An introduction to the federal acquisition process and the key skills needed to grow a career in government contracting.
Overview
Syllabus
Overview of Federal Acquisition
- Laws, regulations, and the purpose of the Federal Acquisition System
- Introduction to procurement ethics and integrity
Contracting Lifecycle Stages
- Orientation to the pre-award, award, and post-award phases of contracting
- Emphasis on how each phase interrelates
Regulatory Framework (FAR)
- Structure of the FAR and agency supplements
- How to locate, read, and interpret regulations and guidance relevant to solicitations and contracts
Solicitation and Contract Structure
- Understanding the Uniform Contract Format and the key sections of solicitations/contracts
- Basic elements such as Statements of Work (SOW), Performance Work Statements (PWS), clauses, and provisions
Acquisition Team Roles & Soft Skills
- Roles of contracting officers, contract specialists, CORs, and program officials
- Fundamentals of communication, documentation, and ethical conduct in the contracting profession
Taught by
Anna Garcia-Durr, Jeff Hysen, Melanie Dooley, and Alan McCain
