California and its utility companies (such as PacifiCorp, PG&E, Southern California Edison, Sempra Utilities, AT&T, Comcast, Frontier, T-Mobile, California Water Association etc.) want your business. Join us to learn of opportunities and how to get contracts! Take advantage to network with public agencies, utility companies, prime contractors and business resource centers! The event will feature business matchmaking (one-on-one pre-sch...

The American Express OPEN for Government Contracting program provides free events, resources, mentoring and networking opportunities to help small and mid-sized businesses get the insight and experience they need to do business with the world's largest customer: the U.S. government. Don't miss the opportunity to attend the annual OPEN for Government Contracting: Summit for Success in Washington, DC to learn how small and middle market business...

Why is this event so important to your business? Keep in mind -- THIS IS A TOOL IN THE PROCUREMENT PROCESS. DO NOT EXPECT TO WIN A CONTRACT ON-SITE. Ask pertinent questions and find out what that agency or contractor is looking for and what you need to do to qualify. A primary challenge for business is to be aware of current regulations and guidelines. This conference provides opportunities to meet buyers and contracting officers from major mi...

The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and its supplements are the source documents when contracting with both federal defense and civilian agencies. A close and detailed working knowledge of the FAR is mandatory for government, contractor, and subcontractor personnel.This FAR training course offers critical information that will help both contracting and technical personnel understand how to negotiate superior contracts and maintain compli...

The 11th annual Alliance Baltimore is organized by ShoWorks Inc. This is one of several "Alliance" events around the country. We know that regional small businesses will profit by meeting with the 50 plus agencies and prime contractors in attendance. The networking at this event cannot be compared to any other single marketing medium. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE OPPORTUNITIES! WHY ARE ALLIANCE PROCUREMENT EVENTS UNIQUE? YOU pre-schedule your own mee...

This course is designed to provide participants with practical experience writing a statement of work (SOW), a keycomponent of the government solicitation and the heart of the final contract. This two-day course offers a solid framework participants can use to improve their writing skills so that they can craft SOWs that generate competitive proposals and guide quality contractor performance. In engaging team activities, participants apply bes...

Contract performance begins after award! Contract Administration starts with key statutes and a quick review of the Government personnel with whom you will interact. Explore the differences in administration with different contract types. Learn the details of contract changes, the intricacy of the Inspection clauses, REAs, Claims and Disputes. This 2-day course is recommended for contract administrators in both industry and Government, progra...

Bid protests are rising rapidly in the federal contracts arena, as are the number of protests being sustained by GAO and the Court of Federal Claims. Both of these trends have enormously negative consequences for your agency. Our instructors are experienced attorneys. They will give you the benefit of their years of experience so you will learn how to avoid bid protests. Learn the most common areas of protest and how you can avoid those mistak...

The Service Contract Act (SCA) covers the award and administration of covered contracts and is one of the most challenging acts in federal contracting. This course is taught by experts in the field, and provides attendees with a detailed comprehensive text that covers the regulations, board and court decisions and the latest compliance issues from the Department of Labor. This class provides detailed information on how to identify and mitigat...

Gain an in-depth understanding of the basic framework and core principles governing federal procurements, from the issuance of the solicitation to contract closeout. This course is specifically tailored for procurement professionals who desire both a strong overview of federal contracts, including GSA Schedules, and a current and in-depth understanding of the legal, policy, and performance issues associated with government contracts. You will...