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Basics of Government Contracting covers the fundamentals in government contracting, addressing key elements any contractor will need to know to function effectively in today's changing Federal procurement world.  The program covers the basics of the field in an easily digestible manner with clear, concise terms you can apply to your work.

This webcast is designed for beginners in government contracting looking to find how they can navigate through the regulations.  As well, this program has much to offer to more experienced contractors who may feel the need for a refresher to familiarize themselves with new developments.  New procurement regulations demand greater transparency in contracting and any participant in the arena must abide by the new and existing regulations to successfully bid and win contracts. 

A sample of topics to be discussed include:
-The FAR (Federal Acquisition Regulations)
-Costs
-Bidding
-Negotiation
-Contract Types & Changes

Our expert instructor, Kenneth J. Allen, General Counsel of Business Growth Associates, is a noted attorney and trainer in the government contracting realm.  With a reputation drawing from decades of experience on both the contracting and attorney sides, Mr. Allen will explain these complex and necessary regulations in a style that will benefit government contractors at all skill levels.  

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