Mid-Level Contract Support Specialist

One Federal Solution; Leavenworth, Northern (KS, KY); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

One Federal Solution (OFS) is seeking experienced Mid-Level Contract Support Specialists to provide comprehensive federal acquisition and contracting support to a potential government client.

The role covers the lifecycle from pre-award through closeout, including planning, pricing, solicitations, and compliance with FAR/VAAR regulations. Strong writing and collaboration with Contracting Officers are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree OR at least 24 semester hours in relevant fields such as business, finance, law, contracting, or economics.
• Minimum of three years of recent acquisition support experience within the last five years.
• Knowledge of FAR, VAAR, RFO, and other applicable federal acquisition policies.
• Solid understanding of the federal acquisition lifecycle.
• Experience researching and analyzing technical and cost/price information.
• Ability to interpret federal acquisition policies and provide informed recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate with Contracting Officers, Contract Specialists, leadership and stakeholders.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.

Responsibilities

• Provide acquisition support throughout the federal lifecycle (pre-award to closeout).
• Support acquisition planning and strategy development.
• Conduct research and analysis of technical, contractual, and cost/price information.
• Review and assist with development of acquisition requirements and documentation.
• Assist with IGCE development and reviews.
• Prepare and review solicitations, amendments for FAR/VAAR compliance.
• Support evaluations and negotiations per FAR requirements.
• Conduct price analysis and develop price reasonableness recommendations.
• Support contract awards and maintain documentation.
• Assist with modifications, change orders, and other acquisition actions.
• Monitor contract performance and resolve post-award issues.
• Conduct regulatory research to support decision-making.
• Coordinate with leadership, customers, and technical personnel.
• Support contract closeout and related activities as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

US citizen

English fluency

Regulatory interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree or 24 semester hours in business/finance/law/contracting/economics

Tools

eCMS

FMS/IFAMS

IFCAP

IPPS

SAM.gov

FPDS-NG

GSA eBuy/Advantage

Job description

One Federal Solution (OFS) is seeking experienced Mid-Level Contract Support Specialists to provide comprehensive federal acquisition and contracting support to a potential government client. The selected candidates will support activities throughout the federal acquisition lifecycle, including pre-award, award, post-award administration, modifications, and contract closeout.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive acquisition and contract support throughout the federal acquisition lifecycle.
• Support acquisition planning and strategy development.
• Conduct research and analysis of technical, contractual, and cost/price information.
• Review and assist with the development of acquisition requirements and supporting documentation.
• Assist with the development and review of Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs).
• Prepare and review solicitations, amendments, and other acquisition documentation for compliance with applicable regulations.
• Support proposal evaluations and negotiations in accordance with FAR requirements.
• Conduct pricing analysis and assist with developing price reasonableness recommendations.
• Support contract awards and ensure appropriate documentation is prepared and maintained.
• Assist Contracting Officers and Contract Specialists with modifications, change orders, supplemental agreements, delivery orders, and related acquisition actions.
• Monitor contract performance and assist with resolving post-award issues.
• Conduct policy and regulatory research to support acquisition-related decision-making.
• Coordinate with leadership, customers, technical personnel, and other stakeholders throughout the acquisition process.
• Support contract closeout and other administrative acquisition activities as required.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree OR at least 24 semester hours in relevant fields such as business, finance, law, contracting, or economics.
• Minimum of three years of recent relevant acquisition support experience within the last five years.
• Knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), Veterans Affairs Acquisition Regulation (VAAR), Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO), and other applicable federal acquisition policies and regulations.
• Solid understanding of the federal acquisition lifecycle.
• Experience conducting research and analysis of technical and cost/price information.
• Ability to interpret federal acquisition policies and regulations and provide informed business advice and recommendations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with Contracting Officers, Contract Specialists, technical personnel, leadership, and other stakeholders.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous Department of Veterans Affairs acquisition or contracting experience.
• Experience working with VAAR in addition to FAR.
• Experience with federal acquisition systems such as eCMS, FMS/IFAMS, IFCAP, IPPS, SAM.gov, FPDS-NG, and GSA eBuy/Advantage.
• Experience supporting IGCE development, price analysis, contract modifications, post-award administration, and contract closeout.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Teams, and SharePoint.

Security / Suitability

This position does not require a classified security clearance. Candidates must be able to successfully meet applicable government suitability and background investigation requirements.

Future Business Opportunity

This position is in support of a future business opportunity and is contingent upon contract award.

About One Federal Solution

One Federal Solution (OFS) is an innovative Professional Services provider with over 20 years of experience supporting Defense and Civilian agencies. OFS specializes in Business Intelligence, Acquisition and Procurement, and other Professional Services. We are pioneers, builders, thought leaders, and pride ourselves in thinking outside the box to co-create with our customers, helping them achieve excellent enterprise-wide outcomes. As a certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), OFS is committed to providing people who deliver high performance and excellence to our government partners.