The IPSA's web-workshop about grant writing fundamentals is for anyone in government or the private sector. The course syllabus includes: Section 1: Grant Writing Overview Getting Started Grant Resources Determining Eligibility Solicitation Rules Forming a Response Team Developing a Response Plan & Schedule Section 2: Writing the Response Common Sections Quality Writing & Citations Good versus Bad Writing/Statements Sustainability Plan...

Upon completion of this course, the participant should have adequate knowledge of the background and requirements related to the CPSR. Further, the participant should have a basic understanding of policies, procedures and practices required to comply with the requirements. We will highlight recent developments in the CPSR environment from the Defense Contract Management Agency’s perspective and cover new regulations and statues. Further,...

Seminar for Government Contractors Come network with other government contractors and hear industry leaders' insights on achieving success with multiple award schedule contracts. What You'll Learn: Common MAS contracting schedules How to evaluate whether you should be on a MAS schedule Steps for successfully applying for MAS contracts Pointers for increasing revenue from new and existing MAS contracts How to modify your prices once you're on a...

Join us for a informative session on the programs and services offered through the US Small Business Administration (SBA). This workshop will offer information to help you start or grow your business with SBA programs, including: counseling programs, financing options and government contracting. Session is free, but space is limited. Please pre-register. NOTE: Photo ID required for building entry.

Preparing for a DCAA Audit? Looking to Grow your Business? The QuickBooks® for Federal Contractors workshop coaches growing businesses through the configuration of their accounting system for DCAA compliance. From a well-ordered Chart of Accounts, to defining Policies and Procedures, this is more than just a training session. You'll leave prepared to pass an accounting system review, with the knowledge you need to succeed. Bring your lapto...

Course agenda Includes: Planning and Pre-Award Requirements Make-or-Buy Program Market Research Intra/Inter-Company, Affiliate, or subsidiary Transactions Purchase Requisition & Lead Time Commercial Items Statements of Work Request for Proposal Competition in Subcontracting Single or Sole Source Justification Price Analysis & Cost Analysis Truthful Cost or Pricing Data (TINA) Negotiations Source Selection Selecting (Negotiating) Subcon...

Learn the basics on what the Government buys, registration as a potential contractor, understand codes that are used, how procurements are publicized, similarities with State and local contracting, and sources of additional help.

In this course you will learn about the fundamental cost accounting principles imposed by the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Part 31 on commercial organizations, and will follow an example of how a DCAA compliant accounting system should be set up. Course content includes: Checklist used by DCAA in conducting Accounting System Reviews Setting up a Chart of Accounts to segregate Direct, Indirect and Unallowable Costs Job Cost Accounting I...

If a company is growing and profitable as a Government subcontractor, the natural progression is to begin thinking of becoming a Government prime contractor. While the benefits may be financially rewarding, an emerging firm has lots to consider. One needs to understand the regulations, responsibilities, and the increasingly competitive Government contracting marketplace before making the leap from subcontractor to prime contractor. While there...

This webinar will detail the advantages that companies both large and small can obtain by participation in the government’s expanded mentor-protégé program. It will also outline the limitations of the program as well as the requirements for participation. Key Take-Aways: How large businesses can help their protégés, Forming a mentor/protégé joint venture, The limitations and conditions of the me...