Join us for this premier forum on small and medium business federal contracting. This 2nd annual program will feature important topics and discussions on:

• Cybersecurity/CMMC updates
• DCAA/DCMA Focus on Small Business
• Teaming/Partnering and Joint Ventures
• FAR  Updates relevant to Small Business
• Business Growth and Strategy through Federal Contracting Opportunities
• State of the Industry Update
• And Much More! 

Would you like to sponsor and/or speak at this event?  Contact Todd@fedpubseminars.com.

This live virtual event is eligible for both CLE and CPE credit.
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The SBA and other agencies have set a goal of awarding 23% of all federal government contracts to small businesses. In 2022, the Biden Administration increased the Small-Disadvantaged Business goal from 5% to 11% in hopes of encouraging small businesses to do business with the federal government. In 2020, that equated to $145 billion dollars awarded according to the SBA, exceeding their goal of 23%. 

2023 is a great year for small and medium businesses to engage with the federal government. Larger prime contractors are seeking suppliers and subcontractors to help with their larger contracts.   

In this 1.5-day Forum, we will discuss a number of topics that will help answer questions and make navigation of federal contracting less daunting as a small or medium business.  

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Below is the 2022 Agenda... please check back for an updated agenda!

AGENDA

Day 1
Key Note Address

Market & Policy Briefing by Professional Services Council
An industry favorite, this discussion gives executive-level insights into the state of the government contracting industry as well as trends in buying and policy within agencies. 

Audit/Accounting & Financial Considerations for Small Businesses
As small and medium-sized businesses grow, it is evitable a financial statement audit will be required. These audits address accounting rules under U.S. GAAP and can be complex, especially for government contractors.

During this session will provide a financial accounting update focused on the most pressing U.S. GAAP rule changes affecting government contractors as well as address considerations and best practices government contractors can incorporate to prepare for their external financial statement audit. Issues and topics Nick and Bill will address and discuss, as well as answer participants' questions. Topics include:

• Significant accounting challenges small and medium-sized government contractors face as organizations grow in both size and complexity
• Impacts of new accounting standards and best practices for successfully preparing for financial statement audits
• Revenue recognition challenges and the impact by type of contract
• Documentation of business processes and internal controls in the financial statement audit
• Importance of general IT controls on the financial statement audit
• Understanding required financial statement disclosures 
• Audit testing examples  

Working with the Defense Contract Management Agency for the First Time 
This session will provide small and medium-sized federal contractors, especially compliance and contract professionals, with insight to working with the Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) and Administrative Contracting Officers (ACOs). As federal contractors grow their business with the Department of Defense (DOD), the progression from engaging with only the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) will shift to working more with an ACO at DCMA. This change in oversight can be confusing and difficult for an organization as it tries to understand how and when it should be interacting with each agency. 

During this session, D.J., who worked for DCMA for over 12 years, will share his experience working with small and medium businesses during this transition.  Krista, a current contracting officer with DCMA, will provide an overview of DCMA including who they are, what they do, and how they work with DCAA to provide contract management for DoD.  Both D.J. and Krista will discuss and provide their perspectives of how to build relationships with contracting officers and their teams, minimize confusion, and help companies thrive through this transition so that contractors can continue to deliver world-class products and services.

Executive Orders and Small Business New/Proposed Changes Impacting Contractors
Though POTUS seems like many layers away from your business, policies and decisions made affect how you conduct your business.  It could be minimum wages to cybersecurity requirements. 

CyberSecurity vulnerabilities and CMMC for Small Business 
This description will be slightly updated shortly. Please check back soon.  In the past few years, focus on cyber has been a priority for the federal government and its agencies, especially agencies with critical infrastructure vulnerable to cyber attacks.  CMMC has had its issues in implementation but is moving forward.  However, vulnerable contractors, large and small, must comply.   Baker Tilly, along with a  cyber-firm will discuss both the needs and requirements for contractors in this session. 

Mentor Protégé’ / Teaming / Partnering
The SBA has a number of programs to help small businesses break into the federal contracts market.  With goals of up to 5% of all contracting funds going to small and/or disadvantaged businesses, the government is serious about getting products and services from the marketplace.  This session will talk about some opportunities for small businesses as well as updates to these programs for 2022 and beyond. 

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Day 2
DCAA’s Focus on Small Busines 
This session will continue the discussion started at last year’s conference in the session “Becoming a Blip on DCAA’s Radar Screen” and build on this year’s Keystone address from DCAA’s Deputy Director.

• We'll examine the DCAA’s recent initiatives and its expectations for growing companies regarding their compliance and audit requirements.
• We will explore the triggers for increased government compliance for growing businesses and how best to comply with them.
• In addition, we will also discuss the most significant compliance topics and emerging issues that many growing companies are either dealing with or will likely face in the near future.

The panel presenters will offer their perspectives and prognostications on these emerging issues as well as some practical solutions and best-in-class practices to help the small and medium business community achieve mission success.


The FAR Panel – Rules, Relevancy & Requirements 
This description will be slightly updated shortly. Please check back soon. The Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) provides contractors with a significant amount of regulatory guidance and clauses to comply with.  At the same time, understanding and implementing Executive Orders (EOs) and the continuous proposed and new changes to guidance, regulations, and programs impacting federal contractors can be complicated, daunting, and risky if not properly incorporated into running the business. During this session, our panel of legal and compliance experts will help decipher some of the most important issues in the FAR and discuss the latest EOs and program changes every business should know.  


Pricing to Win – Proposals and Responding to RFPs.  
You received an RFP.  So, how do your price and put your best offer in play?  See what our panelists say as they discuss strategies and give tips to better prepare a proposal.  

Closing Remarks 

The EVM Practitioners’ Forum and Federal Publications Seminars (FPS) are excited to announce the 14th Annual Earned Value Management Practitioners’ (EVMP) Forum.  The Forum will take place at a new venue, located in the heart of Washington, DC on Pennsylvania Avenue, within walking distance of the White House, the U.S. Capitol Building, the SMithsonian Museums, and many of Washington, DC's finest hotels. 

This 2-day training workshop brings together project controls professionals to share best practices and help others become more effective in their use of EVM tools, analysis and reporting.

Learn and Network with Government and Industry Experts

EVM Practitioners' Forum sessions will include:

• DOD EVM Policies, Guidance, and Processes
• DOE & Agency EVM Policies, Guidance, and Processes
• Project Controls Analyst Track
• Agile Development, Planning, & Project Controls
• Implementation of Government EVM Policies & Compliance

A detailed agenda will be located below and updated frequently!

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Federal Publications Seminars, EVMP, and C&S Consulting, Inc co-chair the 2024 EVM Practitioners' Forum.

           

Step into the most anticipated government contracting event of the year—The 2025 FPS Government Contracts Year-in-Review!

This powerhouse gathering brings together top legal minds, industry experts, and government contracting professionals for an in-depth analysis of the biggest legislative, regulatory, and compliance changes shaping the industry in 2025 and beyond.

• Gain insights into the latest updates on FAR and DFARS regulations, False Claims Act developments, international procurement shifts, cybersecurity compliance (CMMC 2.0), bid protest trends, and other issues shaping FY25.
• Engage with experts as they dissect critical topics, including Artificial Intelligence in federal contracts, labor and employment law changes, supply chain security, and the evolving landscape of prime-subcontractor relationships.
• Prepare your organization for what's next with deep dives into contract disputes, fiscal law updates, and performance risks, ensuring you’re equipped with the knowledge to navigate the complexities of government contracting.
• Connect with colleagues at the evening reception, where you’ll build valuable relationships and exchange ideas with fellow professionals.

Whether you're a seasoned contracting veteran or new to the field, this is your chance to stay informed, engaged, and competitive in 2025’s evolving regulatory environment. Register now and be part of the conversation shaping the future of this critical industry!
 

2025 Co-Chair

 

Government contracting success isn’t just about winning the bid — it starts there.

Join us on March 18, for a complimentary interactive conversation moderated by Todd Hatherly (FPS) and featuring Nia Mahallati (Shipley), Jeff White (JA White & Associates) and Sarah Sprockett (FPS). This forum is designed for experienced government contracting professionals looking to align business development, program execution, and compliance. In today’s environment, success reflects more than regulatory change; it requires a fundamental shift in strategy, tactics, and execution across federal contract awards.

Using the integrated Win Perform Comply framework, this forum explores how capture strategy, proposal and pricing decisions, contract execution, and compliance must function as a single, continuous lifecycle, rather than disconnected disciplines. Attendees will examine how early capture and pricing choices shape execution risk, how performance outcomes influence compliance posture and future awards, and how compliance can serve as an enabler of operational success, not a post-award constraint.

Through real-world examples and facilitated discussion, Nia and Jeff will highlight common breakdowns between winning work, performing it profitably, and sustaining compliance — and offer practical strategies to close those gaps. As part of the Win discussion, Shipley will address how solution formulation, pricing, and capture discipline directly define proposal commitments, execution feasibility, and compliance risk at award.

Space is limited — register now to secure your spot.