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GMU’s Government Contracting Fundamentals
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 […]
GMU’s Government Contracting Fundamentals In-Person
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 […]
FREE: GovCon 101 – Organizational and Personal Conflicts of Interest
OnlineOptional: If seeking credit or a certificate of completion, $45 accreditation fee. This session will discuss conflicts of interest in government procurement – both personal and organization conflicts. Government procurement personnel are subject to regulatory and even criminal statutes that protect the public trust. Contractor personnel who assist them must understand that they are subject […]
Advanced Fundamentals – GovCon Basics and Beyond
OnlineThis popular multi-part course will review and reinforce some of the topics addressed in the Basics of Government Contracting Course, then delve in depth into additional topics not typically covered in the Basics Course training. This interactive course engages students in active learning and critical thinking. It has been rated as highly valuable. Introduction to […]
Negotiations via Email
OnlineNegotiations are a tough topic on their own; however, as more and more communication moves online, the negotiations landscape becomes more complex. In this webinar, we will explore the basics of negotiations, and then compare traditional person-to-person negotiations to the more direct yet more delicate process of negotiating entirely via email. To end the seminar, […]
Advanced Fundamentals – GovCon Basics and Beyond
OnlineThis popular multi-part course will review and reinforce some of the topics addressed in the Basics of Government Contracting Course, then delve in depth into additional topics not typically covered in the Basics Course training. This interactive course engages students in active learning and critical thinking. It has been rated as highly valuable. Introduction to […]
Advanced Fundamentals – GovCon Basics and Beyond
OnlineThis popular multi-part course will review and reinforce some of the topics addressed in the Basics of Government Contracting Course, then delve in depth into additional topics not typically covered in the Basics Course training. This interactive course engages students in active learning and critical thinking. It has been rated as highly valuable. Introduction to […]
Cost Principles, FAR Part 31 and Direct/Indirect Overhead 2023: Indirect Rate Specifics
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: Cybersecurity
OnlineOptional: If seeking credit or a certificate of completion, $45 accreditation fee. This class will walk participants through current agency guidance and regulations relating to cybersecurity and incident reporting, and address key considerations for developing a compliant data security program. Topics will also include anticipated new regulations relating to CMMC, cyber threat and incident reporting, […]
Small Biz Basics 2023 – Small Biz Buzz
OnlineThe Series is intended as an entry-level look at the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and its Supplements (DFARS, HHSAR, etc.), as well as the Small Business Administration (SBA) regulations for small business federal contractors. U.S. Government policy is to work with small businesses whenever possible. There are special programs designed to help small businesses compete […]
CMMC/FISMA/NIST Compliance
OnlineThe U.S. Government through both the FAR and DFARS requires different layers and levels of IT security from government contractors and subcontractors for compliance regime to effectively manage security risks. These IT security requirements may also overlap one another, but have nuances that contractors need to address. This session will discuss contract compliance for Cybersecurity […]
Buy America & Country of Origin Series: DOD: Specialty Metal Restrictions
OnlineInitially part of the Berry Amendment, in 2007 Congress separately required the Department of Defense (DOD) to procure certain defense articles produced using specialty metals (including high-end steel and titanium) domestically. Accordingly, specialty metals procured by DOD (whether as an end-item or as a component in other products) generally must be melted in the U.S. […]
Pathways to Government Contracting: Other Transaction Agreements
OnlineThe unique regulatory landscape of Government Contracting makes it difficult for new or commercial businesses to enter the space. Fortunately, the Government has created several programs to assist companies looking to enter the Federal market. These opportunities certainly help these new-entrants. However, they also provide subcontracting opportunities for more traditional government contractors. Join our expert […]
In-Person: The FAR Workshop: Practical Applications & More
OnlineThis course is a fast-paced interactive seminar that examines the organization, content, policy and procedures of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) as it applies to Federal acquisition. It is designed for new professionals in both government and industry, as well as those who want to build familiarity with, or update themselves on, the Federal Government’s […]
FREE: GovCon 101 – Incurred Cost Submission
OnlineOptional: If seeking credit or a certificate of completion, $45 accreditation fee. Are you a government contractor with at least one flexibly priced contract? Do your flexibly priced contracts include the Allowable Cost and Payment clause, FAR 52.216-7? If this is the case, you are required to submit a final indirect cost proposal annually. FAR […]
In-Person: The FAR Workshop: Practical Applications & More
OnlineThis course is a fast-paced interactive seminar that examines the organization, content, policy and procedures of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) as it applies to Federal acquisition. It is designed for new professionals in both government and industry, as well as those who want to build familiarity with, or update themselves on, the Federal Government’s […]
Small Biz Basics 2023 – Small Biz Contracting Basics
OnlineThe Series is intended as an entry-level look at the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and its Supplements (DFARS, HHSAR, etc.), as well as the Small Business Administration (SBA) regulations for small business federal contractors. U.S. Government policy is to work with small businesses whenever possible. There are special programs designed to help small businesses compete […]
GovCon Express 2023
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 […]
FREE: GovCon 101: Roles and Responsibilities
OnlineOptional: If seeking credit or a certificate of completion, $45 accreditation fee. GovCon 101: Roles and Responsibilities covers the role of various individuals and parties in government contracting. This seminar will focus on answering questions such as: Who are these people? What do they do? (e.g., the Contracting Officer, the Contracting Officer’s Representative, the Program […]
Small Biz Basics 2023 – Small Biz Set-Aside Programs
OnlineThe Series is intended as an entry-level look at the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and its Supplements (DFARS, HHSAR, etc.), as well as the Small Business Administration (SBA) regulations for small business federal contractors. U.S. Government policy is to work with small businesses whenever possible. There are special programs designed to help small businesses compete […]