Senior Contract Specialist

Apply Description This role is contingent upon contract award. CTRMG is seeking a Senior Contract Specialist II to serve as key personnel on a CDC acquisition support effort. This role supports cradle-to-grave federal contracting across pre-award, solicitation, evaluation, award, and post-award functions in support of CDC procurement operations. The position is part of a temporary contract support initiative designed to improve workflow efficiency and timely execution of procurement actions. Requirements Perform acquisition support for assigned requirements throughout the contract lifecycle. Conduct pre-award support such as gathering historical procurement data, supporting market research, advising on applicable regulations and procedures, coordinating approvals, attending meetings, and responding to data calls. Draft and edit solicitation and procurement file documents, including RFQs, RFPs, IFBs, combined synopsis/solicitations, determinations and findings, memoranda, and checklists. Prepare pre-solicitation and solicitation notices for review and posting through channels such as SAM.gov, GSA eBuy, NITACC, NASA SWEP, and agency websites, as applicable. Support SBA 8(a) offering documentation, facilitate communications with the SBA, and enter required information into SBCX for small business review actions. Assist after receipt of offers or quotes by managing vendor communications, supporting evaluation discussions, scoring and ranking, pricing and business analyses, negotiation support, and documentation of findings and recommendations. Prepare award documents, support FPDS reporting, assist with debriefing documents, and help facilitate award distribution. Perform post-award support including preparation of administrative and contractual modifications, option-related notices, contractor administration support, de-obligations, and contract file organization. Create and submit digital procurement files within required deadlines and participate in required reporting and status meetings. Support completion expectations tied to procurement workload, quality standards, responsiveness, and customer service. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree. At least five years of cradle-to-grave contracting experience. Current or previous FAC-C certification or civilian equivalent. Prior experience supporting federal acquisitions through pre-award and post-award phases. Prior ICE experience is preferred. Working knowledge of the FAR, HHSAR, and standard federal procurement documentation and reporting practices. Strong analytical, writing, documentation, and communication skills. Ability to pass HHS/CDC suitability review, background investigation processing, and fingerprint-based checks required for agency access. Preferred Qualifications Experience supporting HHS, CDC, or other civilian federal procurement offices. Experience supporting high-volume procurement environments. Experience with electronic contract file management and reporting tools.