May 2021
The FAR Workshop: Practical Applications & More
This 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 regulatory system. Those who participate actively in the contract administration process will receive the most direct benefit, but anyone who is a player in government…
Find out more »Financial Forum Webinar Series 2021
A CANT MISS LIVE MONTHLY UPDATE AND OPPORTUNITY TO “ASK THE EXPERTS.” Join the professionals from Dentons’ 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 to contractors and government practitioners alike. January 12: Principles of Fiscal Law and Government Contracts February 9: Contract Types and Bid Protests March…
Find out more »DFUN with the DFARS℠ Season 5
2 Instructor-Led Virtual Training Sessions from January 2021 to December 2021 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. For reduced prices on FUN with the FAR and DFUN with the DFARS, click here. The Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) is a supplement specific to Department of Defense (DoD) acquisitions.…
Find out more »Deciphering Government Contracts: Simplifying Government Contract Interpretation for Everyone
In a series of 6 weekly 90-minute sessions, you will gain deep insight on how contracts, both government and commercial, are interpreted by boards and courts. The rules are not always the same for them! We will also spend some time discussing good contract drafting that will avoid interpretation disputes. Filled with both legal theory (for the legally inclined) and practical application for the practitioner, you will develop a deeper appreciation for contract formatting, drafting quality contracts, and avoiding disputes,…
Find out more »Critical Government Contract Cost Accounting and Financial Compliance
This course is a fast-paced interactive 6-part webinar that examines the key fundamental aspects and requirements on contract financial matters as it applies to Federal acquisition. 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 requirements regarding costs proposed or incurred under US Government contracts. The course includes a review of accounting and estimating related topics, and best practices for implementing and maintaining…
Find out more »Professor’s Forum with Ralph Nash and Tim Sullivan 2021
Professor Ralph Nash and Tim Sullivan are delighted to present the sixth year of "The Professor's Forum," a monthly virtual class designed to delve into some of the most challenging issues facing contractors and Government personnel alike. As always, each session will give you and your colleagues the opportunity to hear from two of the most experienced lawyers in the business of government contracting, and their discussion will very likely lead to you and your team applying what you just…
Find out more »Identifying Emerging Risks In Your Foreign Supply Chain
As demonstrated by President Biden’s February 24, 2021 Executive Order on America’s Supply Chains, supply chain security is an increasingly important topic for the U.S. government. But where supply chains inevitably source products from around the world, it is hard to know what we must do to make our supply chains “secure,” recognizing that this task is made even harder when we try to anticipate future policy shifts. This 6-part series is designed to give you an overview of the…
Find out more »May the Clause Be with You℠ Season 3
Tuesdays 11:00AM - 12:00PM 2021 Annual Subscription includes 25 Short, Focused Sessions, approximately 50 Minutes in Length, to Highlight the How and Why of Important FAR and DFARS Clauses In this bi-weekly program, our experts will select and introduce to you—in a practical way—some of the most important but often misused FAR contract clauses in an easy-to-digest 50 minute Webinars. Some of those clauses in particular, those set forth in FAR PART 52, without doubt establish a critical foundation in every…
Find out more »Federal Appropriations Law
This course will explore, explain, and provide hands-on practice in the key issues and principles of fiscal law as it affects federal procurement contracting. From the budgeting process through appropriations legislation and implementation by the executive branch, attendees will gain an appreciation for why some procurement activities are performed in the way that they are. This course covers the significance and risks in making fiscal law decisions. It is designed for Government contracting officers and COTRs/CORs, as well as contractor…
Find out more »Managing Supply Chain Disruptions
In this program, instructors Mike Rizzo and Dinesh Dharmadasa of Pillsbury will discuss how to manage supply chain disruptions. • Attendees will receive an update on the how federal agencies are reacting to recent supply chain disruptions • Attendees will learn how to best position themselves to recover for schedule delay and attendant cost growth due to supply chain disruptions • Attendees will hear about best practices and strategies for submitting Requests for Equitable Adjustment • Attendees will learn about…
Find out more »Deciphering Government Contracts: Simplifying Government Contract Interpretation for Everyone
In a series of 6 weekly 90-minute sessions, you will gain deep insight on how contracts, both government and commercial, are interpreted by boards and courts. The rules are not always the same for them! We will also spend some time discussing good contract drafting that will avoid interpretation disputes. Filled with both legal theory (for the legally inclined) and practical application for the practitioner, you will develop a deeper appreciation for contract formatting, drafting quality contracts, and avoiding disputes,…
Find out more »Innovative Contracting Series
Over the last couple of years, we have all heard significant discussions, and have likely seen a deluge of email/magazine articles around the Government’s application of flexible acquisition strategies and accordingly the application of flexible contract/agreement approaches. But when we in industry look at (or listen to) that information being presented, do we form a clear “picture” in our minds of what that means to our company as far as pursuit of an opportunity, or contracting for a subsequent “win”?…
Find out more »New to the Federal Market? The Top 10 Things You Need To Know Now!
Budget priorities are changing, new acquisition methods are being used, and the right partner may be more important than ever. Oh yeah, busy season is coming right around the corner, too. Get the top 10 things you need to know now to succeed in the federal market. Whether it's positioning your company for the end of FY'21 or staying ahead of the changes coming next year, this course will provide you with actionable information. If the last "top 10" list…
Find out more »Identifying Emerging Risks In Your Foreign Supply Chain
As demonstrated by President Biden’s February 24, 2021 Executive Order on America’s Supply Chains, supply chain security is an increasingly important topic for the U.S. government. But where supply chains inevitably source products from around the world, it is hard to know what we must do to make our supply chains “secure,” recognizing that this task is made even harder when we try to anticipate future policy shifts. This 6-part series is designed to give you an overview of the…
Find out more »The Executive Briefing: Government Contracting Overview & Update
Executives are busy people. Our Senior Executive Briefing is designed to acquaint executives with the world of Government contracting, helping them understand why it is so different from the commercial sector. We explain the statutory and regulatory backdrop, and we describe the major players in the life of a government contract. We also describe the peculiar process that the government uses to award its contracts, the possibility of a bid protest, and what to expect after a contract is awarded.…
Find out more »Deciphering Government Contracts: Simplifying Government Contract Interpretation for Everyone
In a series of 6 weekly 90-minute sessions, you will gain deep insight on how contracts, both government and commercial, are interpreted by boards and courts. The rules are not always the same for them! We will also spend some time discussing good contract drafting that will avoid interpretation disputes. Filled with both legal theory (for the legally inclined) and practical application for the practitioner, you will develop a deeper appreciation for contract formatting, drafting quality contracts, and avoiding disputes,…
Find out more »Dave Drabkin’s Hot Topics Featuring Experts in Government & Industry Series
Fourth Thursday of the Month 11:00am - 12:30pm ET February 25 March 25 April 22 May 27 June 24 September 23 October 28
Find out more »The PCI FAR and DFARS Update
Seemingly as inexorable as death and taxes, the FAR and DFARS are constantly changing. While some changes are mundane, others are critically important. It can be difficult to track and stay on top of the updates, sift through the noise, and focus on the changes that matter most to your business. Join the Dentons US LLP Government Contracts Team as we target and discuss the most important and impactful recent updates to the FAR and DFARS. For this session, Joe…
Find out more »June 2021
CAS – The Series: Pilot Episode
Please join us as PCI presents this initial teaser episode of CAS: The Series! This virtual training session is a 90 minute, fun-filled overview of the Cost Accounting Standards. Yes – we said “fun” – and we mean it. Bill Walter, your instructor, will discuss the background and history of the CAS, some of the challenges that companies face regarding CAS compliance, DCAA’s current activities regarding CAS oversight and DCMA’s guidance on CAS Administration. Combining CAS, dry humor and a…
Find out more »May the Clause Be with You℠ Season 3
Tuesdays 11:00AM - 12:00PM 2021 Annual Subscription includes 25 Short, Focused Sessions, approximately 50 Minutes in Length, to Highlight the How and Why of Important FAR and DFARS Clauses In this bi-weekly program, our experts will select and introduce to you—in a practical way—some of the most important but often misused FAR contract clauses in an easy-to-digest 50 minute Webinars. Some of those clauses in particular, those set forth in FAR PART 52, without doubt establish a critical foundation in every…
Find out more »Case of the Month 2021
Please 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 significance of the case as a whole. Whether the cases are bid protests or contract claims, our instructors, all of whom are experienced professionals, will…
Find out more »Innovative Contracting Series
Over the last couple of years, we have all heard significant discussions, and have likely seen a deluge of email/magazine articles around the Government’s application of flexible acquisition strategies and accordingly the application of flexible contract/agreement approaches. But when we in industry look at (or listen to) that information being presented, do we form a clear “picture” in our minds of what that means to our company as far as pursuit of an opportunity, or contracting for a subsequent “win”?…
Find out more »Hit The Ground Running: Contract Law Essentials For New Attorneys And Contract Administrators
You want your contracting professionals to “hit the ground running” and be as productive as possible. They probably didn’t learn enough in this area in school, and some government contract law matters--like litigation--simply do not lend themselves to a prolonged learning curve. Thankfully your “First Years” actually want the same thing—to be positive members of your team as quickly as possible. Start them out right by having them attend the Public Contracting Institute’s Hit the Ground Running Course! This course…
Find out more »Identifying Emerging Risks In Your Foreign Supply Chain
As demonstrated by President Biden’s February 24, 2021 Executive Order on America’s Supply Chains, supply chain security is an increasingly important topic for the U.S. government. But where supply chains inevitably source products from around the world, it is hard to know what we must do to make our supply chains “secure,” recognizing that this task is made even harder when we try to anticipate future policy shifts. This 6-part series is designed to give you an overview of the…
Find out more »Subcontract Management
This Subcontract Management course is a comprehensive tutorial that explores FAR Part 44, Subcontracting – focusing on identifying and mitigating the vast array of risks often encountered by Government contractors in subcontract arrangements. Against a backdrop of the applicable regulations and relevant case law, the course explores numerous over-arching concepts inherent in federal subcontracting, providing numerous examples and identifying “best practices” for companies. The experience is often enhanced by a comprehensive question and answer dialogue between the instructor and Government/industry…
Find out more »Financial Forum Webinar Series 2021
A CANT MISS LIVE MONTHLY UPDATE AND OPPORTUNITY TO “ASK THE EXPERTS.” Join the professionals from Dentons’ 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 to contractors and government practitioners alike. January 12: Principles of Fiscal Law and Government Contracts February 9: Contract Types and Bid Protests March…
Find out more »Hit The Ground Running: Contract Law Essentials For New Attorneys And Contract Administrators
You want your contracting professionals to “hit the ground running” and be as productive as possible. They probably didn’t learn enough in this area in school, and some government contract law matters--like litigation--simply do not lend themselves to a prolonged learning curve. Thankfully your “First Years” actually want the same thing—to be positive members of your team as quickly as possible. Start them out right by having them attend the Public Contracting Institute’s Hit the Ground Running Course! This course…
Find out more »Contractor Purchasing Systems Review
This is a comprehensive course addressing US Government contractor requirements related to letting subcontracts under government prime contracts. This course is recommended for individuals who are responsible for: US Government contractor purchasing or subcontracting; implementing and maintaining adequate purchasing systems and supporting US Government Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSRs); and conducting oversight of purchasing systems.
Find out more »Contract Pricing and Pricing Fundamentals
Many federal contractors are wasting significant amounts of time and increasing audit risk and exposure by the improper use of price and cost analysis. Many contractors and Government oversight officials do not understand the true requirements contained in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) regarding the use of Price Analysis versus Cost Analysis. This results in significant time and expense preparing and justifying detailed cost estimates when the most basic price analysis tools and techniques, which require far less effort, are…
Find out more »Hit The Ground Running: Contract Law Essentials For New Attorneys And Contract Administrators
You want your contracting professionals to “hit the ground running” and be as productive as possible. They probably didn’t learn enough in this area in school, and some government contract law matters--like litigation--simply do not lend themselves to a prolonged learning curve. Thankfully your “First Years” actually want the same thing—to be positive members of your team as quickly as possible. Start them out right by having them attend the Public Contracting Institute’s Hit the Ground Running Course! This course…
Find out more »Government Contracts Update
During this program, PCI will provide you an update outlining the changes, and your instructors Paul Pompeo of Arnold & Porter, and Jennifer Flickinger of Baker Tilly, will provide analysis on the impact that these changes will have on you. Join us for an interactive discussion on the latest changes and developments, with a bent toward accounting, cost and pricing issues, with: The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) The Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) The Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) Defense Contract Audit Agency…
Find out more »Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)
This course discusses earned value management from a manager’s perspective and tries to answer the question “If we are doing all this planning and reporting, why are we still over budget and behind schedule?” The class covers the 32 requirements an acceptable EVMS system must meet and some of the techniques to meet those requirements. The course dissects the relationship between EVMS and project management to identify points of intersection and divergence to understand why a good project management system…
Find out more »Ethics and Compliance in Government Contracting
Legal and ethical conduct is the way to protect your credibility and earn the respect and trust of your employees, partners, clients, and community. This one-day course provides an in-depth understanding of the ethical and compliance rules that apply in the federal government marketplace. It emphasizes the importance of ethical conduct when contractors do business with the federal government; enable contractor (and government) employees to recognize compliance and ethical issues and traps before they make irreparable mistakes; and advise about…
Find out more »Professor’s Forum with Ralph Nash and Tim Sullivan 2021
Professor Ralph Nash and Tim Sullivan are delighted to present the sixth year of "The Professor's Forum," a monthly virtual class designed to delve into some of the most challenging issues facing contractors and Government personnel alike. As always, each session will give you and your colleagues the opportunity to hear from two of the most experienced lawyers in the business of government contracting, and their discussion will very likely lead to you and your team applying what you just…
Find out more »Hit The Ground Running: Contract Law Essentials For New Attorneys And Contract Administrators
You want your contracting professionals to “hit the ground running” and be as productive as possible. They probably didn’t learn enough in this area in school, and some government contract law matters--like litigation--simply do not lend themselves to a prolonged learning curve. Thankfully your “First Years” actually want the same thing—to be positive members of your team as quickly as possible. Start them out right by having them attend the Public Contracting Institute’s Hit the Ground Running Course! This course…
Find out more »Contract Cost Accounting Deep Dive
Contract Cost accounting issues for government contractors can cause no end of headaches. But you don’t have to struggle through on your own. The expert instructors at PCI have created a high-intensity three-day boot camp to help alleviate your cost accounting-related headaches and transform cost accounting confusion into cost accounting competence! This course, delivered in a highly-interactive instructor-led classroom setting, uses discussion, lectures, and practical exercises to help you understand the ins and outs of cost accounting issues in government…
Find out more »Pathways To Government Contracting
The 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 PilieroMazza’s Cy Alba and Anna Wright as they explore how both new market entrants and existing contractors looking to subcontract may use these unique programs to create…
Find out more »Contract Cost Accounting Deep Dive
Contract Cost accounting issues for government contractors can cause no end of headaches. But you don’t have to struggle through on your own. The expert instructors at PCI have created a high-intensity three-day boot camp to help alleviate your cost accounting-related headaches and transform cost accounting confusion into cost accounting competence! This course, delivered in a highly-interactive instructor-led classroom setting, uses discussion, lectures, and practical exercises to help you understand the ins and outs of cost accounting issues in government…
Find out more »May the Clause Be with You℠ Season 3
Tuesdays 11:00AM - 12:00PM 2021 Annual Subscription includes 25 Short, Focused Sessions, approximately 50 Minutes in Length, to Highlight the How and Why of Important FAR and DFARS Clauses In this bi-weekly program, our experts will select and introduce to you—in a practical way—some of the most important but often misused FAR contract clauses in an easy-to-digest 50 minute Webinars. Some of those clauses in particular, those set forth in FAR PART 52, without doubt establish a critical foundation in every…
Find out more »Cost Analysis
This course is designed to provide specific guidance in performing and documenting cost analysis for goods and services acquired for US Government contracts and subcontracts in those situations when Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (formerly know as Truth in Negotiations Act) applies, or when price analysis alone is insufficient to demonstrate the reasonableness of lower-tier suppliers’ prices. Day 1: Direct Labor, Day 2: Materials and ODCs Day 3: Indirect costs
Find out more »Contract Cost Accounting Deep Dive
Contract Cost accounting issues for government contractors can cause no end of headaches. But you don’t have to struggle through on your own. The expert instructors at PCI have created a high-intensity three-day boot camp to help alleviate your cost accounting-related headaches and transform cost accounting confusion into cost accounting competence! This course, delivered in a highly-interactive instructor-led classroom setting, uses discussion, lectures, and practical exercises to help you understand the ins and outs of cost accounting issues in government…
Find out more »Cost Analysis
This course is designed to provide specific guidance in performing and documenting cost analysis for goods and services acquired for US Government contracts and subcontracts in those situations when Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (formerly know as Truth in Negotiations Act) applies, or when price analysis alone is insufficient to demonstrate the reasonableness of lower-tier suppliers’ prices. Day 1: Direct Labor, Day 2: Materials and ODCs Day 3: Indirect costs
Find out more »Innovative Contracting Series
Over the last couple of years, we have all heard significant discussions, and have likely seen a deluge of email/magazine articles around the Government’s application of flexible acquisition strategies and accordingly the application of flexible contract/agreement approaches. But when we in industry look at (or listen to) that information being presented, do we form a clear “picture” in our minds of what that means to our company as far as pursuit of an opportunity, or contracting for a subsequent “win”?…
Find out more »Contract Cost Accounting Deep Dive
Contract Cost accounting issues for government contractors can cause no end of headaches. But you don’t have to struggle through on your own. The expert instructors at PCI have created a high-intensity three-day boot camp to help alleviate your cost accounting-related headaches and transform cost accounting confusion into cost accounting competence! This course, delivered in a highly-interactive instructor-led classroom setting, uses discussion, lectures, and practical exercises to help you understand the ins and outs of cost accounting issues in government…
Find out more »Cost Analysis
This course is designed to provide specific guidance in performing and documenting cost analysis for goods and services acquired for US Government contracts and subcontracts in those situations when Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (formerly know as Truth in Negotiations Act) applies, or when price analysis alone is insufficient to demonstrate the reasonableness of lower-tier suppliers’ prices. Day 1: Direct Labor, Day 2: Materials and ODCs Day 3: Indirect costs
Find out more »Identifying Emerging Risks In Your Foreign Supply Chain
As demonstrated by President Biden’s February 24, 2021 Executive Order on America’s Supply Chains, supply chain security is an increasingly important topic for the U.S. government. But where supply chains inevitably source products from around the world, it is hard to know what we must do to make our supply chains “secure,” recognizing that this task is made even harder when we try to anticipate future policy shifts. This 6-part series is designed to give you an overview of the…
Find out more »Nuts and Bolts of the SCA
Compliance with the Service Contract Act (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 (DOL) audit. In this session we will focus on important SCA compliance principles and discuss strategies for avoiding liability. SCA applicability and exceptions; SCA obligations; Mapping to a correct labor category;…
Find out more »Intellectual Property in Government Contracting
A Practical Guide To Understanding The Intersection Between Intellectual Property And Government Contracts Managing intellectual property (IP) when working with the federal government is one of the more challenging areas of government contracts. Questions regarding who owns the IP, who has rights to the IP and how may a contractor and the government use the IP often lead to varying interpretations and conclusions by the involved parties. Answers to these same questions may be different depending on the parties’ ability…
Find out more »DFUN with the DFARS℠ Season 5
2 Instructor-Led Virtual Training Sessions from January 2021 to December 2021 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. For reduced prices on FUN with the FAR and DFUN with the DFARS, click here. The Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) is a supplement specific to Department of Defense (DoD) acquisitions.…
Find out more »Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)
This course discusses earned value management from a manager’s perspective and tries to answer the question “If we are doing all this planning and reporting, why are we still over budget and behind schedule?” The class covers the 32 requirements an acceptable EVMS system must meet and some of the techniques to meet those requirements. The course dissects the relationship between EVMS and project management to identify points of intersection and divergence to understand why a good project management system…
Find out more »Nuts and Bolts of the SCA
Compliance with the Service Contract Act (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 (DOL) audit. In this session we will focus on important SCA compliance principles and discuss strategies for avoiding liability. SCA applicability and exceptions; SCA obligations; Mapping to a correct labor category;…
Find out more »Dave Drabkin’s Hot Topics Featuring Experts in Government & Industry Series
Fourth Thursday of the Month 11:00am - 12:30pm ET February 25 March 25 April 22 May 27 June 24 September 23 October 28
Find out more »Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Regulatory Introduction and Roadmap
This course will provide participants with an overview of the Department of Defense (DoD) ITAR, EAR, DFARS 252.204-7012 and CMMC regulatory requirements necessary for leadership and stakeholders to make informed business and cybersecurity decisions and investments to “get secure, stay compliant, Win business”. Will be a focus on the following areas: General Cybersecurity Concepts DFARS (NIST 800-171) requirements and obligations CMMC practice and process risks, obligations, requirements, and non-compliance penalties Navigating the DFARS & CMMC journey (assessment, gap mitigation, certification…
Find out more »May the Clause Be with You℠ Season 3
Tuesdays 11:00AM - 12:00PM 2021 Annual Subscription includes 25 Short, Focused Sessions, approximately 50 Minutes in Length, to Highlight the How and Why of Important FAR and DFARS Clauses In this bi-weekly program, our experts will select and introduce to you—in a practical way—some of the most important but often misused FAR contract clauses in an easy-to-digest 50 minute Webinars. Some of those clauses in particular, those set forth in FAR PART 52, without doubt establish a critical foundation in every…
Find out more »Innovative Contracting Series
Over the last couple of years, we have all heard significant discussions, and have likely seen a deluge of email/magazine articles around the Government’s application of flexible acquisition strategies and accordingly the application of flexible contract/agreement approaches. But when we in industry look at (or listen to) that information being presented, do we form a clear “picture” in our minds of what that means to our company as far as pursuit of an opportunity, or contracting for a subsequent “win”?…
Find out more »July 2021
Intellectual Property in Government Contracting
A Practical Guide To Understanding The Intersection Between Intellectual Property And Government Contracts Managing intellectual property (IP) when working with the federal government is one of the more challenging areas of government contracts. Questions regarding who owns the IP, who has rights to the IP and how may a contractor and the government use the IP often lead to varying interpretations and conclusions by the involved parties. Answers to these same questions may be different depending on the parties’ ability…
Find out more »Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS)
This course discusses earned value management from a manager’s perspective and tries to answer the question “If we are doing all this planning and reporting, why are we still over budget and behind schedule?” The class covers the 32 requirements an acceptable EVMS system must meet and some of the techniques to meet those requirements. The course dissects the relationship between EVMS and project management to identify points of intersection and divergence to understand why a good project management system…
Find out more »Pathways To Government Contracting
The 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 PilieroMazza’s Cy Alba and Anna Wright as they explore how both new market entrants and existing contractors looking to subcontract may use these unique programs to create…
Find out more »May the Clause Be with You℠ Season 3
Tuesdays 11:00AM - 12:00PM 2021 Annual Subscription includes 25 Short, Focused Sessions, approximately 50 Minutes in Length, to Highlight the How and Why of Important FAR and DFARS Clauses In this bi-weekly program, our experts will select and introduce to you—in a practical way—some of the most important but often misused FAR contract clauses in an easy-to-digest 50 minute Webinars. Some of those clauses in particular, those set forth in FAR PART 52, without doubt establish a critical foundation in every…
Find out more »Contract Changes and Equitable Adjustments
This course focuses on the central role the Changes clause plays in the performance of government contracts. It addresses the use of the clause in ensuring the government achieves its goals during contract performance. The use of the clause by contractors to assert requests for equitable adjustment when the conditions of performance change, the myriad of rules governing the negotiation of equitable adjustments, and the process of modifying the contract to accomplish these goals are covered.
Find out more »Intellectual Property in Government Contracting
A Practical Guide To Understanding The Intersection Between Intellectual Property And Government Contracts Managing intellectual property (IP) when working with the federal government is one of the more challenging areas of government contracts. Questions regarding who owns the IP, who has rights to the IP and how may a contractor and the government use the IP often lead to varying interpretations and conclusions by the involved parties. Answers to these same questions may be different depending on the parties’ ability…
Find out more »DFUN with the DFARS℠ Season 5
2 Instructor-Led Virtual Training Sessions from January 2021 to December 2021 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. For reduced prices on FUN with the FAR and DFUN with the DFARS, click here. The Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) is a supplement specific to Department of Defense (DoD) acquisitions.…
Find out more »May the Clause Be with You℠ Season 3
Tuesdays 11:00AM - 12:00PM 2021 Annual Subscription includes 25 Short, Focused Sessions, approximately 50 Minutes in Length, to Highlight the How and Why of Important FAR and DFARS Clauses In this bi-weekly program, our experts will select and introduce to you—in a practical way—some of the most important but often misused FAR contract clauses in an easy-to-digest 50 minute Webinars. Some of those clauses in particular, those set forth in FAR PART 52, without doubt establish a critical foundation in every…
Find out more »August 2021
Intellectual Property in Government Contracting
A Practical Guide To Understanding The Intersection Between Intellectual Property And Government Contracts Managing intellectual property (IP) when working with the federal government is one of the more challenging areas of government contracts. Questions regarding who owns the IP, who has rights to the IP and how may a contractor and the government use the IP often lead to varying interpretations and conclusions by the involved parties. Answers to these same questions may be different depending on the parties’ ability…
Find out more »Government Contracting Fundamentals
The 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 personnel, engineers, and attorneys (in-house, outside, government
Find out more »Pathways To Government Contracting
The 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 PilieroMazza’s Cy Alba and Anna Wright as they explore how both new market entrants and existing contractors looking to subcontract may use these unique programs to create…
Find out more »May the Clause Be with You℠ Season 3
Tuesdays 11:00AM - 12:00PM 2021 Annual Subscription includes 25 Short, Focused Sessions, approximately 50 Minutes in Length, to Highlight the How and Why of Important FAR and DFARS Clauses In this bi-weekly program, our experts will select and introduce to you—in a practical way—some of the most important but often misused FAR contract clauses in an easy-to-digest 50 minute Webinars. Some of those clauses in particular, those set forth in FAR PART 52, without doubt establish a critical foundation in every…
Find out more »DFUN with the DFARS℠ Season 5
2 Instructor-Led Virtual Training Sessions from January 2021 to December 2021 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. For reduced prices on FUN with the FAR and DFUN with the DFARS, click here. The Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) is a supplement specific to Department of Defense (DoD) acquisitions.…
Find out more »May the Clause Be with You℠ Season 3
Tuesdays 11:00AM - 12:00PM 2021 Annual Subscription includes 25 Short, Focused Sessions, approximately 50 Minutes in Length, to Highlight the How and Why of Important FAR and DFARS Clauses In this bi-weekly program, our experts will select and introduce to you—in a practical way—some of the most important but often misused FAR contract clauses in an easy-to-digest 50 minute Webinars. Some of those clauses in particular, those set forth in FAR PART 52, without doubt establish a critical foundation in every…
Find out more »The PCI FAR and DFARS Update
Seemingly as inexorable as death and taxes, the FAR and DFARS are constantly changing. While some changes are mundane, others are critically important. It can be difficult to track and stay on top of the updates, sift through the noise, and focus on the changes that matter most to your business. Join the Dentons US LLP Government Contracts Team as we target and discuss the most important and impactful recent updates to the FAR and DFARS. For this session, Joe…
Find out more »September 2021
May the Clause Be with You℠ Season 3
Tuesdays 11:00AM - 12:00PM 2021 Annual Subscription includes 25 Short, Focused Sessions, approximately 50 Minutes in Length, to Highlight the How and Why of Important FAR and DFARS Clauses In this bi-weekly program, our experts will select and introduce to you—in a practical way—some of the most important but often misused FAR contract clauses in an easy-to-digest 50 minute Webinars. Some of those clauses in particular, those set forth in FAR PART 52, without doubt establish a critical foundation in every…
Find out more »Case of the Month 2021
Please 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 significance of the case as a whole. Whether the cases are bid protests or contract claims, our instructors, all of whom are experienced professionals, will…
Find out more »Professor’s Forum with Ralph Nash and Tim Sullivan 2021
Professor Ralph Nash and Tim Sullivan are delighted to present the sixth year of "The Professor's Forum," a monthly virtual class designed to delve into some of the most challenging issues facing contractors and Government personnel alike. As always, each session will give you and your colleagues the opportunity to hear from two of the most experienced lawyers in the business of government contracting, and their discussion will very likely lead to you and your team applying what you just…
Find out more »Financial Forum Webinar Series 2021
A CANT MISS LIVE MONTHLY UPDATE AND OPPORTUNITY TO “ASK THE EXPERTS.” Join the professionals from Dentons’ 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 to contractors and government practitioners alike. January 12: Principles of Fiscal Law and Government Contracts February 9: Contract Types and Bid Protests March…
Find out more »Timekeeping for Government Contractors
Course participants will learn regulatory requirements and expectations related to timekeeping/labor reporting. Additionally, this overview serves as a guide through specific FAR and CAS regulations as well as best practices for labor compliance. This course guides the participant through writing policies and procedures, an overview on labor laws and acts, timekeeping roles and compensation requirements, labor accounting methods, and how to prepare employees for audits. The seminar is beneficial to company personnel who are new to government contracting and want…
Find out more »DFUN with the DFARS℠ Season 5
2 Instructor-Led Virtual Training Sessions from January 2021 to December 2021 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. For reduced prices on FUN with the FAR and DFUN with the DFARS, click here. The Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) is a supplement specific to Department of Defense (DoD) acquisitions.…
Find out more »May the Clause Be with You℠ Season 3
Tuesdays 11:00AM - 12:00PM 2021 Annual Subscription includes 25 Short, Focused Sessions, approximately 50 Minutes in Length, to Highlight the How and Why of Important FAR and DFARS Clauses In this bi-weekly program, our experts will select and introduce to you—in a practical way—some of the most important but often misused FAR contract clauses in an easy-to-digest 50 minute Webinars. Some of those clauses in particular, those set forth in FAR PART 52, without doubt establish a critical foundation in every…
Find out more »Dave Drabkin’s Hot Topics Featuring Experts in Government & Industry Series
Fourth Thursday of the Month 11:00am - 12:30pm ET February 25 March 25 April 22 May 27 June 24 September 23 October 28
Find out more »October 2021
The FAR Workshop: Practical Applications & More
This 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 regulatory system. Those who participate actively in the contract administration process will receive the most direct benefit, but anyone who is a player in government…
Find out more »May the Clause Be with You℠ Season 3
Tuesdays 11:00AM - 12:00PM 2021 Annual Subscription includes 25 Short, Focused Sessions, approximately 50 Minutes in Length, to Highlight the How and Why of Important FAR and DFARS Clauses In this bi-weekly program, our experts will select and introduce to you—in a practical way—some of the most important but often misused FAR contract clauses in an easy-to-digest 50 minute Webinars. Some of those clauses in particular, those set forth in FAR PART 52, without doubt establish a critical foundation in every…
Find out more »Case of the Month 2021
Please 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 significance of the case as a whole. Whether the cases are bid protests or contract claims, our instructors, all of whom are experienced professionals, will…
Find out more »Accounting and Auditing for Government Contractors
Doing business with the federal government can be extremely challenging. Layering the extensive accounting requirements, internal controls, and system expectations that come with federal government contracts, it can become downright frightening. This course is designed to help contractors navigate the details of these requirements so that they can successfully recover all allowable and allocable contract costs incurred in support of their contracts. This course will also prepare contractors for the accounting requirements of government contracts and strategies in preparing for…
Find out more »Financial Forum Webinar Series 2021
A CANT MISS LIVE MONTHLY UPDATE AND OPPORTUNITY TO “ASK THE EXPERTS.” Join the professionals from Dentons’ 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 to contractors and government practitioners alike. January 12: Principles of Fiscal Law and Government Contracts February 9: Contract Types and Bid Protests March…
Find out more »DFUN with the DFARS℠ Season 5
2 Instructor-Led Virtual Training Sessions from January 2021 to December 2021 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. For reduced prices on FUN with the FAR and DFUN with the DFARS, click here. The Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) is a supplement specific to Department of Defense (DoD) acquisitions.…
Find out more »Professor’s Forum with Ralph Nash and Tim Sullivan 2021
Professor Ralph Nash and Tim Sullivan are delighted to present the sixth year of "The Professor's Forum," a monthly virtual class designed to delve into some of the most challenging issues facing contractors and Government personnel alike. As always, each session will give you and your colleagues the opportunity to hear from two of the most experienced lawyers in the business of government contracting, and their discussion will very likely lead to you and your team applying what you just…
Find out more »Contract Cost Accounting Deep Dive
Contract Cost accounting issues for government contractors can cause no end of headaches. But you don’t have to struggle through on your own. The expert instructors at PCI have created a high-intensity three-day boot camp to help alleviate your cost accounting-related headaches and transform cost accounting confusion into cost accounting competence! This course, delivered in a highly-interactive instructor-led classroom setting, uses discussion, lectures, and practical exercises to help you understand the ins and outs of cost accounting issues in government…
Find out more »May the Clause Be with You℠ Season 3
Tuesdays 11:00AM - 12:00PM 2021 Annual Subscription includes 25 Short, Focused Sessions, approximately 50 Minutes in Length, to Highlight the How and Why of Important FAR and DFARS Clauses In this bi-weekly program, our experts will select and introduce to you—in a practical way—some of the most important but often misused FAR contract clauses in an easy-to-digest 50 minute Webinars. Some of those clauses in particular, those set forth in FAR PART 52, without doubt establish a critical foundation in every…
Find out more »Contractor Purchasing Systems Review
This is a comprehensive course addressing US Government contractor requirements related to letting subcontracts under government prime contracts. This course is recommended for individuals who are responsible for: US Government contractor purchasing or subcontracting; implementing and maintaining adequate purchasing systems and supporting US Government Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSRs); and conducting oversight of purchasing systems.
Find out more »Dave Drabkin’s Hot Topics Featuring Experts in Government & Industry Series
Fourth Thursday of the Month 11:00am - 12:30pm ET February 25 March 25 April 22 May 27 June 24 September 23 October 28
Find out more »November 2021
Contract Changes and Equitable Adjustments
This course focuses on the central role the Changes clause plays in the performance of government contracts. It addresses the use of the clause in ensuring the government achieves its goals during contract performance. The use of the clause by contractors to assert requests for equitable adjustment when the conditions of performance change, the myriad of rules governing the negotiation of equitable adjustments, and the process of modifying the contract to accomplish these goals are covered.
Find out more »May the Clause Be with You℠ Season 3
Tuesdays 11:00AM - 12:00PM 2021 Annual Subscription includes 25 Short, Focused Sessions, approximately 50 Minutes in Length, to Highlight the How and Why of Important FAR and DFARS Clauses In this bi-weekly program, our experts will select and introduce to you—in a practical way—some of the most important but often misused FAR contract clauses in an easy-to-digest 50 minute Webinars. Some of those clauses in particular, those set forth in FAR PART 52, without doubt establish a critical foundation in every…
Find out more »Case of the Month 2021
Please 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 significance of the case as a whole. Whether the cases are bid protests or contract claims, our instructors, all of whom are experienced professionals, will…
Find out more »Subcontract Management
This Subcontract Management course is a comprehensive tutorial that explores FAR Part 44, Subcontracting – focusing on identifying and mitigating the vast array of risks often encountered by Government contractors in subcontract arrangements. Against a backdrop of the applicable regulations and relevant case law, the course explores numerous over-arching concepts inherent in federal subcontracting, providing numerous examples and identifying “best practices” for companies. The experience is often enhanced by a comprehensive question and answer dialogue between the instructor and Government/industry…
Find out more »Financial Forum Webinar Series 2021
A CANT MISS LIVE MONTHLY UPDATE AND OPPORTUNITY TO “ASK THE EXPERTS.” Join the professionals from Dentons’ 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 to contractors and government practitioners alike. January 12: Principles of Fiscal Law and Government Contracts February 9: Contract Types and Bid Protests March…
Find out more »Contract Pricing and Pricing Fundamentals
Many federal contractors are wasting significant amounts of time and increasing audit risk and exposure by the improper use of price and cost analysis. Many contractors and Government oversight officials do not understand the true requirements contained in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) regarding the use of Price Analysis versus Cost Analysis. This results in significant time and expense preparing and justifying detailed cost estimates when the most basic price analysis tools and techniques, which require far less effort, are…
Find out more »Professor’s Forum with Ralph Nash and Tim Sullivan 2021
Professor Ralph Nash and Tim Sullivan are delighted to present the sixth year of "The Professor's Forum," a monthly virtual class designed to delve into some of the most challenging issues facing contractors and Government personnel alike. As always, each session will give you and your colleagues the opportunity to hear from two of the most experienced lawyers in the business of government contracting, and their discussion will very likely lead to you and your team applying what you just…
Find out more »Negotiation Strategies and Techniques
This course is divided into two parts. The first part is designed to provide attendees with a thorough understanding of the qualities of an effective negotiator, with examples rooted in the government contracting process. The second part focuses on the negotiation process itself—the preparation stage, the actual negotiation, and the techniques for ensuring that the deal is closed once and closed correctly. Class discussion and case studies underscore the importance of the principles covered in the lecture.
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