Contract specialist

Summary

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Contract Specialist with the Nashville Area Indian Health Service. Performing all aspects of the contraction transactions from initiation to recommendation of award for the procurement of services.

This position is remote eligible and will be located under the Nashville Area Office, Nashville, TN.

Duties

• Performs all aspects of the contracting function from procurement planning assistance with program personnel through recommendation of award to administration of the contract and through final close-out using the system.
• Develops plans, which include the development of the acquisition plan, market research, independent government estimate, performance work statement, statement of objectives, statement of work and other data requirements.
• Advertises and / or negotiates the procurement and servicing of complex medical or facility equipment for which there are no known specifications or criteria on which to base the specifications or where copyright or patient rights may result in further complications.
• Performs detailed analysis of bids or proposals which includes insuring compliance with specifications or advertised procurement and preparing all required documentation to support recommendation of award.
• In both formal and negotiated acquisitions, performs detailed analysis of bids to determine responsiveness, financial responsibility and production capabilities of bidder.
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Must pass pre-employment examination.

Selectee may be subject to a probationary period

U.S. Citizenship is required

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12 / 31 / 1959

Confidential Financial Disclosure Form required.

Measles and Rubella immunization required for selectees born after 1957 and seasonal influenza immunization is required for all staff working in Indian Health Service health care facilities.

COVID-19 vaccination is required for all selectees prior to entrance on duty.

The selected individual is required to obtain and maintain certifications, including any licensure requirements. If privileges are not obtained or maintained during employment, the employee will be subject to adverse actions, up to and including removal from Federal service.

Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit .

You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.

Background Investigation : If you are selected for this vacancy, you must undergo a pre-employment fingerprint check and background investigation.

Fingerprint results and background investigation documentation must be cleared prior to hire. After you begin your employment, your continued employment is contingent upon the outcome of a complete background investigation as determined by the sensitivity level of your position.

The investigation must find that you are suitable for Federal employment in your position. If you are found not suitable, you will be terminated after you begin work.

If you make a false statement in any part of your application, you may not be hired; you may be fired after you begin work;

or subject to possible criminal charges. You may be subject to a credit check as a part of the background investigation process.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and / or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

BASIC REQUIREMENT(S) for GS-5 through GS-12 :

A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field;

B. At least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields : accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management.

In addition to the Basic Requirements, you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• GS-12 Grade Level : Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and / or tasks : Examples include : Reviews the request for procurement and communicates with program personnel to assure all information is clearly set forth in the request;
• prepares solicitation documents which incorporate required Federal Acquisition Regulations and HHS policies and provisions;
• plans and conducts negotiates on price, technical requirements, and terms / conditions of the contract; maintains up-to-update status of deliverables, invoices, and other activities under the contract;

prepares final decisions within delegated authority on disputes and claims from contract(s); debriefing unsuccessful bidders.

Selective Placement Factor GS-12 : must have a current Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C) Level II or the single-level FAC-C Professional certification.

You must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of the announcement.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Additional selections may be made for similar positions across the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) within the local commuting area(s) of the location identified in this announcement.

By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) at HHS. Clearance of CTAP / ICTAP will be applied for similar positions across HHS.

This position will be filled through the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority. Category rating and Veterans' Preference will not be considered in evaluating applicants.

For more information on Direct Hire Authority, please see . Your application (resume and supporting documentation) will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required as listed on the announcement under qualification requirements.

To be considered well qualified for the purposes of the Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) and the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must substantively exceed the basic qualifications and meet all eligibility, physical, medical, suitability, and any other requirements.

Click here to view vacancy questions : . All documents above MUST be received by 11 : 59 (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date of, 12 / 31 / 2024, to be considered.

Required Documents

Resume : You are highly encouraged to use USAJOBS Resume Builder to ensure all required information is included in your Resume.

If you use your own resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written form you choose then you must describe your job-related qualifications that includes beginning and ending dates for paid and non-paid work experience, hours worked per week, month and year of employment for each job title listed, annual salary, and description of job duties.

Include name and address of employer; supervisor name and telephone number.

Required as applicable for the purposes of specific eligibility and appointment claim(s), and position requirements :

Indian Preference Applicants : If claiming Indian preference, applicants must provide a completed copy of the Form BIA-4432, "Verification of Indian Preference for Employment in the BIA and IHS Only.

Indian preference will not be given unless a properly signed and dated form is submitted with your application, including any verification by an authorized Tribal Representative or BIA Official of tribal enrollment records.

For detailed instructions, see form BIA-4432. Refer to BIA-4432 link : . When an Indian Preference candidate possesses Veterans preference the rules regarding Veterans preference apply under ESEP and the applicant must provide documentation in order to receive preference.

Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) / Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) : If you are claiming CTAP / ICTAP, follow the instructions below : .

Transcripts : You are encouraged to submit copies of transcripts (official or unofficial) although not required at the time of application.

You must list your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Official transcripts will be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job offer.

Licensure, Certifications : Applicants should list their license / certifications on their resume, along with the expiration date, if applicable.

Certification of licensure / certification will be required after tentative selection and prior to issuing an official job offer.

You must meet the requirements of the job by 11 : 59 pm (Eastern Standard Time) of the closing date : 12 / 31 / 2024

The first Cut-off date for receipt / referral of applications to be considered for available vacant positions will be 15 days after the JOA open date.

Your resume and any documents submitted will be retained for three months and may be used at any time during this period.

After 3 months, you must reapply to this announcement in order to be considered.

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Last updated : 2024-05-07