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Overview
Students will gain a practical understanding of these areas so they can comply with the complex requirements of these FAR Parts and avoid pitfalls by anticipating and resolving potential problems. We will start with an analysis and explanation of the FAR Parts listed above and follow with a review of key sections of the corresponding clauses. This coverage will be augmented by case studies and a review of actual contract documents that we will use as the foundation for further class discussions. The objectives of this class are to ensure that students develop a comprehensive knowledge of what the rules are, what they mean, why they were issued and how they can be applied to maximum advantage.

In addition, we will cover the most important, and sometimes controversial, FAR changes and explain their likely impacts on your participation in the federal contracting process.

The Advanced FAR Workshop provides an in-depth analysis of the most important parts of the FAR. In this two-day class, we will focus on those FAR Parts that tend to generate the most issues and questions, specifically:
  • The classification of workers
  • Intellectual Property
  • Small Business Contracting
  • The Buy American Act and the Trade Agreements Act
  • Ethics, Conflicts of Interest and Organizational Conflicts of Interest
  • GSA Contracting
  • Subcontracting Issues, Flowdowns and Purchasing System Reviews
  • Novation Agreements
  • Terminations of Contracts
Who should attend:
Government Contractors, Contract Administrators, Procurement/Acquisition professionals, Finance, Accounting and Cost Professionals, Proposal Specialists and anyone with a desire to learn.

Learning Objectives:
After completing this course, you will be able to:
  • Apply FAR Clauses to Contracts
  • Determine worker classifications based on FAR and supplements
  • Correctly use applicable forms for acquisition
  • Develop tactics to protect intellectual property 
  • Determine applicability around small business set asides
  • Research and mitigate conflicts of interest 
  • Create a strategy for contract terminations 
  • Develop procedures for contract flowdown clauses
  • Effectively work with subcontractors 
Prerequisite:
Should have at least six months of contract experience, have taken the FAR Workshop or another basic FAR course before this course.
Dates/Locations
March 20-21, 2025
The Westin Tampa Waterside
Tampa, FL, United States
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April 10-11, 2025
Executive Conference Training Center
Sterling, VA, United States
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May 8-9, 2025
Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine
La Jolla, CA, United States
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June 5-6, 2025
American Management Association
Arlington, VA, United States
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Jul 31 - Aug 01, 2025
The Westin Hilton Head Island
Hilton Head Island, SC, United States
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September 18-19, 2025
Planet Hollywood
Las Vegas, NV, United States
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October 30-31, 2025
The Westin Tysons Corner
Advanced FAR Workshop, VA, United States
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November 6-7, 2025
Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine (November)
La Jolla, CA
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December 18-19, 2025
American Management Association
Arlington, VA, United States
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Agenda
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
La Jolla, Hilton Head and Las Vegas September Weeklong Conference Locations
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Tampa, FL
8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
San Diego Week (November)
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Arlington, VA and Tysons Corner, VA
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
All Other Locations
ADVANCED FAR WORKSHOP AGENDA
 
Day 1
Morning
9:00am -12:00pm
- Ethics, Conflicts of Interest and Organizational Conflicts of Interest
- GSA Contracting
Lunch
12:00 – 1:00pm
 
Afternoon                                                                    
1:00 – 4:00pm
- Small Business Contracting
- The Buy American Act and the Trade Agreements Act
 
Day 2
Morning
9:00am -12:00pm
- Intellectual Property
- Subcontracting Issues, Flowdowns 
 
Lunch
12:00 – 1:00pm
 
Afternoon
1:00 – 4:00pm
- Purchasing System Reviews
- Novation Agreements
Experts
  • Steven Tomanelli
    J.D., LL.M.
    Steven N. Tomanelli is the owner of Steven N. Tomanelli & Associates and is an attorney specializing in government contract law in the Washington DC area. Steven N. Tomanelli & Associates provide legal services, training and consulting services in all aspects of government contracting and fe...
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Accreditation
See Individual Courses For Available Credits
Certificates of Completion are provided to all seminar participants who attend Federal Publications Seminars courses following the event, upon request.
CPE: Continuing Professional Education
Field of Study: Specialized Knowledge
Delivery Method: Group-Live Classroom
Federal Publications Seminars is affiliated with West Professional Development and is registered with the National Association of State Boards of Accountancy (NASBA) as a sponsor of continuing professional education on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. State boards of accountancy have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit. Complaints regarding registered sponsors may be submitted to the National Registry of CPE Sponsors through its website: www.nasbaregistry.org.
For more information regarding administrative policies such as refunds, cancellations and complaints, please contact Federal Publications Seminars at 888.494.3696.
CPE Hours
This program is eligible for: 13.0 (CPE) hours of credit
Program Level: Advanced
Program Prerequisite: None
Advance Preparation: None
Method: Group-Live
CLP: Continuous Learning Points
Approved for CLP by Defense Acquisition University
Defense Acquisition Workforce members must acquire 80 Continuous Learning Points (CLP) every two years from the date of entry into the acquisition workforce for as long as the member remains in an acquisition position per DoD Instruction 5000.66. We will provide you with documentation of points awarded for completing the event.
CLP Hours
This program is eligible for: 11.0 (CLP) hours of credit
CLE: Continuing Legal Education
States have widely varying regulations regarding MCLE credit. LegalEdcenter is an approved provider in AL, AK, AR, CA, GA, IL, ME, MO, MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, VI, VT, WA, WI, and WV. Credit may be applied for in other jurisdictions on request and in accordance with state MCLE rules.
Please note that because some states are changing their policy on CLE reporting, you will need to fill out the request for credit from Federal Publications Seminars within 10 business days, or we may not be able to issue credits for the program.
CLE Hours
This program is eligible for: 11.0 (60 minutes), (50 minutes)
Travel
American Management Association
2345 Crystal Drive, Second Floor
Arlington, VA, 22202
5714812208
Hotel & Room Block Info

Federal Publications Seminars doesn’t have a room block for this location. AMA does not arrange hotel accommodation. However, AMA has negotiated preferred rates at the following hotels based upon availability. Be sure to mention that you are an AMA conference attendee to secure your reservation and preferred rates. Contact the hotels below directly. Note: that we recommend that reservations be made early, as the number of rooms at preferred rates is limited.

Hyatt Regency Crystal City
Click here to reserve using the AMA preferred rate. For AMA’s preferred rate enter corporate code 00433. 
Reagan National Airport
2799 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, VA 22202
AMA Reservation Number 1-703-418-1234

Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel
Click here to reserve using the AMA preferred rate by entering corporate code A10
2800 South Potomac Avenue
Arlington, VA 22202
AMA Reservation Number 1-703-413-1300

Hilton Arlington National Landing

Click here to reserve using the AMA preferred rate by entering corporate code N3433483.

2399 Richmond Hwy

Arlington, VA 22202

AMA Reservation Number 1-703-418-6800

METRO RAIL LINE:
Yellow & Blue Line – METRO Stop – Crystal City
From the METRO - AMA is 2 blocks east and 4 blocks south on Crystal Drive
http://www.amaconferencecenter.org/washington-directions-maps.htm

General Information

FOOD AND BEVERAGE

DC WEEK ONLY
Continental breakfast and lunch will be served (DC Week ONLY). Coffee (regular and decaf), tea, and water will be served throughout the day, with an afternoon snack (baked goods) break. 

ALL OTHER INDIVIDUAL COURSES OR TOPICAL WEEKLONG
Breakfast and lunch are on your own. Coffee (regular & decaf), tea and water will be served throughout the day with an afternoon snack (baked goods) break. 

Executive Conference Training Center
22685 Holiday Park Drive
Suite 60
Sterling, VA, 20166
703-563-1509
Hotel & Room Block Info

There is a room block for this location. For guest room reservations call 703-537-7800

Hampton Inn & Suites Dulles (Immediately adjacent to the ECTC Dulles
22700 Holiday Park DriveSterling, VA

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*This hotel offers FREE high-speed Internet access, room service from the local O'Malley's Pub, as well as a complimentary area shuttle for local attractions, office buildings, and to/from Dulles Airport.

General Information

FOOD & BEVERAGE

All Day beverage service

Continental Breakfast and a buffet lunch will be served

PM Break – Coffee & Dessert

Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine
3777 La Jolla Village Drive
La Jolla, CA, 92122
8585521234
Hotel & Room Block Info
There is a room block for this location. The rate is $259/night plus taxes. To reserve your room, click here.  Reservations under this room block must be made by April 11, 2025.

If you need additional assistance, please get in touch with the Hyatt at 877.803.7534.

Government Per Diem
There is a government per diem rate for this location. The rate is $194/night plus taxes. To make your reservations, please click here. Reservations under this room block must be made by April 11, 2025.
General Information
FOOD & BEVERAGE
Breakfast and lunch will be served.
Coffee, tea, and water will be served throughout the day.
Hyatt Regency La Jolla at Aventine (November)
3777 La Jolla Village Drive
La Jolla, CA, 92122
8585521234
Hotel & Room Block Info

There is a room block for this location. The rate is $249/night plus taxes. Resort fees are waved. Reservations must be made by October 11. 2025 (rooms subject to availability).

To reserve your room for the November San Diego Government Contracts Week 2025, click here.

General Information

FOOD AND BEVERAGE
Continental breakfast and lunch will be served each day.

** Please let us know about any dietary restrictions by contacting us at least two weeks before the event. **

Planet Hollywood
3667 Las Vegas Blvd South
Las Vegas, NV, 89109
8669197472
Hotel & Room Block Info

There is a room block for this location. The rate is $104/night plus taxes. To reserve your room, click here. Reservations must be made by August 11, 2025.

Please note that upon booking your reservation, your credit card will be charged a deposit equal to the first night's room and tax. To avoid forfeiture of deposit, please ensure all changes and cancellations are made at least 72 hours prior to the scheduled arrival date.

General Information
Food & Beverage
Continental breakfast and lunch will be served.
The Westin Hilton Head Island
2 Grasslawn Avenue
Hilton Head Island, SC, 29928
8886278551
Hotel & Room Block Info
There is a room block for this location. The rate is $398/night plus taxes and resort fees. To reserve your room, click here - Federal Publications Government Contract Training 2025 Attendee Room Block. Reservations must be made by June 27, 2025.
Government Per Diem
There is a limited amount of per diem rate rooms for this location. The rate is $215/night plus taxes and resort fees. To reserve your room, click here - Federal Publications Government Contract Training 2025 Per Diem Room Block. Reservations must be made by June 27, 2025.
General Information
Food & Beverage
Continental breakfast and lunch will be served.
The Westin Tampa Waterside
725 S Harbour Island Blvd
Tampa, FL, 33602
800-327-0363
Hotel & Room Block Info

There is a room block for this hotel. The rate is $329/night plus taxes and resort fees. Click here to reserve your room. Reservations must be made by February 1, 2025.

Cancellations made within 48 hours of arrival will forfeit one night’s room and tax.

General Information

FOOD & BEVERAGE
Breakfast and lunch will be served.
Coffee, tea, and water will be served throughout the day.

The Westin Tysons Corner
7801 Leesburg Pike
Advanced FAR Workshop, VA, 22043
7038931340
Hotel & Room Block Info

There is a room block for this location. The rate is $262 per night plus taxes. Click here to reserve your room. Reservations must be made by October 4, 2025.

General Information

FOOD & BEVERAGE
Breakfast and lunch will be served.
Coffee, tea, and water will be served throughout the day.

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CMBOK Alignments
Leadership
Character
Collaboration
Competence
Emotional Intelligence
Vision
Management
Business Management
Change Management
Financial Management
Project Management
Risk Management
Supply Chain Management
Guiding Principles
Communication and Documentation
Contract Principles
Regulatory Compliance
Situational Assessment
Skills and Roles
Standards of Conduct
Team Dynamics
Pre-Award
Plan Sales
Plan Solicitation
Prepare Offer
Request Offers
Award
Manage Disagreements
Plan Negotiations
Price or Cost Analysis
Select Source
Post-Award
Administer Contract
Close Out Contract
Ensure Quality
Manage Changes
Manage Subcontracts
Learn
Continuous Learning
Individual Competence
Organizational Capability
Level
  • 100
    Basic or fundamental subject matter is covered. Courses are geared to general knowledge or can be taken as a refresher.
  • 200
    Specific topics or issues within a topic area are covered. Students should be familiar with terms of art and general concepts concerning the course topic.
  • 300
    Workshops and class discussions cover specific subject matter in-depth, and participation is strongly encouraged. Attendees should have at least 2-3 years' experience in the area of study.
  • 400
    Courses build upon students' knowledge and experience, and cover complex issues within the subject matter. Should have 4-5 years' mastery of subject for in-depth analysis.
  • 500
    Masters-level programs designed for professionals with 5+ years' experience. Courses cover in-depth and technical analysis on specific subjects and updates on current issues.