Contract Specialist

Procurement Specialist

Responsible for performing all aspects of procurement transactions up to and including awards. Primary responsibility involves the administration and execution of personal service contracts, non-personal service contracts, formally advertised and negotiated procurement involving a wide range of materials, services and equipment. Responsible for meeting with contractor's representatives to negotiate formal contracts. Prepares and submits various procurement reports required by General Services Administration, Department of Justice, etc.

Responsible for developing new sources of supply by stimulating interest in the bidding. Prepares, evaluates and administers complex procurement actions such as the following: firm fixed price with redetermination or escalation provisions, cost sharing, fixed price incentive, etc. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with the responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.