Job DetailsLevel: ExperiencedPosition Type: Full TimeEducation Level: Bachelors DegreeTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: DayNOTE: THIS POSITION CAN BE FULLY REMOTE!
Position Objective: Provide services as a Contract Analyst in support of the overall functions of the Office of Research Facilities (ORF), Office of Acquisitions (OA) within the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Duties and Responsibilities:
Pre-Award Acquisition Support
Support acquisition planning for construction, AE, facilities, and ORF-managed service requirements
Conduct and document market research in support of acquisition strategies
Prepare solicitation packages (e.g., RFQs, RFPs, IFBs, MATOC task orders, AE selections)
Assist with Brooks Act (FAR Part 36) AE procurements, including SF-330 reviews and selection documentation
Develop and review Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) and price proposals
Perform price and cost analyses to support fair and reasonable determinations
Prepare pre-negotiation and post-negotiation memoranda
Assist COs during negotiations with contractors and AE firms
Prepare award documentation and ensure contract files meet audit standards
Post-Award Contract Administration
Support administration of construction, AE, and service contracts and task orders
Prepare contract modifications, including changes, options, incremental funding, and administrative actions
Track contract performance, schedules, and funding in coordination with CORs
Review invoices and payment documentation for compliance and accuracy
Assist with resolution of contractual issues and coordination with legal and program offices
Support contract closeout activities in accordance with FAR and NIH procedures
ORF-Specific Advisory Support
Provide acquisition advice to ORF OA COs and ORF program officials
Assist in aligning acquisition approaches with ORF mission priorities and workload balancing efforts
Support transitions of contracts resulting from organizational realignments or workforce reductions
Assist with responding to audits, internal reviews, and data calls related to ORF acquisitions
Pre-Award Acquisition Support
Support acquisition planning for construction, AE, facilities, and ORF-managed service requirements
Conduct and document market research in support of acquisition strategies
Prepare solicitation packages (e.g., RFQs, RFPs, IFBs, MATOC task orders, AE selections)
Assist with Brooks Act (FAR Part 36) AE procurements, including SF-330 reviews and selection documentation
Develop and review Independent Government Cost Estimates (IGCEs) and price proposals
Perform price and cost analyses to support fair and reasonable determinations
Prepare pre-negotiation and post-negotiation memoranda
Assist COs during negotiations with contractors and AE firms
Prepare award documentation and ensure contract files meet audit standards
Post-Award Contract Administration
Support administration of construction, AE, and service contracts and task orders
Prepare contract modifications, including changes, options, incremental funding, and administrative actions
Track contract performance, schedules, and funding in coordination with CORs
Review invoices and payment documentation for compliance and accuracy
Assist with resolution of contractual issues and coordination with legal and program offices
Support contract closeout activities in accordance with FAR and NIH procedures
ORF-Specific Advisory Support
Provide acquisition advice to ORF OA COs and ORF program officials
Assist in aligning acquisition approaches with ORF mission priorities and workload balancing efforts
Support transitions of contracts resulting from organizational realignments or workforce reductions
Assist with responding to audits, internal reviews, and data calls related to ORF acquisitions
QualificationsBasic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree required
Minimum of 5 years of federal acquisition experience, including construction, AE (Architect-Engineer), or facilities-related contracts
Demonstrated experience performing duties equivalent to a GS-12 Contract Specialist
Strong working knowledge of FAR Parts 12, 15, 36, and 43
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supporting MATOCs and task order awards preferred
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with non-technical and technical staff
Detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks and projects
*This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required by this position.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
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This position is contingent upon contract award.