CON 280 Source Selection and Administration of Service Contracts
Course DescriptionThis course builds on the foundation established through the Level I curriculum and the course prerequisites. The primary focus is on the acquisition of services under FAR Part 15 procedures, with an emphasis on performance-based acquisitions (PBA) for services, contract types, contract incentives, source selection, and contract administration. Students will learn the fundamentals of a performance based service acquisition — from acquisition planning to contract closeout through a realistic case study. The course takes students through the solicitation process using the mandatory DoD Source Selection Procedures. Students will prepare contractual documents, and develop and deliver high-level source selection briefings with recommendations for contract award. Course Length: 10 Class Days CLPs: 97 hoursCost: CallCOURSE OBJECTIVESStudents who successfully complete this AMCI equivalent course will be able to:Given a complex services requirement, identify the appropriate source selection team roles and responsibilities, to include government and non-government advisors.Using the results of market research, assess the industry’s environment and determine availability of sourcesUtilizing the DAU Performance Requirements Roadmap and results of a comprehensive market research generate PBA metrics mirroring best commercial practicesGiven a complex services requirement, determine appropriates methods of communication employed by the acquisition teamGiven a complex services requirement and market research results, decide the appropriate acquisition strategy that maximizes small business participation at the prime and subcontracting levelsUsing the results of an analysis of a given requirement, determine an appropriate performance-based approach that meets the customer’s mission requirementGiven a complex services requirement and using the results of an in-depth market research report, construct relevant elements of an acquisition plan IAW FAR and DFARSGiven a complex services requirements package, examine appropriate sections of a solicitation in accordance with application laws, regulations, policies, acquisition plan and source selection planGiven a complex services requirement, construct a source selection plan that meets all public law, regulations, policy, and other guidelinesGiven a contract requirement, accurately assess the financial implications of various types of contract and incentive arrangementsGiven a complex services requirement, evaluate incentive arrangements, for adherence to regulation, policy and guidanceGiven a complex services acquisition situation, appropriately apply the necessary Government funding provisionsIn a competitive negotiated contracting environment, determine the competitive range based on FAR and other guidanceGiven a complex services acquisition situation evaluate several contractor proposals to determine contract awardAfter establishment of a competitive range, prepare for negotiations/discussions in accordance with FAR and DFARSUsing the standards for contractor responsibility in FAR Part 9.1, discuss the contractor responsibility process prior to contract awardIn a competitive contracting environment and using the DoD source selection procedures, recommend the best value proposal to meet mission requirementBased on the results of the SSEB & SSAC evaluation reports and the SSDD, determine what information to include in debriefings and differentiate between protest processesAfter contract award, determine the appropriate forum to address customer and contractor’s responsibilities for successful performance of the contractAfter contract award, develop contract administration requirements in accordance with FAR and DFARSAfter contract award, perform contract administrative functions in accordance with FAR and DFARSDetermine the need for contract modifications in accordance with contract terms and conditions and FAR and DFARSAfter contract performance is complete, determine contract close-out procedures as they relate to services and the case studyGiven a complex services acquisition, appropriately examine the provisions of the allowable cost and payments provisionGiven a complex services acquisition, appropriately evaluate the provisions of the incentive fee provisionsGiven a complex Contracting issue, develop, on an individual basis, a written research paper to be presented orally to the classTarget AudienceThis course is designed for Level I certified contracting personnel with at least 2 years of contracting experience in the Contracting Career Field (Civilian OCC Series 1102) seeking Level II certification. Prerequisites ACQ 101, Fundamentals of Systems Acquisition Management CLC 051, Managing Government Property in the Possession of Contractors CLC 056, Analyzing Contract Costs CLC 057, Performance Based Payments and Value of Cash Flow CON 200, Business Decisions for Contracting CON 216,Legal Considerations in Contracting CON 270, Intermediate Cost and Price Analysis HBS 428, Negotiating Pre-course Assignments Students must complete all electronic assignments prior to attending this course. These assignments represent 18 percent of the student’s grade. Details will be provided 30 days prior to the class start date. Questions? Contact our training coordinator via email or phone at (202) 843.5447.
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