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Our experts offer extensive Government contractor events and training options for Government Contracting professionals in-house, at seminars, conferences and via the web. We also personalize courses to fit individual requirements. Some of our areas of focus include; FAR, CAS, Cost Accounting, ICS, EVM, Federal Grants Compliance, Government Contracting principles and more.

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1 2 3Preparing for A Successful DCMA 640 Small Business Program RPreparing for A Successful DCMA 640 Small Business Program RTime: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
This virtual course will provide attendees with a detailed understanding of a plethora of small business-related requirements levied upon prime contractors doing business with the U.S. government. These statutory, regulatory, and contractual requirements present audit, compliance, financial and competitive risk to large business contractors. The Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA), through their Small Business Compliance Group, conducts comprehensive reviews of large business contractors’ Small Business programs. These reviews are intended to validate that contractors’ utilization of small business concerns is consistent with applicable laws and regulations as well as each organization’s various small business subcontracting plans. At the completion of this course, attendees will have learned what to expect from a DCMA 640 Small Business Program Review, including the latest areas of emphasis from DCMA, as well as readiness strategies and tactics which will benefit their organizations in preparing for and navigating their next 640 Review. Who should attend:
This in-depth one-day course is recommended for those individuals who are responsible for or have a significant impact on the utilization of small business concerns which includes Small Business Liaison Officers, Purchasing and Subcontracting staff and management, Contracts management, and Program Managers. Learning Objectives:
Understand the purpose, intent and structure of the DCMA 640 Small Business Program Review
Prepare for a DCMA 640 Small Business Program Review
Respond accurately to the initial data call from DCMA
Recognize how to correctly ascertain whether a business qualifies as a small business
Recognize the compliance requirements associated with Small Business Subcontracting Plans
Ensure that ISRs and SSRs are calculated and submitted correctly
Understand and prepare for the latest areas of emphasis within the DCMA 640 Review
Identify weaknesses within your current Small Business Program and mitigate accordingly
Leverage ancillary resources within your firm to upgrade the effectiveness of your Small Business Utilization Program
Construct essential elements within your Small Business Utilization Program that will help elevate your future ratings This live virtual course is eligible for both CLE and CPE credit. Virtual 		4The FOUR W's of Grants & Cooperative Agreements SeriesThe FOUR W's of Grants & Cooperative Agreements SeriesTime: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
This is session 1 of 3 in the FOUR W's of Grants and Cooperative Agreements Series. In this session, Capital Edge and Sheppard Mullin will delve into the details of the opportunities available, the awarding agencies (The Who), and details as to what these opportunities represent as well as diving into “What” you need to be aware of when pursuing these opportunities. While the opportunities are abundant, the compliance requirements are intricate. Together we will attempt to “de-mystify” the requirements and identify the key opportunities and associated requirements that the contractor and non-profit communities need to be aware of. Learning Objectives:
Discover what the Major Grant and Cooperative Agreement opportunities are and learn about who the funding agencies are
Understand the advantages that grants and cooperative agreements can provide to organizations
Identify the compliance requirements and complexities surrounding the funding opportunities This live webinar is eligible for both CLE and CPE credit.
NOTE: CPE/CLE credit for attendees are subject to participation and approval by the governing boards. Webinar Procurement University: GovCon Accounting & Pricing (#1)Procurement University: GovCon Accounting & Pricing (#1)Time: 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Government Contract Accounting and Pricing Foundation - Session 1 - Procurement University 2024 This is session 1 of 9 in the Procurement University webinar series. In this session, we will introduce the students to the federal marketplace, the acquisition process, and the regulatory environment that surrounds it all. We will examine the various procurement vehicles that contractors utilize to fulfill their obligations to the US Government. We will also guide students through contract pricing and cost allowability to protect the interests of both the contractor and the federal government as well as help the contractor recuperate the costs associated with each contract. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:
Have a basic understanding of the federal acquisition process;
Understand the regulatory environment that surrounds the federal marketplace;
Identify the various procurement methods and contract types;
Determine the allowability of contract costs; and
Recognize the principles of contract pricing and the techniques of determining a fair and reasonable price. This live webinar is eligible for both CLE and CPE credit.
NOTE: CPE/CLE credit for attendees are subject to participation and approval by the governing boards. Webinar 		5 6 7
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15Government Contract Accounting Boot CampGovernment Contract Accounting Boot CampTime: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Designed to cover the most important aspects of government contract accounting, this boot camp course is a combination of lectures and case studies to build practical and useful skills to immediately make an impact in your organization. It will cover:
Unique Accounting Terminology and Definitions
FAR Clauses
Cost Accounting Standards (and Modified CAS)
Cost and Pricing Data
Overhead
Allowable and Unallowable Costs
Contract Pricing
Auditing
Financial Systems
Compliance
Defective Pricing
At the end of the week, you can be confident in your knowledge and gain valuable skills to be immediately effective in your day-to-day work. Everyone will be awarded a certificate of attendance. Those seeking Legal or Accounting Accreditation will be awarded up to 5.5 hours of credit per day, if applicable. Who Should Attend:
Accounting & finance professionals with limited experience in government contract accounting, or need a refresher on government contract accounting
Directors, managers and administrators in government contract roles
Small/medium size business owners
Legal and compliance professionals
Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of the course you will:
Retain and understand government contract accounting terminology
Apply and recognize the FAR clauses related to the practices
Apply and understand CAS and modified CAS situations
Develop basic cost and price analysis
Understand principles of overhead costs
Determine the difference between allowable and unallowable costs
Properly document and retain information for audits
Determine situations when there are potential issues related to pricing Classroom / Arlington, VA / American Management Association 		16Government Contract Accounting Boot CampGovernment Contract Accounting Boot CampTime: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Designed to cover the most important aspects of government contract accounting, this boot camp course is a combination of lectures and case studies to build practical and useful skills to immediately make an impact in your organization. It will cover:
Unique Accounting Terminology and Definitions
FAR Clauses
Cost Accounting Standards (and Modified CAS)
Cost and Pricing Data
Overhead
Allowable and Unallowable Costs
Contract Pricing
Auditing
Financial Systems
Compliance
Defective Pricing
At the end of the week, you can be confident in your knowledge and gain valuable skills to be immediately effective in your day-to-day work. Everyone will be awarded a certificate of attendance. Those seeking Legal or Accounting Accreditation will be awarded up to 5.5 hours of credit per day, if applicable. Who Should Attend:
Accounting & finance professionals with limited experience in government contract accounting, or need a refresher on government contract accounting
Directors, managers and administrators in government contract roles
Small/medium size business owners
Legal and compliance professionals
Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of the course you will:
Retain and understand government contract accounting terminology
Apply and recognize the FAR clauses related to the practices
Apply and understand CAS and modified CAS situations
Develop basic cost and price analysis
Understand principles of overhead costs
Determine the difference between allowable and unallowable costs
Properly document and retain information for audits
Determine situations when there are potential issues related to pricing Classroom / Arlington, VA / American Management Association 		17Government Contract Accounting Boot CampGovernment Contract Accounting Boot CampTime: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Designed to cover the most important aspects of government contract accounting, this boot camp course is a combination of lectures and case studies to build practical and useful skills to immediately make an impact in your organization. It will cover:
Unique Accounting Terminology and Definitions
FAR Clauses
Cost Accounting Standards (and Modified CAS)
Cost and Pricing Data
Overhead
Allowable and Unallowable Costs
Contract Pricing
Auditing
Financial Systems
Compliance
Defective Pricing
At the end of the week, you can be confident in your knowledge and gain valuable skills to be immediately effective in your day-to-day work. Everyone will be awarded a certificate of attendance. Those seeking Legal or Accounting Accreditation will be awarded up to 5.5 hours of credit per day, if applicable. Who Should Attend:
Accounting & finance professionals with limited experience in government contract accounting, or need a refresher on government contract accounting
Directors, managers and administrators in government contract roles
Small/medium size business owners
Legal and compliance professionals
Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of the course you will:
Retain and understand government contract accounting terminology
Apply and recognize the FAR clauses related to the practices
Apply and understand CAS and modified CAS situations
Develop basic cost and price analysis
Understand principles of overhead costs
Determine the difference between allowable and unallowable costs
Properly document and retain information for audits
Determine situations when there are potential issues related to pricing Classroom / Arlington, VA / American Management Association A Practical Guide to Grant and Cooperative Agreement CompliaA Practical Guide to Grant and Cooperative Agreement CompliaTime: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Each year the Federal government issues more funding as grants and cooperative agreements than contracts. This trend has accelerated in the past two years and has seen increased media attention due to the COVID-19 crisis and the race for a vaccine and other treatments. In this course, we will introduce you to federal grant funding and discuss the relevant compliance considerations and requirements. This 2-day course consists of 8 sessions. Sessions include: Session 1: Basics of Grant Management
Program Description: In this session, we will examine the key characteristics that define grants and cooperative agreements. We will also navigate the various regulatory frameworks that govern grants and cooperative agreements, including 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance).
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will understand the regulatory framework and key characteristics that separate contracts, grants, and cooperative agreements. They will also have an understanding of the roles and responsibilities related to grants management. Session 2: Cost Allowability and Allocability
Program Description: In this session, we will examine the 2 CFR 200, Subpart E Cost Principles and identify the factors that affect allowability of costs charged to federal grants. We will take a deep dive into types of costs that cause significant disallowances for federal grant recipients and discuss the exceptions to unallowable cost.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will have an understanding of allowability, allocability, and reasonableness as it pertains to costs charged to a federal grant. Students will also learn to identify exceptions to unallowable cost when present. Session 3: Preparing an Indirect Rate Structure and Cost Proposal Rates
Program Description: In this session, we will lead students through the indirect cost rate proposal process and provide examples of compliant cost structures for recovery of indirect costs. We will discuss common indirect cost rate negotiation tactics and provide best practices for indirect cost proposal development.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be able to develop a compliant cost allocation structure and prepare, submit, and negotiate an indirect cost rate with a federal cognizant agency. Session 4: Timekeeping and Labor Accounting for Federal Grants
Program Description: In this session, we will focus on the cost principle behind timekeeping, generating quality supporting documentation, and what’s expected under Uniform Guidance. You’ll learn about what audit procedures you are likely to face and how organizations that have received findings could have avoided trouble.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be familiar with the timekeeping requirements associated with federal grants and the best practices for implementing a compliant timekeeping system. Session 5: Subrecipient Monitoring
Program Description: In this session, we will address subrecipient monitoring best practices and how to avoid pitfalls. The Uniform Guidance introduced significant new responsibilities for pass-through entities and audit findings have shown that many are still struggling to keep up. If your organization issues subawards this is a can’t miss session. We will cover pass-through entity responsibilities, risk assessments, monitoring best practices, and common pitfalls and how to avoid them.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be familiar with subrecipient monitoring best practices and how to manage subrecipient relationships as a pass-through entity. Session 6: Billing / Drawdown and Payment; Documentation and Record Retention Issues
Program Description: In this session, we will discuss cash management and why it is critically important to federal grants management due to the availability of advance funding. Federal grant recipients will need to manage federal cash when billing/drawing down funds and making payments in a manner that is consistent with the regulatory requirements.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will understand the cash management requirements associated with advance funding on federal grants and be ready to implement best practices for billing/drawdown processes. Session 7: Policy & Procedure and Internal Controls for Grants
Program Description: In this session, we will discuss the requirements associated with internal controls in 2 CFR 200. We will review the COSO Framework and examine example controls over grants management.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will have an understanding of the requirements associated with internal controls in 2 CFR 200 and how to implement an adequate system of internal controls in their organization. Session 8: Preparing for Compliance Audits and Final Accounting Under Grants and Cooperative Agreements
Program Description: In this session, we will examine subpart F of 2 CFR 200 and discuss the audit requirements associated with grants and cooperative agreements. We will review the most common audit procedures used and discuss how an organization can prepare in advance to help ensure a successful compliance audit. Classroom / Arlington, VA / American Management Association 		18Government Contract Accounting Boot CampGovernment Contract Accounting Boot CampTime: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Designed to cover the most important aspects of government contract accounting, this boot camp course is a combination of lectures and case studies to build practical and useful skills to immediately make an impact in your organization. It will cover:
Unique Accounting Terminology and Definitions
FAR Clauses
Cost Accounting Standards (and Modified CAS)
Cost and Pricing Data
Overhead
Allowable and Unallowable Costs
Contract Pricing
Auditing
Financial Systems
Compliance
Defective Pricing
At the end of the week, you can be confident in your knowledge and gain valuable skills to be immediately effective in your day-to-day work. Everyone will be awarded a certificate of attendance. Those seeking Legal or Accounting Accreditation will be awarded up to 5.5 hours of credit per day, if applicable. Who Should Attend:
Accounting & finance professionals with limited experience in government contract accounting, or need a refresher on government contract accounting
Directors, managers and administrators in government contract roles
Small/medium size business owners
Legal and compliance professionals
Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of the course you will:
Retain and understand government contract accounting terminology
Apply and recognize the FAR clauses related to the practices
Apply and understand CAS and modified CAS situations
Develop basic cost and price analysis
Understand principles of overhead costs
Determine the difference between allowable and unallowable costs
Properly document and retain information for audits
Determine situations when there are potential issues related to pricing Classroom / Arlington, VA / American Management Association A Practical Guide to Grant and Cooperative Agreement CompliaA Practical Guide to Grant and Cooperative Agreement CompliaTime: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Each year the Federal government issues more funding as grants and cooperative agreements than contracts. This trend has accelerated in the past two years and has seen increased media attention due to the COVID-19 crisis and the race for a vaccine and other treatments. In this course, we will introduce you to federal grant funding and discuss the relevant compliance considerations and requirements. This 2-day course consists of 8 sessions. Sessions include: Session 1: Basics of Grant Management
Program Description: In this session, we will examine the key characteristics that define grants and cooperative agreements. We will also navigate the various regulatory frameworks that govern grants and cooperative agreements, including 2 CFR 200 (Uniform Guidance).
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will understand the regulatory framework and key characteristics that separate contracts, grants, and cooperative agreements. They will also have an understanding of the roles and responsibilities related to grants management. Session 2: Cost Allowability and Allocability
Program Description: In this session, we will examine the 2 CFR 200, Subpart E Cost Principles and identify the factors that affect allowability of costs charged to federal grants. We will take a deep dive into types of costs that cause significant disallowances for federal grant recipients and discuss the exceptions to unallowable cost.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will have an understanding of allowability, allocability, and reasonableness as it pertains to costs charged to a federal grant. Students will also learn to identify exceptions to unallowable cost when present. Session 3: Preparing an Indirect Rate Structure and Cost Proposal Rates
Program Description: In this session, we will lead students through the indirect cost rate proposal process and provide examples of compliant cost structures for recovery of indirect costs. We will discuss common indirect cost rate negotiation tactics and provide best practices for indirect cost proposal development.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be able to develop a compliant cost allocation structure and prepare, submit, and negotiate an indirect cost rate with a federal cognizant agency. Session 4: Timekeeping and Labor Accounting for Federal Grants
Program Description: In this session, we will focus on the cost principle behind timekeeping, generating quality supporting documentation, and what’s expected under Uniform Guidance. You’ll learn about what audit procedures you are likely to face and how organizations that have received findings could have avoided trouble.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be familiar with the timekeeping requirements associated with federal grants and the best practices for implementing a compliant timekeeping system. Session 5: Subrecipient Monitoring
Program Description: In this session, we will address subrecipient monitoring best practices and how to avoid pitfalls. The Uniform Guidance introduced significant new responsibilities for pass-through entities and audit findings have shown that many are still struggling to keep up. If your organization issues subawards this is a can’t miss session. We will cover pass-through entity responsibilities, risk assessments, monitoring best practices, and common pitfalls and how to avoid them.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be familiar with subrecipient monitoring best practices and how to manage subrecipient relationships as a pass-through entity. Session 6: Billing / Drawdown and Payment; Documentation and Record Retention Issues
Program Description: In this session, we will discuss cash management and why it is critically important to federal grants management due to the availability of advance funding. Federal grant recipients will need to manage federal cash when billing/drawing down funds and making payments in a manner that is consistent with the regulatory requirements.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will understand the cash management requirements associated with advance funding on federal grants and be ready to implement best practices for billing/drawdown processes. Session 7: Policy & Procedure and Internal Controls for Grants
Program Description: In this session, we will discuss the requirements associated with internal controls in 2 CFR 200. We will review the COSO Framework and examine example controls over grants management.
Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will have an understanding of the requirements associated with internal controls in 2 CFR 200 and how to implement an adequate system of internal controls in their organization. Session 8: Preparing for Compliance Audits and Final Accounting Under Grants and Cooperative Agreements
Program Description: In this session, we will examine subpart F of 2 CFR 200 and discuss the audit requirements associated with grants and cooperative agreements. We will review the most common audit procedures used and discuss how an organization can prepare in advance to help ensure a successful compliance audit. Classroom / Arlington, VA / American Management Association 		19Government Contract Accounting Boot CampGovernment Contract Accounting Boot CampTime: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Designed to cover the most important aspects of government contract accounting, this boot camp course is a combination of lectures and case studies to build practical and useful skills to immediately make an impact in your organization. It will cover:
Unique Accounting Terminology and Definitions
FAR Clauses
Cost Accounting Standards (and Modified CAS)
Cost and Pricing Data
Overhead
Allowable and Unallowable Costs
Contract Pricing
Auditing
Financial Systems
Compliance
Defective Pricing
At the end of the week, you can be confident in your knowledge and gain valuable skills to be immediately effective in your day-to-day work. Everyone will be awarded a certificate of attendance. Those seeking Legal or Accounting Accreditation will be awarded up to 5.5 hours of credit per day, if applicable. Who Should Attend:
Accounting & finance professionals with limited experience in government contract accounting, or need a refresher on government contract accounting
Directors, managers and administrators in government contract roles
Small/medium size business owners
Legal and compliance professionals
Learning Objectives:
Upon successful completion of the course you will:
Retain and understand government contract accounting terminology
Apply and recognize the FAR clauses related to the practices
Apply and understand CAS and modified CAS situations
Develop basic cost and price analysis
Understand principles of overhead costs
Determine the difference between allowable and unallowable costs
Properly document and retain information for audits
Determine situations when there are potential issues related to pricing Classroom / Arlington, VA / American Management Association ERP Webinar Series, Session 7: ImplementationERP Webinar Series, Session 7: ImplementationTime: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
ERP Series: Before, During, & After - Preparing for the Unknown Session 7: Implementation This session outlines critical considerations while preparing to go live with a new ERP system, including preparing the business for cutover and go-live, contingency planning, and organizational change management considerations. Key topics we will cover:
- Cutover planning
- Security
- Reporting
- Manufacturing Readiness
- Materials Management Preparation
- Organizational Change Management
- Procurement Preparation
- Contingency Planning Instructors:
Gene Hansen, Partner
Brian Stine, Senior Manager Webinar 		20 21
22 23DCAA Contractor Business Systems and Internal ControlsDCAA Contractor Business Systems and Internal ControlsTime: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
This virtual course focuses on the development of internal controls for compliance with the DFARS defined Business Systems: Accounting, Estimating, Material Management and Accounting System (MMAS), Earned Value Management (EVM), Purchasing, and Property. The course emphasizes the role of the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) in auditing and evaluating contractors’ internal controls. In fact, DCAA has continuously developed new audit programs for assessing contractors’ compliance with the detailed requirements of the DFARS. This has been an evolution that has resulted in shifting emphases by DCAA up to and including the present time. The Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) has similarly adjusted its review criteria as well. The instruction provides recommended and proven approaches to develop, maintain, and monitor internal business system controls for compliance with Government contract requirements including FAR and DFARS business system requirements. This course is recommended for those individuals who have a fundamental or better background in negotiated government contracting, and government contract regulatory compliance related responsibilities. It will benefit individuals with responsibilities for developing and conducting internal compliance audits and oversight reviews as well as contractors who wish to establish, improve or update existing systems of internal controls. Overall, this course will enhance skills in government contract compliance risk management. Who should attend:
Compliance Professionals
Audit and Internal Controls Professionals
Finance and Accounting Professionals
Small Business professionals
Prime Contractors
Contract Managers and Administrators
Senior Level Contracts Professionals
Learning Objectives:
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Understand the nature and intent of business systems compliance requirements
Create Internal control risk management and compliance models
Develop Inter-relationships between accounting and other related systems
Understand The types of compliance internal controls
Recognize indicators of risk/vulnerability and potential non-compliance in business systems
The adequacy qualities, government oversight approaches and significant compliance issues related to various business systems. This live virtual course is eligible for both CLE and CPE credit. Virtual 		24DCAA Contractor Business Systems and Internal ControlsDCAA Contractor Business Systems and Internal ControlsTime: 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
This virtual course focuses on the development of internal controls for compliance with the DFARS defined Business Systems: Accounting, Estimating, Material Management and Accounting System (MMAS), Earned Value Management (EVM), Purchasing, and Property. The course emphasizes the role of the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) in auditing and evaluating contractors’ internal controls. In fact, DCAA has continuously developed new audit programs for assessing contractors’ compliance with the detailed requirements of the DFARS. This has been an evolution that has resulted in shifting emphases by DCAA up to and including the present time. The Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) has similarly adjusted its review criteria as well. The instruction provides recommended and proven approaches to develop, maintain, and monitor internal business system controls for compliance with Government contract requirements including FAR and DFARS business system requirements. This course is recommended for those individuals who have a fundamental or better background in negotiated government contracting, and government contract regulatory compliance related responsibilities. It will benefit individuals with responsibilities for developing and conducting internal compliance audits and oversight reviews as well as contractors who wish to establish, improve or update existing systems of internal controls. Overall, this course will enhance skills in government contract compliance risk management. Who should attend:
Compliance Professionals
Audit and Internal Controls Professionals
Finance and Accounting Professionals
Small Business professionals
Prime Contractors
Contract Managers and Administrators
Senior Level Contracts Professionals
Learning Objectives:
After completing this course, you will be able to:
Understand the nature and intent of business systems compliance requirements
Create Internal control risk management and compliance models
Develop Inter-relationships between accounting and other related systems
Understand The types of compliance internal controls
Recognize indicators of risk/vulnerability and potential non-compliance in business systems
The adequacy qualities, government oversight approaches and significant compliance issues related to various business systems. This live virtual course is eligible for both CLE and CPE credit. Virtual 		25 26 27 28
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  • 23MayThompson Grants Workshop: ProcurementProcurement provisions in the Office of Management and Budget’s uniform guidance are essential to ensuring recipients of federal grant award obtain supplies and services in a manner that upholds transparency, equity and compliance with federal, state and local laws. To this end, grant recipients must be aware of these provisions, including the applicable procurement methods and thresholds, how to obtain full and open competition, and how to conduct a cost or price analysis. Grants management can be complex, but you can make more informed decisions about how to best spend your federal funding by developing internal policies and procedures that implement these procurement provisions.. Attending this Thompson Grants Workshop will enable you, as well as your organization or team, to get up-to-speed on the various procurement thresholds, when they apply and the steps you must take to remain compliant. If your organization can’t demonstrate adequate internal controls over your procurement system, your current and future funding could be at risk of potential mismanagement. With your registration, you will receive: ✓ A half-day, expert-led workshop
    ✓ Ability to earn CE Credits (Live virtual attendees only)     Please note that the workshop will be recorded.     Virtual 8:00 am - 5:00 pmLearn More »
  • 28MayIntroduction to FAR Flow DownsThis course will introduce the FAR flow downs, including why clauses need to be flowed down and how to navigate through FAR and its prescriptions, provisions, and clauses. We briefly discuss supplements to the FAR including DFARS and the structure of a prime contract. Finally, we will focus on the types of flow down clauses including some examples to illustrate the information provided in this session. Instructors: Cobina Walkland, Manager & Kimberly Rinder, Senior Manager, Capital Edge Consulting Live Virtual Training 11:30 am - 1:30 pmLearn More »
  • 29MayCost Accounting Practice Changes and Cost Impacts (#3)Cost Accounting Practice Changes and Cost Impacts - Session 3 - CAS - Beyond Just the Standards Series 2024 This is session 3 of 3 in the CAS - Beyond Just the Standards series. Once a contractor has a contract subject to full CAS coverage, it is important to understand how to make a change to a disclosed cost accounting practice. This session will include a discussion of (Learning Objectives):
    What is considered an accounting practice change?
    What does not meet the definition of an accounting practice change?
    What are common triggers for a cost accounting practice change?
    Additionally, the course will dive into cost impact proposals covering when a proposal is required, the timing for submission, and how impacts are calculated. The course also includes a case study for hands-on experience with a cost impact calculation.     This live webinar is eligible for both CLE and CPE credit.
    NOTE: CPE/CLE credit for attendees are subject to participation and approval by the governing boards.         Webinar 12:00 pm - 2:00 pmLearn More »
  • 29MayPart 1: Basics of Competition and Defining Market ResearchMaximizing Competition & Small Business Utilization through Effective Market Research - Part 1: Basics of Competition and Defining Market Research (1 of 3) This three-part course will focus on maximizing competition and small business utilization in contractors’ procurement activities. In addition to exploring FAR-based competition, we will also explore market research strategies and channels to increase the competitive field in contractors’ subcontracting and procurements. This will include means by which to identify potential small business and other socio-economic firms for inclusion in your organization’s competitive procurements. This program is intended for procurement, subcontracting, supply chain, contracts, small business advocates, and compliance professionals. Part 1: Basics of Competition and Defining Market Research Part 2: Market Research Strategies to Maximize Competition and Small Business Utilization Part 3: The Intersection of Market Research & FAR-based Compliance Instructor: Kristina Staley, Senior Manager, Capital Edge Consulting, Inc. 3-Part Webinar Series 2:00 pm - 4:00 pmLearn More »
  • 4JunMaximize Travel Cost Recovery - FAR Part 31.205-46 (PCI)During this 2-hour program we will take a deep dive into the Travel Costs cost principle, FAR 31.205-46, and examine the “dos” and “don’ts” of charging certain travel costs to the Federal government. We will examine the regulations, DCAA guidance, and document retention requirements surrounding the cost principle. We’ll also provide contractors with tips for ensuring that they maximize travel cost recovery without running afoul of allowability requirements. Join the CapEdge team as they discuss: - What types of travel costs can be charged to the Government?
    - Maximizing travel cost recovery
    - FTR/JTR Impact         Virtual Course 2:00 pm - 4:00 pmLearn More »
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