Contract Specialist II

Apply Description Contract Specialist II Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Office of Acquisition Services (OAS) Position: Full-Time / Remote Core Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. EST JOIN OUR TEAM! Caladwich is seeking highly motivated, detail-oriented Contract Specialist II professionals to support the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Office of Acquisition Services (OAS). This role is ideal for acquisition professionals who excel in a fast-paced federal contracting environment and possess demonstrated experience supporting the full acquisition lifecycle. Contract Specialist II personnel will provide cradle-to-grave acquisition support while collaborating with Contracting Officers, Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs), program offices, and vendors to ensure timely, compliant procurement actions. WHO WE ARE: Caladwich is a U.S.-based Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and SBA 8(a) certified company providing professional services and mission support solutions to federal agencies worldwide. Our capabilities include Acquisition Support, Program Management, Logistics Support Services, Process Improvement, Asset Management, and Operational Support Services for DoD, DHS, VA, and GSA customers. As a Veteran-owned company, our mission remains steadfast: Integrity. Solutions. Results. Core Responsibilities · Provide cradle-to-grave acquisition support for assigned procurement actions. · Conduct acquisition planning and market research. · Prepare and edit Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotations (RFQs), Invitations for Bids (IFBs), Combined Synopsis/Solicitations, Determinations and Findings (D&Fs), memoranda, and other acquisition documentation. · Support Small Business Administration (SBA) 8(a), Small Business Customer Experience (SBCX), and Government-Wide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) acquisition activities, including inputting procurement information into required federal systems. · Prepare solicitation notices and assist with proposal conferences, evaluations, negotiations, and source selection activities. · Facilitate technical and past performance evaluation discussions and assist with the scoring and ranking of offers and quotations. · Prepare price analyses, award documentation, Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS) reports, notices of award, and debriefing documentation. · Coordinate with Contracting Officers, Contracting Officer Representatives (CORs), program offices, servicing agencies, and contractors throughout the acquisition lifecycle. · Maintain procurement schedules and respond to Government data calls. · Provide acquisition support and contract administration assistance in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), HHSAR, and CDC policies. Operational Support · Perform post-award contract administration, including unilateral and bilateral modifications, option exercises, administrative actions, and contract closeout activities. · Prepare and process contract modifications with supporting documentation. · Assist in providing notices of the Government's intent to exercise contract options. · Ensure contract awards contain accurate terms and conditions. · Maintain complete electronic procurement files and submit contract files within required Government timelines. · Participate in kick-off meetings and support post-award contract administration activities. · Prepare weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly status reports as required. · Support procurement reporting requirements and maintain acquisition documentation in Government contract writing systems. · Ensure compliance with FAR, HHSAR, CDC acquisition policies, procurement integrity standards, and agency procedures. Requirements Required Qualifications · Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Acquisition Management, Public Administration, or a related field preferred; equivalent federal acquisition experience may be considered. · Minimum five (5) years of federal cradle-to-grave contracting experience, performing both pre-award and post-award acquisition functions in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR). · Current or previous FAC-C Professional Certification (or civilian equivalent) required. · Strong working knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), HHS Acquisition Regulation (HHSAR), simplified acquisition procedures, contract administration, and the federal procurement lifecycle. · Experience utilizing federal procurement systems, preferably including Integrated Contract Expert (ICE) and Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS). ICE experience is preferred. · Experience conducting market research, preparing solicitation packages, evaluating proposals, documenting contract files, and supporting source selections. · Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare professional acquisition documentation and effectively communicate with Government stakeholders and contractors. · Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Preferred Qualifications · Experience supporting acquisitions for the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), or other federal civilian agencies. · Experience supporting acquisitions utilizing GWACs, GSA schedules, and SBA 8(a) procurement processes. · Familiarity with electronic contract filing systems and federal financial management systems. Other Requirements · Must be a U.S. Citizen. · Ability to obtain and maintain a favorable background investigation or security clearance as required by the contract. · Must successfully complete all required Government security requirements, including FBI fingerprinting and a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) adjudication.