Senior Contract Specialist (Federal Agency)

Contract Specialist

Aalis Management Consulting is an 8(a) certified, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) driven by the same principles that guide our armed forces. Founded by a US Army veteran, we take pride in our core values : excellence in reputation, commitment, candor, teamwork, and dependability.

Aalis Management Consulting is seeking several highly qualified Senior Contract Specialists to support the Department of Defense (DoD) acquisition activities. The selected candidate will work under the guidance of the Contracting Officer.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct acquisition planning and market research in collaboration with project teams.
• Determine appropriate contract types and solicitation strategies, considering set-asides and socioeconomic goals.
• Prepare and post pre-solicitation documentation in the System for Award Management (SAM).
• Draft and issue solicitations, Requests for Proposals (RFPs) / Quotes (RFQs), and amendments.
• Coordinate with project teams to address inquiries and evaluate proposal responsiveness.
• Support technical evaluation panels and participate in source selection and best-value tradeoff processes.
• Assist in negotiations, perform cost / price analysis, and document source selection activities.
• Prepare contract awards for Contracting Officer signature and distribute award documentation.
• Administer contracts, maintain electronic contract files, resolve payment issues, and ensure compliance with DOL wage determinations.
• Process contract modifications, evaluate contractor proposals, and document negotiation outcomes.
• Prepare contract closeout documentation.

Qualifications

Aalis Management Consulting is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.