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Live Webinars
Jul 2, 2026
12-1 PM EDT
The Fundamentals of the Buy American Act - Session 1 - The Buy American Act and Domestic Preference Series 2026
The Buy American Act and Domestic Preference Series 2026
In this webinar, students will be introduced to the Buy American Act and the clauses and regulations implementing the BAA.
Virtual Live
Jul 8, 2026
10 AM-5 PM EDT
The Masters Institute in Government Contract Accounting - Live Virtual Course July 2026
The course is highly interactive with in-depth discussion and instruction on advance issues in Accounting. Participants will get a better understanding of the new and emerging rules impacting accounting and how to manage/incorporating new requirements into operations, reporting and compliance areas.
Virtual Live
Jul 9, 2026
10 AM-5 PM EDT
Managing Profitability on Government Contracts - Live Virtual Course July 2026
Balancing risk and reward is essential for any business, and managers are responsible for ensuring that organizational activities align with profitability goals. Businesses that contract directly with the federal government face a unique set of risks and opportunities. Understanding how to navigate these risks and the specific conditions of federal contracting is critical for managers to achieve their objectives.
Live Webinars
Jul 9, 2026
12-1 PM EDT
The Fundamentals of the Trade Agreements Act - Session 2 - The Buy American Act and Domestic Preference Series 2026
The Buy American Act and Domestic Preference Series 2026
In this webinar, we will introduce the Trade Agreements Act and explore when and how it applies, with a particular focus on how it interacts with the Buy American Act.
Live Webinars
Jul 9, 2026
2-4 PM EDT
CAS Part 1 - Session 4 - Procurement University Series 2026
Procurement University 2026
In this session, we will discuss Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) including both full and modified CAS coverage.
Live Webinars
Jul 10, 2026
12-1 PM EDT
Tariff Updates: Refunds, Litigation, and U.S. Tariff Actions and Potential Mitigation Strategies
This webinar will provide an overview of the landscape of new U.S. tariff actions under the current administration.
Live Webinars
Jul 14, 2026
12:00-1:30 PM EDT
Terminations for Convenience - Session 1 - Terminations for Convenience and Default: Practical Advice and Approaches Series 2026
Terminations for Convenience and Default: Practical Advice & Approaches Webinar Series - 2026
This webinar will explain in plain English how the termination provisions work and will offer practical advice on how best to position yourself to avoid or deal with a termination.
Virtual Live
Jul 15, 2026
10 AM-5 PM EDT
Federal Subcontracting for Primes and Subs - Live Virtual Course July 2026
During the course we'll review proposal generation, cost and pricing requirements, negotiation of appropriate terms and conditions, performance schedule, pricing, and payment schedules leading up to the award of a subcontract.
Live Webinars
Jul 16, 2026
12-1 PM EDT
The BAA/TAA and DOD - Session 3 - The Buy American Act and Domestic Preference Series 2026
The Buy American Act and Domestic Preference Series 2026
In this course, we will take a tour through the domestic preference requirements that apply to Department of Defense procurements.
Live Webinars
Jul 21, 2026
12:00-1:30 PM EDT
Terminations for Default - Session 2 - Terminations for Convenience and Default: Practical Advice and Approaches Series 2026
Terminations for Convenience and Default: Practical Advice & Approaches Webinar Series - 2026
This webinar will explain in plain English how the termination provisions work and will offer practical advice on how best to position yourself to avoid or deal with a termination.
Live Webinars
Jul 22, 2026
12-1 PM EDT
Navigating the 2025 - 2026 Executive Orders on DEI: Implications for Federal Contractors, Subcontractors and Grant Recipients
This presentation provides an overview of the 2025 and 2026 Presidential Executive Orders affecting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs and examines their impact on organizations that contract with or receive funding from the federal government.
Live Webinars
Jul 23, 2026
12-1 PM EDT
IIJA, BABA, Other Recent Developments in Buy American Compliance - Session 4 - The BAA and Domestic Preference Series 2026
In this final webinar, we will explore the rapidly changing domestic preference landscape. We will provide an update of recent proposed and final changes to the BAA/TAA regulations, new domestic preference enforcement activity, and will review recent developments and forecast upcoming changes to the laws and regulations that dictate the application of domestic preference in Government procurement. In particular, we will explore the recent Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA), which add more stringent Buy America rules to all federally funded infrastructure and public works projects. LEARNING OBJECTIVES: After completing this course, you will be able to: · Understand recent Buy American regulatory changes · Prepare for new and increased Buy American enforcement activity · Know the requirements of the Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act and when they apply · Understand how to navigate agency application (and waiver) of BABA requirements to Federal financial assistance programs for infrastructure
Destination Weeklongs
Jul 27-31, 2026
Hilton Head Government Contracts Week 2026
Join FPS for the 35th year of the government contracting industry's premier training conference during July 27 - 31, 2026.
Public Classroom
Jul 27, 2026
AI Guidance from the U.S. Government - Briefing on the New AI Act
The course continues covering the EU's (European Union's) new legislation on AI. The legislation describes a risk management approach to AI that is a clear pathway to follow toward successfully implementing AI in an ethical AI environment.
Public Classroom
Jul 27-28, 2026
Basic Export Controls - ITAR, EAR and Sanctions
A fundamental overview of U.S. Export Controls and Sanctions.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 27-29, 2026
Basics of Government Contracting
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
Jul 27-28, 2026
Building Indirect Rate Structures Workshop
This course will look at how indirect rates are developed, from understanding the basic cost accounting concepts to hands-on development of indirect rates utilizing financial data, and lots of learning in between
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 27-28, 2026
Cost Reimbursement Contracting
In this course, we will discuss the experience of cost reimbursable contracting from proposal to closeout. We will address when cost reimbursable contract types are appropriate, significant differences from fixed-price contracts, and the regulations relevant to cost reimbursable contracts. We will also provide an understanding of cost accounting requirements and the auditability of these contract types with best practices to manage contract profitability.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 27-29, 2026
FAR Workshop & Overhaul: Current Rules and Emerging Changes
This three-day workshop provides contracting professionals with the knowledge and skills to effectively understand and apply the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) in daily acquisition activities. Participants will not only master the current FAR framework but also gain critical insights into the FAR Overhaul process and the potential impact of upcoming changes on acquisition strategies and contract management.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 27-28, 2026
Government Contract Accounting
A special two-day course on accounting principles, accounting systems, and cost principles as they relate to procurement activities with the federal government.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 27, 2026
Managing Government Contract Audits
This course will take you through the full audit process when dealing with government auditors. As with any audit, questions arise and the amount of documentation and requests can be enormously burdensome. However, this class will take you through some tips and tricks so as you can be more effective in answering questions and developing responses to ensure a smooth audit process.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 27-28, 2026
Supply Chain Management - Strategies and Tactics for Primes and Subs
Learn best practices in supply chain management, compliance, and risk resilience for government contractors and procurement leaders.
Public Classroom
Jul 27-28, 2026
The Government Contract Intellectual Property Workshop
This course examines IP rights under government contracts and issues facing Government Contractors and Government Agencies.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 27, 2026
The Masters Institute Series: Statutes, Regulations & Policy Updates
Understand how federal statutes, regulations, and policy changes shape government contracting, including NDAA updates and evolving acquisition priorities.
Public Classroom
Jul 27-28, 2026
The Service Contract Act
Teaches Service Contract Act's labor requirements, when they are applicable, and how to incorporate them.
Offered In-House
Virtual Live
Jul 27, 2026
8 AM-3 PM EDT
Cost Reimbursement Contracting - Live Virtual Course July 2026
In this course, we will discuss the experience of cost reimbursable contracting from proposal to closeout. We will address when cost reimbursable contract types are appropriate, significant differences from fixed-price contracts, and the regulations relevant to cost reimbursable contracts. We will also provide an understanding of cost accounting requirements and the auditability of these contract types with best practices to manage contract profitability.
Public Classroom
Jul 28, 2026
Government Contract Oversight - Audits, Reviews and Investigations
This one-day fast-paced seminar provides new as well as existing government contractors with a fundamental understanding of contract oversight including audits and other reviews which test a contractor for compliance with solicitation clauses or contract clauses. This concentrated will link compliance with timing, pre-award versus post-award, as well connecting compliance with the various government agencies and in some cases private (non-government) firms with oversight/audit roles and responsibilities.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 28, 2026
Government Furnished Property
Concentrated training on the information and skills needed by contractor and Government personnel to effectively use and manage Government furnished property.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 28, 2026
Negotiating Skills for Government Contractors
Negotiations are important to winning government contracts - and to win it so as both sides have a mutual benefit and a good working relationship after the award. This course covers the specifics of negotiating contracts and subcontract provisions, prices and claims including teaming agreements, subcontract agreements, new/contingent hiring, and terms & conditions. During this 1-day course, you will learn the when and why to negotiate as well as basic concepts. You will learn what can be negotiated and the key steps to planning, so that everyone understands the objectives to the negotiations.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 28, 2026
The Masters Institute Series: Changes and Equitable Adjustments
Learn how to manage contract changes and equitable adjustments, including pricing impacts, claims development, and contractor rights under the Changes clause.
Virtual Live
Jul 28, 2026
8 AM-3 PM EDT
Government Furnished Property - Live Virtual Course July 2026 NEW
Concentrated training on the information and skills needed by contractor and Government personnel to effectively use and manage Government furnished property.
FPS Summits and Forums
Jul 29, 2026
Cocktails & Conversations - Panel Insights into Today's GovCon Challenges - July 2026
This complimentary panel, held exclusively at our weeklong, will explore timely and complex issues facing contractors today.
FPS Summits and Forums
Jul 29, 2026
Cocktails & Conversations - Panel Insights into Today's GovCon Challenges - July 2026 Virtual
This complimentary panel, held exclusively at our weeklong, will explore timely and complex issues facing contractors today.
Public Classroom
Jul 29, 2026
Advanced Export Controls - ITAR and EAR
An advanced course on U.S. export controls and sanctions with practical exercises and content addressing recent developments and more complex issues.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 29-30, 2026
Changes and Equitable Adjustments in Government Contracts
This is a core course in government contracts and the training will address a wide spectrum of topics relating to government contract changes.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 29-31, 2026
Cost Accounting Standards
A comprehensive course in government contract requirements with key instruction by specialists in accounting and law.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 29-30, 2026
Cost and Price Analysis in Government Contracts
Effective, immediate actionable information on contract pricing techniques for contractor and government personnel involved in contract or subcontract pricing.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 29, 2026
Developing Cost and Price Proposals
Responding to a government RFP requires a significant amount of time and resources. This course is designed to give participants the foundation necessary to create comprehensive and competitive pricing bids for government contracts. Becoming an expert at responding to government procurements can take many years. This course, however, provides the basis to reduce the learning curve dramatically.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 29-30, 2026
Disclosure Statements and Cost Accounting Practices
A focused workshop on Cost Accounting Standards (CAS) Disclosure Statements.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 29, 2026
FAR Fundamentals for Subcontract Management: Navigating Compliance with Confidence
Deep dive into FAR compliance for subcontractors. Gain tools to manage risk, flow down clauses, and prepare for CPSR audits.
Public Classroom
Jul 29, 2026
Protecting Government Data - CMMC, FedRAMP and FISMA Explained
This course continues to change as the government keeps a step ahead of bad actors. The course will review the recent cybersecurity history and set the stage for our current position. We will walk through the various statutes, standards, and challenges the contracting industry faces in compliance.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 29, 2026
Taking the Mystery Out of Data Rights
This one-day course will simplify and clarify the data rights clauses in ways you have not previously experienced. Whether you are new to contracting or a seasoned veteran, you will walk away understanding exactly how the data rights clauses work and be well-armed with practical, valuable insights.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 29-31, 2026
The Masters Institute in Government Contract Cost and Pricing - Current Topics
The Masters Institute in Government Contracts Cost and Pricing - Current Topics is an advanced program that is designed to address recent developments relating to the complex set of cost accounting rules, regulations, requirements, and practices that government contractors must address in making critical business decisions.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 29, 2026
The Masters Institute Series: Formation, Source Selection & Past Performance
Explore contract formation, source selection, and past performance evaluation in federal contracting, including key strategies and common pitfalls in the pre-award process.
Public Classroom
Jul 29, 2026
The Masters Institute Series: Formation, Source Selection & Past Performance
Explore contract formation, source selection, and past performance evaluation in federal contracting, including key strategies and common pitfalls in the pre-award process.
Virtual Live
Jul 29, 2026
8 AM-3 PM EDT
Taking the Mystery Out of Data Rights - Live Virtual Course July 2026
The data rights clauses are among today's most important but most misunderstood and misapplied contract provisions.
Public Classroom
Jul 30, 2026
The Masters Institute Series: Claims, Litigation & Terminations
Understand claims, disputes, and terminations in government contracting, including litigation strategies, contractor rights, and navigating the appeals process.
Public Classroom
Jul 30, 2026
The Masters Institute Series: Claims, Litigation & Terminations
Understand claims, disputes, and terminations in government contracting, including litigation strategies, contractor rights, and navigating the appeals process.
Public Classroom
Jul 30-31, 2026
A Practical Application of the FAR to the Contract LifeCycle - Negotiations, Protests Changes and More
This unique 2-day course immerses you and your colleagues in a series of real-life scenarios by instructors who have lived through these situations as contracting officers, lawyers, and contracts advisors. As in a court of law, every story has two sides. In the classroom environment, we will present two sides of the story in a meaningful but authentic situation, which you and your classmates must work through to find a resolution.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 30-31, 2026
Advanced FAR Workshop
An advanced review of the major issues and updates of the FAR with case studies and class discussion.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 30, 2026
Behavioral Aspects of Government Contract Negotiations
This course will provide students with guidance and insights into what drives the decision-making processes of stakeholders, both pre-award and during the negotiations of a government contract.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 30-31, 2026
DCAA Contractor Business Systems and Internal Controls
This course consists of an examination of the characteristics of adequate business systems relevant to compliant accounting and management systems required for Government contracts.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 30-31, 2026
Federal Appropriations and Fiscal Law
This course is of special interest to marketing professionals, program managers, strategic planners, and acquisition professionals who must track high-dollar programs from proposal to authorization to appropriation.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 30, 2026
Managing Flowdowns
Master the essentials of flow downs in subcontract management with our expert-led course. Learn to distinguish mandatory vs. non-mandatory flowdowns, use a flowdown matrix effectively, mitigate risks through expert collaboration, and ensure compliance across all subcontractor tiers.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 31, 2026
DFARs Workshop
Get valuable understanding of the Defense Federal Acquisition Regs Supplement in a classroom setting.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 31, 2026
Leadership Institute - Session 6 - Problem Solving to Achieve Sustainable Outcomes
This is the sixth and final program for the FPS Leadership Institute. It is a culmination of the five self-paced on demand programs and Session VI - Problem Solving to Achieve Sustainable Outcomes. This day long live session led by Rex Marks will include best practices in problem solving as well as instructor-led discussion on proven leadership concepts, and a review and discussion of the five previous self-paced sessions.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 31, 2026
Subcontract Compliance for Government Contractors
Learn the basics of subcontract file creation and maintenance, including the scope and extent and compliant documentation, as well as methods to ensure appropriate file oversight; the importance of ongoing communication to ensure compliance requirements are being met and documented properly; and the importance of ongoing training in the latest regulations and "hot-topics" in the area of compliance. You'll also be introduced to the current regulatory trends facing contractors.
Offered In-House
Public Classroom
Jul 31, 2026
The Masters Institute Series: Cost Principles
Learn key cost principles in federal contracting, including CAS, cost allowability, pricing considerations, and compliance requirements for government contractors.
Virtual Live
Jul 31, 2026
8 AM-3 PM EDT
DCAA Contractor Business Systems and Internal Controls - Live Virtual Course July 2026
This course consists of an examination of the characteristics of adequate business systems relevant to compliant accounting and management systems required for Government contracts.
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