Federal Contracts & Compliance Manager

📋 Description

• The Federal Contracts & Compliance Manager will be responsible for overseeing federal contract administration and ensuring regulatory compliance, which includes management of GSA Schedule, interpretation of FAR/GSAM, handling protests, conducting audits, and providing advisory on contractual risks.

• Act as the primary owner of the organization’s GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) contract(s).

• Oversee and manage: Contract modifications (pricing, SINs, terms).

• Handle option renewals and mass modifications.

• Provide guidance on Schedule scope determinations and ordering processes.

• Ensure adherence to GSA sales reporting, IFF, necessary disclosures, and administrative requirements.

• Assist with Contractor Assessment Visits (IOAs), audits, and inquiries from contracting officers.

• Interpret and implement: FAR GSAM applicable agency acquisition supplements.

• Counsel leadership and program teams regarding: Contractual rights and obligations, regulatory risks, and compliance posture.

• Create and maintain internal compliance guidelines, policies, and templates.

• Offer internal legal and procedural support for: Agency-level protests, GAO bid protests, and corrective action initiatives.

• Aid in drafting, coordinating, and reviewing: Protest filings and supplemental submissions, agency responses and correspondence, as well as status reports and declarations.

• Support contract claims, disputes, and interpretation under the Contract Disputes Act (CDA), including REAs.

• Serve as the primary internal contact and coordinator for external legal counsel.

• Provide advice on: Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCI), procurement integrity issues, and necessary certifications and representations.

• Assist with internal inquiries, disclosures, and corrective actions concerning compliance matters.

• Review solicitations to ensure contractual and regulatory adherence, confirming that proposed approaches align with: GSA Schedule scope and FAR/GSAM requirements. Support debrief analyses and protest risk assessments.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Contracts, Law, Public Policy, or a related field.

• Over 6 years of experience in supporting federal contracts, compliance, or government procurement.

• Proven experience with: GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) administration.

• Experience in contract modifications, renewals, and engaging with contracting officers.

• Familiarity with: FAR and GSAM.

• Knowledge of federal acquisition processes and task-order contracting.

• Experience in supporting one or more of the following: Agency-level or GAO bid protests.

• Involvement in contract audits (e.g., GSA IOA, OIG).

• Experience with claims, REAs, or contract matters related to the CDA.

• Strong written and analytical abilities, including drafting and reviewing compliance and protest-related documents.

• Capability to coordinate effectively with internal stakeholders and external legal counsel.

🏝️ Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage for employees at no monthly cost.

• Healthcare benefits encompass medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision coverage.

• Personal Time Off (PTO) policy in addition to paid holidays.

• Highly competitive compensation package regularly assessed against industry and location benchmarks.

• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – fostering a culture of ownership among all employees.

• Flexible spending accounts available.

• Employee assistance program (EAP) provided.

• Short- and long-term disability insurance included.

• Life and accident insurance options available.

• Tuition assistance, training, and workforce improvement reimbursement offered annually.

• Spot bonuses awarded for outstanding performance.

• Annual Employee Recognition Awards accompanied by bonuses.

• Employee referral program to encourage recruitment.

• Access to a free, centralized, self-directed Learning Management System for personal learning at one's own pace.

• Tailored career growth plans available for every employee.