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CCoC Federal Contracting – Pre-Award Program Specialist™ Certification Program – Mastery Level [THE RULES TO THE GAME]

Program Overview
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. 
• Reading / Understanding publicizing and competition requirements under FAR 5 and 6, ensuring fairness and transparency in all acquisition activities. 
• . Reading / Understanding comprehensive market research under FAR 10,everaging tools such as SAM.gov, USASpending.gov, FPDS, and the SBA Dynamic Search to identify qualified sources and justify acquisition approaches. 
• Reading / Understanding small business participation principles under FAR Part 19, including the Rule of Two, set-aside determinations, and socioeconomic program integration. 
• Reading / Understanding  performance-based work statements (PWS), statements of work (SOW), and statements of objectives (SOO) in compliance with FAR Part 11 requirements. 
• Reading / Understanding acquisition strategies and source selection plans (SSPs) aligned with agency mission requirements and procurement integrity laws. 
• Reading / Understanding contract type selection criteria, including cost, fixed-price, IDIQ, and hybrid structures, under FAR Parts 12, 13, 14, and 16. 
• Reading / Understanding FAR Part 15, applying technical, cost, and past performance evaluation methodologies. 
• Prepare defensible justifications and approvals (J&As) for other-than-full-and-open competition under FAR 6.3. 
• Identify and mitigate pre-award risk related to conflicts of interest, protest vulnerability, and procurement integrity. 
• Review and analyze GAO and Court of Federal Claims decisions affecting pre-award actions, solicitation challenges, and evaluation disputes. 
• Advise contractors and agencies on strategies for compliant pre-award submissions, negotiation posture, and proposal optimization.
   

FCCoC presents the SAM.gov Business Professional™ 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

• 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.
  

 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.
   

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

Federal Contracting – Protesting - a specialized legal and procedural 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.

Mastery Level Curriculum Studies

• FAR Part 33 – Protests, Disputes, and Appeals 
• 4 C.F.R. Part 21 – GAO Bid Protest Regulations 
• 28 U.S.C. § 1491(b)(1) – COFC Bid Protest Jurisdiction 
• Agency-Level Protest Procedures (FAR 33.103) 
• The Rule of Two, Competition Requirements, and Market Research Implications 
• Timeliness, Standing, and Jurisdictional Analysis 
• Drafting Effective Protest Filings and Requests for Relief 
• Responding to Agency Reports and Legal Memoranda 
• Pre-Award vs. Post-Award Protest Scenarios 
• Automatic Stay and Corrective Action Procedures 
• Size Protests and SBA OHA Appeals (13 CFR Parts 121 & 134) 
• Contracting Officer Responsibilities and Protest Defense Strategies 
• GAO and Court of Federal Claims Case Law Studies 
• Protest Cost Recovery, ADR, and Settlement Practices 
• Ethics, Confidentiality, and Procurement Integrity 
• Project Walkthroughs (3 Applied Protest Case 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.

Mastery Level Curriculum Studies

• FAR Part 19.7 – The Small Business Subcontracting Program 
• FAR Part 44 – Subcontracting Policies and Procedures 
• FAR Part 52 – Required Clauses and Flow-Down Obligations 
• SBA Regulations (13 CFR Part 125) – Subcontracting Requirements and Limitations 
• Developing, Negotiating, and Administering Subcontracting Plans 
• Contractor Purchasing System Review (CPSR) and Compliance Oversight 
• Socioeconomic Program Implementation and Tiered Subcontracting Goals 
• Market Research, Supplier Qualification, and Partner Vetting 
• Flow-Down Clauses, Data Security, and Performance Accountability 
• Challenging the Notice, Requirement, or Evaluation Criteria 
• Project Walkthroughs (3 Applied Subcontracting Case Studies) 
• Associated Case Law, GAO, and SBA OHA Decision Studies 
• Pre-Award and Post-Award Protest and Dispute Rights 
• Ethics, Transparency, and Risk Mitigation in Subcontracting 
• Post-Award Reporting: ISR, SSR, and Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS)