0-60: Responding to an RFP
OnlineThis class focuses on Bids & Proposals (What are they? Are they different? How do I find the opportunities? What do I do when I find one? What else should I be aware of?). Within this GovCon 101 seminar, we work with you to “demystify” how to execute successfully in developing business in the Government […]
Cost Principles and FAR Part 31
OnlineContractors are able to recover both direct and indirect costs. While simple in theory, pitfalls abound for contractors. This series will discuss the what costs the Government may and may not pay during a contract, how they must be accounted for, and how the contractor must treat certain types of cost-creating items. During this 6-part program, our […]
Cost Principles and FAR Part 31: The Principles
OnlineContractors are able to recover both direct and indirect costs. While simple in theory, pitfalls abound for contractors. This series will discuss the what costs the Government may and may not pay during a contract, how they must be accounted for, and how the contractor must treat certain types of cost-creating items. During this 6-part program, our […]
FREE GovCon 101: CPSR
OnlineAre you a Defense Contractor and concerned about the oversight that comes with federal contracts? The Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) is one of six business systems evaluated to ensure your company is complying with the regulations governing subcontracts and procurements, as dictated by your contracts. If you are anticipating a CPSR in the next […]
Labor Regulations – The Service Contract Act
OnlineThe Service Contract Act (SCA) and related regulations look easy to grasp at first glance, but are very difficult to navigate in practice. In fact, they might just be some of the most challenging requirements for contractors and federal agencies trying to implement it. If you are a federal contractor competing for or performing work […]
FUN with the FAR 2025: FAR 9 & 14
OnlineCovering each Part of the Federal Acquisition Regulation and created to make the FAR approachable and thought provoking for contracting professionals at all levels. This training is delivered in an innovative talk-show format with PCI’s most gregarious instructor Steve Daoust as your host and a different subject matter expert each session. The Federal Acquisition Regulation […]
Labor Regulations – The Service Contract Act
OnlineThe Service Contract Act (SCA) and related regulations look easy to grasp at first glance, but are very difficult to navigate in practice. In fact, they might just be some of the most challenging requirements for contractors and federal agencies trying to implement it. If you are a federal contractor competing for or performing work […]
FREE Becoming a Prime Contractor
OnlineOne of the largest growth steps a small business contractor can make is bidding – and winning – its first prime contracts under FAR Part 15. But, becoming a prime contractor comes with some challenges – both in preparing and submitting proposals, and during performance. Join experienced Government contracts attorney Cara Wulf as she discusses […]
Labor Regulations – The Service Contract Act
OnlineThe Service Contract Act (SCA) and related regulations look easy to grasp at first glance, but are very difficult to navigate in practice. In fact, they might just be some of the most challenging requirements for contractors and federal agencies trying to implement it. If you are a federal contractor competing for or performing work […]
Financial Forum: Truthful Cost or Pricing Data – The Artist formerly known as TINA
OnlineA 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 industry analysis is beneficial […]
Maximize Travel Cost Recovery – FAR Part 31.205-46
OnlineDuring this 2-hour program we will take a deep dive into the Travel Costs cost principle, FAR 31.205-46, and examine the “dos” and “don’ts” of charging certain travel costs to the Federal government. We will examine the regulations, DCAA guidance, and document retention requirements surrounding the cost principle. We’ll also provide contractors with tips for […]
Crafting GovCon Communication Clarity: Using Grammar for Clarity
OnlineWhether your task today is to craft a contract, claim, requests for equitable adjustments, protest, decision memo, source selection statement or any other contracting file documentation, this class will provide you with tools for clarity, persuasion, and comprehension. In each of the six two-hour sessions, we will dive into a review and discussion that explores […]
Hands-On Workshops: Proposal Evaluations and Source Selection
OnlineThe Public Contracting Institute would like to introduce our HOWs. The Hands-On Workshops are low-cost trainings on common yet complex issues in the government contracts life-cycle! Hands-On Workshops: The GovCon Lifecycle 9 Sessions, First OR Second Wednesday of the Month, 12:00-3:00pm ET, Non-FUN with the FAR weeks Feb 12 – Formation Principles and Acquisition Planning […]
DFUN with the DFARS – Part 215, 230, 231, & 232
Online12 Instructor-Led Virtual Training Sessions from January 2025 to December 2025; Second Thursday of the Month Covering each Part of the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement and created to make the DFARS approachable and thought provoking for contracting professionals at all levels. All sessions will be recorded and accessible as a podcast throughout the year. The Defense […]
Cybersecurity: What Government Contractors Need to Know – Who can you Trust? Cybersecurity Supply Chain Considerations
OnlineThis series, taught by experts in the field, will walk participants through the most important issues facing government contractors as they navigate the fast-changing issues of cybersecurity. Starting with a comprehensive overview of CMMC and key regulations, and ending with a session about how to deal with cyber incidents and breach of your systems, this […]
FREE GovCon 101: Government Property
OnlineThis introductory government property management course will delve into what is considered government property and identify the difference between CAP and GFP. Key components of FAR Part 45 will be addressed and we will discuss the property lifecycle. This course will also address how contract type affects treatment of and title to government property. Instructors: […]
Case of the Month: May
OnlinePlease 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, and […]
Procurement Integrity, Unfair Competitive Advantages, and OCIs: The Intersection of Ethics, Compliance, and Business Capture
OnlineIn this series, our guest speaker, Todd, a former enforcement official within the Air Force, discusses important ethics and compliance requirements for government contractors. FREE Ethics & Compliance Risks Associated with Business Capture for Government Contractors April 15th; 2:00-3:00pm ET In this informative session, Todd will identify the major risks all government contractors should be familiar […]
Generative AI: You Know Better Than to Trust a Strange Robot
OnlineGenerative AI is an amazing tool. It can write poems, summarize and translate articles, create art, and much more. Generative AI has the potential to change the way you practice law, and to make you much more productive. Is it time to get on the AI bandwagon? In this course, we will discuss: What is […]
Demystifying Intellectual Property in Government Contracting: Patent issues
OnlineThe Demystifying Intellectual Property in Government Contracting virtual class series provides access to two experts in Government Contracting Intellectual Property law and policy, on a monthly basis. The sessions will dive deep into important and timely issues related to IP and Data Rights for government employees and contractors. And, of course, bring your questions to the sessions. Demystifying Intellectual […]