May 29th, June 5 and 12, 2:00-4:00pm ET

This three-part course will focus on maximizing competition and small business utilization in contractors’ procurement activities. In addition to exploring FAR-based competition, we will also explore market research strategies and channels to increase the competitive field in contractors’ subcontracting and procurements. This will include means by which to identify potential small business and other socio-economic firms for inclusion in your organization’s competitive procurements. This program is intended for procurement, subcontracting, supply chain, contracts, small business advocates, and compliance professionals.

Part 1: Basics of Competition and Defining Market Research

Part 2: Market Research Strategies to Maximize Competition and Small Business Utilization

Part 3: The Intersection of Market Research & FAR-based Compliance

Instructor: Kristina Staley, Senior Manager, Capital Edge Consulting, Inc.