Contract Specialist – Acquisition & Negotiation

U.S. Government Publishing Office; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Government Publishing Office in Washington, DC seeks a contracting professional for the Agency Acquisitions office. This is a Direct Hire announcement under OPM authority, with emphasis on contracting, procurement, and policy oversight. Must have 4+ years of experience in contracting and a relevant four-year degree.

The position requires evaluating bids, cost/price analysis, and developing procurement strategies for complex acquisitions. Veterans preference does not apply to Direct Hire.

Qualifications

• Completion of mandatory contracting training and 4+ years of contracting experience.
• At least 1 year specialized experience at the next lower grade level.
• Bachelor's degree with 24 credit hours in specified fields.
• Experience must be met by the closing date 09/15/2026.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the best methods to regulate policy and regulations while determining contract types, procurement strategies, and negotiating complex acquisitions.
• Evaluating bids and cost price analysis.

Skills

Contracting

Procurement strategy

Negotiation

Regulations

Bid evaluation

Cost/price analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree with 24 credit hours in related fields

Job description

U.S. Government Publishing Office in Washington, DC seeks a contracting professional for the Agency Acquisitions office. This is a Direct Hire announcement under OPM authority, with emphasis on contracting, procurement, and policy oversight. Must have 4+ years of experience in contracting and a relevant four-year degree.

The position requires evaluating bids, cost/price analysis, and developing procurement strategies for complex acquisitions. Veterans preference does not apply to Direct Hire.