The presenters will first provide a brief overview of the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS), including what the standards are, who CAS apply to, and their importance. Then, the presenters will explain compliance requirements for contractors who have CAS-covered contracts (including disclosure statement requirements) and the process of preparing cost impact calculations. Primary emphasis will be given to the cost impact process, both general dol...

This annual webinar will cover the most important changes to the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) in the last year. There have been major changes to a variety of labor and employment law sections in the regulations, as well as new compliance requirements in a wide variety of areas. These, along with more modest but still important changes and updates, will be covered. New FA...

Abstract: Government and industry must understand the rules of engagement as both parties enter into contract negotiations. Key Take-aways: Understanding FAR Part 15. Using the appropriate types of exchanges. Competitive discussions. Interested in learning more about the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)? Join NCMA for our first three-week FAR Webinar Series! Earn 4.5 CPE hours by attending all three webinars or 1.5 CPE hours for each indi...

Interested in learning more about the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR)? Join NCMA for our first three-week FAR Webinar Series! Earn 4.5 CPE hours by attending all three webinars or 1.5 CPE hours for each individual webinar. There is no limit to the number of people who can participate in each webinar. This discounted series allows an entire staff to be trained for one low cost, and with 14-day unlimited access to the webinar streams. Sign...

The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is an intimidating document. It is more than 2,000 pages in length and consists of sets of rules organized in the form of unique numbering, definitions, supplements, conventions, and deviations. This webinar provides a basic understanding of the FAR’s purpose, structure, and use. As a result of participating, attendees will be better equipped to identify and understand the FAR’s rules. Key T...

The Small and Emerging Contractor Advisory Forum (SECAF) will be hosting a Small Business Mentor-Protégé Program webinar at 12:00pm on Tuesday, October 4. There is no cost to participate, but you register here: bit.ly/2bQpiv6. Topics to be covered include: key aspects of the program, changes to the joint venture regulations, and the status of other agency Mentor-Protégé programs.

This webinar is designed to help alleviate some of the stress and unknowns that arise with an upcoming contractor purchasing system review (CPSR) performed by the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA). We’ll discuss the actions taken by the CPSR team for a review, as well as the actions required from the contractor before, during, and after. Hear about the steps and timelines for all parties involved. The administrative contracting...

The new Fair Pay and Safe Workplaces regulations contain the most dramatic overhaul of labor compliance for government contractors in decades. Within the 800+ pages of the final regulations and guidance are numerous pitfalls and additional burdens for contractors. This webinar will examine some of the most significant and vexing compliance challenges for contractors and will provide practical guidance on how to: handle the numerous new reporti...

Don’t let reporting requirements for government contracts catch you by surprise. Join us as we share experiences from the field, techniques for success, and best practices for partnering across your organization to “get it done.” Live Virtual Training | Beginner - Intermediate | 1.5 CPE/CLP | 90 minutes | $55 member/$69 non-member | Included in the Virtual Training Subscription Description: Don’t let reporting requirem...