Mid-Level Contract Specialist

# MID‑LEVEL CONTRACT SPECIALIST - Salary: $45K–$50K - Location: Remote - Clearance: As required by PWS Focus: VA acquisition support, VAAR compliance ### Role Summary Mid‑level Contract Specialist supporting acquisition planning, solicitation development, evaluation, award, and post‑award administration for VA requirements. Works independently on moderate‑complexity actions and supports senior specialists on high‑visibility procurements. ### Key Responsibilities - Prepare acquisition documentation: PWS/SOW, market research, IGCEs, evaluation factors, and VA templates. - Draft and release VA solicitations under FAR Parts 8, 12, 13, 15, and 16. - Conduct technical evaluation coordination, price analysis, and award documentation. - Support post‑award actions: modifications, funding actions, performance monitoring, and closeout. - Maintain compliance with FAR, VAAR, VHA PM, and PWS deliverables. - Interface with contractors and VA stakeholders. ### Required Experience - 3–6 years federal contracting experience with VA/VAAR exposure. - Working knowledge of VAAR, VA templates, and VHA PM procedures. - Experience with price analysis, evaluation documentation, and contract administration. - DAWIA/FAC‑C Level I/II preferred.