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FCCoC Pre-Award to Award Program - The Federal Contractors Chamber of Commerce (FCCoC) presents the Federal Contracting – Pre-Award Program Specialist™ Certification Program (Mastery Level)—a rigorous and comprehensive course developed for acquisition professionals, contracting officers’ representatives, proposal managers, and federal business developers seeking mastery of the federal procurement process before contract award.

This program builds deep expertise in the regulatory, procedural, and analytical elements of the pre-award phase, with primary emphasis on FAR Parts 5, 6, 10, 11, and 15, as well as FAR Part 19 small business considerations that influence competition and acquisition strategy. Participants gain hands-on knowledge of how to structure acquisitions, conduct market research, define requirements, ensure fair competition, and prepare compliant, competitive proposals that withstand legal and procedural scrutiny.

Program Focus Areas

Graduates of the FCCoC Pre-Award Program Specialist™ (Mastery Level) will be able to:

• Interpret and apply federal acquisition regulations governing the pre-award phase, including FAR Parts 5, 6, 7, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, and 15. 
• Understand and execute publicizing and competition requirements under FAR 5 and 6, ensuring fairness and transparency in all acquisition activities. 
• Conduct comprehensive market research under FAR 10, leveraging tools such as SAM.gov, 
• Apply small business participation principles under FAR Part 19, including the Rule of Two, set-aside determinations, and socioeconomic program integration. 
• Reading performance-based work statements (PWS), statements of work (SOW), and statements of objectives (SOO) in compliance with FAR Part 11 requirements. 
• Understand and apply contract type selection criteria, including cost, fixed-price, IDIQ, and hybrid structures, under FAR Parts 12, 13, 14, and 16. 

FCCoC presents the SAM.gov Business Program—a specialized certification course designed to empower entrepreneurs, consultants, and contracting professionals with the skills needed to navigate and maximize the federal government’s primary procurement portal. 

This program goes far beyond registration; participants gain hands-on instruction in opportunity identification, NAICS code alignment, entity management, market research, and strategic use of SAM.gov to track federal spending and forecast contract opportunities. 

Whether you're new to federal contracting or looking to sharpen your competitive edge, this program ensures you're equipped with the tools to access, analyze, and act on opportunities in the federal marketplace. 

 Mastery Level Curriculum Studies

• SAM.gov Business Professional-Mastery Level 2
• Rule of Two-Application
• Competition Requirements
• Market Research & Intelligence Training: USASpending.gov, FPDS, SBA Dynamic Search tools. 
• Challenging the Notice & Requirement
• Federal Contracting Phases
• Contract Types and Uses 
• Project Walk-thru [3]
• Associated Case Law Studies
• Pre-Award/ Post Award -Protest Rights

Application Learning

• Challenge restrictive or noncompetitive procurement actions that limit small business participation. 
• Navigate and advise on pre-award and post-award protest rights related to small business determinations. 
• Assess case law, GAO decisions, and SBA OHA rulings that define and shape the application of small business contracting rules.

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FCCoC Small Business Program – The Federal Contractors Chamber of Commerce (FCCoC) proudly presents the Small Business Specialist™ Certification Program—Mastery Level, a professional certification designed to prepare participants to expertly interpret, apply, and advocate small business programs within the federal acquisition framework.

At this advanced level, participants go beyond SAM.gov registration to master the strategic and regulatory foundations of FAR Part 19 – Small Business Programs, developing proficiency in small business set-aside authorities, socioeconomic contracting programs, and the policy intent driving equitable competition in federal procurement.

This program blends technical instruction, legal analysis, and real-world application to build the skill set required for professionals responsible for guiding acquisition strategies, advising small business participation, and ensuring compliance with small business contracting laws and regulations.

Program Focus Areas
Graduates of the FCCoC Small Business Specialist™ (Mastery Level) will be able to:

• Interpret and apply the provisions of FAR Part 19 – Small Business Programs, including subparts addressing 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, and SDVOSB participation. 
• Understand and implement the Rule of Two and other competition requirements that govern set-aside determinations. 
• Conduct advanced market research using SAM.gov, USASpending.gov, FPDS, and SBA Dynamic Search tools to identify and evaluate qualified small business sources. 
• Analyze acquisition strategies to ensure regulatory compliance and equitable opportunity for small businesses. 

 Curriculum Studies

• Challenging the Notice & Requirement 
• Socioeconomic Program Implementation (8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, SDVOSB) 
• Project Walkthroughs – Applied Small Business Case Studies (3) 
• Relevant Case Law, GAO, and SBA OHA Decision Studies 

FCCoC DFARS Small Business Program – 

The Federal Contractors Chamber of Commerce (FCCoC) proudly presents the DFARS Small Business Specialist™ Certification Program – Mastery Level, an advanced professional certification designed to prepare participants to interpret, apply, and operationalize small business requirements within Department of Defense (DoD) acquisitions governed by the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS).

At this mastery, participants move beyond foundational federal small business concepts to develop command-level proficiency in DFARS Part 219 and related DoD small business policies, including the integration of FAR Part 19 authorities as implemented and modified within the defense acquisition framework. Emphasis is placed on DoD-specific small business goals, acquisition planning considerations, and mission-driven execution in support of warfighter and national security requirements.

This program integrates technical DFARS instruction, statutory and case law analysis, and applied defense acquisition scenarios to equip professionals responsible for advising acquisition teams, shaping set-aside strategies, supporting OSBP coordination, and ensuring compliance with DoD small business contracting mandates.

Program Focus Areas

Graduates of the FCCoC DFARS Small Business Specialist™ (Mastery Level) will be able to:

• Interpret and apply DFARS Part 219 and related DoD guidance governing small business participation in defense acquisitions.
• Analyze how FAR Part 19 small business authorities are implemented, limited, or expanded within DoD procurements.
• Apply the Rule of Two and other competition requirements in the context of defense mission needs and acquisition risk.
• Conduct advanced DoD-relevant market research using SAM.gov, FPDS, USASpending.gov, SBA Dynamic Small Business Search (DSBS), and historical defense contracting data.
• Evaluate and advise on defense acquisition strategies to ensure regulatory compliance, audit defensibility, and equitable small business opportunity aligned with DoD objectives.

Curriculum Studies

• Challenging the Requirement: Defense-Specific Market Research & Set-Aside Determinations
• DFARS Socioeconomic Program Execution (8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, SDVOSB) within DoD Acquisitions
• Project Walkthroughs: Applied Defense Contracting Case Studies (3)
• Relevant GAO, Court of Federal Claims, and SBA OHA Decisions Impacting DoD Small Business Programs

FCCoC’s Post-Award Specialist Program is the ultimate pathway for professionals seeking to specialize in the critical—and often overlooked—phase of federal contracting. Participants learn how to interpret key FAR clauses, enforce contract terms, resolve disputes, assess contractor performance, and ensure timely deliverables. 

This program is ideal for agency personnel, contract administrators, prime contractors, and support staff responsible for safeguarding government interests post-award. Graduates emerge with practical skills and real-world tools to reduce risk, improve communication, and maintain contract compliance. 

With FCCoC’s commitment to education and mentorship, this program empowers professionals to become trusted post-award experts in the federal contracting landscape. 

  Mastery Level Curriculum Studies

• Contract Award Interpretation, Expectations and Acceptance
•  Contract Types and Uses 
• Contract Administration
• Contract Change Orders-Task Orders-Purchase Orders
• Contract Modifications 
• Contract Invoicing
• Contract Terminations 
• Contract Closeouts
• Bid Protest Basics 
• Contract Admin Related Protest
• Associated Case Law Studies

FCCoC Federal Contracting – Subcontract Program Specialist™ Certification Program – Mastery Level

Program Overview

The Federal Contractors Chamber of Commerce (FCCoC) proudly presents the Federal Contracting – Subcontract Program Specialist™ Certification Program (Mastery Level)—a comprehensive, advanced‐level training designed for acquisition professionals, small business advocates, compliance officers, program managers, and prime contractors seeking to master the policies, procedures, and legal frameworks governing federal subcontracting.

This program offers a deep exploration of FAR Part 19.7 (The Small Business Subcontracting Program) and FAR Part 44 (Subcontracting Policies and Procedures), along with key cross‐references to FAR Part 52 (Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses) and 13 CFR Part 125, which implements SBA’s subcontracting regulations.

Participants will learn to develop, implement, and monitor subcontracting programs that achieve regulatory compliance, drive small business participation, and enhance performance outcomes within the federal supply chain.

Through case‐based instruction, participants gain mastery in analyzing procurement regulations, evaluating contractor purchasing systems, identifying flow‐down obligations, and ensuring subcontract performance aligns with agency small business goals and statutory requirements.

Program Focus Areas

Graduates of the FCCoC Federal Contracting – Subcontract Program Specialist™ (Mastery Level) will be able to:

• Interpret and apply the authorities and requirements established under FAR 19.7, FAR 44, and related SBA and DFARS policies. 
• Develop and negotiate subcontracting plans, including Individual, Commercial, and Comprehensive Plans, consistent with small business program objectives. 
• Evaluate subcontracting performance through quantitative and qualitative metrics aligned with contract reporting requirements (e.g., Individual Subcontracting Reports (ISR) and Summary Subcontracting Reports (SSR)). 
• Assess contractor purchasing systems using FAR Subpart 44.3 standards and prepare for Contractor Purchasing System Reviews (CPSR). 
• Understand and implement flow‐down clauses required under FAR Part 52, ensuring subcontractor compliance with socio‐economic programs, labor standards, and cybersecurity clauses. 
• Apply the Rule of Two and competitive sourcing strategies to strengthen small business participation in subcontracting. 
• Integrate socioeconomic goals across all tiers of subcontracting, advancing opportunities for 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, SDVOSB, and SDB firms. 
• Perform advanced market research to identify capable small business suppliers and partners using SAM.gov, USASpending.gov, FPDS, and SBA Dynamic Search databases. 
• Advise primes and subs on regulatory obligations, risk mitigation, and contractual rights. 
• Identify and challenge noncompliance or barriers to fair subcontracting, leveraging protest rights, regulatory remedies, and ethical procurement standards. 
• Analyze GAO, SBA OHA, and Court of Federal Claims decisions that shape subcontracting law, responsibility determinations, and performance accountability. 
• Strengthen supply chain integrity and transparency through ethical procurement practices, compliance audits, and ongoing reporting discipline.
  

FCCoC Federal Contracting – Protest Program Specialist™ Certification Program – Mastery Level

Program Overview

The Federal Contractors Chamber of Commerce (FCCoC) presents the Federal Contracting – Protest Program Specialist™ Certification Program (Mastery Level)—a specialized legal and procedural certification course designed to equip acquisition professionals, contractors, and legal practitioners with mastery over the protest process within the federal acquisition system.

At this mastery level, participants gain deep technical knowledge of FAR Part 33 (Protests, Disputes, and Appeals) and the statutory authorities underpinning the Bid Protest Regulations (4 C.F.R. Part 21), as administered by the Government Accountability Office (GAO), the U.S. Court of Federal Claims (COFC), and agency-level protest offices.

This program provides the framework, methodology, and case law analysis necessary to evaluate protest grounds, prepare defensible filings, respond to challenges, and understand the strategic and procedural nuances that govern the federal protest process.

Program Focus Areas

Graduates of the FCCoC Protest Program Specialist™ (Mastery Level) will be able to:

• Interpret and apply the principles of FAR Part 33 – Protests, Disputes, and Appeals, and corresponding GAO and COFC rules. 
• Distinguish between pre-award and post-award protests, identifying appropriate forums, filing deadlines, and procedural remedies. 
• Evaluate the timeliness, jurisdiction, and standing requirements governing each protest forum (Agency, GAO, COFC). 
• Develop and submit legally sufficient protest filings, including key elements such as factual grounds, regulatory citations, and requested relief. 
• Prepare and respond to Agency Reports and legal memoranda defending or challenging contract awards. 
• Analyze the “Rule of Two,” competitive harm, and evaluation bias as common bases for protest and sustainment. 
• Understand automatic stays, corrective action processes, and cost reimbursement procedures under the Competition in Contracting Act (CICA). 
• Advise stakeholders on protest strategy, risk assessment, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) methods. 
• Apply GAO and COFC precedents to real-world procurement disputes, evaluating how decisions shape acquisition practices. 
• Interpret and apply small business–related protest rules, including size and status challenges under 13 CFR Part 121 and SBA OHA decisions. 
• Navigate agency-level protest resolution procedures, including debriefing requests, extensions, and reconsideration processes. 
• Ensure compliance with procurement integrity, ethics, and confidentiality when engaging in protest actions.
   

FCCoC Presents the Federal Contracting – 8(a) Program Specialist™ Certification Program

The Federal Contracting – 8(a) Program Specialist™ certification is an advanced professional training series developed by the Federal Contractors Chamber of Commerce (FCCoC) to prepare participants to expertly navigate, manage, and maximize the benefits of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program.

This program equips small business professionals, consultants, and agency liaisons with the tools and regulatory knowledge necessary to support firms through all stages of the 8(a) lifecycle—from application and certification to growth, graduation, and post-8(a) competitive success.

Through rigorous study of FAR Part 19—Small Business Programs, the Small Business Act (15 U.S.C. 637), and SBA program regulations under 13 CFR 124, participants gain a command of the rules, requirements, and compliance mechanisms that define the 8(a) landscape.

Program Focus Areas

• Understanding the 8(a) Business Development Program and its statutory foundations. 
• FAR Part 19 and Subpart 19.8 — 8(a) Contracting Procedures. 
• SBA Program Regulations (13 CFR 124) — Eligibility, Control, and Economic Disadvantage. 
• Navigating the 8(a) Application and Certification Process. 
• Structuring Joint Ventures, Mentor-Protégé, and Teaming Arrangements for 8(a) Firms. 
• Developing Business Plans, Capability Statements, and Growth Strategies for 8(a) Success. 
• Transitioning from 8(a) Sole-Source to Competitive Awards. 
• Maintaining Eligibility, Annual Reviews, and Avoiding Program Termination. 
• Understanding 8(a) Set-Asides, Direct Awards, and Sole-Source Authorities. 
• Post-8(a) Competitive Positioning and Strategic Market Expansion.

Mastery Level Curriculum Studies

8(a) Program Specialist – Mastery Level 2

• Advanced Application of FAR 19.8 Procedures. 
• SBA 8(a) Eligibility Determination Case Studies. 
• Protest and Appeal Rights Related to 8(a) Awards (GAO, OHA, and Agency-Level). 
• Joint Venture and Mentor-Protégé Compliance Oversight. 
• Competitive vs. Sole-Source Award Strategies. 
• Case Law Analysis: OHA and GAO Decisions Impacting 8(a) Program Integrity. 
• Federal Market Research and Targeting Opportunities for 8(a) Firms. 
• 8(a) Graduation Planning: Building a Sustainable Post-Program Strategy. 
• Pre-Award / Post-Award Best Practices. 
• Ethical Standards, Program Misrepresentation, and SBA Enforcement Actions.
   

FCCoC Presents the Federal Contracting – Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program Specialist™ Certification Program

The Federal Contracting – Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program Specialist™ certification program, presented by the Federal Contractors Chamber of Commerce (FCCoC), is a professional training series designed to develop subject-matter experts who can effectively guide, support, and advocate for women-owned firms in the federal marketplace.

Grounded in FAR Part 19 – Small Business Programs, 13 CFR Part 127, and the Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contracting Program, this certification equips participants with the technical proficiency and regulatory knowledge required to ensure compliance, optimize competitive positioning, and strategically leverage WOSB and EDWOSB (Economically Disadvantaged Women-Owned Small Business) set-aside authorities.

Participants gain the ability to interpret, apply, and execute WOSB program requirements across the full acquisition lifecycle—strengthening representation, participation, and performance of women-owned businesses in federal contracting.

Program Focus Areas

• Understanding the Legal Foundation: 15 U.S.C. § 637(m) and 13 CFR 127. 
• FAR Part 19 and Subpart 19.15 – Women-Owned Small Business Program Overview. 
• Eligibility and Certification Requirements for WOSB and EDWOSB Designations. 
• Navigating SBA’s WOSB Certification Portal and Documentation Standards. 
• Market Research and Identifying WOSB Set-Aside Opportunities. 
• Strategic Application of Set-Asides and Sole Source Awards. 
• Cross-Utilization with Other Socioeconomic Programs (SDVOSB, HUBZone, 8(a)). 
• Compliance Obligations, Recertification, and Documentation Maintenance. 
• Proposal Preparation and Competitive Advantage for WOSB Firms. 
• Understanding Federal Agency WOSB Contracting Goals and Performance Tracking. 
• Contract Types, Procurement Methods, and Evaluation Factors for WOSB Opportunities. 
• Addressing Barriers, Bias, and Equity in Federal Contracting.
   

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion, participants will:

• Demonstrate mastery of the laws, regulations, and FAR provisions governing the WOSB and EDWOSB Programs. 
• Be qualified to guide organizations and clients through WOSB certification, recertification, and compliance processes. 
• Understand how to identify, pursue, and secure WOSB set-aside and sole-source opportunities. 
• Be equipped to advise on strategic teaming, protest procedures, and performance accountability. 
• Serve as trusted program specialists advancing women’s participation, advocacy, and leadership within the federal acquisition community.

FCCoC Presents the Federal Contracting – Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB/SDVOSB) Program Specialist™ Certification Program

The Federal Contracting – Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB/SDVOSB) Program Specialist™ certification program, presented by the Federal Contractors Chamber of Commerce (FCCoC), is a professional-level training series designed to equip participants with comprehensive expertise in veteran-focused small business programs, including VOSB and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) federal contracting opportunities.

This program emphasizes mastery of FAR Part 19 – Small Business Programs, the Veterans Benefits, Health Care, and Information Technology Act, 38 U.S.C. § 8127, and SBA regulations governing verification and program compliance. Participants learn to navigate, manage, and optimize veteran-owned small business participation across all phases of federal procurement.

Program Focus Areas

• Understanding statutory and regulatory foundations for VOSB and SDVOSB programs (38 U.S.C. § 8127, FAR 19.14, 13 CFR Part 125). 
• SBA and VA verification processes for VOSB/SDVOSB eligibility. 
• FAR Part 19: Socioeconomic set-asides and the Rule of Two applied to veteran-owned firms. 
• Identifying and pursuing sole-source and competitive set-aside opportunities for VOSB/SDVOSB firms. 
• Market research strategies using SAM.gov, USASpending.gov, FPDS, and SBA Dynamic Search. 
• Drafting capability statements, proposals, and business development plans tailored to veteran-owned firms. 
• Integration with other small business programs: WOSB, HUBZone, 8(a), and SDVOSB joint ventures. 
• Compliance management, reporting, and verification audits for federal contracting agencies. 
• Pre-award and post-award protest rights specific to veteran-owned set-asides. 
• Advising clients on succession planning, graduation, and long-term business sustainability.
   

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