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Senior Contracts Specialist

Contract Administration Network International...
Washington, DC Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/21/2026

Job Description: CANI is seeking a Senior Contract Specialist to support a pending U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Transit Authority acquisition support opportunity. This position will provide on-site acquisition support at DOT Headquarters and support a wide range of federal procurement activities for service and commercial item acquisitions.

The selected candidate will provide cradle-to-grave acquisition support for simplified acquisitions, task and delivery orders, BPAs, IDIQs, IAAs, and contracts utilizing multiple contract types such as Firm-Fixed-Price (FFP), Labor Hour, Time & Materials, and Cost-Type arrangements. The role requires close coordination with Contracting Officers (COs), Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs), and program officials throughout the acquisition lifecycle.

  • Provide cradle-to-grave federal acquisition support from acquisition planning through contract closeout
  • Support procurement actions for services and commercial items using FAR Parts 5, 8.4, 12–15, 16, 37, and 43
  • Assist with solicitation preparation, evaluation documentation, contract awards, modifications, and post-award administration
  • Prepare and process contractual actions within DOT contract writing systems, including PRISM
  • Conduct data analysis, quality assurance reviews, and verification of acquisition documentation
  • Proofread and edit procurement documents to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance
  • Maintain procurement status updates and tracking spreadsheets
  • Coordinate with Government stakeholders to resolve acquisition issues and obtain missing documentation
  • Provide recommendations regarding acquisition strategies, procurement methods, and contract administration approaches.

Must Have Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of federal contracting experience
  • Demonstrated experience supporting Department of Transportation contracting activities is required
  • Senior-level knowledge of federal acquisition regulations, policies, and procurement operations
  • Experience supporting a variety of contract types, including FFP, Labor Hour, Time & Materials, and Fixed Price with Economic Price Adjustments
  • Experience supporting cradle-to-grave acquisitions for services and commercial items
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace applications
  • Strong organizational, analytical, and research skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced acquisition environment
  • Ability to provide on-site support at Federal Transit Authority Headquarters

Preferred Qualifications

  • FAC-C Level III or equivalent federal acquisition certification/training
  • Experience with Cost-Type contracts
  • Experience using PRISM or other federal contract writing systems

Pay: $110,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Experience:

  • Federal Transit Authority contracting regulations: 10 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $110,000 - $115,000

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