Sign Up For Our Weekly Emails
Get the latest updates on special offers, courses, events, webinars and books from Federal Publications Seminars.
Sign Up
Thank You
You'll soon be receiving updates about special offers, events, & more.
Get 10% Off Your Next Purchase
Sign Up For Our Emails
Sign Up
Thank You
You'll soon be receiving updates about special offers, events, & more.
Cart
Details
October 29, 2025
1 course
This virtual course is being broadcast simultaneously from the FPS classroom/in-person version of this course.
 

Welcome to the 2025 DC Federal Government Contracting Forum, an exclusive one-day event held as part of the 2025 DC Government Contracts Weeklong Conference.

This dynamic forum is designed to provide federal contracting professionals with the latest insights and updates impacting all facets of government contracting. The day will feature keynote speakers, interactive roundtable discussions, a luncheon and valuable networking opportunities.

Why Attend?
  • Stay Informed: Receive the most up-to-date information on federal contracting and industry trends.
  • Engage with Experts: Hear from leading organizations and expert speakers specializing in tracking and analyzing the federal marketplace.
  • Expand Your Network: Connect with peers, ask questions, and share experiences in an interactive setting.
  • Enhance Your Knowledge: Supplement your forum experience by attending additional FPS classroom programs led by highly regarded instructors from Monday through Friday.
  • Meet Industry Leaders: Engage with key industry figures who closely monitor and influence policies, regulations, and developments across civilian and defense agency contracting.

Please check back frequently for an updated agenda.
Request Group Quote
Fill out this form and someone from FPS will contact you shortly. You can fill out as much or as little information as you would like. Prefer to talk to us? Call 651.666.2030.
Submit
Thank You
You will be contacted shortly.
Course Schedule
Oct 29
2025 DC Federal Government Contracting Forum - Live Virtual Course October 2025
Agenda
9:00- 9:45 AM - Opening Session 1 – State of the Industry 
In this session, we will discuss the trends that have emerged in government contracting over the past few months, focus on changes in how federal contracts are being issued, and a quick overview on what to expect in the coming months vis a vis the administration’s priorities.
Pushmeet Bhatia, Director, BDO

9:45 – 10:45 AM - Session 2 - False Claims and Fraud Enforcement 
False claims in federal contracting continue to plague the industry and the federal government is taking notice. Recent cases have made headlines, resulting in significant penalties. Todd will discuss the latest trends and how you can proactively protect your organization.
Todd Canni, Partner, Baker Hostetler

10:45 -11:00 AM  Break

11:00 - 12:00 PM - Session 3 - Cybersecurity/CMMC Update Panel Discussion
For DoD contractors, CMMC becomes a reality starting in November. This session will discuss the importance of CMMC compliance and what it means for your organization.
Perry Keating, Managing Director and President, Protiviti Government Services 
Brandon Sessions, VP of Commercial Cybersecurity, Gray Analytics
Bill Wootton, Chief Revenue Officer, C3 Integrated Solutions

12:00 – 1:00 PM LUNCH

1:00 - 2:00 PM - Session 4 - DCAA Audit Trends and Acceptable Systems
This session explores recent changes to audit programs, including the elimination of the term “significant deficiency” and the use of memos to address less severe non-compliance issues. We’ll also cover enhanced follow-up audit procedures and DCAA’s strategic investment in AI technologies to improve audit efficiency and oversight. Attendees will gain practical insights into what constitutes an acceptable system and how to stay ahead of evolving compliance expectations.
Lenee Lyte, CPA, Principal, Withum

2:00 - 2:45 PM - Session 5 - Artificial Intelligence in Government Contracting 
Join us as we discuss the impact of A.I. on Government Contracting.
Jeff White, CEO and Founder, J.A. White & Associates

2:45 – 3:00 PM Break

3:00 - 4:00 PM - Session 6 - FAR Overhaul – Update and Discussion
Not all of the FAR has been rewritten yet. Kristen will review the key changes affecting the government contracting community and highlight what to watch for as we begin FY26.
Kristen Blandford, Manager, Government Contracting, RSM
Experts
Virtual / Travel
  • General Information
    This is a virtual event. Upon registration, you will receive a joining link for the whole day.