Contract Specialist

IndyGo

Contract Specialist managing the full solicitation and contract lifecycle for IndyGo, Indiana's largest public transportation provider. Ensuring compliant and cost-effective contracting processes.

Posted 6/30/2026full-timeIndianapolis • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $58,000 - $60,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement processes, including bid documentation, contract administration, and compliance with FTA and federal regulations. Proficient in conducting cost analysis and facilitating procurement meetings while maintaining accurate records.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Bid Documentation DevelopmentContract AdministrationCost/Price Reasonableness AnalysisFederal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) KnowledgeGeneral Procurement Principles

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Hard Skills

Procurement AnalysisContract NegotiationMathematical Concepts for ProcurementVendor CommunicationSolicitation Issuance

Soft Skills

FacilitationCommunicationProblem Resolution

Tools & Technologies

Standard Office Equipment

Certifications & Qualifications

National Transit Institute (NTI) Procurement Series

Industry Keywords

Federal Transit Administration (FTA)Federal Procurement RequirementsIndiana State Purchasing RequirementsProcurement PackagesContract Performance Monitoring

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop bid documentation and cohesive procurement packages, including determining procurement type, issuing solicitations, drafting contract documents, and communicating with vendors.
Facilitate public meetings, internal evaluation meetings, bid openings, tabulations, and evaluation committee processes.
Conduct contract negotiations and draft final agreements consistent with Federal Transit Administration (FTA) Best Procurement Practices Manual (BPPM), the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and organizational best practices.
Perform contract administration, including monitoring contract performance and resolving contract related disputes.
Conduct cost/price reasonableness analysis and independent value analysis.
Ensure compliance with all FTA and federal procurement requirements throughout each contract phase.
Maintain records of current and historical procurement contracts.
Assist department and project managers with purchase planning and formal procurement procedures.
Make recommendations regarding the procurement of goods and services.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Associate degree or two years of college coursework in business administration, prelaw, purchasing, or a related field; or two (2) years of related work experience in purchasing, contract administration, legal office, retail, hospitality, or warehousing; or an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
Completion of the National Transit Institute (NTI) Procurement Series (company sponsored) within the first 24 months of employment.
Knowledge of Indiana state and federal purchasing requirements preferred.
General procurement principles, practices, and regulations.
Basic mathematical concepts used in procurement analysis, including percentages, ratios, and cost evaluation.
Operating standard office equipment (computer, calculator, copier, phone systems).

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time positions with guaranteed 40 hours per week
Medical, dental, and vision coverage (effective on the first of the month following 30 days of employment)
Free on-site wellness clinic for employees and their families
Retirement plans (401A and 457B)
Tuition reimbursement
Free IndyGo transportation for employees and their families
Eligibility for the Federal Loan Forgiveness Program