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Basics of Government Contracting Virtual - April 2024
This 6-part virtual course will give government contractors a comprehensive review of the entire federal procurement process, from start to finish, emphasizing the practical, the keys to success in today's contract world. Special emphasis will be placed on the impact of the Acquisition Streamlining Statutes and the implementing regulations on procurement activities.
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Construction Contracting
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Government Contracting
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International Contracting
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Subcontracting
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Earners of the Basics of Government Contracting badge can recognize key statutes, regulations, and laws in the acquisition process. They can recognize different types of contracts and their uses. They have the ability to respond to a bid proposal and to protest and dispute properly. They recognize the federal contracting life cycle's formation, administration, and closeout.
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This 6-session virtual course will give government contractors a comprehensive review of the entire federal procurement process, from start to finish, emphasizing the practical, the keys to success in today's contract world. Special emphasis will be placed on the impact of the Acquisition Streamlining Statutes and the implementing regulations on procurement activities.
This is a fundamental course in government contracting covering, in critical point fashion, the key elements you need to function effectively in today's federal procurement world. Further, the program covers a comprehensive amount of ground in an easily digestible manner in clear, concise terms you can swiftly apply to your individual work and operations.
Who should attend:
Newly hired professionals in all government contracting roles at all levels and all sizes of organizations
Business and organizations who are exploring or have acquired a government contract either as a prime contractor or a subcontractor
Specialists who have been working in limited areas of procurement, those who have not had the opportunity to familiarize themselves with the total picture.
Experienced professionals needing an effective refresher, to be brought up to date on new rules, new procedures, new rights, and new remedies
Learning Objectives:
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Know the historical context of federal acquisition
Recognize relevant statutes, laws and regulations in acquisition
Recognize the different contract types
Determine hierarchy of government structure related to acquisition and roles
Respond to an invitation for bids
Complete a basic bid proposal package
Understand bid deadlines and challenges
Prepare a basic proposal with all the correct elements
Respond to a bid protest
Able to make an appeal if a dispute should arise
Understand the differences between termination types
Have basic knowledge on cost recovery and cost principles
On-Demand Sessions
Basics of Government Contracting Virtual - April 2024 - Session 1
Basics of Government Contracting is a comprehensive three day review of the entire federal procurement process, from start to finish, emphasizing the practical, the keys to success in today's contract world. Special emphasis will be placed on the impact of the Acquisition Streamlining Statutes and the implementing regulations on procurement activit...
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Basics of Government Contracting Virtual - April 2024 - Session 2
Basics of Government Contracting is a comprehensive three day review of the entire federal procurement process, from start to finish, emphasizing the practical, the keys to success in today's contract world. Special emphasis will be placed on the impact of the Acquisition Streamlining Statutes and the implementing regulations on procurement activit...
more
Basics of Government Contracting Virtual - April 2024 - Session 3
Basics of Government Contracting is a comprehensive three day review of the entire federal procurement process, from start to finish, emphasizing the practical, the keys to success in today's contract world. Special emphasis will be placed on the impact of the Acquisition Streamlining Statutes and the implementing regulations on procurement activit...
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Basics of Government Contracting Virtual - April 2024 - Session 4
Basics of Government Contracting is a comprehensive three day review of the entire federal procurement process, from start to finish, emphasizing the practical, the keys to success in today's contract world. Special emphasis will be placed on the impact of the Acquisition Streamlining Statutes and the implementing regulations on procurement activit...
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Basics of Government Contracting Virtual - April 2024 - Session 5
Basics of Government Contracting is a comprehensive three day review of the entire federal procurement process, from start to finish, emphasizing the practical, the keys to success in today's contract world. Special emphasis will be placed on the impact of the Acquisition Streamlining Statutes and the implementing regulations on procurement activit...
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Basics of Government Contracting Virtual - April 2024 - Session 6
Basics of Government Contracting is a comprehensive three day review of the entire federal procurement process, from start to finish, emphasizing the practical, the keys to success in today's contract world. Special emphasis will be placed on the impact of the Acquisition Streamlining Statutes and the implementing regulations on procurement activit...
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