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December 2020
This is a case-based course where students apply Contracting concepts and techniques learned in prerequisite courses to meet customer supply requirements and resolve complex Contracting issues. Special emphasis is placed on applying legal concepts from CON 216, intermediate pricing concepts from CON 170 and 270, and negotiation techniques from HBS 428. Students experience the full spectrum of Contracting processes and issues by following a supply requirement through all phases of the acquisition life cycle, from acquisition planning through contract close-out. Research, analysis, and communication skills are honed through development and presentation of a critical thinking project requiring in-depth focus on one [...]
Find out moreDesigned for individuals earning their Entry/Beginner level FAC-P/PM certifications, FPM 133 is fully FAI-verified as meeting all OFPP / FAI v2.1 for the "Business, Cost Estimating, and Financial Management” Competency. This course introduces students to scheduling and cost control for Federal Government projects and provides participants with the information to estimate cost and time input to generate a WBS and then monitor projects using earned value management. Email kristen.buck@staffordservices.net to register.
Find out moreJanuary 2021
This course is designed for experienced Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs). COR Level III: Advanced Workshop looks deeper into the requirements of the COR, including knowledge related to COR roles and responsibilities; ethical and legal factors that impact COR responsibilities; and information necessary to effectively evaluate situations as a COR. More authentic exercises are given in the COR Level III: Advanced Workshop that are pertinent to an expert COR to help make correct decisions and carry out their responsibilities. Email kristen.buck@staffordservices.net to register.
Find out moreProject leaders introduce change and innovation, manage technical requirements and team challenges. Moreover, they influence, motivate, and persuade the project team to work toward a common objective. This course allows professionals to discover and define the leadership skills that are necessary for program and project managers to fulfill the mission and vision of their program and agency. The course covers a broad range of organizational leadership skills that are focused on the challenges that government employees face. It focuses on the importance of communication, adaptive leadership, conflict management, accountability, ethics and culture. Email kristen.buck@staffordservices.net to register.
Find out moreThis course focuses on the fundamentals of contract formation and management principles, as well as regulatory fundamentals and their application within the Department of Defense. It also provides practical application that can be applied immediately in the workplace across the Department of Defense (DoD) contracting organizations. Email kristen.buck@staffordservices.net to register.
Find out moreThis course is designed for contracting professionals who work or are expecting to work, in positions requiring DAWIA Level III certification in contracting. Through realistic scenario-based and research-based learning, students will work individually and collaboratively to practice developing sound business solutions as valued strategic and expert business advisors. Student coursework is designed to contribute real solutions to real acquisition problems to senior leadership and local supervisors. Email kristen.buck@staffordservices.net to register.
Find out moreFebruary 2021
This course focuses on executing the acquisition plan through soliciting industry, making the source selection decision, and awarding a contract. Students will gain the knowledge necessary to execute an acquisition that optimizes customer mission performance. They will learn techniques and benefits of early industry involvement in shaping requirements, basic procedures for the acquisition of both commercial and non-commercial requirements, effective analysis of market data, and determination of when a price is fair and reasonable. Finally, students will learn how to conduct basic competitive acquisitions, process awards, provide debriefings, and handle protests before and after contract award. Email kristen.buck@staffordservices.net to register.
Find out moreThis course provides acquisition team members with the tools and techniques needed to analyze and apply performance-based principles when developing requirements documents and effective business strategies for contractor-provided services. This course uses the following methods: The seven-step Service Acquisition process, a team-oriented approach, and multiple interactive, hands-on, learning sessions to apply the principles. Individuals that need to improve their skills in developing and defining service requirements, supporting business strategies, and effectively managing the resulting contractor performance will benefit from this course. Experienced acquisition professionals can also use this course as an opportunity to improve their understanding of the Service Acquisition Process. [...]
Find out moreThe intent of this course is to provide further instruction on the principles of requirements development and systems management. The lessons presented are intended to help students gain a more thorough understanding of requirements development and management processes, systems engineering, test and evaluation, and lifecycle logistics performance outcomes necessary for intermediate level Program & Project Managers. Email kristen.buck@staffordservices.net to register.
Find out moreThis course is designed for Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs) who are responsible for assuring that contractors perform in accordance with the terms and conditions of the contract. COR 222 will provide CORs the breadth of knowledge required to perform their role, including knowledge related to COR roles and responsibilities, as well as fundamentals of contracting regulations, types, phases, and other elements; awareness of ethical and legal factors that impact COR responsibilities; and information necessary to effectively evaluate situations, apply knowledge gained, and make correct decisions to carry out COR responsibilities. Email kristen.buck@staffordservices.net to register.
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