March 2020
Fundamentals of Contracting and Subcontracting
This is a combination seminar that integrates the topics of contracting with the Federal Government as a prime contractor, subcontracting to fulfill prime contract obligations, or performing work as a subcontractor. This “fundamentals” course is designed to be of benefit and interest to both government and contractor personnel, including contract and subcontract administrators, program and item managers, finance and accounting personnel, engineers, and attorneys (in-house, outside, government), among others. The first two days will review the Federal Acquisition system, significant…
Find out more »Cracking Open Government Contracting Webinar Series
Summary Government contracting is very complex, and rife with arcane rules from a variety of sources. Indeed, there are so many statutes, regulations, manuals/handbooks and codes that it’s impossible to know everything in government contracting. The secret is that, instead of knowing everything, the good accountant, lawyer, or program manager will know where to find the rules that are relevant to the situation. Join PCI as our experts explore a different source of government contracts information each month. During each…
Find out more »Nuts, Bolts, and Beyond to be a Government Contractor
The U.S. Government is the largest purchaser of goods and service in the world, spending over US$500 billion annually. Selling to the US Government can be extremely lucrative, but it can be complex and overwhelming, especially for those companies just breaking into the field. During this program, Cy and Brian will break down the required procedural steps for getting started in federal government contracting. This includes options and pathways for winning contracts and/or subcontracts, tips and best practices for companies…
Find out more »GovCon Express™
This half-day program is designed to introduce key terms and concepts to those new to Federal contracting. The program will provide an (abbreviated) overview of the life-cycle of a Federal project from cradle to grave — or, more technically, from formation (solicitations, bids, proposals, infrastructure, bid protests, etc.) to administration (performance, compliance, modifications, etc.) to cessation (close-outs, terminations, claims, appeals, audits, investigations, etc.). Why Should Attend: Selling to the Federal Government is nothing like selling commercially. The rules are more complicated,…
Find out more »Types of Contracts
A one day in-depth analysis of the new focus and guidelines on the selection, use, and management of contracts by type. Implications on costs, accounting systems, management, and administration of this new emphasis on all contract vehicles will be examined There is a new emphasis on Contract Types in Government Contracting. In acquisition planning, Government agencies have been directed to move away from Cost Type Contracts to Firm Fixed-Price Contracts. This emphasis on Fixed-Price Contracts is designed to control costs…
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