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RESPONSIBILITIES Contracting specialists at NSA acquire commercial goods and services that allow the agency to collect foreign intelligence and protect national security systems. From purchasing comfortable kennels for NSA's working dogs to acquiring the latest and greatest computer technology, contracting professionals are the only people authorized to buy goods and services on NSA's behalf.NSA is looking for Contracting Specialists who can administer and manage contracts. As a Contracting Specialist administering contracts, responsibilities include:- Designing acquisition strategies to meet the government's needs through the most appropriate contracting method- Conducting market research- Preparing and issuing Requests for Proposal (RFP) and Requests for Quote (RFQ)- Evaluating proposals from potential contractors/vendors- Negotiating contract terms with selected contractors/vendors- Evaluating procurements to ensure compliance with funding, legal, and program requirements- Preparing and awarding contracts with supporting documentation in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations and NSA policy- Administering contracts to include issuing modifications, and monitoring performance, and ensuring payment is issued- Solving complex and unique challenges that arise throughout the life of a contract- Interfacing with various levels of personnel and management and organizations throughout the Agency, as well as with external customers and contractors - If not already completed, training in federal acquisition to become certified in Contracting under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act within 24 months of employment- Excels at Microsoft ExcelAs a Contracting Specialist that manages contracts, responsibilities include:- Serving as the Primary Contracting Officer Representative (COR) which will be the lead and have overall responsibility for contract performance and delivery outcomes- Monitoring contractor performance and ensuring services are delivered in accordance with the contract terms- Meeting frequently with vendors and government technical experts to discuss contract cost, schedule, and performance- Collaborating with technical experts to establish unambiguous contract tasks; validating those tasks are within the contract scope and cost p
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RESPONSIBILITIES Contracting specialists at NSA acquire commercial goods and services that allow the agency to collect foreign intelligence and protect national security systems. From purchasing comfortable kennels for NSA's working dogs to acquiring the latest and greatest computer technology, contracting professionals are the only people authorized to buy goods and services on NSA's behalf.NSA is looking for Contracting Specialists who can administer and manage contracts. As a Contracting Specialist administering contracts, responsibilities include:- Designing acquisition strategies to meet the government's needs through the most appropriate contracting method- Conducting market research- Preparing and issuing Requests for Proposal (RFP) and Requests for Quote (RFQ)- Evaluating proposals from potential contractors/vendors- Negotiating contract terms with selected contractors/vendors- Evaluating procurements to ensure compliance with funding, legal, and program requirements- Preparing and awarding contracts with supporting documentation in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations and NSA policy- Administering contracts to include issuing modifications, and monitoring performance, and ensuring payment is issued- Solving complex and unique challenges that arise throughout the life of a contract- Interfacing with various levels of personnel and management and organizations throughout the Agency, as well as with external customers and contractors - If not already completed, training in federal acquisition to become certified in Contracting under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act within 24 months of employment- Excels at Microsoft ExcelAs a Contracting Specialist that manages contracts, responsibilities include:- Serving as the Primary Contracting Officer Representative (COR) which will be the lead and have overall responsibility for contract performance and delivery outcomes- Monitoring contractor performance and ensuring services are delivered in accordance with the contract terms- Meeting frequently with vendors and government technical experts to discuss contract cost, schedule, and performance- Collaborating with technical experts to establish unambiguous contract tasks; validating those tasks are within the contract scope and cost p
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Subcategoría: Otros empleos ›
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