Jr. Contract Specialist
Jr. Contract Specialist
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Job Description
Acquisition Professionals (AP) LLC is a trusted strategic partner and solutions-based company that combines years of deep knowledge-based expertise agile program management and customized learning solutions AP provides cradle-to-grave acquisition services and acquisition training; administrative support services; Information Technology Support Services and program and financial management. We leverage technology tools and industry best practices through our experienced personnel to create cross-functional results and navigate the complex and high-risk areas for our clients projects and programs.
Job Summary:
The National Gallery of Art (NGA) is seeking a junior Contract Specialist to support its Office of Procurement and Contracts (APC). This role is essential to ensuring the efficient acquisition of services supplies and equipment that support the NGAs mission. Normal duty hours may range from 7:00AM - 5:30PM Monday through Friday. No travel anticipated.
Requirements/Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of specialized experience in federal acquisition/procurement methods and contract types
- Knowledge of FAR Part 12 (Commercial Items) and FAR Part 13 (Simplified Acquisition Procedures)
- Experience with Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs) and GSA Schedule contracts
- Skilled in pre-award post-award and price/cost analysis for well-defined contract actions
- Ability to interpret and apply acquisition policies and procedures
- Strong written communication skills
- Capable of solving problems and managing multiple projects simultaneously
Responsibilities:
- Review procurement requests and plan simplified acquisition strategies
- Assist Contracting Officer (CO) with negotiations and contract/order preparation
- Draft order/contract documents and supporting memoranda
- Provide recommendations to the CO for achieving acquisition objectives and streamlining processes
- Collaborate with program office personnel to develop statements of work specifications and evaluation criteria
- May lead pre-solicitation pre-proposal and post-award conferences
- Maintain communication with internal NGA staff and external contractors
- Access and handle data from NGA systems confidentially
- Must demonstrate strong interpersonal and diplomatic skills in a fast-paced environment
Education/Certifications:
- Bachelors Degree
Corporate Summary:
Acquisition Professionals (AP) LLC is an Economically Disadvantaged Women owned 8 (A) small business. We are located at the Metro Park Office Complex in Alexandria Virginia. We offer a competitive salary and compensation benefits package including medical dental vision disability matching 401k tax free transit subsidy paid federal government holidays and paid time off. AP is committed to creating an environment of work life balance.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
Employment Type
Contract
