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Virtual Events
Dec 4-8, 2023
FAR Week - Virtual December 2023
The three courses offered during this FAR Week training by Federal Publications Seminars are designed to give you a solid, practical understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation so that you can comply with the complex requirements and avoid pitfalls by anticipating and resolving potential problems.
Virtual Events
Dec 4-8, 2023
Cybersecurity Institute Virtual - Dec. 2023
Courses offered during the redesigned virtual Cybersecurity Institute will equip you with an understanding of the complicated and sometimes contradictory laws and regulations.
Topical Weeklongs
Dec 4-8, 2023
FAR Week DC - December 2023
The three courses offered during this FAR Week are designed to give you a solid, practical understanding of the Federal Acquisition Regulation so that you can comply with the complex requirements and avoid pitfalls by anticipating and resolving potential problems.
Public Classroom
Dec 6-8, 2023
Basics of Government Contracting
Federal Publications Seminars (FPS) presents a fundamental course - an in-depth study of the entire federal government contract procurement process with emphasis on the practical, and the keys to success in today's contract world. The course will provide a strong foundation on which to build greater subject-matter expertise. This is also for more experienced professionals who will gain a freshened understanding and heightened awareness of issues, and improved ability to operate successfully in the ever-changing world of government contracting.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Dec 6, 2023
DFARs Workshop
Get valuable understanding of the Defense Federal Acquisition Regs Supplement in a classroom setting.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Dec 7-8, 2023
Advanced FAR Workshop
An advanced review of the major issues and updates of the FAR with case studies and class discussion.
Offered In-House
Live Webinars
Dec 7, 2023
11 AM-12 PM EST
Understanding DoD Assessment Requirements - Session 3 - Fundamentals of Cybersecurity and Regulatory Updates 2023
Fundamentals of Cybersecurity and Regulatory Updates Webinar Series - 2023
In this session, we will explore the presence of existing Department of Defense cybersecurity assessment requirements, including DFARS 252.204-7019, DFARS 252.204-7020, and the development and pending arrival of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). We will provide an detailed examination of the NIST 800-171 assessment methodology required by -7019 and -7020, and highlight some of the key challenges contractors are likely to face as they implement these requirements. We will also provide insight as to the future of CMMC and how contractors can best prepare for the coming obligations. Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be familiar with the basics of the DoD NIST 800-171 assessment requirements and will be able to think critically about how these requirements will apply to and impact their organization. They will be up to date on the developments in CMMC and able to identify key steps that should be taken proactively to ensure compliance and avoid liability. This live webinar is eligible for CPE and CLE credit.
CPE, CLE
Live Webinars
Dec 7, 2023
2:00-3:30 PM EST
Procurement University 2023 - Session 9 - DCAA/DCMA Reviews and Audits
Procurement University - 2023
This session will provide an overview of the reviews and audits conducted by the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA). Learn about the types of audits, how to address the audit process, and how to deal with audit positions and written findings. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Be able to describe the similarities and differences between a review and an audit;  Understand what areas DCAA is responsible for auditing and DCMA is responsible for reviewing;  Understand the current DCMA and DCAA initiatives and how they impact the contracting industry;  Recognize potential challenges and corresponding mitigation strategies for auditees; and  Understand current auditor expectations and challenges.
CPE, CLE
Public Classroom
Dec 11-15, 2023
The Masters Institute in Government Contracting
A unique, advanced course for government contract professionals. Institute considers problems without definite answers and proposes strategies that will inform your work.
Offered In-House
Live Webinars
Dec 11, 2023
1:00-1:30 PM EST
FPS OnePass: Government Contract's #1 Training Solution
This 30-minute webcast will review the value proposition of the FPS OnePass solution in detail for individuals, groups, and enterprises. Hear from FPS president Andy King on why the organization is moving in this direction and learn about the value customers can expect. Questions are welcomed and encouraged.
Live Webinars
Dec 13, 2023
11 AM-12 PM EST
The FPS Federal GovCon Quarterly Brief - Q4 2023
New regulations, executive orders, class deviations, statutes, protests, and litigation all ensure that the compliance landscape for government contracts is always evolving at a breakneck pace. These changes can be difficult to track, but Federal Publication Seminars' Quarterly Update gathers the most significant changes and distills them for government contracting professionals. That usually (but not always) includes updates to:  Cybersecurity requirements  Changes to labor regulations and enforcement  Domestic preferences; and  Small business regulations Each session will be jammed packed with the latest information and is a valuable tool in staying up to date in an ever-changing environment.
CPE, CLE
Live Webinars
Dec 14, 2023
11 AM-12 PM EST
Supply Chain Management and Cybersecurity Updates - Session 4 - Fundamentals of Cybersecurity and Regulatory Updates 2023
Fundamentals of Cybersecurity and Regulatory Updates Webinar Series - 2023
In this session, we will discuss the pair of Proposed Rules issued in October 2023 (addressing "Cyber Threat and Incident Reporting and Information Sharing" and "Standardizing Cybersecurity Requirements for Unclassified Federal Information Systems"), and will explore the implications of those Proposed Rules for contractors. We will also identify how to ensure that good cybersecurity hygiene flows through a contractor's supply chain, and discuss the Defense Contract Management Agency's (DCMA) mandate to examine contractor compliance with cybersecurity requirements as part of its Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR) and its implications for contractors in the near future. Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, students will be prepared for the future of cybersecurity requirements. They will understand how to ensure cybersecurity hygiene in their supply chain, and be prepared to proactively address their purchasing procedures in anticipation of DCMA reviews. Students will also gain insight as to the likely next developments in and implications of Federal cybersecurity initiatives. This live webinar is eligible for CPE and CLE credit.
CPE, CLE
Live Webinars
Dec 19, 2023
12-1 PM EST
Unlock Compliance - MMAS: Learn How to Make GovCon Business Systems Audits Easier
Navigating the complexities of project manufacturing becomes more difficult with the added intricacies of government oversight and regulations. However, compliance with Material Management and Accounting Systems (MMAS) doesn't have to be a Herculean task. Join us to unearth strategic methods to make your GovCon Business Systems audits less strenuous and more streamlined. We will: 1) Journey through the labyrinth of the big 10 MMAS requirements 2) You'll get key insights into who conducts the audit and why 3) Vital knowledge and strategies to ensure continued compliance, helping your business stay aligned with government customers and deliver on commitments without a hitch. 4) Equip yourself with the know-how to transform the MMAS audit process from a painstaking challenge into a seamless part of your business operations.
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Why Choose FPS?
  • Top Quality
    SMEs
    Federal Publications Seminars instructors are nationally recognized specialists in government contracting. They are not only experts in their subject areas, but are proven educators – able to communicate the material in terms you can effectively relate to your individual government contracting...
  • Private,
    Tailored
    Courses
    FPSCustom training is developed for you and delivered to you. You choose the time and place that’s most convenient. You also choose the platform: in a classroom setting; live/online; on-demand/online; or blended (classroom plus FPSOnline Subscription). Courses will be tailored specifi...
  • Accreditation
    CPE/CLE
    We take the work out of accreditation and do it for you! Certificates of completion will be provided to all seminar participants who attended Federal Publications Seminars courses and seminars following the event upon request. All FPSCustom courses are accredited for CLE (Continuing Legal Education)...
  • Breadth &
    Depth of
    Content
    Choose from any of the hundreds of unique FPS courses from the past or currently offered to the public – OR we will create a new course based on the needs of your company, agency or department. We can also provide live webinars or on-demand, online courses. FPSCustom provides robust, practical...
  • Scalable
    Training
    FPS will design high quality training courses designed to reach audiences of any size. There is no minimum number of participants required. Your team will build essential skills and competencies in an efficient manner. FPSCustom gives you the flexibility to build in your own internal requirements in...
  • Cost Effective
    Training
    Your organization will eliminate travel costs, hotel expenses, per diem and lost productivity. Well-trained employees who know and understand the ever-changing rules and regulations in government contracting can save your organization thousands of dollars each year.
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  • I liked how the instructor could relate stories from experience to the topics he discussed. It helped with the clarification of the material he presented. He is very good at "teaching." I would recommend this class.
    —Jill, Senior Contract Manager
  • The instructor was phenomenal. Great instruction amplified by relevant and varied experience, and he was engaging. Would definitely like to take a course with FPS again.
    —Hope, Director of Contracts
  • Federal Publications offerings are some of the best I have ever attended. I attended my first in DC, the Basics of Government Contracting, back in the early 1990s. Fond memories!
    —Amy, Director of Contracts