A Government Contractor’s Ten Commandments
OnlineIf you have been involved in Government contracting for more than a few years, you are well aware that it is a business burdened with complicated laws and regulations. You also know that to try to memorize them would be an impossible task, particularly because things seem to be constantly in flux. Even if you […]
CAS: The Series
Onlinehttps://publiccontractinginstitute.com/product/cas-the-series-2024/ A 12-Episode interactive, and dare we say “fun”, series that guide students through the background and requirements of the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS). Each hour long episode of CAS – The Series will focus on a bite size element of one of the most complex and challenging accounting rules facing government contractors. Each element […]
Financial Forum Series
Onlinehttps://publiccontractinginstitute.com/product/financial-forum-series-2024/ A CANT MISS LIVE MONTHLY UPDATE AND OPPORTUNITY TO “ASK THE EXPERTS." Join the professionals from FORVIS’ Government Contracts Practice for a webinar series providing practical advice regarding government contracts cost accounting compliance issues, discussing cost and pricing trends, and detailing contractor best practices. This informative and exciting webinar series offering the most current […]
Small Biz Basics: Small Biz Graduation
OnlineThe goal of the small business program is ultimately to develop these small companies into larger companies that no longer need to the compete only among like-sized peers. However, many small businesses have difficulty navigating the transition from small to large business and competing against all interested companies. This session will discuss 8(a) required transition […]
Subcontract Management – Mason CPE
OnlineThis Subcontract Management course is a comprehensive tutorial that explores FAR Part 44, Subcontracting – focusing on identifying and mitigating the vast array of risks often encountered by Government contractors in subcontract arrangements. Against a backdrop of the applicable regulations and relevant case law, the course explores numerous over-arching concepts inherent in federal subcontracting, providing […]
Essentials of Doing Business with the Federal Government 2024
OnlineLearn More and Register In Partnership with George Mason University Continuing and Professional Education The U.S. Government is a customer like no other. It has interests, and therefore needs, that differ from those of traditional commercial customers. Winning U.S. Government contracts is different. The compliance environment is different. The contract administration process is critically different. […]
Contract Management
OnlineContract management and contract administration are both integral parts of a contracting professional’s responsibilities. Contract management focuses more on the internal support systems and strategies that must be in place for the full contract life-cycle to effectively ensure business certainty in every contract agreement. This 5-session class will provide a detailed study of the proper […]
CAS: The Series
Onlinehttps://publiccontractinginstitute.com/product/cas-the-series-2024/ A 12-Episode interactive, and dare we say “fun”, series that guide students through the background and requirements of the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS). Each hour long episode of CAS – The Series will focus on a bite size element of one of the most complex and challenging accounting rules facing government contractors. Each element […]
Government Contracting Fundamentals – Mason CPE
OnlineThe Government Contracting Fundamentals course is a comprehensive overview and discussion of the federal government contracting process, including applicable procurement laws, regulations, and practical requirements. This "fundamentals" course is designed to be of benefit to both government and contractor personnel, including contracting officers, contract and subcontract administrators, program and item managers, finance and accounting personnel, […]
Case of the Month
Onlinehttps://publiccontractinginstitute.com/product/case-of-the-month-2024/ Please join our Case of the Month Club, a program in which our expert instructors will take a deep dive into recent decisions involving issues that affect all of us on a regular basis. This class, meant for contracting professionals, will focus on different cases, going beyond the mere holding into the history, tactics, […]
Essentials of Doing Business with the Federal Government 2024
OnlineLearn More and Register In Partnership with George Mason University Continuing and Professional Education The U.S. Government is a customer like no other. It has interests, and therefore needs, that differ from those of traditional commercial customers. Winning U.S. Government contracts is different. The compliance environment is different. The contract administration process is critically different. […]
Contract Management
OnlineContract management and contract administration are both integral parts of a contracting professional’s responsibilities. Contract management focuses more on the internal support systems and strategies that must be in place for the full contract life-cycle to effectively ensure business certainty in every contract agreement. This 5-session class will provide a detailed study of the proper […]
Contract Changes and Equitable Adjustments- Mason CPE
OnlineThis course focuses on the central role the Changes clause plays in the performance of government contracts. It addresses the use of the clause in ensuring the government achieves its goals during contract performance. The use of the clause by contractors to assert requests for equitable adjustment when the conditions of performance change, the myriad […]
Price and Cost Analysis
OnlineThe US Government relies on contractor pricing proposals and cost representations to establish prices and/or reimburse actual costs. In this regard, the burden is on the buyer to demonstrate that prudent business actions have been taken to determine that the prices paid to suppliers are fair and reasonable in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation […]
Subcontract Management from A-to-Z
Onlinehttps://publiccontractinginstitute.com/product/subcontract-management-from-a-to-z-series-2024/ Every year, the U.S. government awards hundreds of billions of dollars to prime contractors to deliver products and provide needed services. But a significant portion of this funding flows through the prime contractors down to subcontractors and vendors – entities who ultimately have no direct contractual relationship with the federal government, yet still are […]
Professor’s Forum with Ralph Nash & Tim Sullivan
Onlinehttps://publiccontractinginstitute.com/product/professors-forum-with-ralph-nash-tim-sullivan-2024/ Professor Ralph Nash and Tim Sullivan are delighted to present the eighth year of “The Professor’s Forum,” a monthly virtual class designed to delve into some of the most challenging issues facing contractors and Government personnel alike. As always, each session will give you and your colleagues the opportunity to hear from two of […]
Essentials of Doing Business with the Federal Government 2024
OnlineLearn More and Register In Partnership with George Mason University Continuing and Professional Education The U.S. Government is a customer like no other. It has interests, and therefore needs, that differ from those of traditional commercial customers. Winning U.S. Government contracts is different. The compliance environment is different. The contract administration process is critically different. […]
GovCon Essentials
OnlineGovCon Essentials is designed to quickly explain core government contracting concepts to business professionals, helping them understand why it is so different from the commercial sector. We explain the statutory and regulatory backdrop, and we describe the major players in the life of a government contract. We also describe the peculiar process that the government […]
Q&A Office Hours 2024 – November
OnlineIn this interactive session, instructors will be available to provide their thoughts in response to any federal procurement questions that you and your company might have. Our instructors have significant experience representing companies of all sizes in connection with a host of government contracts issues – including claims, bid protests, subcontracting, teaming/joint venture arrangements, small […]
Negotiation Strategies and Techniques – Mason CPE
OnlineThis course is divided into two parts. The first part is designed to provide attendees with a thorough understanding of the qualities of an effective negotiator, with examples rooted in the government contracting process. The second part focuses on the negotiation process itself—the preparation stage, the actual negotiation, and the techniques for ensuring that the […]