July 5, 2022

The acquisition of services from contractors is an important step in satisfying mission needs. If the service acquisition team doesn’t effectively assess, evaluate, and manage contractors then the mission could prove unsuccessful. You will learn practical techniques to develop and define service...

Accurate Federal financial statements help build taxpayer confidence that Federally-appropriated funds are being managed as intended. If you are responsible for preparing, reviewing, or auditing Federal financial statements, you know how important these accounting functions are in supporting...

Task and delivery order contracts are adaptable and can be beneficial when an agency is unsure of its requirements. Choosing this contract instrument still requires the planning and other considerations associated with any contract type. You will gain an understanding of the planning, use, and...

Government employees often face serious repercussions when Federally-appointed funds are used incorrectly. Complying with appropriations law requirements is a critical component of stewarding Federal funds. By exploring the Government Accountability Office's (GAO's) Principles of Federal...

Acquisition professionals use strategic sourcing to acquire goods and services in a cost-effective way when tasked with finding the best possible value in the marketplace. You will gain experience analyzing government spending data to make strategic sourcing decisions during this hands-on...

Reactionary, short-term thinking limits an individual’s—and an organization’s—growth and success. When you consider the larger picture, you gain a valuable perspective that enables you to make decisions to address immediate needs and achieve long-term success. You will identify characteristics of...

Even experienced Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs) need to keep pace with the rapidly changing acquisition world. You will refresh your knowledge of COR duties and best practices while satisfying the requirements for maintenance training. From dealing with subcontracts to ethics in...

The Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Uniform Guidance (2 CFR 200) guides the performance measurement and management activities required for all Federal financial assistance awards. Develop a foundational understanding of performance measurement approaches and the specific requirements and...

Successful grants managers understand how the Federal cost principles affect their awards. Gain a firm grounding and practical experience in the concepts central to cost principles by applying them to different recipient types. Use the cost principles throughout the grants lifecycle: budget...

Senior grants managers need to know when, what, and how to apply indirect cost (IDC) rates to Federal grant expenditures – and that it’s rarely a simple calculation. Others need to assess if IDC are applied consistently and accurately from the transactional to programmatic level. This one-day...

Strategic planning plays a critical role in driving action and delivering desired results within a Federal agency. You will develop a working knowledge of the Federal performance management framework and the ability to apply a strategic planning process through an exploration of key principles,...

Contracting professionals must know how to properly use Federally-appropriated funds to be compliant with Federal appropriations law. Guided by GAO’s Principles of Federal Appropriations Law (the Red Book), you will learn to comply with relevant laws and regulations, gain a deeper understanding...