Senior Contract Specialist (DoD - NCMA Cert.)

Aalis Management Consulting; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Senior Contract Specialist to join their team. This role involves providing comprehensive acquisition support services, ensuring compliance with federal regulations, and managing the procurement process from start to finish. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in federal contracting, excellent negotiation skills, and expertise in relevant contracting systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to meaningful projects while working in a supportive and values-driven environment. If you have a passion for procurement and a commitment to excellence, we encourage you to apply!

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience as a Contract Specialist is required.
• NCMA certification is mandatory; DAWIA or FAC-C is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive acquisition support from pre-award to post-award.
• Prepare contractual documents and manage communications with contractors.

Skills

Federal Contracting Regulations

Market Research

Negotiation Skills

Compliance with FAR, DFARS

Contract Closeouts

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration

Tools

Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE)

Procurement Desktop-Defense (PD2/SPS)

Army Contract Writing System (ACWS)

Corps of Engineers Financial Management System (CEFMS)

Paperless Contract File (PCF)

Job description

Senior Contract Specialist (DoD - NCMA Cert.)

Aalis Management Consulting is an 8(a) certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) driven by the same principles that guide our armed forces. Founded by a US Army veteran, we take pride in our core values: excellence in reputation, commitment, candor, teamwork, and dependability. Our team delivers stakeholder-focused support in the areas of Acquisition & Procurement Support, (IT) Financial Management, Program Management, and Logistics & Supply Chain Support. Visit us at www.aalismc.com

Title: Senior Contract Specialist

Client: DoD

Location: Washington, DC

Clearance: Public Trust

Security Clearance Statement: This position requires a government security clearance; the applicant must be a U.S. Citizen for consideration.

Number of Position(s): 1

Work Schedule: 8 am – 5 pm

Work Day: Monday – Friday

Position Overview

We seek a skilled Senior Contract Specialist to provide comprehensive acquisition support services, covering all aspects of the procurement process from pre-award to post-award, including contract closeouts. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in federal contracting regulations and be proficient in key procurement systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and process various contractual documents, including market research support, planning documents, and Request for Proposal (RFP) letters.
• Draft and manage communications with contractors, review technical analyses, and prepare key negotiation documents, such as:
• Pre-negotiation objective Memorandums (POM)
• Price Negotiation Memorandums (PNM)
• Competitive Range Determinations (CRD)
• Source Selection Decision Documents (SSDD)
• Manage award documentation, including award letters, unsuccessful letters, and debriefing materials.
• Utilize procurement and financial management systems such as Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE), Procurement Desktop-Defense (PD2/SPS), Army Contract Writing System (ACWS), and Corps of Engineers Financial Management System (CEFMS).
• Process novation agreements and general administrative contract modifications.
• Ensure compliance with federal acquisition regulations, including FAR, DFARS, AFARS, UAI, and JFTR.
• Oversee contract closeouts and maintain contract files in the Paperless Contract File (PCF) system.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Must have at least 8+ years of experience as a Contract Specialist.
• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• You must have an NCMA certification. A DAWIA or FAC-C certification is nice in addition to an NCMA certification.
• Must have expertise in Contracting Systems such as SPS/PD2, ACWS, CEFMS, and PCF.
• Most tasks involve simplified acquisitions, sole-source contracts, and contract modifications, with potential involvement in other procurement actions as needed.

Aalis Management Consulting is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.