Contract Specialist

Procurement Specialist DutiesReviews requests for the procurement of specialized or complex items and equipment, extensive technical services, and/or unique construction.Determines method of contracting, type of contract, requirements of special provisions, inclusion of options, and evaluation criteria.Prepares solicitation/amendment documents incorporating provisions such as cost accounting standards, cost or pricing data, special testing requirements, Government furnished property, and payment provisions as required.Serves as contracting negotiator and functions as the team leader during contractual negotiations.Performs cost or price analysis, including review of cost breakdowns to determine reasonableness and cost realism as necessary.Responsible for contract management on assigned contracts during the post award phase of the procurement cycle assuring timely receipt of all contractual data specified.Assists contract administration offices in the administration of contract.Prepares Government position on protests for unsuccessful offers and recommends a decision on claims arising under the contract.Prepares response to all contractual correspondence with contractors including requests for contract deviations from contract compliance.