Introduction to Federal Contracting

Overview

Gain a thorough understanding of the federal acquisition process and the various statutes and regulations that govern it. In this introductory course, you will examine key roles and responsibilities and ways to navigate the various phases of the process. You will also gain an overview of the process and laws of the federal acquisition system, and you will practice applying your knowledge through role-playing and exercises.

Who Attends

This course is designed to provide personnel who are newly assigned to the government acquisition team or others, such as sellers to the government with a detailed overview of the federal acquisition.

Course Level: Basic
CLP: 40 | CPE: 40
Duration: 5 Days

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Available Dates

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July 13 - July 17, 2026

Class ID: 261048006

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

September 21 - September 25, 2026

Class ID: 261048008

Virtual

10 AM - 6 PM EST

October 26 - October 30, 2026

Class ID: 261048009

Washington, DC

8 AM - 4 PM EST

November 30 - December 4, 2026

Class ID: 261048010

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

Learning Objectives

Define the vision, goals, and objectives of the federal acquisition process
Describe the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) system and the underlying sources of federal contract law
Explain typical approaches to organizing the acquisition function
Discuss the roles and responsibilities of major players in the acquisition process
Identify the principal contracting functions
Explain the standards of conduct that apply to the acquisition process

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Introduction to Federal Contracting

Overview

Who Attends

For Groups

Available Dates

Learning Objectives

Additional Features

Credits

This course is part of the following Management Concepts Certificate Programs:

Core Courses

Elective Courses

Prerequisites:

Mandatory

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Course Topics

Contract Administration

Ethics in Federal Contracting