoranda, documents, or reports that support contractual actions or recommendations. May assist the Government Purchase Card (GPC) Agency/Organization Program Coordinator (AOPC) for the local Contracting Office. Provides assistance and training for billing/approving officials and cardholders participating in the program. Monitors purchasing activity to ensure program compliance. May be assigned to serve as a System Administrator. Provides technical leadership and consultation regarding operation automated acquisition systems. Provides technical and functional guidance to contracting personnel in the use of software, assistance with preparation of reporting documents, and coordinating the transfer of data between organizations. Ensures systems are responsive to data input and processing during the acquisition process. Responsible for providing functional, technical, and system administration support for various joint acquisition/contracting systems, financial business systems, and associated contracting applications/systems. Coordinates with respective system helpdesks for technical problems. Identifies trends and recommended areas where closer management control/oversight is needed based on data reporting compliance (anomaly/error reports). Performs other duties as assigned.
What you need to qualify
In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Education requirement is based upon the qualification standards for the specific position and is stated under the heading "EDUCATION". Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific in describing your experience. EACH APPLICANT MUST FULLY SUBSTANTIATE (IN THEIR OWN WORDS) THAT THEY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE LISTED BELOW; OTHERWISE, THE APPLICANT WILL BE CONSIDERED UNQUALIFIED FOR THIS POSITION. DO NOT COPY FROM THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION OR YOU MAY BE DISQUALIFIED. All personnel selected must meet certification requirements, DAWIA Contracting Professional certification, within 36 months of placement in the 1102 series. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess experience in positions supporting competencies in business, finance, risk management, project management, or supply chain management; skill in collecting and analyzing data and the ability to communicate clearly and effectively and other professional competencies in procurement administration or purchase card management. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-07 (Foundational Level) Must possess experience in positions collecting and analyzing data; experience assisting in business management, financial management, project management, risk management, or supply chain management. GS-09 (Foundational Level) Must possess 1yr experience in contracting at the GS-07 grade level that provided exposure to the full scope of contracting and acquisition and a working knowledge in one or more of the following areas: (1) A knowledge of contracting authority and responsibility, (2) Contract principles and knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation, (3) Contractor responsibility standards, (4) Regulatory compliance, (5) Knowledge of Federal supply schedule contracting, and (6) Knowledge of acquisition definitions and applicability. In addition to participating in education and training courses, individuals are expected to develop their required competencies through relevant on-the-job experience, which may include rotational assignments. GS-11 (Practitioner Level) Must possess one year of contracting experience at the GS-09 level performing work in the following areas as applicable to the position being filled: (1) Pre-award of contracts related to development of a solicitation. Acquisition planning, requesting offers, and developing offers by evaluation of solicitation and finalizing offers, (2) Award of contracts that includes forming a contract, and (3) Post-Award actions to administer the contract; competencies at the practitioner category emphasize functional specialization in contracting; specialized experience may have been gained while providing business advice to customers and performing all pre-award/post-award functions, using a wide range of contracting methods and types to procure complex and/or diversified commodities, services and/or construction. Individuals at this category are expected to have and apply journeyman level acquisition-related skills.
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