Training & Events

Upcoming Events

• 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 »
• 5JunContractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR) - GMUThis course addresses the current Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) environment industry is facing, including the challenges and nuances of the pandemic-caused pivot to the virtual CPSR setting. We will also explore the subject matter areas and common pitfalls that contractors are repeatedly encountering through their CPSRs. This course is recommended for individuals who are responsible for: US Government contractor purchasing or subcontracting; implementing and maintaining adequate purchasing systems; and supporting US Government CPSRs. Instructor: Chase Kunk, Managing Partner, Capital Edge Consulting Online Jun 5 - Jun 610:00 am - 1:15 pmLearn More »