How to Recruit, Retain and Reward the Best Workers in the Market Government contracting has long been a people business, but the competition for hiring the right people has never been fiercer. And the demand seems to be outstripping supply. At this Washington Technology Power Breakfast, we’ll explore what some of the leading companies are doing to recruit and retain workers. For some companies this means opening facilities in areas not g...

This public, interactive, participant-centered 3-day course focuses on the fundamentals of the MBDi Business Development Processes® and leveraging Winning Conversations to increase revenue. This methodology and process can be applied to nearly every industry and business development situation. Continuing Education Credits are awarded for all MBDi programs toward PMI and PE certifications. Participants Learn: The competencies necessary to b...

Hear from federal government and industry about the latest acquisition trends and opportunities for small businesses in defense and intel contracting. Networking opportunities available. Light breakfast (pastries, OJ and coffee) will be provided. This eventually typically draws 150-200 attendees. It is a conference with speakers and panelist. Sponsors and speakers will be announced as they confirm.

The Advanced FAR Workshop goes beyond entry level discussion to examine important and emerging topics in greater depth using cases studies and current examples. Topics Covered Include: Labor Laws and ApplicationCompetition RequirementsSmall Business ProgramsFederal Supply Schedule ContractingModificationsTerminationsUnique elements of Simplified Acquisition ProceduresContractor Teaming: joint ventures, mentor-protegeEvaluation Factors...

As a state or local government agency, you can save time and money by using GSA programs to acquire supplies and services. We offer you access to a multitude of pre-vetted Multiple Award Schedules contracts, all backed by a nationwide network of experts, as well as a suite of online tools you can use to research and acquire the solutions you need.When you attend this free half day seminar, your local program experts will share with you the si...

The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) is the source document when contracting with the procurement offices of both federal defense and civilian agencies for the purchase goods and services. A close and detailed working knowledge of the FAR is mandatory for government, contractor, and subcontractor personnel in order to maintain the best possible contracts and compliance with its requirements. This two-day FAR “Less Complicated...

The trend toward more Task Order contracts continues including the use of GWACs, Strategic Sourcing initiatives and cross-agency agreements. Agencies establish patterns of use of Task Order contracts and make proclamations about future use, which sometimes come to fruition and sometimes don’t. Being on the right vehicle and being successful in the pursuit of Task Orders present multiple levels of challenges to the government contractor....

Join Jennifer Schaus & Associates for the 9th Annual FEDERAL FISCAL NEW YEAR SOIREE. Monday, October 22, 2018 5.30pm - 7.30pm At The John F Kennedy Center - KC Cafe - TERRACE LEVEL Network with over 200 Federal Contractors and Meet With Federal AgenciesConfirmed Federal Agencies: HHS & GSAMore agencies announced as they confirm. Info, Sponsorships, Registration at https://fiscalnew102218.eventbrite.com

Join NCMA HQ as we host a full-day education and networking seminar. Attendees will receive extensive hands-on learning and scheduled opportunities to network with peers! Participants will earn 6.5 CPE/CLPs. Through hands-on experience you will learn how commercial contracts are priced and negotiated. Participants will work in buyer and seller teams (either government-to-industry or business-to-business perspectives) to perform assignments. P...

Readiness, Wholeness and Future Capability — Keys to Expanding Maritime Superiority.The American Society of Naval Engineers (ASNE) Fleet Maintenance & Modernization Symposium (FMMS) is an annual event, alternating between Hampton Roads and San Diego, bringing together the entire naval ship maintenance and modernization community like no other forum. US military vessels and ships are some of the most complex modern marvels of the 21s...