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Summary GPO employees possess a diverse array of talent in many administrative fields and trades. We provide other agencies with innovative services for the printing, publishing, storage, and distribution of digital content. If you are an energetic, inventive individual looking for a challenging, yet rewarding career opportunity, GPO may be the place for you. This position is located in Government Publishing and Print Procurement, Government Publishing Office in Washington, District of Columbia. Responsibilities Reviews requisitions submitted by customers to determine the best procurement method, whether by informal bid procedure, traditional advertising, considering urgency and nature of the requirement, availability, prospective competition etc. Prepares pre and post award print related documents for all phases of the procurement process. Prepares documents for negotiations, change orders, and modifications. Evaluates bids received and proposes recommendations for the award by the agency and federal regulations. Perform cost and price analysis for various procurements. Reviews contractors performance to ensure compliance with the terms and agreements of the contract. Resolve contractual related issues with internal and external customers. Prepares solicitations, writes contract requirements, edits language, special terms / conditions, secures technical manufacturing specifications from contract clauses while consulting with and providing customers procurement guidance as necessary. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications THIS IS A DIRECT HIRE ANNOUNCEMENT. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Direct Hire Authority, authorized by 5 United States Code (U.S.C.), Section 3304 and 5 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 337, Subpart B. Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants do not apply to the Direct Hire process. This position requires for following: A. Completion of the Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C level I or above) Program. AND B. A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field; OR C. At least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management. OR D. Exceptions: Employees in PG-1102 positions will be considered to have met the standard for positions they occupy on January 1, 2000. This also applies to positions at the same grade in the same agency or other agencies if the specialized experience requirements are met. However, they will have to meet the basic requirements and specialized experience requirements in order to qualify for promotion to a higher grade, unless granted a waiver under Paragraph E. OR E. Waiver: GPO's senior procurement executive has the discretion to waive any or all of the requirements in paragraph A above. A 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree with a major in any field; In addition to the above requirements, you must meet the Specialized Experience: Specialized Experience PG-11: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the PG-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Preparing contract award proposals, ensuring reasonable prices, evaluating offers, reviewing contractors' performance to ensure compliance with the terms and agreements of the contract. OR 3 full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. OR Combination of the Specialized Experience for the PG-11 and education stated above. Specialized Experience PG-12: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the PG-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: negotiating and awarding contracts ensuring reasonable prices. preparing contract award proposals, negotiating contract changes, performing cost and price analysis, evaluating offers, reviewing contractors performance to ensure compliance with the terms and agreements of the contract Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1100/contracting-series-1102/ Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement 05/14/2025 to be considered. Education SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION FOR SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: If you do not possess the specialized experience described above, you may qualify if you have graduate education as noted below if it is in one or a combination of the following fields: accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, quantitative methods, or organization and management. PG-11 level: 3 full academic years of progressively higher level graduate education or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. PG-12 level: There is no substitute of education for this grade level Additional Information Employment of Relatives: Section 3110 of Title 5, U.S. Code, prohibits a Federal official from appointing, promoting, or advocating the appointment or promotion of a relative in the agency where the official is serving or exercises jurisdiction. In addition, Section 2302(b)(7) of Title 5, U.S. Code, makes it a "prohibited personnel practice" for a person in authority to "appoint, employ, promote, advance, or advocate for the appointment, employment, promotion, or advancement of a relative." For further information visit: https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/5/3110 and https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/5/2302 Separated Employees: If you have separated from Federal Government employment, you may obtain a copy of your SF-50 via: National Personnel Records Center, Annex, 1411 Boulder Boulevard, Valmeyer, IL, 62295; or visit the National Archives Website. Work Life Balance: The GPO offers Transit subsidy for commuters using public transportation (Metro Bus/Rail, MARC, VRE, etc.). Background Investigation: For any type of Public Trust the language should be as follows, highlighted would be changed based on high or moderate: To ensure the accomplishment of its mission, the GPO requires every employee to be reliable and trustworthy; this position requires a Moderate Risk Public Trust background investigation. To meet those standards, all selected applicants must undergo and successfully complete a background for a Moderate Risk Public Trust. This review could include financial issues such as delinquency in the payment of debts, child support and/or tax obligations, as well as criminal offenses and illegal use or possession of drugs; this process may take 6 weeks or longer. The Agency may rescind the tentative offer, if the candidate is unable to pass the background investigation. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments and the candidate is unable to obtain an interim clearance. The selectee will work shift 1 Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.