CONTRACT ANALYST II

Contract Analyst II - 55012005

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system. To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration. Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state's economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida's environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state's communities. The vision of the OneFDOT team is to serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The work you will do:

Contract Analyst II / Turnpike Enterprise / Traffic & Revenue Audit Center

This position will procure goods and services, prepare and review formal procurement documents, and manage updates and addenda through the Vendor Bid System. It supports the Turnpike Enterprise's contract program by preparing advertisements, assembling bid packages, evaluating bids, coordinating awards, and maintaining contract data across multiple FDOT systems. Additionally, it processes and maintains contractual documents, manages contract files and records storage, assists evaluation teams, and provides customer service by responding to vendor inquiries and issuing addenda.

The difference you will make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.

How you will grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency's learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

Where you will work:

Turnpike Enterprise Mile post 263, bldg. 5315 Ocoee, FL 34761

Annual Salary Range: $ 65,149.50

Your specific responsibilities:

Procures goods and services utilizing formal procurement methods. Assists cost center managers in the preparation and development of formal procurement documents. Reviews such documents for accuracy and completeness and compliance with Florida Statutes and Department policies. Maintains and updates formal procurements using the Vendor Bid System. Prepares procurement addenda as required, and conducts pre-bid conferences, bid openings, and post awards. Routes incoming and outgoing documents for Contractual Services. Logs documents, as needed. Assists in the planning, scheduling and implementing of the Turnpike Enterprise's contract program for road and bridge maintenance in compliance with Florida Statutes Chapter 337, Florida Administrative Code (FAC) rules 14- 22,14-25, and 14-78, and applicable Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) procedures. Prepare advertisements, schedule lettings, assemble bid packages, track plan and proposal holder information, assist with bid openings, evaluate contractor bids and proposals for responsiveness, post intended awards and coordinate award and execution of contracts. Manage contract data using various Department database systems including AashtoWare, CPP, and CPP Online Ordering System, Bid Questions and Answers Enterprise System, coordinate updates to Turnpike Contracts Website. Assists in preparing, processing, and maintaining contractual documents including agreements, supplemental amendments, and minor project authorizations, ensuring proper execution. For assigned contracts, coordinates evaluation teams, reviews and compiles evaluation data, and facilitates oral presentations, oral interview sessions, scope of service meetings, proposal review meetings, and scope clarification meetings. Maintain contract files while keeping file documentation complete and accurate. Coordinate the timely and proper archiving of contract files. Properly maintains the unit's offsite records storage inventory and information, including proper disposal of records. Assist with public records requests as needed. Coordinate with appropriate staff to respond to bid questions. Prepare and issue appropriate addenda. Provide customer service to vendors pertaining to FDOT procurement process.

The successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Knowledge of: Invitation to Bid (ITB), Request for Proposal (RFP), and the Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) processes. Knowledge of the MFMP eProcurement system and ability to create requisitions, contracts, and perform searches in the MFMP system.

Skills in: The use of computer-based spreadsheets, and word processing applications. Problem-solving techniques. Reviewing documents for accuracy and completeness.

Ability to: Analyze bids and packages for cost effectiveness. Prioritize work and to meet deadlines. Maintain strict attention to detail. Remain calm and effective under pressure. Establish and maintain effective working relationships. Independently, plan, organize and prioritize assignments. Communicate effectively orally and in writing. Learn, interpret and apply laws, procedures, rules, guidelines and regulations related to procurement. Research, analyze data and produce reports.

The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: Health insurance (over 90% employer paid) $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid) Dental, vision and supplemental insurances State of Florida retirement package 10 paid holidays a year Generous vacation and sick leave Career advancement opportunities Tuition waiver for public college courses A variety of training opportunities Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Special requirements:

You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or Senior Management Service (SMS), unless they are registered with the Selective Service System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.

The Florida Department of Transportation values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. In accordance with Section 110.112, Florida Statutes, and the Florida Department of Transportation's Individuals with Disabilities Affirmative Action Plan, the agency is committed to ensuring affirmative action and equal employment opportunity for qualified individuals with disabilities. Upon request and as appropriate, reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities may be provided. Please contact the Florida Department of Transportation's Human Resources Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center View phone number on click.appcast.io). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

Location: Ocoee, FL, US, 34761

Nearest Major Market: Orlando