This course provides Delegation of Procurement Authority Training for GSA's 8(a) STARS III Governmentwide Acquisition Contract (GWAC) for IT services. The training defines GSA GWACs, identifies the features and benefits of the 8(a) STARS III GWAC, provides an understanding of 8(a) STARS III ordering procedures and outlines responsibilities of ordering contracting officers. Please note: This training is limited to Federal/Military personnel. Co...

Love at First Bid: Discovering the Rewards of Government Contracting Entering the world of government contracting can feel like a leap into the unknown, but for many businesses, it’s a rewarding experience—one that often feels like love at first bid. Government contracts offer a wealth of opportunities for stability, growth, and long-term success. In this workshop, we’ll explore why government contracting is such a compelling...

Learning To Speak Governese And Understanding The Procurement Process In Government Contracting (Education and Contract Vehicles) Come join us weekly as we train and prepare you to capture government contracts. These sessions are designed to prepare those enrolled in the Certified Capture Manager (CCM) Program to pass the CCM Exam and to become certified professionals.Also, these classes are open to all GCA members, partner members and the pub...

Who Should Attend: All federal users including contracting officers, program office officials, managers, and executive staff are invited to participate in these complimentary webinars to learn how Alliant 2 can support their agency IT project initiatives. Warranted contracting officers must complete this training before requesting a Delegation of Procurement Authority (DPA), which will authorize them to issue orders against Alliant 2. This web...

Register and Listen: https://streamyard.com/watch/PJ9yVcyZ4iyz Podcast details:Date: 05 February 2025Time: 11:30am - 12:30pm ESTOnlineRegister/Listen: https://streamyard.com/watch/PJ9yVcyZ4iyz With the buzz around the "Trump funding freeze," many businesses and nonprofits are wondering what this actually means for grants, contracts, and funding opportunities. Don’t let fear hold you back in this new political landscape. In this episode,...

Target Audience: Federal/State/Local Agencies and MilitaryAttention all public sector employees in the contracting and acquisition career field! In GSA's Market Research As a Service (MRAS) Customer Training: Effective Market Research (Fed/Military), you'll learn the importance of market research, how and when to conduct it, and how to get the best results by making your data collection methods more efficient. You'll also delve into the regula...

A luncheon discussion on the challenges of doing business in China with Patrick Jenevein, author of the new book Dancing with the Dragon: Cautionary Tales of the New China from an Old China Hand. Based on true events, Dancing with the Dragon shines light on the challenges and complexities posed today by the new China and what American corporations with a presence in China need to know to navigate the critical coming years. Patrick has almost t...

Chief procurement officers and their teams are making significant progress in redefining the value proposition of procurement. While cost reduction remains a top priority for 52% of organizations, there is an increasing focus on sustainability and risk management. This shift marks the beginning of a new era for procurement, creating opportunities for emerging value propositions. In this complimentary Gartner procurement webinar, you'll learn h...

Register and Attend:https://streamyard.com/watch/hU773DU5s7F3 Guest: Becky Martin - A Mother's Love Created a Million-Dollar Impact PodcastEvery Wednesday11:30am - 12: 30pm ESTRegister and Attend: https://streamyard.com/watch/hU773DU5s7F3 Join us for an inspiring conversation with Becky Martin, CEO and co-founder of the Knox Martin Foundation. Becky shares her remarkable journey of raising $1 million in just three years and making a lasting im...

The Federal Strategic Sourcing Initiative for Office Supplies Fourth Generation (FSSI OS4) solution provides customers with the ability to cut costs and increase efficiencies by buying everyday supplies such as pens, paper, and printing items from a list of vendors with negotiated low prices. Attend this webinar to:Get detailed information on how to order supplies through the FSSI OS4 purchasing channelSee a walk-through with GSA Advantage!ŽEa...