FREE GovCon 101: FAR Process
OnlineThe Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is a 53-part volume that plays a foundational role in government contractor, and effective professionals in the government contracting space will be proficient in its use. But where did the FAR come from? How did it come into being, and how does it change over time? Join David Drabkin as […]
Case of the Month: March
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 […]
Demystifying Intellectual Property in Government Contracting: Data rights under the FAR, commercial computer software issues, open source software 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 […]
GovCon Express
OnlineThis 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 […]
Hands-On Workshops: Types of Contracts
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 – 212, 213, 214, 215, & 244
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 Series – Session 2: Protecting Sensitive Information and Proving it Through CMMC
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 […]
Subcontract Management from A-to-Z: Small Business Subcontractors
OnlineEvery 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 subject […]
Supply Chain Symposium: March
OnlinePCI and Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman will collaborate again in 2024 to present the eleventh year of the Supply Chain Symposium, a monthly webinar series that provides insights about latest legal and practical issues that impact the supply chain. Attendees include management from the largest prime contractors and systems integrators to employees of small businesses and the lowest […]
Country of Origin & Buy America: Buy America Requirements under Federally-Funded Transportation Contracts and Programs
OnlineDoing business with the government – not just the U.S. Government, but also state and local governments – requires companies to operate in a highly regulated arena. In recent years, the government has placed significant emphasis on contractor supply chains, including through the imposition of ever-growing and evolving domestic preferences and country of origin requirements. […]
Negotiating Terms and Conditions
OnlineAnyone who has negotiated terms and conditions for a Government subcontract knows that it is a challenging process. The negotiation of terms and conditions is different with every transaction, and requires the negotiator to build a library of knowledge to navigate this complex territory. The first two steps in building this library are to understand […]
FREE GovCon 101: SCA
OnlineCompliance with the SCA, now referred to as the Service Contract Labor Standards, is a challenge for many companies. Understanding applicability, wage determinations, health and welfare benefits, and leave can cause major headaches. If these were not enough, non-compliance may lead to a Department of Labor audit. This webinar will focus on important SCA compliance […]
0-60: Key Labor & Employment Rules
OnlineAs complicated as labor and employment requirements can be, the rules for government contractors are even more intricate. The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provides a roadmap for requirements that are unique to federal government contractors and includes provisions such as human trafficking prevention, the Service Contract Act, the Davis Bacon Act, sick leave, and affirmative […]
FREE: Tech Data for Subcontractors and Researchers
OnlineThis course will begin by building a foundation with technical data rights under both the FAR and DFARS regulations for civilian and defense contractors and subcontractors. Next, the course will discuss the mandatory and optional flow-down clauses that apply to subcontractors working under prime and higher-tier subcontractors. It will discuss strategies for negotiating both ownership […]
Cost Principles and FAR Part 31: Cost Principle Introduction and Application
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 […]
Enhancing Critical Thinking Skills
OnlineThis seminar is specifically designed for senior acquisition professionals. Negotiation is an essential skill for acquisition professionals. Successful negotiation requires more than communication and persuasion skills; it demands critical thinking abilities to analyze situations, assess information, and make strategic decisions. This seminar aims to equip these acquisition professionals with the tools and techniques of critical […]
FUN with the FAR 2025: FAR 4 & 24
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 […]
Assertion of Commerciality
OnlineIn this course, students will learn the fundamental principles involved in making commercial item determinations, focusing on developing a solid understanding of the FAR definition of commercial products and commercial services. The course will also cover the “gray areas” that can arise when making commercial item determinations, as well as the issue of determining fair […]
Case of the Month: April
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 […]
Demystifying Intellectual Property in Government Contracting: SBIR; Data rights in practice
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 […]