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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.
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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 
Discusses the biggest changes in Federal Government Contracting going into FY26. 
Pushmeet Bhatia, BDO

9:45 -10:00 AM  Break

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM - Session 2 - False Claims and Fraud Enforcement 
Todd Canni, Baker Hostetler

11:00 - 12:00 PM - Session 3 - Cybersecurity/CMMC Update Panel Discussion
For DOD Contractors, CMMC is for real starting in November.  Join C3Integrated Solutions, Gray Analytics and  Protiviti as they discuss the importance of CMMC Compliance

12:00 – 1:00 PM LUNCH

1:00 - 2:00 PM - Session 4 - DCAA Audit Trends and Acceptable Systems
This session will explore recent changes to audit programs, including the discontinuance of the term “significant deficiency” and the adoption of memos to communicate less severe non-compliance issues. We’ll also cover enhanced procedures for follow-up audits 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.
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 JA 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 re-written at this point.  John will go over the most important changes impacting the Government Contracting Community and what to watch for as we start FY26.
Cyndi Dunn, Director, RSM
Experts
  • Todd Canni
    Partner, BakerHostetler
    As Co-Chair of the firm’s national Government Contracts team, Todd Canni is entrusted by government contractors to resolve their most
    important “bet-the-company” government contracts matters and unexpected “crisis” events. Indeed, his success for clients earned
    ...
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  • Jeffery White
    CEO and Founder, J.A. White & Associates
    Under White’s leadership, J.A. White & Associates, LLC has become a recognized leader in Federal Contracting and Compliance, delivering innovative solutions that promote regulatory alignment and procurement success. Leveraging over 40 years of experience supporting both federal agencies an...
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  • Cyndi Dunn
    Senior Director at RSM US LLP
    Cyndi currently serves her clients in the federal contracting and grantee spaces providing consulting on a vast range of issues including accounting systems design and compliance, contract management, Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR), FAR, CAS compliance, Service Contract Act (SCA) complia...
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Virtual / Travel
  • General Information
    This is a virtual event. Upon registration, you will receive a joining link for the whole day.