Federal Contracts Specialist - Corrections

Bureau of Prisons / Federal Prison System; Beaumont (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bureau of Prisons / Federal Prison System is seeking a contract specialist at GS-11/12 to manage procurement actions, from planning to award and administration. The role emphasizes strict adherence to regulations and effective negotiation with vendors.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree or 24 semester hours in related fields, plus demonstrated experience in contracting, solicitation preparation, bid analysis, and contract administration.

Qualifications

• A bachelor's degree or 24 semester hours in fields like accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, or management.
• Graduate education or equivalent doctoral degree may qualify for GS-11/12 level.
• Experience requirements discuss specialized experience and grades across GS-11/12.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue solicitations with clear specifications.
• Evaluate bids and proposals for responsiveness and price reasonableness.
• Administer contracts including performance actions and settlements.
• Assist in formal advertising and negotiated acquisitions.

Skills

Contracting knowledge

Bid analysis

Procurement planning

Solicitation docs

Contract administration

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate education

Job description

The Bureau of Prisons / Federal Prison System is seeking a contract specialist at GS-11/12 to manage procurement actions, from planning to award and administration. The role emphasizes strict adherence to regulations and effective negotiation with vendors.

Qualifications include a bachelor’s degree or 24 semester hours in related fields, plus demonstrated experience in contracting, solicitation preparation, bid analysis, and contract administration.