SENIOR CONTRACT SPECIALIST
Kittery, Maine
SENIOR CONTRACT SPECIALIST
Full Time • Kittery, Maine
Job Title: SENIOR CONTRACT SPECIALIST
Location: Onsite, - Kittery, Maine
Work Authorization: US Citizen
Role Summary
The Senior Contract Specialist will provide advanced acquisition and contracting support for complex procurement actions and assist with acquisition planning, solicitation development, proposal evaluation, negotiations, contract awards, and post-award administration. The position also includes mentoring, training, and knowledge-sharing responsibilities to support the acquisition team.
Roles and Responsibilities
• Lead or support complex acquisition actions involving commercial and non-commercial supplies and services.
• Conduct market research and develop acquisition strategies, procurement approaches, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare and review RFQs, RFPs, statements of work, and other solicitation and acquisition documents.
• Perform price analysis, review pricing information, and develop or evaluate Independent Government Estimates.
• Support source selection, proposal evaluation, pre-negotiation planning, negotiations, and contract award activities.
• Administer contracts after award, including modifications, option exercises, and other contract actions.
• Assist with contractor performance matters and resolve acquisition documentation or procedural issues.
• Maintain accurate contract files and support required contract data reporting, including FPDS-NG inputs.
• Use Government contracting systems and electronic procurement platforms to support acquisition operations.
• Train, mentor, and share acquisition knowledge with Contract Specialists and other team members.
Professional Experience
• Minimum of 8 years of government contracting experience.
• Experience must include government contracting for commercial and non-commercial supplies and services, including IDIQ contracts and task orders/delivery orders.
• Expert knowledge of federal contracting laws, regulations, policies, precedents, and acquisition procedures.
• Experience with electronic commerce and automated acquisition systems.
• Experience in training, mentoring, or knowledge sharing is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Educational Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• A degree in Business Administration or a related business field is preferred.
Certifications
• DAWIA Contracting Professional Certification or an equivalent recognized contracting certification.
• The PWS identifies examples including DAWIA Level III and applicable FAC-C/FAC-C-DoD certification criteria or legacy FAC-C Level III.
Security, Citizenship, and Other Requirements
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must possess an active security clearance at the time of award, as stated in the PWS qualification requirements. The specific clearance level should be confirmed with the contracting authority.
• Must complete required Government and site training, including AMS, ePS, DoD Cybersecurity Awareness, and PNSY Contractor New Employee Orientation, as applicable.
• Must comply with Government security, safety, information-protection, and physical-access requirements.
Location: Onsite, - Kittery, Maine
Work Authorization: US Citizen
Role Summary
The Senior Contract Specialist will provide advanced acquisition and contracting support for complex procurement actions and assist with acquisition planning, solicitation development, proposal evaluation, negotiations, contract awards, and post-award administration. The position also includes mentoring, training, and knowledge-sharing responsibilities to support the acquisition team.
Roles and Responsibilities
• Lead or support complex acquisition actions involving commercial and non-commercial supplies and services.
• Conduct market research and develop acquisition strategies, procurement approaches, and supporting documentation.
• Prepare and review RFQs, RFPs, statements of work, and other solicitation and acquisition documents.
• Perform price analysis, review pricing information, and develop or evaluate Independent Government Estimates.
• Support source selection, proposal evaluation, pre-negotiation planning, negotiations, and contract award activities.
• Administer contracts after award, including modifications, option exercises, and other contract actions.
• Assist with contractor performance matters and resolve acquisition documentation or procedural issues.
• Maintain accurate contract files and support required contract data reporting, including FPDS-NG inputs.
• Use Government contracting systems and electronic procurement platforms to support acquisition operations.
• Train, mentor, and share acquisition knowledge with Contract Specialists and other team members.
Professional Experience
• Minimum of 8 years of government contracting experience.
• Experience must include government contracting for commercial and non-commercial supplies and services, including IDIQ contracts and task orders/delivery orders.
• Expert knowledge of federal contracting laws, regulations, policies, precedents, and acquisition procedures.
• Experience with electronic commerce and automated acquisition systems.
• Experience in training, mentoring, or knowledge sharing is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Educational Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• A degree in Business Administration or a related business field is preferred.
Certifications
• DAWIA Contracting Professional Certification or an equivalent recognized contracting certification.
• The PWS identifies examples including DAWIA Level III and applicable FAC-C/FAC-C-DoD certification criteria or legacy FAC-C Level III.
Security, Citizenship, and Other Requirements
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must possess an active security clearance at the time of award, as stated in the PWS qualification requirements. The specific clearance level should be confirmed with the contracting authority.
• Must complete required Government and site training, including AMS, ePS, DoD Cybersecurity Awareness, and PNSY Contractor New Employee Orientation, as applicable.
• Must comply with Government security, safety, information-protection, and physical-access requirements.
Mission Statement
Softthink Solutions’ mission is to drive continuous innovation in IT services by prioritizing product development and implementing trustworthy computing practices. Our focus on secure and reliable product delivery is backed by sound business practices and a commitment to the long-term satisfaction of our clients in every project, regardless of its size or complexity.
Through our innovative solutions and dedicated team of experts, we strive to exceed our clients’ expectations and set the standard for excellence in the IT industry.
Vision Statement
At Softthink Solutions, our vision is to be a trusted partner for our clients, empowering them to bring their ideas to life in the most efficient and effective manner possible. We are committed to using established best practices, industry-standard processes, and cutting-edge technology to deliver top-notch solutions that exceed expectations.
Our goal is to be recognized as leaders in the industry for our innovative, reliable, and secure IT services and solutions, and to drive the success of our clients through every project we undertake.
Careers
STSI is an independent US-based Software services and consulting partner with a primary focus on long-term relationships with both clients and team members.
STSI offers team members cutting-edge technology, training, and career guidance to expand and grow their skill sets and bring maximum value to our clients.
STSI is constantly reviewing and expanding its people strength and strives to optimally match client needs to team member talents. We are a people-oriented company seeking the best and brightest to join our team. We work with a variety of employment statuses – from citizens to permanent residents to H1B and EAD immigrants. We have openings for entry level as well as senior positions across a variety of specializations with active in-house and client projects.
In an industry that’s constantly reinventing itself, STSI challenges its team members and consultants with engagements that involve specialized services and advanced IT solutions – applying agile development principles, methodical planning, creative thinking, and continuous learning. A dynamic environment keeps our team members ahead of the curve by providing:
In an industry that’s constantly reinventing itself, STSI challenges its team members and consultants with engagements that involve specialized services and advanced IT solutions – applying agile development principles, methodical planning, creative thinking, and continuous learning. A dynamic environment keeps our team members ahead of the curve by providing:
- Opportunities to work with leading multinational clients.
- A comprehensive portfolio of solutions that span leading-edge technologies from Enterprise Architecture to Business Intelligence to Quality Assurance
- Established methodologies, processes, and mentoring to maximize efficacy and efficiency.
- A growing R&D division continually exploring and pioneering the latest technological developments in a variety of disciplines.
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