Contract Administrator/ Contract Specialist
Contract Administrator/ Contract Specialist
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Job Description
Overview
Systems Planning and Analysis Inc. (SPA) delivers highimpact technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice producingResults that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity unique challenges and clearsighted commitment to the . Responsive. Trusted.
The Space and Intelligence Division provides professional services to the US Space Force Combatant Commands Intelligence Community and NASA. Our work includes enterprise architectural assessments systems engineering and integration test planning and execution cost estimating and analysis acquisition support and cybersecurity. We are trusted partners developing approaches and concepts to meet emerging high priority needs assessing cuttingedge technologies and supporting capabilities for our National Defense. Come join the fastest growing Division at Systems Planning and Analysis Inc.!
The Strategic Technology Analysis Group (STAG) part of System Planning and Analysis Inc.s Space and Intelligence Division offers sophisticated capabilities (people process & tools) to resolve unique problems in space cyber and special operations in support to military services Secretary of Defense offices (OSD) and theater warfighters. Our portfolio includes the Assistant Secretary of Air Force for Space Acquisition & Integration (SAF/SQ) Joint Warfare Analysis Center (JWAC) Space Security and Defense Program (SSDP) National Space Defense Center (NSDC) Space Warfighting Analysis Center (SWAC) Strategic Capabilities Office (SCO) US Space Command (USSPACECOM) and US Space Force (USSF). Come be a part of a highspeed lowdrag organization providing unique and tailored solutions for our National Defense!
The Joint Warfare Analysis Center (JWAC) provides the Combatant Commands (COCOMs) U.S. Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) and the Joint Staff with effectsbased precision targeting options for selected networks and nodes in order to carry out the national security and military strategy of the United States during peace crisis and war. This position supports contract management for JWAC which is located at the Naval Support Activity South Potomac (NSASP) base located in Dahlgren Virginia (VA). The successful candidate will provide seasoned Contract Specialist support planning activities for current and future programs in accordance with Federal DoD Air Force and JWAC laws regulations policies directives and instructions.
SPA has an immediate need for a highly qualified JWAC Contract Administrator.
Responsibilities
Duties associated with this role include but are not limited to the following:
- Working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and its supplements.
- Execute pre/post award contract management actions on various contracts with various contract types as listed in FAR Part 16.
- Assist in the preparation of solicitation documents selecting appropriate clauses ensuring clear and complete specifications including packing and delivery requirements or other routine supplemental stipulation.
- Assist in the monitoring of contract performance through progress reports and analysis of contractor metrics for compliance with performance standards applicable laws delivery schedules payment provisions inspections progress reports and other requirements stated in the contract.
- Review requisition package for adequacy consistency and compliance with administrative regulatory and procedural requirements.
- Process funding modifications for additional funds or deobligate funds when required.
- Prepare contract modifications caused by but not limited to changes in technical requirements by incremental funding requirements changes in quantities to be delivered ordering priced/unpriced options and similar issues.
- Conduct cost and price analysis on sole source and competitive acquisitions.
- Prepare draft prenegotiation objectives post negotiation memorandum as required to explain rationale and methods used in arriving at the final settlement in terminations (i.e. for convenience for cause for default) and other types of negotiated changes and modifications to contracts.
- Prepare full documentation for contract actions requiring formal review ensure compliance with all laws and regulations and ensure package is approved within the acquisition schedule.
- Prepare Request for Information packages and be the focal point for replies under the Freedom of Information Act and other inquiries.
- Conduct contract closeout procedures according to the FAR. Shall handle all administrative duties of closeout and prepare all documentation for Contracting Officer signature and physically stage all closeout files for storage according to FAR 4.805.
- Track and log open Purchase Requests (AF Form 9s) Military Interdepartmental Purchase Requests (MIPRs) and other funding documentation until placed on contract.
- Prepare contract actions in the Air Force contract writing system; the DoD Standard Procurement System Procurement DesktopDefense program and/or AF Contracting Information Technology (CONIT) system.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications
- Top Secret/SCI eligible clearance required. This program requires SAP access
- Minimum of 5 years experience as Contract Specialist
- Proficiency using Microsoft Office Products to include Outlook Word PowerPoint and Excel
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Desired Qualifications:
- Bachelors Degree with a minimum of 24 semester credit hours in Business Administration Public Administration Contract Law Accounting Finance or related course work
- Minimum of 3 years prior/demonstrated experience with using the DoD Standard Procurement System Procurement DesktopDefense program and/or AF Contracting Information Technology (CONIT) for processing acquisition actions
- Level II Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) certification or equivalent
Reports to designated work location up to fulltime based upon the needs of the client.
Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
