Contract Specialist - Mid Level

Contract Specialist – Mid-Level

Location: Baltimore, Maryland (USCG Yard)

Type: Exempt

Compensation: $79,000 - $89,000/year

Work Schedule: Full-time, Day Shift

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees.

Full-Time benefits of a Contract Specialist at Tessera include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care
• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave
• Potential shared earning bonus
• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents
• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities
• Verizon wireless discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees

Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People of All Abilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.

Tessera is seeking an experienced and knowledgeable Contract Specialist – Mid Level with a positive attitude.

Typical duties include but are not limited to:

· Communicate with technical experts and other USCG contracting personnel to assist with drafting procurement packages for commercial and non-commercial supplies and services under and above the Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT), which is currently $250K.

·  Prepare contract support documentation, including letters, Determination and Findings, and Price Reasonable Determinations for KO approval.

·  Manage complex problems through effective and efficient resolutions that are compliant with all Federal, DHS, and Coast Guard acquisition regulations and policies.

·  Draft solicitations, including Request for Quotations (RFQs), Request for Proposals (RFPs) for both commercial and non-commercial supplies and services both under and over the SAT.

·  Perform post-award acquisition duties, to include managing performance, paying invoices and closing out purchase and task orders.

·  Communicate with USCG Program Management personnel about the details of technical requirements acquisitions and provide advice, guidance and counsel on how to handle complex acquisition contracts, modifications and processes.

·  Interpret and implement the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and applicable agency directives.

·  Provide excellent customer service and maintain a professional appearance.

Qualifications:

• · Minimum of three (3) years of experience working with Federal Government Acquisition required; Equivalent combination of experience and education allowed.
• · Working knowledge and understanding of the FAR required.
• · Experience working with Federal Government Acquisition systems as well as the Federal Procurement Data System – Next Generation (FPDS-NG) required.
• · Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.

Requirements:

• ·   Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.
• Date Posted: 11/10/2026
• *** Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act.
• Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id .
• To Apply : Visit our website at www.tessera.org to complete an application.
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• Tessera is a national non-profit, government contractor that is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” through hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our mission-focused culture, our Core Values, Diversity, Partnership, Commitment, Integrity, and Quality, and our dedication to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.
• Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
• Tessera is here to help you with the recruitment process.
• If you require an accommodation or support, please contact us at
• (360) 475-0756 or email  recruiting@tessera.org .
• Tessera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Women/Minority/Veteran/Disabled - Tessera participates in E-Verify