In this one-hour virtual session, participants will gain insights into emerging trends and recent legislative changes reshaping the federal contracting and subcontracting landscape. We will explore the relevance of DOGE, break down the implications of the FoRGED Act, and highlight key updates to federal compliance standards. Finally, participants will learn proven strategies for streamlining acquisition processes and staying ahead of evolving requirements. This course will equip you with the knowledge and identify tools to help you navigate this new era of federal procurement.

In today's rapidly evolving regulatory environment, subcontract compliance is more than a back-office function-it's a critical driver of operational success and audit readiness. The Compliance Catalyst webinar equips procurement and subcontract professionals with the knowledge and tools to streamline compliance efforts through automation and smart workflows. Participants will explore how automation can reduce risk, improve accuracy, and increase efficiency across key compliance touchpoints, including flow-down clause management, file documentation, supplier certifications, and reporting requirements. The course will also introduce practical tools and digital solutions that simplify day-to-day compliance tasks while enhancing audit trail integrity. Whether you're preparing for a CPSR, modernizing your subcontracting process, or simply seeking smarter ways to ensure compliance, this course will serve as a launchpad for practical transformation. Key Topics Include:  Fundamentals of subcontract compliance and key regulatory drivers (FAR, DFARS, CPSR)  Identifying high-risk areas for automation (flow-downs, reps & certs, memos, etc.)  Leveraging digital tools for document control and file integrity  Developing automated compliance checklists and dashboards  Real-world case studies: before and after automation  Creating a roadmap for compliance process improvement

A negotiated contract (or procurement) allows the government to select a contractor based on criteria other than solely a formal price competition. The FAR provides guidance for conducting these types of procurements and the contract types that can be used by both the federal government and its contractors (e.g. fixed price, incentive, or cost-reimbursement). In this session, learn how these types of contracts can be both a challenge and an opportunity for contractors and about the extra steps necessary to justify the proposed price. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Differentiate between cost and price analysis and understand the appropriate times to apply each method;  Define cost or pricing data, certified cost or pricing data, and data other than cost or pricing data;  Understand defective pricing and how to prevent it; and  Utilize the six-step process to develop a compliance process that fits the needs of your firm.

Join Federal Publications Seminars and Capital Edge Consulting for our ninth year of Procurement University--a comprehensive 9-part series of online classes covering the critical elements of accounting and pricing of Federal Government contracts.

After years of speculation and rulemaking, CMMC is now the reality for nearly every company that works with the Department of Defense (DoD). The rule is complex, and the timeline is tight: many primes are already enforcing adherence to CMMC standards even before the requirement is officially in contracts in 2025, meaning subcontractors may be subject to an accelerated pace for compliance in order to preserve their business. Every company must have a clear understanding of what is required to ensure a successful assessment and CMMC compliance; will your company be ready? Join Bill Wootton, Chief Revenue Officer at C3 Integrated Solutions, break down the individual steps required to go from ground zero to a successful assessment, including strategy development, tech deployment and ongoing management. In addition, attendees will also learn how to manage ongoing CMMC compliance to ensure business continuity as technology - and the rule - changes in the future. Attendees will learn (learning objectives): 1. Best practices for building a CMMC strategy 2. How to determine your technology needs and deploy the right platform(s). 3. Best practices for managing technology in a changing compliance landscape 4. Key components of security monitoring 5. How to plan for ongoing compliance management

FAR Part 12 regulates commercial item acquisition. Selling a commercial item to the Federal Government sounds easy right? Wrong. The Federal Government wants to make sure it is getting a fair and reasonable price and ensure it is a commercially available item. This session will cover what determines an item or service to be commercial and how to effectively support price reasonableness. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Identify commercial items and commercially available off-the-shelf (COTS) items;  Determine how to classify an item as commercial and document commercial items with an adequate commercial item determination (CID);  Support price reasonableness with the appropriate method of analysis (price or cost); and  Understand the DCMA Commercial Item Group's role in the federal acquisition process.

In this session, we will discuss Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) including both full and modified CAS coverage. You will learn about each of the standards, applicability, exemptions, and CAS administration issues such as changes to cost accounting practices. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Understand the purpose of Cost Accounting Standards (CAS);  Identify the specified exemptions to CAS;  Analyze whether or not a contract is subject to CAS based on contract clauses and thresholds and if covered, whether modified or full coverage is required; and  Have a basic understanding of the cost accounting practice changes.

In this session, we will focus on the CAS administration requirements for reporting and documenting the cost impacts of changes to cost accounting practices. To do this, we will take a deeper look into the Disclosure Statement, including its components, applicability, and the process necessary when changes in accounting practice require a disclosure statement revision. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Understand how and when to file a Disclosure Statement;  Possess a general understanding of the components of a Disclosure Statement (Parts I to VIII);  Identify a cost accounting practice change; and  Understand the criteria required for an adequate Disclosure Statement.

Hear updates from compliance, legal, and cybersecurity professional who specialize in the GovCon marketplace. From pre-award and administration to audits, get the information you need to prepare your business better to win, execute, and deliver goods or services to the federal government. Discussions will include compliance challenges for small and medium-sized businesses; a refresher on legal best practices and any updates on caselaw or implementation that will affect your business; and both current state and looking forward cyber requirements. Check back frequently for an updated agenda.

Indirect Costs refer to the cost associated with running the business and supporting direct projects, but cannot themselves be defined as direct costs (e.g. finance, legal, facilities, IT, fringe benefits). The Federal Government allows for reimbursement of these costs and contractors have flexibility in how their indirect costs are structured and applied to direct contract costs. Throughout the contract life cycle and fiscal year, there are several types of indirect rate calculations used. In this program, you will learn about indirect rate structures, the Forward Pricing Rate Proposal (FPRP), DCAA's FPRP Checklist, billing rates and the final indirect cost rate proposal process. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Differentiate between direct and indirect costs using real examples;  Define two-tier and three-tier rate structures;  Identify three types of G&A allocation bases;  Understand the Forward Pricing Rate Agreement process; and  Determine when an Incurred Cost Proposal (ICS) is appropriate and how it is utilized.