NEC
722A
Contract Specialist
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Prepares, negotiates and awards contracts to qualified vendors as well as evaluate defense contractor performance to ensure the obligated funding is utilizing in the most cost effective way possible. Conducts market research, identifies the appropriate type of contract, establishes competition for simplified acquisition procedures, creates acquisition plans using the best value approach, reviews purchase requests, publishes contract requirements and prepares solicitations.
Core Skills
- federal contracting
- market research
- solicitation preparation
- contract negotiation
- acquisition planning
- vendor evaluation
- contract type selection
- purchase request review
- contract performance management
Common Certifications
- FAC-C Professional
- Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB)
- Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO)
- Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM)
- Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM)
- Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Civilian Career Paths
- PROCUREMENT
- SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C)
- Certified Federal Contract Manager (CFCM)
- Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Career Growth
- Certified Commercial Contracts Manager (CCCM)
- Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)
- Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO)
- Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.