HHS - Acquisition Contract Specialist – Mid Level

Nationwide IT Services, Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Mid Level Acquisition Contract Specialist to provide essential acquisition support services for federal contracts. The role includes executing requisitions, facilitating contract administration, and ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience with complex acquisitions and strong communication skills. The position is 100% onsite in Washington, DC, offering a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Paid Holidays

PTO

Commuter Benefits

Educational Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of four years of experience with federal acquisitions.
• Experience with complex acquisitions and contract types.

Responsibilities

• Perform execution of all assigned requisitions and contract actions.
• Facilitate administration of contracts in accordance with FAR.
• Ensure compliance with OAMS-prescribed checklists.

Skills

Communication

Project Management

Budget Support

Job description

Acquisition Contract Specialist – Mid Level

Clearance: Public Trust

Location: 100% onsite in Washington, DC

Nationwide IT Services (NIS) is seeking a Project Manager to assist our HHS government customer by providing non-inherently governmental acquisition support services. The role involves facilitating contract awards and administration, performing quality assurance, and providing budget support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Perform the execution of all assigned requisitions and/or contract actions.
2. Facilitate the continued administration of contracts in accordance with the FAR.
3. Support all non-inherently governmental activities necessary to process and administer federal acquisitions, as directed by the OAMS Contracting Officer.
4. Complete all required documentation for contract files, ensuring uploads in the designated system's eFile as per OAMS SOPD.
5. Ensure contract files comply with OAMS-prescribed checklists and procedures.
6. Address inquiries from OAMS customers, vendors, and contractors by directing them to the appropriate federal Contract Specialist or Contracting Officer.

Required Skills and Experience:

1. Minimum of four years of experience with federal acquisitions.
2. Experience supporting complex acquisitions, including contract types such as time-and-materials, labor-hour, and some cost-type contracts, utilizing complex source selection techniques like tradeoff analysis.
3. System and security credentials required to access OAMS acquisition systems; strong written and verbal communication skills.
4. Ability to manage multiple requirements effectively.

About Nationwide IT Services

NIS is a CVE-verified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business specializing in IT and management consulting. Our mission is to deliver value-added services by leveraging technology, industry best practices, and our trusted team members.

Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life and disability insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer match; paid holidays and PTO; commuter benefits; an employee assistance program; educational reimbursement; and Pet Insurance.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.