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Federal Contracting Basics (CON 110)

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Find solutions to common problems
Locate, understand and implement the rules of contracting
Identify important sources of marketing information
Use the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) as a primary resource document
Utilize the keys to successful contract administration

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Undergraduate 2 credit hours

Course CPE

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28.0

Course CEUs

2.8

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As a contracting professional — either new to procurement or with years of experience — your skills and knowledge directly contribute to the success and growth of your organization and to the development of your career. By attending, Federal Contracting Basics, you’ll receive the proven tools and guidance you need to fulfill your key responsibilities and to contribute to the success of the contracting projects in which you are involved.

Federal Contracting Basics is an intensive, five-day introduction to government contracting, giving you the information you need to understand procurement from start to finish — from acquisition planning through contract closeout. You’ll analyze key issues fully and receive a clear understanding of their practical application to your everyday job responsibilities. You’ll learn how federal contracting really works, how to find solutions to common problems, how to understand the content of key contract documents and how the regulatory environment impacts business decisions. All of this will be accomplished through dynamic lectures, case studies and interactive exercises.

In addition, you’ll receive a copy of the FAR for permanent reference. You will use your copy of the FAR extensively throughout the course as you research a wide range of topics. You will learn how the FAR is structured, maintained and updated so that you will be able to use it to your full advantage in your ongoing development as a contracting professional.

Reminder: Participants taking this course should not take Contract Management Principles and Practices.

DAWIA/FAC-C Equivalency:
CON 110 DAWIA and FAC-C Level 1

Introduction to the Federal Marketplace

Contracting statistics — who buys what and how much
Differences between federal and commercial purchasing
Sources of information

Contracting: Roles and Responsibilities

Contracting authority
The Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP)
Agency heads
Heads of contracting activities
Contracting officers
Contracting officers’ representatives
Agency program personnel

Introduction to the FAR

Federal statutes
The FAR
Agency FAR supplements
Other regulations and policy and procedure documents
Government Accountability Office
Structure and content
Rules vs. guidance
Deviations
Revisions — Federal Acquisition Circulars
Basic research strategies — how to find the rules
Understanding the impact of agency culture on rule application

Overview of the Federal Contracting Process

Acquisition planning phase
Solicitation/offer/evaluation phase
Contract award phase
Contract administration phase

Key Contracting Policies

Acquisition of commercial items
Competition in contracting
Standards of conduct
Socioeconomic policies

Acquisition Planning

Identifying agency needs
Researching the market and specifying requirements
Obtaining program approval and funding
Analyzing risk and type of contract
Developing contract terms and conditions
Mandatory sources
Publicizing requirements

Contract Structure and Content

The uniform contract format
Other contract formats
Solicitation provisions
Contract clauses
Contract forms
Other forms

Contract Formation Policies and Processes

Methods of contract formation
Simplified procedures
Sealed bidding
Competitive negotiations
Award protests
Contract pricing
Price/cost analysis
Cost or pricing data requirements
Adequate price competition
Prices set by law or regulation
Cost allowability

Contract Administration Policies and Processes

Contract quality assurance
Contract modifications and changes
Contract financing and payments
Claims, disputes and appeals
Contract terminations

"Excellent opportunity for both government and contractor personnel to interact in a relaxed atmosphere and relate to problems in the solicitation, award and postaward periods of government contracts."

Marlene Siddoris, Admin. Technical Specialist IV
NSWC

"I absolutely recommend this class! This course cleared away a lot of the mystery associated with FAR. I feel more at ease with the knowledge that I have gained through this class."

Dawn Meline, Contracts Representative
SAIC

"This was a great experience for someone like myself who was already familiar with these concepts, but wanted a better foundation. Excellent examples and real world knowledge! Found this very useful and entertaining."

Patrick Moores, Procurement Professional
Mantech Intl.

"I'm very new to government contracting and feel as if I'm leaving this class with wealth of knowledge that will help me do my job better. I'm thrilled to have a current copy of the FAR as well as numerous case studies for reference. Kathleen was an excellent instructor. She not only covered the material, but she also provided practical situations and examples that clearly helped me understand the materials and topics."

Tracy Baughman, Buyer/Cost Analyst
Advanced Systems Development

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