Abaco Strategy, LLC (Abaco) is an 8(a) Certified, HUBZone, Woman Owned, Small Business located in Leesburg, VA. Abaco provides Information Technology and Consulting Services to Commercial customers and the Federal Government. We deliver technology-enabled, results-oriented solutions. We build long-term business relationships by ensuring the availability of highly skilled and certified resources providing a broad range of capabilities that meet the unique needs of all customers. We leverage industry best practices and business innovations to provide measurable results. We are seeking a Contract Specialist III.

Responsibilities:
• Independently function in a senior-level contract specialist capacity
• Carry out pre-determined and recurring cradle-to-grave contract planning, negotiation, administration duties. Functions may include:
• Acquisition planning
• Proposal solicitation preparation
• Market research/analysis
• Selection and administration of terms and conditions
• Evaluating quotations/proposals.
• Performing price negotiation
• Sources selection and decision documentation
• Notifying, and debriefing unsuccessful offerors
• Answering protests to the agency or GAO
• Preparation and execution of bilateral and administrative contract modifications
• Exercising options and contract extensions
• Evaluation of performance
• Working in concert with the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) for performance related issues
• Contract termination
• Contract closeout
• Simultaneously manage, coordinate and pursue multiple, complex acquisition-related projects and actives.
• Ensure compliance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)

Experience/Qualifications:
• Approximate Years of Contract Administration Experience: 9+
• Education (Desired): BA/BS
• Clearance: Current or past Public Trust Clearance or higher level of clearance
• Must reside in the greater Washington, DC area
• Possess knowledge and experience of the principles of the federal acquisition lifecycle: planning, pre-award processes, contract administration, and price/cost analysis techniques.
• Possess extensive knowledge and experience with fixed price and cost reimbursement/cost sharing contracts and review of claims and equitable adjustments.
• Must be well versed on the Federal Acquisition Regulations, specifically the FAR Part 8, 12, 13, 15 and 19.
• Possess strong communication and analytical and writing skills with attention to detail.
• Experience with: Cost Reimbursable, Firm Fixed Price (FFP), Time & Materials (T&M), Labor Hour, Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ), and GSA FSS contracting.

Highly desirable for the individual to have one of the following certifications:
• FAC-C Level III
• DAWIA Level III Page 3 of 4 CUI//PROCURE
• National Contract Management Association (NCMA)
• Certified Federal Contracts Manager (CFCM)
• Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)

Abaco Strategy, LLC (Abaco) is an 8(a) Certified, HUBZone, Woman Owned, Small Business located in Leesburg, VA. Abaco provides Information Technology and Consulting Services to Commercial customers and the Federal Government. We deliver technology-enabled, results-oriented solutions. We build long-term business relationships by ensuring the availability of highly skilled and certified resources providing a broad range of capabilities that meet the unique needs of all customers. We leverage industry best practices and business innovations to provide measurable results.

Abaco is an EOE/Affirmative Action Employer. We understand the value of diversity and its impact on a high-performance culture. Prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. We are a military friendly organization and veterans are encouraged to apply. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

As a HUBZone certified company, we encourage applicants who live in HUBZones, as designated by the Small Business Administration (SBA). For more information visit the SBA HUBZone map.