Join Washington Technology on Nov. 6 to hear what executives from leading companies in the federal market are watching and planning for in 2020. These top executives will share what they see as opportunities for growth as well as the challenges they see ahead. They have key insights into customer pain points and the challenges that both government and industry will need to address. Their presentations will be followed by a group Q&A sessio...

Success! Your company has become a successful government contractor and business is growing! You’re winning higher dollar, flexibly priced contracts and the future is bright! But then you receive a risk assessment form from your Contracting Officer asking for information that’s needed to determine if you are subject to a Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), a government review to evaluate the efficiency and effectiveness of...

There is accounting…and then there is Government contract accounting. Cost-based government contractors are subject to a wide range of unique accounting regulations such as Cost Accounting Standards (“CAS”) and FAR contract cost principles. While CAS and FAR are based on Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”), major differences abound. Without an adequate system in place, a contractor may be faced with...

Annual Review: Hot Issues in Federal ContractingCentre’s flagship event provides everything you need to know to stay current in the ever-changing field of government contracts. This one-day event serves as a refresher on the developments in contracting over the past year and as an opportunity to network with your peers. Our agenda hosts a series of distinguished speakers and panelists, both from government and industry, covering vital t...

For many government contracts, the allocation of intellectual property rights is the most critical issue both parties will face. In this 90 minute webinar, an experienced government procurement attorney will survey critical government contract intellectual property issues. The course will address: The different types of intellectual property, including differences between commercial and government contract IPTechnical data rights: how they ar...

Register today for Washington Technology's Power Breakfast taking place on February 22nd. At this morning event, leading executives in the government market will discuss strategies they are deploying to capture new business and maintain their position in the government. They'll also discuss the opportunities and challenges companies are facing. Don't miss the exclusive presentation of Washington Technology's 2019 Contractor Confidence and Outl...

Are you a federal contractor who’s frustrated by losing the projects you deserve to win? Do buyers keep giving work to your competitors, but never want to talk to you? Find out what really it takes to get in front of your federal buyer!Join me and my special guests Dottie Romo, CEO, KD8 Consulting Former Contracting Officer, Department of Homeland Security, and Acquisition Specialist for the Department of Justice, FBI and (Back by popul...

The Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS), formerly the Service Contract Act, is one of the most challenging acts in federal contracting, and it is surrounded by a lot of misinformation. Our attorneys and instructors know the law.How Our Course Is Different:This is not a seminar taught by bureaucrats obligated to preach the DOL party-line. Centre’s program is taught by expert lawyers who offer real-world, practical advice.Our instru...

The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) made its official debut in Federal contracting on April 1, 1984, as the successor to the Federal Procurement Regulations (FPR). Some saw the April Fool’s Day effective date as a bad omen, but over the last 34 years, trillions of dollars have been spent pursuant to the FAR’s authority, covering the procurement of donuts to major weapons systems. Long-time acquisition professionals consider th...

Centre’s Boot Camp for GSA Schedules isn’t just about getting a GSA contract. This course hones in on obtaining a schedule, maintaining compliance, and ultimately driving your government sales. Centre’s GSA gurus will help you keep up with the changes that affect your contract administration and compliance efforts. In addition, you’ll learn the key components to making your GSA Schedule a worthwhile investment for your...