Dovetailing on its successful long-running GSA and VA Federal Supply Schedule Boot Camps, and in response to requests, Centre Law and Consulting is pleased to introduce its newest boot camp: Federal Procurement—Boot Camp for Beginners. This fast-paced two-day boot camp combines elements of many of Centre’s basic and introductory procurement classes to give participants a complete overview of the Federal procurement process from A t...

This course is designed for any contractor who holds a GSA or VA Multiple Award Schedules contract. Having an understanding of this unique contract vehicle from the Government contracting professional’s perspective will benefit your business and marketing efforts. You will strengthen your knowledge of Federal Supply Schedules contracting ordering procedures along with other enounces. The course covers the guidance outlined in the Federal...

Dynamic presentations and live demos from the Navy, Army and Air Force as well as industry experts; this event will showcase never-before-seen developments in the growing open market ecosystem. Live demonstrations on Systems Acquisition and Integration, Module Specification and Development, Conformance (qualification) and ultimately, Open Systems Realization. Learn how the new maturity of this technology will greatly increase defense program e...

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), under a delegation of authority from the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) administers nine Federal Supply Schedules. These schedules cover pharmaceuticals, medical, surgical, and dental supplies and equipment, patient mobility devices, allied healthcare professional staffing in Federal healthcare facilities, cost-per-test clinical laboratory analyzer, x-ray supplies, and invitro diagnostics, r...

Learn to use beta.sam.gov's Contract Opportunities search method like a pro! Let's talk about the major features of beta.sam.gov, some new capabilities that produce expanded results in comparison to fbo.gov, and the FAQ's we receive (Can I receive email updates for new opportunities published on beta.sam.gov?) Additionally, I'll include an overview of FEDinform's "three-pronged" approach to ensure you don't miss an opportunity that pertains to...

If your company is involved with federal contracting, then you are faced with a litany of employment rules and regulations you’ll need to follow in order to stay compliant. Unfortunately, many contractors are not even aware they have additional employment regulations let alone the nuances to avoiding violations. The employment laws, executive orders, and regulations applicable to federal contractors present an ever-changing sea of compli...

SDVOSB and VOSB are Encouraged to ParticipateUse the Coupon Code Vet and take $50.00 off the cost. Maximize the number of Agencies - Primes - Mentors - Contacts and Business Opportunities you can connect with in one day. Winter Showcase provides business development opportunities for vendors in a setting where they can get personal attention in successfully marketing their products, services and supplies to Defense and Civilian procurement rep...

The mission of The U.S. Department of State is to lead America’s foreign policy through diplomacy, advocacy, and assistance by advancing the interests of the American people, their safety and economic prosperity. The Federal Insights Exchange is pleased to have Scott M. McGuigan, Chief Information Officer, Department of State as our guest speaker on Tuesday, January 28, 2020 at the American Institute of Architects. Stuart McGuigan, a mem...

Education: Learning to Speak Governese & Contract Vehicles Come join us weekly as we train and prepare you to capture government contracts. These sessions are designed to prepare those enrolled in the Certified Capture Manager (CCM) Program to pass the CCM Exam and to become certified professionals. Also, these classes are open to all GCA members, partner members and the public. You're welcome to attend and audit the classes with the CCM s...

This one hour crash course will cover a basic overview of what is needed from an organization to ensure that your business processes and systems are DCAA compliant. DCAA stands for “Defense Contract Audit Agency”, and they play a vital role in the procurement and acquisition process for the Department of Defense and other agencies. Essentially, DCAA conducts audits and provide guidelines to ensure that contractors are conducting bu...