Contract Specialist (12 Month Register)

This is an open-continuous announcement with an established initial cut-off date of Monday, February 02, 2026. Please see the "How You Will Be Evaluated" section for more information. See below for important information regarding this job. This position may be filled at grade levels GS-09, GS-11, and/or GS-12. Annual 2026 salary ranges (Steps 01 - 10) are listed below. GS-09: $68,013 - $88,421 GS-11: $82,289 - $106,982 GS-12: $98,630 - $128,221

If selected at the GS-09 or GS-11 grade levels, the below responsibilities will be performed in a developmental capacity.

Serving as the central point of contact for assigned procurements, performing intensive market research to determine availability of the product or producers and to develop new sources.

Developing acquisition strategy involving previous history, market conditions and specifications or technical data packages, as well as reviewing Sourcing Strategy recommendations.

Determining contract type, method of solicitation, options determination, and sources to be solicited

Checking for adequacy of item description, previous contracts, requirement for option, and appropriate mailing list.

Coordinating set-asides with the Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization Office (SADBU).

Inputting synopses for formal publications and sealed biddings in accordance with acquisition regulations.

Considering and recommending acquisition plans to achieve socioeconomic goals for small or disadvantaged businesses, or for businesses in labor surplus areas.