Contract Analyst

Cape Fox Corporation; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 69,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401K with company match

Paid holidays

Paid leave

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Cape Fox Facility Services is seeking a Contract Analyst to join our team in Bethesda, MD in support of the NIH. The role focuses on planning, procuring, and administering construction, AE, and facilities-related contracts in a federal environment.

Responsibilities include market research, preparation of solicitations, IGCEs and price analyses, and contracts support through pre- and post-negotiation stages, with close coordination with COs and program offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Minimum of 5 years of federal acquisition experience, including construction, AE, or facilities-related contracts.
• Demonstrated experience performing duties equivalent to a GS-12 Contract Specialist.
• Strong working knowledge of FAR Parts 12, 15, 36, and 43.
• Experience supporting MATOCs and task order awards preferred.
• Ability to work independently under CO direction.

Responsibilities

• Support acquisition planning for construction, AE, facilities, and ORF-managed service requirements.
• Conduct and document market research in support of acquisition strategies.
• Prepare solicitation packages (RFQs, RFPs, IFBs, MATOC task orders, AE selections).
• Assist with Brooks Act (FAR Part 36) AE procurements, including SF-330 reviews and selection documentation.
• Develop and review Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) and price proposals.
• Perform price and cost analyses to support fair and reasonable determinations.
• Prepare pre-negotiation and post-negotiation memoranda.
• Assist COs during negotiations with contractors and AE firms.
• Prepare award documentation and ensure contract files meet audit standards.
• Maintain NIH-approved contract writing systems and ensure compliance with FAR, HHS, NIH, and ORF requirements.

Skills

Independence

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

FAR Parts 12,15,36,43

Job description

Job Title

Contract Analyst

Job Description

Cape Fox Facility Services is seeking a Contract Analyst to join our team in Bethesda, MD in support of the NIH.

• Support acquisition planning for construction, AE, facilities, and ORF-managed service requirements
• Conduct and document market research in support of acquisition strategies
• Prepare solicitation packages (e.g., RFQs, RFPs, IFBs, MATOC task orders, AE selections)
• Assist with Brooks Act (FAR Part 36) AE procurements, including SF-330 reviews and selection documentation
• Develop and review Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) and price proposals
• Perform price and cost analyses to support fair and reasonable determinations
• Prepare pre-negotiation and post-negotiation memoranda
• Assist COs during negotiations with contractors and AE firms
• Prepare award documentation and ensure contract files meet audit standards

Documentation and Systems Support

• Maintain accurate and complete electronic contract files in NIH-approved contract writing systems (e.g., PRISM or successor systems)
• Ensure all documentation complies with FAR, HHS, NIH, and ORF requirements
• Prepare reports, briefings, and status updates as requested by the Government

ORF-Specific Advisory Support

• Provide acquisition advice to ORF OA COs and ORF program officials
• Assist in aligning acquisition approaches with ORF mission priorities and workload balancing efforts
• Support transitions of contracts resulting from organizational realignments or workforce reductions
• Assist with responding to audits, internal reviews, and data calls related to ORF acquisitions

Post-Award Contract Administration

• Support administration of construction, AE, and service contracts and task orders
• Prepare contract modifications, including changes, options, incremental funding, and administrative actions
• Track contract performance, schedules, and funding in coordination with CORs
• Review invoices and payment documentation for compliance and accuracy
• Assist with resolution of contractual issues and coordination with legal and program offices Support contract closeout activities in accordance with FAR and NIH procedures

Travel Requirements

0 - 10%

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• Minimum of 5 years of federal acquisition experience, including construction, AE, or facilities-related contracts
• Demonstrated experience performing duties equivalent to a GS-12 Contract Specialist
• Strong working knowledge of FAR Parts 12, 15, 36, and 43
• Experience supporting MATOCs and task order awards preferred
• Ability to work independently under CO direction

The total hourly pay for this exempt position is $50.00 for up to 40 hours per week. This rate represents the company’s good faith and reasonable estimate of possible compensation at the time of posting. In addition, for eligible positions we offer a variety of benefits including specified holidays, paid leave, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, as well as 401K with company match. This job will be posted until filled or withdrawn.

Cape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries, and affiliates provide equal employment opportunities to all persons and prohibit employment decisions on the basis of race, religion, color, creed, national origin, sex, age, disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, or sexual orientation. Cape Fox Corporation, its subsidiaries, and affiliates offer preference to Cape Fox Corporation shareholders, descendants, and other Native Americans pursuant to Public Law 100-241.

Category

Facilities: Planning, Design, Management, Construction & Safety

Location

NIH - Bethesda, MD - Bethesda, MD 20892 US (Primary)