This session will focus on the process of properly pricing your proposal including the identification of direct costs and the development of an indirect cost allocation methodology that ensures compliance with the FAR and CAS and seeks to maximize cost absorption and recovery through your Grants and Contracts vehicles. We will discuss Indirect Rate lifecycle including, Negotiated Indirect Rate Cost Agreements (NICRA), Forward Pricing Rates (FPR), Provisional Billing Rates (PBR) and Final Indirect Rate Agreements. Learning Objectives: At the end of this webinar you will have learned about:  Negotiated Indirect Rate Cost Agreements (NICRA)  Forward Pricing Rates (FPR)  Provisional Billing Rates (PBR) and Final Indirect Rate Agreements

In this session we will provide attendees with an overview of the regulatory environment challenges facing Life Science companies performing Grant and Contract work in the Federal Marketplace. We will discuss various regulatory requirements including the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), agency-specific supplements to the FAR such as the DFARs and the HHSARs, and the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS). Learning Objectives: At the end of this webinar you will have learned  FAR requirements  DFARs and HHSARs requirements  CAS requirements

In federal procurements, the solicitation is the rule book. Before you submit your bid or proposal, however, you have a limited opportunity to shape the rules to increase your likelihood of receiving award. Through pre-proposal questions and other communications, you can improve the solicitation to enhance your chances of receiving award. If the solicitation precludes you from providing your most competitive proposal, you can also consider a pre-award protest at the agency, GAO, or Court of Federal Claims. This webinar will address what communications are permitted before the bid or proposal due date and how to effectively use this opportunity and potential protest options at the agency, GAO, or Court of Federal Claims. Based on extensive practical experience and recent caselaw, this webinar will provide guidance to help contractors successfully navigate the pre-proposal process. Learning Objectives: By the end of this webinar, attendees will be able to recognize unique features of the federal government pre-award process, including the scope of allowed communications, addressing potential past performance issues, organizational conflicts of interest, and other requirements in advance of proposal submission, and, the process for pre- award protests. The webinar will include discussion of lessons learned from years of experience representing clients in these areas.

Session One will focus on establishing the roadmap to obtaining Federal grants and contract dollars through the various Federal Agencies dedicated to improving the health, safety, and well-being of America and deterring strategic attacks and preventing, reducing, and countering emerging public health threats. The first session will preview the web series and establish the foundation for the following 2 sessions, where we delve into greater detail and provide perspective on some of the most often raised compliance challenges. Learning Objectives: At the end of this webinar you will have learned how to establish a roadmap to obtaining Federal grants dedicated to improving health

Is your current indirect cost allocation strategy right for your organization? One of the major benefits afforded by the implementation of Uniform Guidance is the ability for award recipients to negotiate indirect cost rates with the federal government. Unfortunately, many organizations still have not taken full advantage of this benefit. We live in a time where Federal budgets are shrinking and indirect rates are under increased scrutiny. It has never been more important for award recipients to ensure they are efficiently recovering their fair share of administrative costs on Federal awards. If "Set-It-And-Forget-It" is your organization's current strategy for indirect cost recovery this session is for you! In this session, we will examine the updates to the De Minimis rate, the Appendices to 2 CFR 200, and learn how to utilize these changes to optimize your organization's current cost recovery practices. Learning Objectives:  Benefits of having a Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement  How to leverage your rates once approved  Best Practices for evaluating your indirect cost recovery practices  Updates to Uniform Guidance

In this session, we will dive into the post-award administrative topics that can pose the largest amount of risk to even the most seasoned award recipients. Unfortunately, the Uniform Guidance regulation is great at telling organizations `what' they must do when performing under Federal awards, however, they do not always tell organizations `how' to establish compliant practices and processes that will fulfill the expectations of Federal agencies. During this session, we will address key administrative requirements and the associated best practices for award administration. Learning Objectives:  Understanding the revisions to post-award administrative requirements necessary for the successful and compliant execution of your Federal awards. This session will cover the areas of: o Timekeeping o Procurement o Subrecipient Monitoring o Post-closeout adjustments & continuing responsibilities

Uniform Guidance isn't uniform and it is vital that Federal award administrators understand how to navigate the regulatory framework that covers Federal grants and cooperative agreements (i.e., Federal financial assistance). During this session, we will provide participants with an overview of OMB's regulatory framework (i.e., "Uniform Guidance"), discuss the agency supplemental regulations, review the history and applicability of the Federal award regulatory requirements, and provide an initial introduction to OMB's 2024 revisions to Uniform Guidance. Learning Objectives:  Understanding the regulatory framework governing Federal financial assistance  Exploring the Cost Principles governing the allowability, allocability, and reasonableness of costs incurred under our Federal programs  Introduction to OMB's 2024 revisions to Uniform Guidance

2 CFR 200 Uniform Grants Guidance governs the administration of awards of federal financial assistance. Organizations operating under such awards are required to meet certain financial, accounting, and compliance requirements applicable to those federal funds even when they are embedded in state or local grants. Join us to learn how to navigate these requirements, and if you're already familiar with 2 CFR 200 Uniform Guidance, learn about the updates to those requirements that go into effect on October 1st. Designed for government contractors, nonprofits, and educational entity representatives in the areas of finance as well as legal and risk management professionals, this webinar will cover:  Overview of 2 CFR 200 requirements and October 1 updates  Audit Readiness  Common pitfalls  Compliance and reporting best practices

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In this session, we will dive into the Post-Award activities necessary to successfully execute and comply with "won" opportunities. From overall compliance to the organizational impacts of new terms and conditions, our team will identify the challenges ahead. Challenges are common, understanding and preparing ahead will ensure your organization has a smooth transition into execution and compliance while adding value and providing quality services to the US taxpayers. Learning Objectives:  Understand Post-Award activities necessary to successfully execute and comply with "won" opportunities.  Understand common challenges faced when complying with conditional contract requirements  Identify best practices and preparation advantages to ensure a smooth transition