SBA - 104 GSA Compliance and Use for agencies and companies
This event qualifies for 0.8 CEUs
Contrary to a current myth, a GSA Schedule contract is not required by law or regulation to obtain a government contract, but it is an excellent sales tool to obtain government business by means of task or delivery orders. A GSA Schedule is a simplified process of acquiring commonly used commercial supplies and services. But obtaining a schedule contract is neither simple nor easy, and subjects the commercial contractor to numerous laws and regulations they probably do not encounter in the commercial world and may not understand. The course will describe the pre-award requirements to obtain a schedule, and the continuing post-award obligations.
The second half of the interactive course that will go through the lifecycles of a task order awarded under a GSA Schedule. It is intended to allow government employees who purchase from the schedules and vendors who sell through the schedules to understand the unique characteristics of schedule awards and be able to improve contract administration. Specifically, the course will address: task order competition requirements, small business set-asides, clarifications and discussions in task order competitions, what documentation should be kept in the contract file at contract award, the impact of pricing adjustments, task order terminations for convenience and cause, and the role of GSA in administering task order awards.
Speaker and Presenter Information
Pam Kreuz
With over 20 years of experience in government contract accounting, Pam Kreuz serves as an executive financial advisor to the President and executive team. She has a wealth of experience in Government contract accounting, contract administration, and financial reporting. Prior to starting her consulting company, she was employed by several growing Government contractors who successfully transitioned from small businesses to medium businesses and enjoyed significant financial success. In particular, she is committed to providing innovative, cost effective, financial strategies to maximize operational efficiency and ensure compliance with applicable regulations and industry best practices. Pam has a Bachelor’s degree in Finance from the University of Maryland University College and a Master’s degree in accounting from the University of Phoenix
Thomas M. Petruska, MBA President / Senior Contracts Professional Company founder
Tom Petruska has over 33 years of outstanding accomplishments with Government contracts and subcontracts, and commercial contracts, including preparing proposals; cost and price proposals; negotiation, formation, and administration of contracts and subcontracts; contract close-out and Government regulatory compliance; preparation of certified claims and termination settlement proposals; work closely with vendors on subcontracts, and commercial customers. He possesses an in-depth knowledge of GSA Schedules Program and compliance, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), and Uniform Commercial Code (UCC). Tom is also experienced in preparing capital, revenue, and operating budgets; cash flow forecasts; indirect rates and labor rates. He has an excellent record of maintaining strong relationships with Contracting Officers, DCAA auditors, and DCMAO analysts. In 2013 Mr. Petruska participated in a case and was recognized by the Circuit Court of Fairfax County, Virginia, as an expert witness in the field of Contract Negotiation.
Relevant Government Agencies
Air Force, Army, Navy & Marine Corps, Intelligence Agencies, DOD & Military, Office of the President (includes OMB), Dept of Agriculture, Dept of Commerce, Dept of Education, Dept of Energy, Dept of Health & Human Services, Dept of Homeland Security, Dept of Housing & Urban Development, Dept of the Interior, Dept of Justice, Dept of Labor, Dept of State, Dept of Transportation, Dept of Treasury, Dept of Veterans Affairs, EPA, GSA, USPS, SSA, NASA, Other Federal Agencies, Legislative Agencies (GAO, GPO, LOC, etc.), Judicial Branch Agencies, State Government, FEMA, Coast Guard, National Institutes of Health, Census Bureau, National Guard Association, EEOC
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When
Wed, Dec 10, 2014, 8:30am - 5:00pm
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Where
ACT-IAC HQ Office
3040 Williams Dr. Suite 500
Fairfax, VA 22031
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ACT-IAC Academy
