Explore the common challenges associated with FOIA requests, & best practices to achieve records visibility & efficient retrieval. Have you ever wondered how the federal government processes FOIA requests for contract records? This webinar will examine the entire FOIA process from the initial filing of the FOIA request to the agency’s final disclosure determination. Key Topics Covered FOIA procedural requirements Agency’s...

A Crash Course on Contract Compliance, Regulations & Requirements The words FAR, CAS and DCAA should not put fear into government contractors. These terms and the regulations and compliance requirements that surround them are critical areas that need to be understood and accepted by organizations while doing business with the federal government. From how you set up your accounting system, identifying which costs should go where to invoici...

Our comprehensive explanations will help new FAR users, while our in-depth examples will aid experienced contract professionals. This two-day offers critical information through hands-on workshops that will help both contracting and technical personnel better understand and navigate the FAR. Attendees will come away from the course feeling confident about how to apply the FAR to a variety of acquisition scenarios. Key Topics: Apply FAR Clause...

Gain an in-depth understanding of the basic framework and core principles governing Federal procurements The boot camp is ideal for new hires in the private of Federal sectors with responsibilities involving Federal procurement, and for even seasoned acquisition professionals who are looking for a refresher, and for management officials with responsibility for overseeing this process. Key Topics Covered Brief History and Overview of Federal P...

Participants will learn how to better position themselves in the Federal Marketplace and effectively respond to opportunities. Our instructor will take you through the basics of getting started, where and how to find procurement opportunities in the Federal Marketplace, finding contracting officers and end users, preparing to meet with/call on prospective Federal customers, and how to distinguish and differentiate your company from others. Ke...

Taught by expert lawyers who offer real-world, practical advice. This class also provides detailed information on how to identify and mitigate risk under the SCLS, apply wage and benefit rules, avoid violations, fulfill SCLS obligations, and understand special compliance issues from the Department of Labor. Our instructors provide all the ins and outs of how to navigate the complexities of the SCLS, not just the typical Department of Labor age...

Solve complex contracting issues, comply with contract requirements, fulfill reporting requirements, and manage difficult situations. This course gives you an in-depth tutorial on contract management fundamentals including the role of the contract manager in each phase of the acquisition lifecycle. Basic project management principles are interwoven to provide a baseline for successful contract management. Topics: Contract administration planni...

Boot Camp for GSA Multiple Award Schedules Contracting (MAS) isn’t just about getting a MAS contract, it's so much more. This course focuses 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 MAS co...

Obtaining your highest accurate CPARS ratings is critical to your Federal business success. This webinar will offer real-world operational strategies to manage your CPARS ratings and what you need to do to properly prepare for what’s on the horizon regarding contractor self-assessments given recent Federal government policy and Agency procurement CPARS-related initiatives. Key Topics Covered Identify current Federal government initiativ...

Keep your subcontracts profitable and maintain compliance with federal requirements This one day training course covers the complex relationships between the Federal government, prime contractors, and subcontractors. This course will help you understand the role of teaming agreements, contract clause flow-down, consent to subcontract, make or buy plans, privity, and mandatory disclosure. Key Topics Covered Subcontract Management & Adminis...