Public Contracting Institute Blog
The Public Contracting Institute blog supplement our govcon training offerings with insightful articles written by leading professionals across the government contracts industry. Our professionals publish articles on topics on government contracts administration, accounting, bids/proposals, disputes, claims, and much more. For more inforamation about our blog, reach out to seminars@publiccontractinginstitute.com.
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Government Construction Projects: Bidding and Winning Strategies for Success
Government Construction Projects: Bidding and Winning Strategies for Success Government construction projects offer significant opportunities for businesses to grow and thrive. However, navigating the complex world of public sector contracting can be challenging. To...
Demystifying FedRAMP Certification: The Pathway to Secure Federal Contracts
Demystifying FedRAMP Certification: The Pathway to Secure Federal Contracts As a government contractor, securing federal contracts is crucial for business growth and success. However, navigating the complex world of cybersecurity regulations and requirements can be...
Creating a Comprehensive List of Government Contracts: Essential Tips and Resources
Creating a Comprehensive List of Government Contracts: Essential Tips and Resources Are you looking to expand your business by securing government contracts? Creating a comprehensive list of available opportunities is crucial for success in the public sector. In this...
Snooze and Lose
The Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (the “Board”) reminded the government that if it failed to raise jurisdictional issues (namely a sum certain requirement that should have been in the claim) before a hearing on the merits, it forfeited its right to...
Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) Decoded: Best Practices for Government Contractors
Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) Decoded: Best Practices for Government Contractors As a government contractor, navigating the complex world of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) can be a daunting task. However, understanding and implementing these standards is crucial...
Season 11: Episode 10: FAR Facts
Hello and thank you for joining us for Episode 9 of Fun with the FAR Season 11! In our next session, we will cover FAR Part 15.4 (Special focus on contract pricing). As we prepare for our 10th episode of Season 11, here are a few Episode 10 FAR Facts for us to think...
Converting a Procurement from Sealed Bidding to Competitive Proposals
The Federal Acquisition Regulation (“FAR”) gives contracting officers significant flexibility in selecting the procurement method they choose to use. FAR 6.401 (Sealed Bidding and Competitive Proposals) states: Sealed bidding [using an Invitation for Bids-IFB] and...
No Clarifications Required
Federal Acquisition Regulation (“FAR”) 15.306 deals with “Exchanges with offerors after receipt of proposals;” it is important to understand what is or is not required after receipt of proposals (but before selection for award), specifically pertaining to...
Season 11: Episode 9: FAR Facts
Hello and thank you for joining us for Episode 8 of Fun with the FAR Season 11! In our next session, we will cover FAR Part 15 (Contracting by Negotiation). As we prepare for our 9th episode of Season 11, here are a few Episode 9 FAR Facts for us to think about: A...
Understanding Firm Fixed Price Contracts: Benefits and Risks for Government Suppliers
Firm fixed price (FFP) contracts are a common type of agreement used in government contracting. Under an FFP contract, the supplier agrees to deliver a specific product or service at a predetermined price, regardless of the actual costs incurred during the project....
