Contract Administrator
Location: Chantilly, VA
Type: Full Time
Min. Experience: Experienced
CLGT Solutions, LLC dba CLOVEHITCH is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business focused upon providing professional solutions in the areas of intelligence, financial management, and administrative functions.CLOVEHITCH is seeking a Contract Administrator to provide contract-related support through all phases of contract execution (pre-award, award, administration, and precloseout). The Contract Administrator works in a customer-oriented environment while serving as a business advisor in a team environment for all acquisition and contract related Program Office needs. The Contract Administrator drafts, edits, reviews, and maintains all contractual documentation for Government review, approval and signature as well as provides recommendations on contract matters to Government personnel. This position is contingent upon contract award.Supervisory Responsibilities:Principal Duties and Responsibilities:- Prepare reports, data-call responses as directed by the CO, Team Chief or Senior Contracting Officer for Government approval
- Interface with NRO financial management systems such as NEAR, NFIS, FIRsT, EpX Studio and other NRO financial management tools
- Prepare contract documentation (i.e., documentation related to solicitation, award and modifications) and maintain contract files accordingly
- Develop EPX work files, to include identifying appropriate solicitation and contract clauses, for CO review/signature
- Collect and analyze relevant market information from government and non-Government sources to make recommendations regarding possible sources; prepare Market Research reports
- Analyze customer requirements and recommend the appropriate contract type that meets all statutory requirements
- Construct contract incentives that meet required policy while incentivizing positive Basic Order Agreement (BOA) Contractor performance
- Make recommendations regarding when full and open, full and open after exclusion of sources, and Other Than Full and Open competition should be used
- Draft source selection criteria using best value, lowest price technically acceptable or other methods for contracts awarded by negotiation for consideration by authorized Government personnel
- Assist in preparing and conducting negotiation of all the elements of a potential contract or solicitation including schedule, performance, and price; and prepare related documents
- Prepare and submit expired contracts into the contract close out (i.e., Settlements) process
- Make recommendations regarding the evaluation and documentation of subcontracting plans, organizational conflict of interest plans, foreign ownership, control, or influence situations, international traffic and arms regulation situations, and deviation waivers
- Prepare reports as directed by the CO, Team Chief or Senior Contracting Officer
- Provide general office management support, such as logistical support, typing, document review for content and format, filing, files maintenance, photocopying, scheduling meetings/rooms, and calendar management
Required Skills and Abilities:- Ability to communicate effectively and concisely using a variety of styles and techniques appropriate to the audience
- Advanced proficiency and knowledge of Microsoft Office Products and standard computer applications
- High level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner
- Ability to identify problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives, and makes recommendations
- Ability to make sound, well-informed, and objective recommendations; perceives the impact and implications of recommendations; commits to action, even in uncertain situations, to accomplish organizational goals; causes positive change
- Comprehensive understanding and working knowledge of OC Policy Documents and Office of Contracts Administrative Notices (OCAN); NRO Acquisition Manual and Federal Acquisition Regulation.
Education and Experience- Bachelor’s Degree
- 8 years of experience
- Due to federal contract requirements, this position is restricted to U.S. citizens who have an active TS/SCI clearance
Preferred Qualifications:NRO or IC experiencePhysical DemandsN/APosition Environment, Type & Hours of WorkFull-time, ExemptTravelThis position will not require travelCLOVEHITCH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.