October 2021
May the Clause Be with You℠ Season 3: SCA Clauses
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 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 »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 »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 »Business Systems Series: Purchasing Systems
Baker Tilly, the Public Contracting Institute, and George Mason University Continuing and Professional Education will present this business systems series addressing the requirements of the DFARS business systems rules. This series, valuable to both DOD and other Federal agency contractors alike, will provide important guidance for any contractor seeking to improve its internal business system compliance, perform system self-assessments, and will help contractors prepare for and respond to government audits. This series will address the six covered business systems and…
Find out more »Supply Chain Hot Topics: Mandatory FAR Flow-Down Clauses and Best Practice
The past few years have placed a heavy focus on Supply Chain regulation and security. Due to the increased focus on American-made goods paired with foreign security-based worries, the rules surrounding a government contractor’s supply chain have grown more complex and are rapidly changing. Since the penalties for non-compliance can be severe, understanding these rules is critical for almost every contractor. Join George Mason University and the Public Contracting Institute as their expert instructors untangle the recent updates and cover…
Find out more »DoD Contracting Update: “Coming to a theater near you” Changes in Contracting approaches due to DoD’s New Acquisition Framework
DoD’s acquisition framework has been a constantly changing approach over the last decades. The most recent major change was in January 2020 with the changeover to the Adaptive Acquisition Framework – beginning the process to address changes in technology complexity and the laws passed by Congress which exist to “keep the playing field level.” This new enabling framework significantly modifies the previous singular “one size fits all” acquisition programs into 6 acquisition “pathways” better recognizing sets of unique program needs.…
Find out more »Dave Drabkin’s Hot Topics Featuring Experts in Government & Industry Series: Other Transactions
Fourth Thursday of the Month 11:00am - 12:30pm ET February 25 - Contracting in the New Administration March 25 - CMMC - Rules, Accredidation, and C3PAO April 22 - Buy American - New Objectives for the Federal Government's Buy American Program May 27 - Intellectual Property: The new challenges resulting from aggressive Buy American and Supply Chain Management. June 24 - Supply Chain Distruption September 23 - Is Competition Dead in Government Procurement October 28 - Other Transactions
Find out more »Managing Government Property
(October 28, November 4, 11, 18, all sessions 2:00pm-3:30pm) Concentrated training on the requirements for managing Government owned property (acquired property and furnished property) to ensure contractor and Government personnel will effectively manage the Property lifecycle per regulations and contractual requirements. This training will also include key points that will assist in resolving Property Management business system issues prior to occurrence. Includes point-by-point training on: Authority. Including allowability, allocability, and reasonableness Types of Government Property Item Unique Identification and other…
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: FAR 52.243-1 through -3
Tuesdays 11:00AM - 12:00PM 2021 Annual Subscription includes 25 Short, Focused Sessions, approximately 60 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 Green Room: Changes, Claims, and REAs
The PCI Green Room: Changes, Claims, and REAs First Tuesday of the Month, 12:00-1:00pm Government Contracting laws and regulations are constantly changing; and they’re plenty complex to start with. Would it be helpful to have a group of experts constantly informing you of these important changes? Do you wish there was a resource answering common and unique questions on these complex rules? Do you think having a network of lawyers, accountants, industry, and government professionals frequently convening on zoom to…
Find out more »PCI’s Executive Exchange: Changes, REAs, and Claims
Fee: FREE | Use Code NoCreditFree Need Credit? There is a $45 accreditation fee. The Government has the unique right to unilaterally change contracts – however, this unique right is not unlimited, and includes procedures to keep things fair for contractors: requests for equitable adjustment (REA) “correct” contracts when changes increase costs or lengthen timelines, and the claims process is used when the Government and contractor cannot agree at the REA step. Join Fred Geldon and Bill Walter for a…
Find out more »Case of the Month 2021
PCI’s October 5 edition of the Case of the Month Club will continue to look at cases decided on motions before the U.S. Court of Federal Claims and the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals. Join our expert panelists as they discuss two CDA cases and a bid protest that you will not soon forget. The first CBCA case is Pernix Serka Joint Venture v. Department of State, CBCA No. 5683, 20-1 BCA ¶ 37589, in which the CBCA dealt with…
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 »Supply Chain Hot Topics: Advanced Flow-Downs, Mandatory DFARS Clauses, and Best Practices
The past few years have placed a heavy focus on Supply Chain regulation and security. Due to the increased focus on American-made goods paired with foreign security-based worries, the rules surrounding a government contractor’s supply chain have grown more complex and are rapidly changing. Since the penalties for non-compliance can be severe, understanding these rules is critical for almost every contractor. Join George Mason University and the Public Contracting Institute as their expert instructors untangle the recent updates and cover…
Find out more »Preparing the Incurred Cost Submission
This course is intended to provide an overview of Incurred Cost Proposals, including the purpose, recommended format, requirements, rate structure considerations, allowability and allocability of cost, and current DCAA audit considerations. All sessions include the ability to ask questions regarding specific concerns or challenges participants are experiencing. Dates & Topics All Sessions take place from 1:00pm to 4:00 pm (ET). April 13: Introduction Incurred Cost Proposal Overview What is the Purpose and Origin? When is it Required? Understanding the Requirements…
Find out more »CMMC: Policy and Technical Requirements
This course will provide an overview of the Cyber Security Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements from a governments contracts and a data security perspective. The course begins with a foundation in the law and regulatory requirements required today and in the near future. Then the course will examine what it takes for defense contractors to address CMMC requirements and satisfy associated audits, by delving into the CMMC domains, levels of maturity, and practical approaches to building a CMMC governance program.…
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 »Preparing the Incurred Cost Submission
This course is intended to provide an overview of Incurred Cost Proposals, including the purpose, recommended format, requirements, rate structure considerations, allowability and allocability of cost, and current DCAA audit considerations. All sessions include the ability to ask questions regarding specific concerns or challenges participants are experiencing. Dates & Topics All Sessions take place from 1:00pm to 4:00 pm (ET). April 13: Introduction Incurred Cost Proposal Overview What is the Purpose and Origin? When is it Required? Understanding the Requirements…
Find out more »Section 889 in 2021
Section 889 of the FY2019 National Defense Authorization Act has been seen as a significant change to Federal procurement and financial assistance, and it impacts every contractor and Federal award recipient working with the federal Government. Known as the Prohibition on Certain Telecommunications and Video Surveillance Services or Equipment, contractors are prohibited from selling or using certain Chinese-made telecommunications equipment or services, while recipients are restricted from using loan or grant funds to obtain covered telecommunications equipment or services. This…
Find out more »Managing Government Property
(October 28, November 4, 11, 18, all sessions 2:00pm-3:30pm) Concentrated training on the requirements for managing Government owned property (acquired property and furnished property) to ensure contractor and Government personnel will effectively manage the Property lifecycle per regulations and contractual requirements. This training will also include key points that will assist in resolving Property Management business system issues prior to occurrence. Includes point-by-point training on: Authority. Including allowability, allocability, and reasonableness Types of Government Property Item Unique Identification and other…
Find out more »Preparing the Incurred Cost Submission
This course is intended to provide an overview of Incurred Cost Proposals, including the purpose, recommended format, requirements, rate structure considerations, allowability and allocability of cost, and current DCAA audit considerations. All sessions include the ability to ask questions regarding specific concerns or challenges participants are experiencing. Dates & Topics All Sessions take place from 1:00pm to 4:00 pm (ET). April 13: Introduction Incurred Cost Proposal Overview What is the Purpose and Origin? When is it Required? Understanding the Requirements…
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: Developments in Cost and Pricing Issues: A Year in Review
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 »Business Systems Series: EVMS & MMAS
Baker Tilly, the Public Contracting Institute, and George Mason University Continuing and Professional Education will present this business systems series addressing the requirements of the DFARS business systems rules. This series, valuable to both DOD and other Federal agency contractors alike, will provide important guidance for any contractor seeking to improve its internal business system compliance, perform system self-assessments, and will help contractors prepare for and respond to government audits. This series will address the six covered business systems and…
Find out more »Supply Chain Hot Topics: Best Practices in Executing Subcontracts, Teaming Agreements and Non-Disclosure Agreements
The past few years have placed a heavy focus on Supply Chain regulation and security. Due to the increased focus on American-made goods paired with foreign security-based worries, the rules surrounding a government contractor’s supply chain have grown more complex and are rapidly changing. Since the penalties for non-compliance can be severe, understanding these rules is critical for almost every contractor. Join George Mason University and the Public Contracting Institute as their expert instructors untangle the recent updates and cover…
Find out more »DoD Contracting Update: REVISITED – Changes in Contracting approaches due to DoD’s New Acquisition Framework
DoD’s acquisition framework has been a constantly changing approach over the last decades. The most recent major change was in January 2020 with the changeover to the Adaptive Acquisition Framework – beginning the process to address changes in technology complexity and the laws passed by Congress which exist to “keep the playing field level.” This new enabling framework significantly modifies the previous singular “one size fits all” acquisition programs into 6 acquisition “pathways” better recognizing sets of unique program needs.…
Find out more »Professor’s Forum with Ralph Nash and Tim Sullivan 2021: Protecting Proprietary Rights
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 »Managing Government Property
(October 28, November 4, 11, 18, all sessions 2:00pm-3:30pm) Concentrated training on the requirements for managing Government owned property (acquired property and furnished property) to ensure contractor and Government personnel will effectively manage the Property lifecycle per regulations and contractual requirements. This training will also include key points that will assist in resolving Property Management business system issues prior to occurrence. Includes point-by-point training on: Authority. Including allowability, allocability, and reasonableness Types of Government Property Item Unique Identification and other…
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.
Find out more »May the Clause Be with You℠ Season 3: FAR 52.249-14
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 »Business Systems Series: Business System Administration & Recent Developments
Baker Tilly, the Public Contracting Institute, and George Mason University Continuing and Professional Education will present this business systems series addressing the requirements of the DFARS business systems rules. This series, valuable to both DOD and other Federal agency contractors alike, will provide important guidance for any contractor seeking to improve its internal business system compliance, perform system self-assessments, and will help contractors prepare for and respond to government audits. This series will address the six covered business systems and…
Find out more »Supply Chain Hot Topics: Latest Developments in Supply Chain Pricing and Cost Issues
The past few years have placed a heavy focus on Supply Chain regulation and security. Due to the increased focus on American-made goods paired with foreign security-based worries, the rules surrounding a government contractor’s supply chain have grown more complex and are rapidly changing. Since the penalties for non-compliance can be severe, understanding these rules is critical for almost every contractor. Join George Mason University and the Public Contracting Institute as their expert instructors untangle the recent updates and cover…
Find out more »DFUN with the DFARS℠ Season 5: DFARS 233, 249, 250
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 »Understanding and Protecting Technical Data Rights
This session will begin by setting a foundation of traditional intellectual property found in the commercial sector. We will shift our focus to Government Data Rights under both the FAR and DFARS, defining the different level of technical data rights and rights in software, and discussing the distinctions between the two. Next, we will discuss SBIR/STTR technical data rights both before and after May 2, 2019, as well as how commercial data rights are treated. Then we will focus on…
Find out more »Managing Government Property
(October 28, November 4, 11, 18, all sessions 2:00pm-3:30pm) Concentrated training on the requirements for managing Government owned property (acquired property and furnished property) to ensure contractor and Government personnel will effectively manage the Property lifecycle per regulations and contractual requirements. This training will also include key points that will assist in resolving Property Management business system issues prior to occurrence. Includes point-by-point training on: Authority. Including allowability, allocability, and reasonableness Types of Government Property Item Unique Identification and other…
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 »May the Clause Be with You℠ Season 3: DoD Assessment Requirements
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 Executive Briefing: Government Contracting Overview
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 »December 2021
Supply Chain Hot Topics: Data Rights throughout the Supply Chain
The past few years have placed a heavy focus on Supply Chain regulation and security. Due to the increased focus on American-made goods paired with foreign security-based worries, the rules surrounding a government contractor’s supply chain have grown more complex and are rapidly changing. Since the penalties for non-compliance can be severe, understanding these rules is critical for almost every contractor. Join George Mason University and the Public Contracting Institute as their expert instructors untangle the recent updates and cover…
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 »Contractor’s Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS)
When you are looking for a good contractor to do work on your house, you may likely go to Consumer Reports, Angie’s List, the Better Business Bureaus or other sites that post performance reviews and ratings generated by customers. If you see one or more reviews that are negative or indicate potential problems, how likely are you to select that company? Don’t you want the company with glowing reviews to perform the work? Of course, you do. But, how do…
Find out more »The PCI Green Room: Subcontracting
The PCI Green Room: Subcontracting Are you a prime contractor that works regularly with subcontractors? Do you work for the Government and need to know more about subcontracting requirements in government contracting? Or are you a subcontractor that just wants to know more about how you fit into the process? Get your subcontracting questions answered by experts in the field when you enter The PCI Green Room! Our session on subcontracting is on December 7, 2021 from 12:00-1:00 pm. Bring…
Find out more »PCI’s Executive Exchange: Subcontracts
Fee: FREE | Use Code NoCreditFree Need Credit? There is a $45 accreditation fee. Are you a prime contractor that works regularly with subcontractors? Do you work for the Government and need to know more about subcontracting requirements in government contracting? Or are you a subcontractor that just wants to know more about how you fit into the process? Get your subcontracting questions answered by experts in the field when you enter The PCI Green Room! Our session on subcontracting…
Find out more »Supply Chain Hot Topics: Domestic Sourcing and Domestic Manufacturing Requirements
The past few years have placed a heavy focus on Supply Chain regulation and security. Due to the increased focus on American-made goods paired with foreign security-based worries, the rules surrounding a government contractor’s supply chain have grown more complex and are rapidly changing. Since the penalties for non-compliance can be severe, understanding these rules is critical for almost every contractor. Join George Mason University and the Public Contracting Institute as their expert instructors untangle the recent updates and cover…
Find out more »Figuring Out FOIA: Understanding the Applicability of the Freedom of Information Act to Government Contracting
Government contractors may encounter the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) in a variety of different contexts. In one instance, a contractor's documents may be the subject of a FOIA request — perhaps from a reporter trying to learn more about a government program, or a competitor trying to learn more about the contractor's business. In another instance, a contractor may be the party submitting a FOIA request — perhaps in an attempt to learn more about an agency's award decision,…
Find out more »Subcontracting Plans
FAR Part 19 provides guidance relative to the requirements associated with Small Business Subcontracting Plans. If you are a large business and are required to develop plans and comply with them, there are many challenges associated with these this effort. In addition, you are subject to documentation (recordkeeping) requirements, outreach efforts, and reporting requirements. Finally, as with most Government requirements, your company will be subject to audits, in the form of Compliance Reviews. The purpose of this session is for…
Find out more »Contractor’s Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS)
When you are looking for a good contractor to do work on your house, you may likely go to Consumer Reports, Angie’s List, the Better Business Bureaus or other sites that post performance reviews and ratings generated by customers. If you see one or more reviews that are negative or indicate potential problems, how likely are you to select that company? Don’t you want the company with glowing reviews to perform the work? Of course, you do. But, how do…
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 »Subcontract Management
Effective subcontract management from needs assessment to closeout is process that is critical to the success of all world class prime contractors. However, some organization view subcontracting as a simple administrative task that necessary, but not valued. In today’s competitive landscape, those who think that way will not be competitive in the long run. The purpose of this webinar is to provide an overview of the subcontracting process. The presenter, Jeff White of J.A. White & Associates, Inc. will discuss…
Find out more »Supply Chain Hot Topics: Supply Chain Cybersecurity
The past few years have placed a heavy focus on Supply Chain regulation and security. Due to the increased focus on American-made goods paired with foreign security-based worries, the rules surrounding a government contractor’s supply chain have grown more complex and are rapidly changing. Since the penalties for non-compliance can be severe, understanding these rules is critical for almost every contractor. Join George Mason University and the Public Contracting Institute as their expert instructors untangle the recent updates and cover…
Find out more »DFUN with the DFARS℠ Season 5: DFARS 252.2, 253
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 »Contractor’s Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS)
When you are looking for a good contractor to do work on your house, you may likely go to Consumer Reports, Angie’s List, the Better Business Bureaus or other sites that post performance reviews and ratings generated by customers. If you see one or more reviews that are negative or indicate potential problems, how likely are you to select that company? Don’t you want the company with glowing reviews to perform the work? Of course, you do. But, how do…
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 »January 2022
Case of the Month 2022
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 »PCI’s Executive Exchange
The PCI Executive Exchange First Tuesday of the Month, 12:00-1:00pm Government Contracting laws and regulations are constantly changing; and they’re plenty complex to start with. Would it be helpful to have a group of experts constantly informing you of these important changes? Do you wish there was a resource answering common and unique questions on these complex rules? Do you think having a network of lawyers, accountants, industry, and government professionals frequently convening on zoom to discuss changes and interpretations…
Find out more »FUN with the FAR Season 9
26 Bi-Weekly* Sessions from January 5, 2022 to December 14, 2022 Covering 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 (FAR) is a complex set of rules governing the federal government's purchasing process. Its…
Find out more »Subcontracting Summit: Overview of Subcontracting and FAR Part 44
If you are perplexed by the twists and turns of subcontracting, the curve balls that prime contractors throw at you, and the challenges presented by your own subcontractors, we have just what you need! Join our instructors Cy Alba, Tim Sullivan, Bill Walter, as well as special guests, for PCI’s “Subcontracting Summit,” a series of nine 75-minute virtual webinars beginning in January. You and your colleagues are invited to participate as our experienced faculty explains virtually every aspect of the…
Find out more »Government Contracts Administration
Register: January 6, 13, 20, 12:00-1:30pm Register: December 1, 8, 15, 12:00-1:30pm Okay, the government has awarded you a contract. What happens now? Our popular Contract Administration training is now available virtually with live instruction over the course of 3 weeks/sessions. You can attend in person at PCI in Washington, DC or virtually from any computer. This course focuses on the major aspects of contract administration, and the working relationship between the government and the contractor. We will address the rules governing…
Find out more »Government Contracts Update Series
Stay Current on Federal Contracting Changes & Developments Welcome to PCI’s NEW virtual class series covering important regulatory and legislative updates in government contracting to be held three times annually. During each session, PCI will provide you an update outlining the changes, and your instructors Paul Pompeo, Arnold & Porter, Robin Schulze, Ernst & Young, and special guests, will provide analysis on the impact that these changes will have on you. Join us for an interactive discussion on the latest…
Find out more »Financial Forum 2022: Principles of Fiscal Law and Government Contracts
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. Each registration allows for one person to log in. Your team members can join you in…
Find out more »Nash & Gray: Demystifying Intellectual Property/Data Rights in Government Contracts Virtual Class Series 2022
The Nash & Gray 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. Second Tuesday of the Month 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm (ET) Click here for the full series registration! January 11: Basic Principles Governing IP in Government Contracts; Government Use of Technology to Which is…
Find out more »May the Clause Be With You Season 4
2022 Annual Subscription includes 23 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 50-60 minute webinars. Some of those clauses in particular, those set forth in FAR PART 52, without doubt establish a critical foundation in every Federal Government Contract. You…
Find out more »Understanding Proposal Evaluations 2022 Webinar Series: Technical and Management Evaluations
This Understanding the Proposal Evaluation Process Series is for both contractors and agencies who want, or need, to have a better understanding of the proposal evaluation process. Each virtual class in the series will examine one common evaluation factor. Each topic has been selected because it is often a significant, possibly deciding, factor in the ultimate award decision of many federal contract awards. With each virtual class, our expert will seek to answer two questions about the discussed evaluation factor.…
Find out more »Government Contracts Administration
Register: January 6, 13, 20, 12:00-1:30pm Register: December 1, 8, 15, 12:00-1:30pm Okay, the government has awarded you a contract. What happens now? Our popular Contract Administration training is now available virtually with live instruction over the course of 3 weeks/sessions. You can attend in person at PCI in Washington, DC or virtually from any computer. This course focuses on the major aspects of contract administration, and the working relationship between the government and the contractor. We will address the rules governing…
Find out more »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 »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 »FUN with the FAR Season 9
26 Bi-Weekly* Sessions from January 5, 2022 to December 14, 2022 Covering 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 (FAR) is a complex set of rules governing the federal government's purchasing process. Its…
Find out more »Supply Chain Symposium Webinar Series 2022
PCI and Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman will collaborate again in 2022 to present the eighth 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 tier of subcontractors. Each registration allows for one person to log in. Your team members can join you in a conference room for no additional…
Find out more »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 »Small Business Contracting 2022: Small Business Overview
This 5-part series covers the various issues pertaining to Small Business Contracting and Subcontracting Programs implemented through the Federal procurement process. It covers the complex rules that apply when a Federal procurement is set-aside, in whole or in part, for small business; when a large contractor subcontracts with small business; and when a small business prime contractor needs to subcontract work to be able to perform a U.S. Government contract set-aside. The series also covers the unique requirements for compliance…
Find out more »Government Contracts Administration
Register: January 6, 13, 20, 12:00-1:30pm Register: December 1, 8, 15, 12:00-1:30pm Okay, the government has awarded you a contract. What happens now? Our popular Contract Administration training is now available virtually with live instruction over the course of 3 weeks/sessions. You can attend in person at PCI in Washington, DC or virtually from any computer. This course focuses on the major aspects of contract administration, and the working relationship between the government and the contractor. We will address the rules governing…
Find out more »Government Contacting Master’s Academy
The Masters Academy is designed to provide an exceptional learning experience. Each day, various experts share their insights into the leading practices of government contracting. Over the course of five days, you will have the unique opportunity to learn the lessons experts have culled during their careers in government contracting. This program is not intended to cover the basics or each topic in its entirety. Instead, the Masters Academy is intended as an advanced course focusing on leading practices.
Find out more »Government Contacting Master’s Academy
The Masters Academy is designed to provide an exceptional learning experience. Each day, various experts share their insights into the leading practices of government contracting. Over the course of five days, you will have the unique opportunity to learn the lessons experts have culled during their careers in government contracting. This program is not intended to cover the basics or each topic in its entirety. Instead, the Masters Academy is intended as an advanced course focusing on leading practices.
Find out more »Government Contacting Master’s Academy
The Masters Academy is designed to provide an exceptional learning experience. Each day, various experts share their insights into the leading practices of government contracting. Over the course of five days, you will have the unique opportunity to learn the lessons experts have culled during their careers in government contracting. This program is not intended to cover the basics or each topic in its entirety. Instead, the Masters Academy is intended as an advanced course focusing on leading practices.
Find out more »May the Clause Be With You Season 4
2022 Annual Subscription includes 23 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 50-60 minute webinars. Some of those clauses in particular, those set forth in FAR PART 52, without doubt establish a critical foundation in every Federal Government Contract. You…
Find out more »Understanding Proposal Evaluations 2022 Webinar Series: Price Evaluations
This Understanding the Proposal Evaluation Process Series is for both contractors and agencies who want, or need, to have a better understanding of the proposal evaluation process. Each virtual class in the series will examine one common evaluation factor. Each topic has been selected because it is often a significant, possibly deciding, factor in the ultimate award decision of many federal contract awards. With each virtual class, our expert will seek to answer two questions about the discussed evaluation factor.…
Find out more »Government Contacting Master’s Academy
The Masters Academy is designed to provide an exceptional learning experience. Each day, various experts share their insights into the leading practices of government contracting. Over the course of five days, you will have the unique opportunity to learn the lessons experts have culled during their careers in government contracting. This program is not intended to cover the basics or each topic in its entirety. Instead, the Masters Academy is intended as an advanced course focusing on leading practices.
Find out more »Government Contacting Master’s Academy
The Masters Academy is designed to provide an exceptional learning experience. Each day, various experts share their insights into the leading practices of government contracting. Over the course of five days, you will have the unique opportunity to learn the lessons experts have culled during their careers in government contracting. This program is not intended to cover the basics or each topic in its entirety. Instead, the Masters Academy is intended as an advanced course focusing on leading practices.
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Government Contacting Master’s Academy
The Masters Academy is designed to provide an exceptional learning experience. Each day, various experts share their insights into the leading practices of government contracting. Over the course of five days, you will have the unique opportunity to learn the lessons experts have culled during their careers in government contracting. This program is not intended to cover the basics or each topic in its entirety. Instead, the Masters Academy is intended as an advanced course focusing on leading practices.
Find out more »Case of the Month 2022
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 »FUN with the FAR Season 9
26 Bi-Weekly* Sessions from January 5, 2022 to December 14, 2022 Covering 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 (FAR) is a complex set of rules governing the federal government's purchasing process. Its…
Find out more »Subcontracting Summit: Joint Ventures and Teaming Agreements
If you are perplexed by the twists and turns of subcontracting, the curve balls that prime contractors throw at you, and the challenges presented by your own subcontractors, we have just what you need! Join our instructors Cy Alba, Tim Sullivan, Bill Walter, as well as special guests, for PCI’s “Subcontracting Summit,” a series of nine 75-minute virtual webinars beginning in January. You and your colleagues are invited to participate as our experienced faculty explains virtually every aspect of the…
Find out more »Government Contacting Master’s Academy
The Masters Academy is designed to provide an exceptional learning experience. Each day, various experts share their insights into the leading practices of government contracting. Over the course of five days, you will have the unique opportunity to learn the lessons experts have culled during their careers in government contracting. This program is not intended to cover the basics or each topic in its entirety. Instead, the Masters Academy is intended as an advanced course focusing on leading practices.
Find out more »Dave Drabkin’s Hot Topics 2022
Click here for the full series! First Thursday of the Month 12:00pm – 1:30pm ET February 03 – March 03 – April 07 – May 05 – June 02 – September 01 – October 06 –
Find out more »Government Contacting Master’s Academy
The Masters Academy is designed to provide an exceptional learning experience. Each day, various experts share their insights into the leading practices of government contracting. Over the course of five days, you will have the unique opportunity to learn the lessons experts have culled during their careers in government contracting. This program is not intended to cover the basics or each topic in its entirety. Instead, the Masters Academy is intended as an advanced course focusing on leading practices.
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 »PCI’s Executive Exchange
The PCI Executive Exchange First Tuesday of the Month, 12:00-1:00pm Government Contracting laws and regulations are constantly changing; and they’re plenty complex to start with. Would it be helpful to have a group of experts constantly informing you of these important changes? Do you wish there was a resource answering common and unique questions on these complex rules? Do you think having a network of lawyers, accountants, industry, and government professionals frequently convening on zoom to discuss changes and interpretations…
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 »Financial Forum 2022: Contract Types and Bid Protests
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. Each registration allows for one person to log in. Your team members can join you in…
Find out more »Nash & Gray: Demystifying Intellectual Property/Data Rights in Government Contracts Virtual Class Series 2022
The Nash & Gray 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. Second Tuesday of the Month 2:00 pm – 3:30 pm (ET) Click here for the full series registration! January 11: Basic Principles Governing IP in Government Contracts; Government Use of Technology to Which is…
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 4
2022 Annual Subscription includes 23 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 50-60 minute webinars. Some of those clauses in particular, those set forth in FAR PART 52, without doubt establish a critical foundation in every Federal Government Contract. You…
Find out more »Understanding Proposal Evaluations 2022 Webinar Series: Past Performance Evaluations
This Understanding the Proposal Evaluation Process Series is for both contractors and agencies who want, or need, to have a better understanding of the proposal evaluation process. Each virtual class in the series will examine one common evaluation factor. Each topic has been selected because it is often a significant, possibly deciding, factor in the ultimate award decision of many federal contract awards. With each virtual class, our expert will seek to answer two questions about the discussed evaluation factor.…
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 »Incurred Cost Submission
Dates Available: February 10, 17, 24, 12:00pm-3:00pm June 28 - 30, 12:00pm-3:00pm October 13, 20, 27, 12:00pm-3:00pm This course is intended to provide an overview of Incurred Cost Proposals, including the purpose, recommended format, requirements, rate structure considerations, allowability and allocability of cost, and current DCAA audit considerations. All sessions include the ability to ask questions regarding specific concerns or challenges participants are experiencing. Dates & Topics All Sessions take place from 12:00pm to 3:00 pm (ET). Introduction Incurred Cost…
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 »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).
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