A unique, advanced course for contract professionals. Many Institute graduates return each year to stay on top of the latest developments in Goverment Contracting.
Every year, since 1972, we have offered a specially conceived, advanced program in Government contracting: The Masters Institute In Government Contracting. We are pleased to once again offer the Institute-completely updated for this presentation.
The foundation of the Institute is its exceptional faculty - five professionals who are yours for five days. These individuals will not "teach" you Government procurement. Rather, they will take you beyond, delving into areas which have not been fully explored; considering problems to which there may be no immediate, definite answers; proposing strategies that can directly affect your activities. The Institute is specifically designed for Government contract professionals who are already well experienced in procurement.
Each day will be spent in a variety of ways: Lectures, case studies, illustrative examples, group discussions, individual questioning, and considering questions on any procurement subject - not only on matters scheduled to be raised that day. In addition, Institute attendees will receive several Manuals of original materials prepared by the faculty. Finally, we believe you will greatly benefit from your association with the other attendees - all of whom are expected to be on your professional level.
This Institute is, in short, a unique educational endeavor. In our view, it continues to be one of the most exhilarating procurement programs we offer. We trust your view will be similar.
DAY ONE: Johnson on Federal Contracting
W. Stanfield Johnson of Washington, DC Senior Partner: Crowell & Moring, LLP. Former Chairman of the Bids & Protests Committee, the Court of Claims Committee, and the Disclosure of Information Committee of the American Bar Association’s Section of Public Contract Law. Has written and lectured extensively on procurement and for the Briefing Papers series. Lecturer for universities and for numerous professional associations.
Areas of Discussion: The Government contracts “system”—how it really works and how you can work within it. The institutions that “control” Government contracts—Congress, procuring agencies, GAO, OFPP. Judicial tribunals—how they reach decisions, and make rules, and how to best approach them for relief.
DAY TWO: Nash on Changes & Equitable Adjustments
Ralph C. Nash, Jr. of Washington, DC Professor of Law Emeritus at George Washington University's National Law Center, where he has taught Federal Government Contracting subjects for 45 years. Professor Nash is the most widely recognized expert in the field of Government Contracting. He established the first and still most prominent Program in Government Contracting at George Washington University in 1961. Professor Nash teaches and writes widely in this area, and he consults and acts as an expert witness for government agencies, companies, and law firms nationwide.
Areas of Discussion: Professor Nash has literally "written the book" on Government Contract Changes. The new edition of the book which will be provided to all attendees. Both government and contractor personnel will gain unique insights into the Changes Clause and its operation under Federal Contracts. The Changes Clause is the most important standard provision in a Federal contract as it routinely allows for increases and decreases in contract price after competition and award of contract. Professor Nash will comprehensively explain the most current issues and strategies confronting both the government and contractors using this clause.
DAY THREE: Sullivan on Source Selection and Negotiations
Timothy Sullivan of Washington, DC Partner in the Washington, DC law offices of Thompson Coburn LLP where he specializes in Government contract matters. Former procurement official and contract negotiator for the Central Intelligence Agency. Frequent lecturer on all phases of Government procurement for business groups, professional associations and educational institutions. Author of articles and texts on contracting and Government contract negotiations.
Areas of Discussion: Contract formation and source selection; Past performance evaluation; Commercial item acquisition; Contracting for services; Contract negotiations in the new acquisition environment.
DAY FOUR: DeVecchio on Claims and Terminations
Jay DeVecchio of Washington, DC Partner in Jenner & Block's Washington, DC office. Represents clients in all facets of Government procurement law from bid protests through complex claims and disputes to suspension, debarment and terminations. Represents clients in related issues such as criminal and civil fraud, qui tam actions, and internal investigations. His litigation experience includes high-profile cases on defective pricing, latent defects, and false claims. His clients are primarily from the aerospace, health care, and technology sectors. He is a recognized leader in the field of intellectual property rights in Government contracts, lecturing nationwide on the subject for Federal Publications Seminars.
Areas of Discussion: Practical and strategy issues in preparing and defending claims for both government and contractor personnel. Concentration on the issue of avoiding statutory and procedural pitfalls for both sides in the process, and using the unwritten processes to obtain a fair result for both sides. In the termination for convenience and default termination area, the concentration will be on the practical and strategy issues that arise. Discussion of how to avoid both types of terminations and how to minimize or maximize recovery depending on which party you represent.
DAY FIVE: Rosen on Costs and Accounting
Louis Rosen of Washington, D.C. Certified Public Accountant and attorney, Government Contract Services, Ernst & Young, LLP. Former Associate Director of the Cost Accounting Standards Board. Member of the Government Contract Costs, Pricing & Accounting Report Steering Committee. Has spoken on Government contract business and financial issues for industry and professional groups and educational institutions. Member of the Association of Government Accountants, the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the American Bar Association. Areas of Discussion: Contractors’ recovery of costs and profits. Commercial product exemptions. Cash flows. Defective pricing of Government contracts. Cost Accounting Standards.
Areas of Discussion: Contractors’ recovery of costs and profits. Commercial product exemptions. Cash flows. Defective pricing of Government contracts. Cost Accounting Standards.