Position Title: Contracts specialist

Company: ACT1 Federal

Location: Consulate General of the United States of America- Frankfurt am Main, Germany

About ACT1: Delivering mission-critical solutions and industry-leading talent to advance the missions of the partners, organizations, and communities we serve.

Job Description: The Regional Procurement Support Office (RPSO) at the American Consulate General in Frankfurt, Germany, is seeking qualified companies to provide full-time Contract Specialists on a temporary basis. The personnel will be required to report to duty at the American Consulate General in Frankfurt

The Contract Specialists will be responsible for performing pre-award through post-award functions for various types of simplified acquisitions. These acquisitions include, but are not limited to:

Household appliances Medical-related articles and equipment (e.g., vaccines, pharmaceuticals, surgical and laboratory equipment) Information technology (IT) equipment Food services Office supplies and equipment Furniture Automatic data processing (ADP) equipment Building and construction materials Automotive vehicles and parts Power supply systems and parts Sanitary equipment and water treatment supplies Packing materials Gardening tools and supplies Gas and heating oil Audio-visual products Subscriptions and publications Coffins and body bags Other supplies as required

Responsibilities:

Applying performance-based standards to select contractors based on the best value to the US Government. Verifying that specifications and delivery requirements are clear and complete. Conducting advance procurement planning and prepare necessary determinations. Developing source selection criteria, including evaluating contractors' past performance. Reviewing and analyzing written proposals and evaluate oral presentations. Performing price analysis of quotes. Conducting pre-award surveys to determine contractors' ability to perform. Preparing procurement documentation for the Contracting Officer's approval. Determining the suitability of using the Government Purchase Card for orders up to the Micro-Purchase threshold (FAR 2.101). Administering orders with vendors until completion. Performing post-award duties, including negotiating modifications and monitoring contractor performance. Maintaining liaison with the requesting office to resolve technical disputes and ensure successful procurement action completion.