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Chenega

Defense, intelligence, and federal staffing services

Contract Specialist 2

Procurement & SourcingUpdated on Nov 10
Full-timeWashington, DC, USA$113k - $157k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in a relevant field.
  • At least 5 years of relevant DoD/IC or relevant industry work experience, including experience in an SAP and/or SCI environment within the past 5 years.
  • Active TS/SCI clearance and the ability to complete a Government Counterintelligence Scope Polygraph (CI Poly).
  • Valid and active driver's license.
  • Ability to perform tasks with limited technical guidance and develop solutions to complex contracting problems.
  • Understanding of acquisition and contracting processes for DoD mission support services in compliance with FAR, DFARS, and AFFARS.
  • Ability to conduct cost and price analyses, perform market research, and assess contract performance under demanding deadlines and performance standards.
  • Ability to maintain contract files, draft accurate documentation, and manage multiple contract actions from start to finish.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to support negotiation, performance oversight, and stakeholder interactions.
  • Ability to work under strict deadlines, prioritize tasks, and handle complex workloads.
  • Ability to travel CONUS and OCONUS as needed; travel is expected to be infrequent, if at all.

Responsibilities

  • Assist in planning and managing acquisitions for a variety of products and services within the contracts division.
  • Deliver cradle-to-grave contract support, including pre-award and post-award activities.
  • Conduct market research and prepare solicitation documentation.
  • Review proposals for compliance and perform cost and price evaluations.
  • Assist in developing negotiation strategies and perform contract administration.
  • Maintain contract files and draft contract actions and supporting documents, including price negotiation memorandums, determinations and findings, justifications, approvals, and market research reports.
  • Review and process invoices.
  • Work with the Contracting Officer to develop acquisition strategies, including determining contract methods and types based on project requirements.
  • Support the Contracting Officer in monitoring contract performance and provide insights and recommendations based on analysis of issues, budget constraints, and strategic considerations.
  • Apply contracting knowledge to complex DoD mission support services, including advisory support services, using negotiated contracts, Simplified Acquisition Procedures, and commercial acquisitions in accordance with FAR, DFARS, and AFFARS.
  • Manage contract actions from initiation through closeout and ensure adherence to policies and regulatory standards.
  • Conduct source selection activities, cost and price analysis, and negotiation support, and prepare contract documentation.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

About the Company

Chenega

Defense, intelligence, and federal staffing services

Chenega is a government services contractor that supplies staffing and support services for defense, intelligence, and federal civilian customers, plus commercial clients. It operates across the United States, its territories, and several countries, tapping wide opportunities in government contracting. Its offerings center on staffing and mission support through various contracts, delivering qualified personnel and services to meet client needs. Unlike many industry players, Chenega is rooted in an Alaska Native village corporation, which shapes its ownership and community-focused approach while competing in a broad national market. The company’s goal is to help government and commercial customers execute their missions by providing reliable, professional personnel and services under contract.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Anchorage, AK
Founded
1974

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