Contract Specialist II (Federal Acquisition)

**Contract Specialist II (Federal Acquisition) – Remote** **Full\-Time** Remote **W‑2 Employment** 40 hrs/week We’re hiring **Contract Specialists II** as full‑time W‑2 employees to support federal acquisition operations for a major CDC program. This role is ideal for experienced 1102s who can manage full lifecycle contracting, produce clean and compliant documentation, and thrive in a fast‑paced federal environment. If you know the FAR, write strong procurement documents, and can move actions quickly and accurately — you’ll fit right in. **What You’ll Do** * Support **cradle‑to‑grave federal contracting** (pre‑award, solicitation, evaluation, award, post‑award). * Draft and edit **RFPs, RFQs, SOW/PWS, D\&Fs, PNMs, evaluation documents, award packages**, and contract file folders. * Conduct **market research**, develop milestones, and support acquisition planning. * Assist with **technical evaluations**, scoring, past performance reviews, and source selection documentation. * Prepare **modifications**, option exercises, de‑obligations, and administrative actions. * Maintain complete, accurate **digital contract files** and meet strict delivery timelines. * Support FPDS reporting, award notices, debriefings, and vendor communication. * Work independently while meeting weekly, bi‑weekly, and monthly reporting requirements. **Minimum Qualifications** * **Bachelor’s degree** * **5\+ years of federal cradle‑to‑grave contracting experience** * **FAC‑C (any level) or DAWIA Contracting Level I/II/III** * Experience with multiple federal contract types: * **FFP, T\&M, Cost‑Reimbursement, IDIQ, BPA, 8(a), SAP** * Strong writing and documentation skills * Ability to manage **high‑volume workloads** and fast turnaround times**Preferred Qualifications** * **ICE (Integrated Contracts Expert), CDC’s contract writing system** * Experience with CDC/HHS systems: **FPDS, PRISM, SAM.gov, GSA eBuy, SBCX** * Prior experience supporting **CDC, HHS, NIH, FDA**, or other civilian agencies * Experience with **GWACs** (SEWP, NITAAC, GSA MAS) **Work Details** * **Remote W‑2 employee** * Full‑time, 40 hours/week * Occasional travel for badging/fingerprinting (reimbursable) * Core hours: **9 AM – 3 PM ET**, Monday–Friday **Who Thrives Here** * True federal acquisition professionals * Strong writers who produce clean, compliant documents * People who can manage multiple actions at once * Those who understand urgency, accuracy, and federal timelines **Contingent on Award** This position is **contingent upon contract award** and will begin only after the government issues final approval and funding. Pay: $70,000\.00 \- $85,000\.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Life insurance * Paid time off * Referral program * Vision insurance Work Location: Remote