Contract Manager (CM)

RieLes Group is seeking experienced Contract Manager (CM) and Alternate Contract Manager (ACM) who is interested in working in the Washington DC area. The Library of Congress (LOC) FEDLINK is a program within the Library of Congress that manages contracts to provide library and information services to U.S. federal agencies. It acts as a contracting intermediary allowing agencies to obtain library support services through the Library of Congress rather than running their own contracts.

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Contract Manager (CM) and Alternate Contract Manager (ACM)
Library of Congress (LOC) FEDLINK
Library of Congress
FEDLINK Contracts
101 Independence Avenue SE LA 215
Washington DC 20540
Employment Type: Full-Time Contract
Period of Performance: May 1 2026 April 30 2031

Work Location & Schedule
Primary Work Location:
On-site at Library of Congress facilities in Washington DC as specified by task orders
Hybrid/telework may be permitted in accordance with task order requirements inclement weather or government closures

Work Schedule:
Full-time: 40 hours per week
Standard hours: MondayFriday 8:00 AM 5:00 PM Eastern Time

Shift:
Day shift
Occasional extended hours may be required to support contract deliverables transitions or mission-critical activities

Position Overview
The Contract Manager (CM) and Alternate Contract Manager (ACM) are designated Key Personnel responsible for the successful administration oversight and execution of all task orders issued under the FEDLINK Library Support Services contract in support of the Library of Congress.

The Contract Manager (CM) serves as the primary Government point of contact and is accountable for overall contract performance. The Alternate Contract Manager (ACM) serves as the fully qualified backup and ensures continuity of operations by assuming all CM duties during the CMs absence.

Key Responsibilities
Contract Manager (CM) Key Personnel
Serve as the primary liaison with the Library of Congress Contracting Officer (CO) Contracting Officers Representative (COR) and FEDLINK Program staff
Provide overall contract administration and leadership for the IDIQ and all task orders
Ensure full compliance with:
Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)
Service Contract Act (SCA)
Contract terms and Library of Congress policies
Direct and oversee Task Order Managers (TOMs) and contractor staff across all performance areas
Manage staffing onboarding offboarding and personnel suitability requirements
Monitor contract performance schedules deliverables and quality assurance plans
Identify risks resolve performance issues and proactively communicate potential concerns to Government stakeholders
Approve internal reports deliverables and invoice submissions prior to Government review
Coordinate invoicing and payment processes through the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP)
Ensure uninterrupted performance of services across the contract lifecycle.

Alternate Contract Manager (ACM) Key Personnel
Serve as the designated alternate to the Contract Manager and assume full CM authority during the CMs absence
Support the CM in day-to-day contract administration and task order oversight
Assist in monitoring compliance with FAR SCA and contract requirements
Coordinate with Task Order Managers (TOMs) to track staffing schedules and deliverables
Support quality assurance activities performance reporting and issue resolution
Assist with contractor personnel onboarding offboarding and suitability processes
Participate in Government meetings briefings and status reviews as required
Maintain familiarity with all active task orders to ensure seamless transition of responsibilities when acting as CM

Required Qualifications
Contract Manager (CM)
Masters Degree in Library Science / Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in a management supervisory or contract management role within a library or information services environment
Demonstrated experience managing federal government contracts preferably IDIQ contracts
Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple concurrent task orders
Excellent communication leadership and organizational skills
Ability to obtain and maintain Library of Congress contractor suitability clearance

Alternate Contract Manager (ACM)
Masters Degree in Library Science / Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in a supervisory project management or senior professional role within a library or information services environment
Experience supporting federal contracts or task orders
Strong organizational and communication skills
Ability to obtain and maintain Library of Congress contractor suitability clearance

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