CONTRACT SPECIALIST

Awards contracts within delegated contracting officer authority or recommend award to contracting officer on contracts outside delegated authority. Incumbent is also accountable for preparing rate and cost adjustments on a contract; redirection of effort on a contract; coordinating time extension for contract performance; incorporating change orders. Serves as the principal contact for the contract and represents the agency in conferences with industry, state, and local governments pertaining to the procurement. Determining when costs claimed under cost contracts are allowable. Negotiates and deals with representatives of the private sector, government experts, or managers to procure extensive services and complex equipment. Plans and conducts post-award conferences to ensure compliance with contractual requirements and to preclude unauthorized changes or alterations in contract provisions.