In this session, we will introduce the students to the federal marketplace, the acquisition process, and the regulatory environment that surrounds it all. We will examine the various procurement vehicles that contractors utilize to fulfill their obligations to the US Government. We will also guide students through contract pricing and cost allowability to protect the interests of both the contractor and the federal government as well as help the contractor recuperate the costs associated with each contract. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Have a basic understanding of the federal acquisition process;  Understand the regulatory environment that surrounds the federal marketplace;  Identify the various procurement methods and contract types;  Determine the allowability of contract costs; and  Recognize the principles of contract pricing and the techniques of determining a fair and reasonable price.

Join CohnReznick's multi-disciplined, experienced compliance and audit team accompanied by a leader in the federal contracting legal community as they share insights on the latest federal executive orders and policy changes that are significantly impacting the federal contracting and assistance-receiver community. The panel will also discuss best practices for minimizing risk and maximizing cost recovery in case of a work suspension or termination. Designed for executives and professionals in accounting, finance, legal, HR, project management, and compliance at federal contracting firms and organizations receiving federal assistance, the panel will discuss:  Trump Administration Executive Orders since January 2025  Significant OMB and other large federal agency guidance related to acquisitions and federal assistance (including grants)  Impacts to small business programs  Best practices related to preparing for a suspension, stop-work order, delay, and partial/full termination

Executive orders, new regulations, 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.

The legislative and regulatory priorities change from one President to another, sometimes dramatically. The government contract area is highly regulated and these changes can have significant impacts on contractors. This update will forecast what contractors should expect from the incoming Administration in the next 4 years. Learning Objectives:  Emerging Legislative Priorities  Early look at impact on contractors

Join us for a 1-hour webinar that provides a comprehensive review of the most significant developments in subcontract compliance over the past year. Designed for buyers, subcontract administrators, contract managers, compliance officers, and legal professionals, this session will highlight key regulatory updates, emerging trends, and practical insights to help you navigate the evolving landscape of subcontractor compliance. Key Topics Include:  Regulatory Updates and Changes: An overview of the latest changes to federal regulations affecting subcontracting, including updates CPSR requirements and other related areas.  Common Compliance Pitfalls: A review of the most common compliance challenges contractors faced over the past year, with tips on how to avoid costly mistakes and maintain adherence to subcontract compliance.  Audit Trends and Enforcement Actions: Insights into recent audit findings and enforcement actions related to subcontractor compliance, and what these trends mean for your organization moving forward.  Best Practices for Subcontractor Oversight: Practical strategies and tools for ensuring effective oversight of subcontractors, including monitoring compliance, managing records, and handling disputes.  Lessons Learned and Moving Forward: A summary of key takeaways from the past year and how organizations can better prepare for the upcoming year's regulatory challenges and opportunities. This fast-paced, information-packed webinar led by JA White & Associates will equip you with the knowledge and resources to strengthen your subcontracting practices and ensure compliance in the year ahead.

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.

This session will discuss the impact of estimating systems on the accounting and pricing functions. We will cover the Estimating System adequacy criteria contained in the DFARS business systems rule, material weaknesses and significant deficiencies, cost vs. price analysis, basis of estimate (BOE), and what DCAA looks for in the audit process. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Understand cost estimating system requirements and how they are implemented;  Identify where to locate specific DCAA audit programs which relate to estimating;  Maintain up-to-date information of the threshold for obtaining certified cost or pricing data;  Describe multiple forms of acceptable cost or pricing data and when certification is required;  List the basic Basis of Estimate (BOE) components and develop an estimating technique; and  Understand common estimating challenges.

This session will focus on the period from original submission, through the award of the contract (to you of course!), and into the start of the contract. Attendees will start with the best practices for documentation of subcontractor information post submission. They will also learn how to manage subs during any clarifications and/or final proposal revisions. The series will wrap up by covering how to convert teaming agreement workshare into subcontract workshare as well as dealing with changes to the overall scope of the contract from the proposal stage. Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, attendees will be able to:  Create audit files for all subcontractor information  Prepare effectively for clarifications and/or final proposal revisions with subcontractors  Convert teaming agreement workshare into subcontract agreement workshare  Address differences between the actual scope versus the proposed scope

This session will focus on how to respond to the RFP. Attendees will learn the cost/price compliance requirements for any FAR-covered contract. These requirements often surprise companies who have primarily worked with the government through subcontracts. The biggest takeaway might just be learning "because that's the way we've always done it" is not actually the right answer to compliance. Attendees will also learn the challenges facing a prime regarding communicating, requesting, and receiving pricing information from subcontractors. They will also learn industry tips for understanding the RFP requirements and asking questions regarding the RFP for clarification and/or changes. Finally, attendees will discover that subcontractor cost/price submission often contain discrepancies from RFP or prime instructions - but that there are ways to minimize this risk. Learning Objectives: By the end of this session, attendees will be able to:  Know the FAR, and supplemental FAR, requirements for all prime cost/price volumes  Identify RFP-specific requirements for prime cost/price volumes  Develop a repeatable pricing process for responding to proposals as a prime contractor  Learn best practices to optimize communicating, requesting, and receiving information from subcontractors  Ensure subcontractor submissions are compliant and complete, even if they are provided as a sealed package to the government

As a contractor, you may be subject to certain requirements related to your accounting system. This program will cover the Pre-Award Survey (Standard Form 1408) as well as the DFARS Accounting System Rule including Timekeeping, Labor Distribution and Billing. Learning Objectives: By the end of the webinar you should be able to:  Understand a pre-award accounting system survey and its purpose in the federal-award process;  Identify the objective of the accounting business system and its common criteria;  Apply the accounting system adequacy attributes to real-world examples;  Recognize which accounting subsystems are covered in the Defense Contract Audit Manual (DCAM); and  Be aware of potential issues when implementing new accounting systems.