WPI and NCMA Wisconsin Chapter CFCM Session 9: FAR Parts 42-53 – Webinar

Speaker: Daryl Zahn, CFCM,  Manager Contracts and Compliance, DRS Power and Control Technologies, Inc. The ninth session of the FAR review will cover FAR parts 42-53. You can view the FAR by CLICKING HERE. Part 42: Contract Administration and Audit Services Part 43: Contract Modifications Part 44: Subcontracting Policies and Procedures Part 45: Government Property Part 46: Quality […]

Acquisition Hour: Flow-Down Clauses: Management and Responsibilities for Federal Contractors

A Federal prime contractor flows down to the subcontractor mandatory terms and conditions. The subcontractor must comply with these obligations under their contract with the prime. The level of risk and associated costs, for both prime and subcontractors, can be significantly impacted by these flow down clauses. A contractor must be aware and have a thorough understanding […]

Acquisition Hour: Writing Sole Source Determinations

This webinar will discuss the widely held beliefs by many Government contractors that certain provisions of the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) dictate the reasons a contractor may use to justify a sole source determination. Discussion will include review of the FAR provisions, their applicability to sole source determinations and rationale contractors may use to make […]

Acquisition Hour: Update on the Hour Wage Labor Law

This session will provide attendees with an update on federal wage-hour laws to help employers maintain compliance with Davis-Bacon and Related Acts, Service Contract Act and Fair Labor Standards Act provisions. A particular emphasis will be placed on the application of these laws in the construction industry. This webinar will cover: Prevailing wages Completing certified […]

Acquisition Hour: Learning About the Surety Bond Guarantee From the U.S SBA

The U. S. Small Business Administration’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program can help your small business obtain contract bid, performance, & payment bonds. Surety bonds help small businesses win contracts by providing the customer with a guarantee that the work will be completed. Many public and private contracts require surety bonds, which are offered by surety […]

Acquisition Hour: The U.S. SBA 8(a) Certification Program and HUBZone Certification

The U.S. SBA 8(a) Certification Program Businesses that are considered Small Disadvantaged Businesses (SDB) due to social and economic disadvantage may qualify for certification under the 8(a) program. This presentation is recommended for any small business that may qualify as socially and economically disadvantaged, and would benefit from the benefits of the 8(a) program. This […]

Acquisition Hour: Introduction to Certifications Available to Woman Owned Businesses

Woman-owned businesses can receive advantage when selling to various Public and Private entities. In most cases, a certification process must be completed to qualify.  It is important for business to understand the certification requirements and the potential benefits to their business prior to investing their time and resources in the certification process. This webinar will […]

Acquisition Hour: Innovation in the Federal Marketplace

The Federal Innovation Marketplace is alive and well. It seems to be both evolving and expanding. It may very well be your next customer and you may have an idea that will be instrumental in solving or taming one of the country’s most vexing problems or saving lives. This marketplace has programs, talent scouts, Venture […]

Acquisition Hour: GSA Schedule Contract Management and Administration

You now have your GSA schedule. You worked long and hard to secure that contract. It is critical to ensure that your contract is up to date and compliant to maximize the long term value of your schedule contract. This webinar will cover: First steps after you sign your contract Company-wide support from purchasing, accounting, […]