Contract Specialist

Overview Capital Group is seeking a Contract Specialist II to support a federal healthcare agency. The Contract Specialist II will support the full acquisition lifecycle on behalf of the federal agency’s Office of Acquisition Services, including pre‑award planning; solicitation development; proposal and quote evaluation; and post‑award contract administration (i.e., contract closeout), all in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and local acquisition policies. Responsibilities Conduct and document market research and support acquisition planning for assigned requirements. Draft and edit solicitation documents, including RFPs, RFQs, IFBs, and Combined Synopsis/Solicitations, for agency review. Support technical and past performance evaluations, and assist with scoring, negotiation objectives, and award documentation. Process contract modifications and support post‑award administration, including option exercises and de‑obligations. Maintain complete, accurate procurement files and submit them within required agency timeframes. Prepare status reports and support recurring meetings with the Contracting Officer’s Representative (COR). Capital Group offers competitive salaries based on experience and an extensive benefits package including Health/Dental/Vision Benefits, 401(k), Life/Short‑Term/Long‑Term Insurance, and ten Federal Holidays and paid time off. Requirements Bachelor’s degree. Minimum of five (5) years of demonstrated federal contracting experience across the full acquisition lifecycle, from solicitation development through contract administration. Current or previous Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC‑C) certification, Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA), or civilian equivalent (e.g., National Contract Management Agency (NCMA)). Extensive working knowledge of the FAR. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite. Ability to obtain and maintain the government suitability determination required for agency access. Preferred Qualifications Prior experience with the Integrated Contracts Expert (ICE) contract writing system. Prior experience supporting CDC, HHS, or other federal public health agency acquisitions. Familiarity with the Small Business Customer Experience (SBCX) system, FPDS reporting, and GSA eBuy. #J-18808-Ljbffr