Public Classroom

May 5-7, 2025

Basics of Government Contracting

Federal Publications Seminars (FPS) presents a fundamental course - an in-depth study of the entire federal government contract procurement process with emphasis on the practical, and the keys to success in today's contract world. The course will provide a strong foundation on which to build greater subject-matter expertise. This is also for more experienced professionals who will gain a freshened understanding and heightened awareness of issues, and improved ability to operate successfully in the ever-changing world of government contracting.

Offered In-House

Public Classroom

May 5-6, 2025

Cost Allowability

A practical, informative two-day program focusing on cost allowability, allocability, and reasonableness under the FAR.

Offered In-House

Public Classroom

May 5-6, 2025

FAR Workshop

Two concentrated days on understanding and using FAR in your daily contracting activities. Taught by deeply experienced industry experts, students will develop and refine the skills necessary to apply the FAR to virtually any acquisition situation.

Offered In-House

Public Classroom

May 5-6, 2025

Government Contract Accounting

A special two-day program on accounting principles, accounting systems, and cost principles as they relate to procurement activities with the federal government.

Offered In-House

Public Classroom

May 5-6, 2025

Subcontractor 360 Workshop

Through interactive sessions, expert-led discussions, and collaborative problem-solving exercises, attendees gain insights into essential aspects of subcontracting, such as negotiation, risk management, compliance, and performance optimization. This workshop equips participants with practical tools and strategies to refine their subcontracting processes, driving efficient and profitable outcomes.

Offered In-House

Public Classroom

May 5-6, 2025

The Government Contract Intellectual Property Workshop

This course examines IP rights under government contracts and issues facing Government Contractors and Government Agencies.

Offered In-House

Public Classroom

May 6, 2025

Government Contract Oversight - Audits, Reviews and Investigations

This one-day fast-paced seminar provides new as well as existing government contractors with a fundamental understanding of contract oversight including audits and other reviews which test a contractor for compliance with solicitation clauses or contract clauses. This concentrated will link compliance with timing, pre-award versus post-award, as well connecting compliance with the various government agencies and in some cases private (non-government) firms with oversight/audit roles and responsibilities.

Offered In-House

Public Classroom

May 6, 2025

Negotiating Skills for Government Contractors

Negotiations are important to winning government contracts - and to win it so as both sides have a mutual benefit and a good working relationship after the award. This course covers the specifics of negotiating contracts and subcontract provisions, prices and claims including teaming agreements, subcontract agreements, new/contingent hiring, and terms & conditions. During this 1-day course, you will learn the when and why to negotiate as well as basic concepts. You will learn what can be negotiated and the key steps to planning, so that everyone understands the objectives to the negotiations.

Offered In-House

Public Classroom

May 7-9, 2025

Cost Accounting Standards

A comprehensive course in Government contract requirements with key instruction by specialists in accounting and law.

Offered In-House

Public Classroom

May 7-8, 2025

Cost and Price Analysis in Government Contracts

Effective, immediate actionable information on contract pricing techniques for contractor and government personnel involved in contract or subcontract pricing.

Offered In-House