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FINAL PROGRAM AND EXHIBITORS GUIDE THE INNOVATIVE EDGE TO CONTRACT MANAGEMENT

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BLOOMBERG GOVERNMENT IS A PROUD SPONSOR OF WORLD CONGRESS 2015

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VISIT US AT BOOTH #812 TO:

> Access Market Research with a better

procurement database

> Save time to get better results over FPDS

> Uncover procurement trends and opportunities

with our market analysis

> Get an invite to Bloomberg Government’s

exclusive World Congress reception

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WELCOME TO WORLD CONGRESS

BLOOMBERG GOVERNMENT IS A PROUD SPONSOR OF WORLD CONGRESS 2015

©2015 Bloomberg L.P. All rights reserved. S595632778 0615

VISIT US AT BOOTH #812 TO:

> Access Market Research with a better

procurement database

> Save time to get better results over FPDS

> Uncover procurement trends and opportunities

with our market analysis

> Get an invite to Bloomberg Government’s

exclusive World Congress reception

Learn more about us at bgov.com

Innovation Lives Here!TAKE TO SOCIAL MEDIA TO SHARE YOUR FAVORITE INNOVATIVE PRACTICE, IDEA, OR INSPIRATION FOR A CHANCE TO WIN AN IPAD!*To be entered, you must include the hashtags #NCMAwc and #Innovate2015. Good luck!

*Prize to be awarded during Wednesday morning awards breakfast. Participant must be present to win.

#NCMAWC#INNOVATE2015

Dear Colleagues,

As your 2015 event chair, I’d like to welcome you to the National Contract

Management Association’s World Congress. This is considered the premier

education event for contract management, procurement, and acquisition profes-

sionals and we anticipate this being one of our most attended years ever! This

year’s theme, The Innovative Edge to Contract Management, will come to life

as we come together to hear fresh ideas, share new practices, and break down

barriers for the future of the profession.

The key to World Congress is your participation. We invite you to engage our

speakers with your questions and thoughts. In every general session, there are

notecards available for you to write your questions for the speakers and panels

to answer. In every breakout session, the last 15 minutes are reserved for Q&A.

We also have a number of networking and social events for you to make new

connections or catch up with old colleagues.

If you haven’t already, be sure to download the event app. (See page 6 for

instructions.) And join us in our dialogue on innovation via social media.See

below for more information.

Innovation abounds in our Exhibit Hall, which features over 70 exhibitors with

products and services directly relevant to you and your mission. Hear about the

latest products, discover proven solutions, and meet suppliers who can help your

organization achieve results.

It’s your profession and your career. NCMA brings you World Congress 2015 to

help you make the most of both!

Richard “Dick” Ginman

Former Director, Defense Procurement and Acquisition Policy

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

POCKET SCHEDULE – TEAR OUT AND TAKE ON THE GO!

REMINDERS

SPECIAL THANKS AND CONTRACT MANAGEMENT CODE OF ETHICS

TAKE NOTE

AGENDA

CO-LOCATED TRAINING EVENT

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

EXECUTIVE PANEL DISCUSSIONS

NETWORKING AND SOCIAL EVENTS

NATIONAL EDUCATION SEMINARS

EDUCATION TRACKS

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

COMPETENCY-BASED TRAINING CHARTS

SPONSORS AND EXHIBITORS

EXHIBIT HALL MAP AND BOOTH INFORMATION

UPCOMING NCMA EVENTS

CONVENTION CENTER AND HOTEL MAPS

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World Congress 2015 Pocket ScheduleTEAR THIS PAGE OUT TO TAKE WITH YOU ON THE GO!

SUNDAY JULY 26, 20154:00pm–5:00pm Opening Keynote Address Texas AB Ballroom

5:00pm–6:30pm Exhibit Hall Ribbon Cutting and Opening Reception (Sponsored by SourceAmerica) Longhorn Hall A-C

5:30pm–6:00pm Virtual Chapter Meet-up NCMA Booth, Longhorn Hall A-C

6:00pm–7:30pm Newcomers Networking Reception Dallas 5-7

6:30pm–7:30pm NCMA Communities Night Texas C

WEDNESDAY JULY 29, 20157:30am–8:30am Plated Breakfast with Awards Presentation Texas AB Ballroom

8:30am–9:30am Keynote Address Texas AB Ballroom

9:30am–9:45am Break

9:45am–11:00am 15 Concurrent Breakout Sessions (see page 43 for full details) My Breakout Session: __________

11:00am–12:30pm Closing Executive Panel Discussion Texas AB Ballroom

12:00pm–1:30pm Networking Lunch† (provided only to attendees staying for GSA co-located event) Texas AB Foyer

1:15pm–4:15pm Transforming the Federal Marketplace: A Co-located Training Event† Texas AB Ballroom

4:30pm–6:30pm VIP Reception† (by invite only) (Sponsored by Bloomberg Government) Dallas 5-7

THURSDAY JULY 30, 20158:00am–12:00pm NCMA Certification Exams†‡ Austin 1-2

8:30am–4:30pm National Education Seminars†‡ Dallas 5-7

TUESDAY JULY 28, 20157:00am–8:00am Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors Longhorn Hall A-C

8:00am–9:30am Executive Panel Discussion Texas AB Ballroom


10:30am–11:15am Refreshment Break with Exhibitors Longhorn Hall A-C

11:15am–12:30pm 15 Concurrent Breakout Sessions (see page 33 for full details) My Breakout Session: __________

12:30pm–2:00pm Networking Lunch with Exhibitors (Sponsored by Compusearch) Longhorn Hall A-C

2:00pm–2:30pm Coffee and Dessert with Exhibitors Longhorn Hall A-C

2:30pm–3:45pm 15 Concurrent Breakout Sessions (see page 35 for full details) My Breakout Session: __________

3:45pm–4:00pm Break


5:30pm–8:30pm Women’s Forum Golf Outing‡ Bear Creek Golf Club

6:00pm–10:00pm Tuesday Night Outing Downtown Grapevine

MONDAY JULY 27, 20157:00am–8:00am Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors Longhorn Hall A-C


9:00am–10:30am Executive Panel Discussion Texas AB Ballroom


11:15am–12:30pm 15 Concurrent Breakout Sessions (see page 23 for full details) My Breakout Session: __________

12:30pm–2:00pm Networking Lunch with Exhibitors (Sponsored by Compusearch) Longhorn Hall A-C





6:30pm–10:30pm Annual World Congress Awards Gala‡ (Sponsored by American Public University) Glass Cactus

† Indicates a pre– or post–World Congress event.‡ Indicates a special event requiring a separate registration fee.Attendees will receive 20 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) hours for their attendance.

This event meets all requirements laid out in 5 C.F.R. 410.404.

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Registration Hours:SUNDAY, JULY 26 10:00am–6:30pm

MONDAY, JULY 27 7:00am–5:15pm

TUESDAY, JULY 28 7:00am–5:15pm

WEDNESDAY, JULY 29 7:00am–4:15pm

Visit the Learning Pavilion in the Exhibit Hall!

Innovation Lives Here!Take to social media to share your favorite innovative practice, idea, or inspiration for a chance to win an iPad!* To be entered, you must include the hashtags below. Good luck!

Check Out Your Mini CMBOK!The education content at World Congress 2015 directly aligns with the competencies found in NCMA’s Contract Management Body of Knowledge (CMBOK). Check out the FREE desktop reference guide in your attendee bag or stop by the NCMA booth to purchase the full publication.

*Prize to be awarded during Wednesday morning awards breakfast. Participant must be present to win.

#NCMAwc#Innovate2015

Exhibit Hall Hours: SUNDAY, JULY 26 5:00pm–6: 30pm

MONDAY, JULY 27 7:00am–3:00pm

TUESDAY, JULY 28 7:00am–3:00pm

MONDAY, JULY 2710:40am–11:00am FedBid, Inc.

12:40pm–1:00pm NeoSystems Corp.

1:40pm–2:00pm CACI

2:10pm–2:30pm SourceAmerica

TUESDAY, JULY 2810:40am–11:00am National Industries for the Blind

12:40pm–1:00pm Deltek

1:10pm–1:30pm Distributed Solutions, Inc.

2:10pm–2:30pm American Public University

Sponsored by

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Special Thanks

Ethics and good character are critical traits for contract

management professionals.

www.caci.com

Join Dr. J.P. London, Executive Chairman of

CACI International and author of

Character: The Ultimate Success Factor

for his keynote address on

Wednesday, July 29 at 8:30 a.m.

gooD ChArACtEr

Leading ContraCt innovation with

©CACI 2015 INFORMATION DEPLOYED. SOLUTIONS ADVANCED. MISSIONS ACCOMPLISHED.

In addition, NCMA would like to thank the many World Congress speakers! In honor and appreciation of your participation in this year’s event, NCMA has made a generous donation to the Veterans Resource Center, our partner for this year’s Annual World Congress Community Service Project.

Last but certainly not least, we would like to thank the World Congress volunteers! We couldn’t hold this event without you! We will be running a complete list of World Congress volunteers in Wednesday’s edition of the Daily News.

NCMA WOULD LIKE TO THANK THE 2015 EVENT CHAIR FOR HIS ASSISTANCE IN MAKING WORLD CONGRESS 2015 A HUGE SUCCESS!

The Contract Management Code of EthicsThe Code of Ethics of the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) establishes principles for members of the contract management profession. This code is intended to create public trust and confidence in the integrity of the contract management process. The code requires members of the contract management profession to conduct themselves in such a manner as to bring credit upon the profession. All members of NCMA shall abide by the letter and spirit of this code.

The full Code of Ethics can be found on page 9 of the July issue of Contract Management magazine in your attendee bag!

RICHARD T. GINMANFormer Director, Defense Procurement and Acquisition Policy

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World Congress Goes Mobile! Maximize your time at World Congress with the NCMA mobile app. You’ll be able to easily view the schedule, exhibitors, speakers, local area information, and more! You can even create personalized lists to target what you want to see, hear, and do.

Search “NCMA Events” in the Apple App Store or Google Play Store to download.

Visit the Innovation LoungeThe innovation hall, located in the Center Pre- Function Area on level 3, is a place to relax and features all of the ideas that are being posted online with the hashtags #NCMAwc and #Innovate2015.

Is Your Phone Running Low On Power?Visit our free charging stations at the NCMA booth to power up!

Learning Pavilion in the Exhibit HallNEW THIS YEAR!See page 4 for schedule information and the organizations that will be presenting.

TAKE NOTE

Join us for the Newcomers Networking Reception on Sunday at 6:00pm in Dallas 5-7 to meet NCMA leadership and staff and hear how you can make the most of your time at this four-day education event.

NEW TO WORLD CONGRESS?

BREAKOUT SESSION PRESENTATIONSApproved presentations have been uploaded to the World Congress website at www.ncmaworldcongress.org/sessions. Check back after the event for updated/additional presentations.

NONMEMBERSIf you registered as a nonmember, you receive a one-year NCMA membership valid August 2015 through July 2016. As a member, you will receive a number of benefits, including:

« Contract Management Magazine and other NCMA publications;

« Access to members-only content on our website;

« Reduced member rates on all NCMA products, including certifications, books, webinars, and events; and

« Chapter membership that provides a wealth of local networking opportunities.

CERTIFICATES OF ATTENDANCECertificates of attendance will be emailed within 7–10 business days following the event.

EVALUATIONExpect a World Congress evaluation email on Friday. We appreciate you taking the time to share valuable insight on your experience at this year’s event!

PRIZESPrizes will be awarded to attendees whose names are drawn during the raffle. Stop by the NCMA booth to enter your name—an entry ticket was included on your registration badge! Attend-ees should consult their ethics policies and/or officer prior to accepting any gifts.

DAILY NEWSNCMA brings you a daily newspaper so you can stay on top of World Congress news coverage, updates, and announcements, along with games and photos of the event! Find it each morning in the general session room, Texas AB.

QUESTIONSCome by the Information Booth located in the Center Pre-Funtion Area on level 3 to speak with an event staff member. Or contact us after World Congress at [email protected].

Sponsored by

Reminders

Find New and Reliable Sources of Contract Management

Solutions, Training, and Expert Guidance.

NCMA has assembled all of these resources together to create the Contract Management Resource Directory! Members can search for suppliers and resources all in ONE PLACE.

Visit www.ncmahq.org/CMRD today and see what you’ve been missing!

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FULL PROGRAM AGENDA

SUNDAY JULY 26, 20154:00pm–5:00pm Opening Keynote Address

Katrina McFarland, Assistant Secretary of Defense (Acquisition)

Texas AB Ballroom

5:00pm–6:30pm Exhibit Hall Ribbon Cutting and Opening Reception Longhorn Hall A-C

5:30pm–6:00pm Virtual Chapter Meet-up NCMA Booth, Longhorn Hall A-C

6:00pm–7:30pm Newcomers Networking Reception Dallas 5-7

6:30pm–7:30pm NCMA Communities Night Texas C

MONDAY JULY 27, 20157:00am–8:00am Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors Longhorn Hall A-C

8:00am–9:00am Keynote Address Bill Hovis, Chief Procurement Officer, Coca-Cola Bottling Investments Group

Texas AB Ballroom

9:00am–10:30am Executive Panel Discussion Getting Results Through Innovation

Moderator: David Gragan, Senior Procurement Executive, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

Panelists: John Adler, Vice President of Procurement, Dallas Area Rapid TransitRoger House, President and CEO, Owner, AXIOMJeffrey Napier, CPCM, Director, Office of Acquisition Services, Centers for Disease Control and PreventionMartha Shepard, Vice President, Contracts, BAE Systems, Inc.

Texas AB Ballroom


11:15am–12:30pm 15 Concurrent Breakout Sessions (see page 23 for full details)

12:30pm–2:00pm Networking Lunch with Exhibitors Longhorn Hall A-C


2:30pm–3:45pm 15 Concurrent Breakout Sessions (see page 26 for full details)



6:30pm–10:30pm World Congress Annual Awards Gala‡ Tickets still available—stop by the registration desk!

Glass Cactus

Sponsored by

Sponsored by

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† Indicates a pre– or post–World Congress event.‡ Indicates a special event requiring a separate registration fee.Attendees will receive 20 Continuing Professional Education (CPE) hours for their attendance.

This event meets all requirements laid out in 5 C.F.R. 410.404.

WEDNESDAY JULY 29, 20157:30am–8:30am Plated Breakfast with Awards Presentation Texas AB Ballroom

8:30am–9:30am Keynote AddressDr. J.P. London, Executive Chairman, CACI International, Inc.

Texas AB Ballroom


9:45am–11:00am 15 Concurrent Breakout Sessions (see page 43 for full details)

11:00am–12:30pm Closing Executive Panel DiscussionReview of Innovative Accomplishments in 2015

Moderator: Alan Burman, President, Jefferson Consulting

Panelists: Rob Burton, Partner, Venable LLPNancy Heimbaugh, Principal, LMP Alliance, LLCDr. Terry Raney, Senior Vice President, CACI Dynamic Systems Inc.Charlie Williams, Jr., Former Director, Defense Contract Management Agency; President, CWilliams LLC

Texas AB Ballroom

12:00pm–1:30pm Networking Lunch‡ (provided only to attendees staying for GSA co-located event)

Texas AB Foyer

1:15pm–4:15pm Transforming the Federal Marketplace: A Co-located Training Event‡

Texas AB Ballroom

4:30pm–6:30pm VIP Reception‡ (by invite only) Dallas 5-7

THURSDAY JULY 30, 20158:00am–12:00pm NCMA Certification Exams†‡ Austin 1-2

8:30am–4:30pm National Education Seminars†‡ Dallas 5-7

TUESDAY JULY 28, 20157:00am–8:00am Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors Longhorn Hall A-C

8:00am–9:30am Executive Panel Discussion The Public Perception of Contracting

Moderator: Jim McCarthy, Founder & Principal Owner, AOC Key Solutions

Panelists: Jill R. Aitoro, Editor, Federal TimesBrandon Formby, Transportation Writer, Dallas Morning NewsJason Miller, Executive Editor, Federal News RadioDavid Wray, Director of Communication, Defense Contract Management Agency

Texas AB Ballroom

9:30am–10:30am Keynote AddressRoger Krone, Chief Executive Officer, Leidos

Texas AB Ballroom


11:15am–12:30pm 15 Concurrent Breakout Sessions (see page 33 for full details)

12:30pm–2:00pm Networking Lunch with Exhibitors Longhorn Hall A-C





5:30pm–8:30pm Women’s Forum Golf Outing‡ Bear Creek Golf Club

6:00pm–10:00pm Tuesday Night Outing Downtown Grapevine

Sponsored by

Sponsored by

CO-LOCATED TRAIN

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Transforming the Federal Marketplace: A Co-located Training Event

WEDNESDAY JULY 29, 20151:15pm–1:30pm

Texas aB Ballroom

Welcome Remarks

1. Michael Fischetti, JD, CPCM, Fellow, Executive Director, NCMA 2. Thomas Sharpe, Commissioner, Federal Acquisition Service, General Services Administration

1:30pm–2:10pm

Texas aB Ballroom

Interactive Discussion on Category Management

Moderator: 3. George Prochaska, Regional Commissioner, Federal Acquisition Service, General Services Administration Panelists: 4. Mary Davie, Assistant Commissioner for Integrated Technology Services, General Services Administration 5. Tiffany Hixson, Regional Commissioner, Federal Acquisition Service, General Services Administration

2:10pm–3:00pm

Texas aB Ballroom

Senior Procurement Executive Panel Session: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly in Federal Acquisition

Moderator: 6. Jeff Koses, Deputy Chief Acquisition Officer, Senior Procurement Executive, Federal Acquisition Service, General Services Administration Panelists: 7. John Bashista, Senior Procurement Executive, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 8. Iris Cooper, CPCM, Fellow, Senior Procurement Executive, U.S. Department of Treasury

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The General Services Administration (GSA) is hosting “Transforming the Federal Marketplace: A Co-located Training Event” on Wednesday from 1:15–4:15pm at the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center. This immediately follows the closing executive panel discussion and lunch in the World Congress 2015 program. The strategies discussed at this co-located event align to new federal initiatives including category management, strategic sourcing, innovative con-tract vehicles, and information technology. Those in attendance will hear from senior officials responsible for implementing improvement in these areas across several major agencies.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION:This training event is open to the public. However, if you plan to attend, please stop by the registration desk to indicate this if you did not already do so while registering for World Congress.

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WEDNESDAY JULY 29, 2015 (CONT.)3:00pm–3:15pm Break

3:15pm–4:30pm 4 Concurrent Breakout Sessions

Texas 1-3 Acting as One: The Acquisition Gateway

Brad Powers, Senior Program Manager, General Services Administration Lisa Hudson, Acquisition Gateway Product Owner, General Services Administration

Come learn about the Acquisition Gateway, powered by GSA! Find out how government is implementing category management and how the Acquisition Gateway, an online workplace, will help deliver the benefits. When all categories are in one place, with all available solutions listed together, the governmentwide acquisition community can reduce duplication, make smarter decisions, reduce price variability, and act as one.

Texas C OASIS – Reshaping the World of IDIQ Contracting

Valerie Bindel, Contract Specialist, General Services Administration John Cornell, General Attorney, General Services Administration Todd Richards, Contract Specialist, General Services Administration Tommy Thomas, Contract Specialist, General Services Administration

Learn and discuss how GSA’s new program to provide federal customers with streamlined acquisition solutions for complex professional services became a reality. OASIS and OASIS Small Business are multiple-award contracts available to all federal contracting officers providing a broad array of professional services. Hear about the acquisition strategy, the contracts and their scope, and the legal challenges addressed. Both acquisition and program officials will benefit from this session.

Texas aB Helping Make Better IT Acquisition Decisions

Teresa Carrington, Director, National Information Commodity Program, General Services Administration Paul Morris, IT Hardware Category Manager, Office of Integrated Technology Services, General Services Administration Omar Saeb, Senior Business Management Specialist, General Services Administration Benjamin Taylor, Information Technology Specialist, Office of Integrated Technology Services, General Services Administration

GSA has been working hard to develop new tools which can help COs procure faster, cheaper, and more efficiently. Come to this panel to find out about some of GSA’s new tools like: Solutions Navigator, IT Hallways, GWAC Prices Paid, and Reverse Auction Platform.

Texas D Transforming GSA’s Professional Services Offering

Kathy Jocoy, Supplier Relationship Manager/Professional Services Schedule Project Manager, General Services Administration

Attendees will receive 3.0 Continuing Learning Points (CLPs) for their attendance.

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Need help?!

Contact your local Federal Acquisition

Service Customer Service Representative!

Simply go to:

http://www.gsa.gov/portal/content/100813

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KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

1. Sunday, July 26 « 4:00pm–5:00pm KATRINA G. MCFARLAND, ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF DEFENSE (ACQUISITION)Katrina McFarland is the assistant secretary of defense (acquisition). In this role, she is the principal advisor to the secretary of defense and the undersecretary of defense for acquisition, technology and logistics on matters relating to acquisition. Previously, she served as president of the Defense Acquisition University (DAU), where she continued to build DAU’s out-standing reputation as the DOD’s primary learning institution, while overseeing the development and expansion of acqui-sition curriculum and supporting learning opportunities for over 150,000 members of the defense acquisition workforce. Prior to joining DAU, McFarland was the director for acquisition for the Missile Defense Agency.

2. Monday, July 27 « 8:00am–9:00amBILL HOVIS, CHIEF PROCUREMENT OFFICER, COCA-COLA BOTTLING INVESTMENTS GROUPWilliam (Bill) Hovis is responsible for the total procurement spend of a $9 billion internal bottling business, which has oper-ations on four continents (South America, Europe, Africa, and Asia). He is also a member of the Bottling Investments Group (BIG) Senior Leadership Team, reporting to the executive vice president of Coca-Cola and president of BIG. Additionally, he is a member of the operating committee for the Cross-Enterprise Procurement Group (CEPG), a Coca-Cola buying cooperative managing $20 billion of procurement spend. Hovis has 19 years of experience with The Coca-Cola Company where he has held a series of procurement and commodity management roles.

3. Tuesday, July 28 « 9:30am–10:30amROGER KRONE, CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, LEIDOS Roger A. Krone was appointed as chief executive officer of Leidos in July 2014. He also sits on the Leidos Board of Di-rectors. Krone brings nearly 40 years of operational, strategic, and financial execution experience with some of the nation’s most prominent names in aerospace. Bringing both engineering and financial expertise to bear, Krone has held senior pro-gram management and finance positions at The Boeing Company, McDonnell Douglas Corporation, and General Dynamics. He has an exceptional track record of building consensus, teams, business, and companies. He is widely recognized as a dynamic thought leader with an intense interest in technology and a deep understanding of the customers Leidos serves.

4. Wednesday, July 29 « 8:30am–9:30am DR. J.P. LONDON, EXECUTIVE CHAIRMAN, CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD, CACI INTERNATIONAL, INC. Dr. J.P. London is executive chairman/chairman of the board of CACI International, Inc (NYSE), a $3.6 billion IT and professional services company. He previously served as president and chief executive officer (1984–2007). London has received numerous awards and honors, including being named one of the Most Influential People in Business Ethics by the Ethisphere Institute (2014). A graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, the U.S. Naval Postgraduate School, and George Washington University, London also served 24 years in active and reserve duty in the U.S. Navy. London serves on the boards of CAUSE, the Navy Memorial Foundation, the Naval Historical Foundation, and the Friends of the National World War II Memorial. He is the author of Character: The Ultimate Success Factor and Our Good Name: A Company’s Fight to Defend Its Honor and Get the Truth Told about Abu Ghraib.

ROGER KRONE, LEIDOS DR. J.P. LONDON, CACIKATRINA G. MCFARLAND, ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF DEFENSE

BILL HOVIS, COCA-COLA

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Monday, July 27 « 9:00am–10:30amGETTING RESULTS THROUGH INNOVATION Listen in on this diverse panel of current senior contracting executives representing all sides of today’s business (federal, state/local, small and large business) as they discuss how they meet their missions as well as navigate hurdles of the acquisition environment with innovative ideas, practices, and especially perseverance.

2. John Adler Vice President of Procurement, Dallas Area Rapid Transit

3. Roger House President and CEO, Owner, AXIOM

4. Jeffrey Napier, CPCM Director, Office of Acquisition Services, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention

5. Martha Shepard Vice President, Contracts, BAE Systems, Inc.

2. Jill Aitoro Editor, Federal Times

3. Brandon Formby Transportation Writer, Dallas Morning News

4. Jason Miller Executive Editor, Federal News Radio

5. David Wray Director of Communication, Defense Contract Management Agency

2. Rob Burton Former Deputy Administrator, Office of Federal Procurement Policy; Partner, Venable LLP

3. Nancy Heimbaugh Principal, LMP Alliance, LLC

4. Dr. Terry Raney Senior Vice President, CACI Dynamic Systems Inc.

5. Charlie Williams Jr. Former Director, Defense Contract Management Agency; President, CWilliams LLC

Wednesday, July 29 « 11:00am–12:30pmREVIEW OF INNOVATIVE ACCOMPLISHMENTS IN 2015 The Procurement Round Table is a prestigious group of former federal acquisition officials now in the private sector who advise and assist on improvements in federal acquisition. Join a subset of the group as they provide perspectives on past acquisition initiatives and discuss their views and vision on what must occur moving forward. Look to gain greater understanding on past accomplishments and tools for moving forward.

Tuesday, July 28 « 8:00am–9:30amTHE PUBLIC PERCEPTION OF CONTRACTING Does it sometimes feel like even your family doesn’t understand what you do? Why doesn’t anyone seem to appreciate the complexities of contracting? Just type it up, right? Participate in this unique panel of media representatives who translate contracting news of the day to a wider government and industry audience for a tongue-in-cheek look at how contracting is viewed by others in government as well as the public at large. Improving the outsider understanding of contract managers is a great leap toward effective communication with all concerned.

1. Alan Burman Former Administrator, Office of Federal Procurement Policy; President, Jefferson Consulting

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1. Jim McCarthy Founder & Principal Owner, AOC Key Solutions

1. David Gragan Senior Procurement Executive, Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

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Expand your network, make connections!EDUCATION IS NOT THE ONLY BENEFIT OF YOUR WORLD CONGRESS ATTENDANCE.

COMMUNITIES NIGHTSunday, July 26 « 6:30pm–7:30pm « Room: TexaS C

Join us to explore our NCMA communities: the Women’s Forum Community, Advancing Professionals Community, and Contract Management Leadership Development Program Alumni Community. Network with like-minded individuals, reconnect with old friends, and make some new ones.

OPENING RECEPTION Sunday, July 26 « 5:00pm–6:30pm « longhoRn hall a-C

Celebrate the kickoff of World Congress 2015 and the opening of the exhibit hall with us! Join Sunday’s keynote speaker, along with event chair Richard T. Ginman, new NCMA President Penny White, and NCMA Executive Director Michael Fischetti, as they conduct the ribbon- cutting ceremony. Then enter the exhibit hall to enjoy a drink and hors d’oeuvres, check out the 2015 sponsors and exhibitors, and begin net-working with the 1,600+ contract management professionals also in attendance. Don’t forget the treasure hunt! The first person to complete it will receive a special prize.

VIRTUAL CHAPTER MEET-UPSunday, July 26 « 5:30pm–6:30pm « nCma BooTh « longhoRn hall a-C

Have you always wanted to be involved in an NCMA chapter, but you don’t live near one? Come check out the NCMA Virtual Chapter—a chapter without borders! Anyone who is interested in the Virtual Chapter should stop by the NCMA booth in the exhibit hall to discuss the 2015–2016 program year goals and new program initiatives.

NEW! NEWCOMERS NETWORKING RECEPTIONSunday, July 26 « 6:00pm–7:30pm « Room: dallaS 5–7

NCMA invites first-time World Congress attendees and new NCMA members to the Newcomers Networking Reception! This will be an opportunity to meet NCMA leadership and staff and hear how you can make the most of your time at this four-day education event. Afterward, attendees are invited to Communities Night in Texas C to enjoy a drink and hors d’oeuvres and learn more about the benefits of NCMA membership.

NEW THIS YEAR, visit the NCMA table to suggest a new community such as a diversity community, small business community, or healthcare community–we want to hear from you!

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WORLD CONGRESS ANNUAL AWARDS GALAmonday, July 27 « 6:30pm–10:30pm « glaSS CaCTuS

You won’t want to miss this night of live entertainment including awards presentations, armadillo racing, cigar rolling, and country line dancing, along with an interactive buffet dinner and dessert! Those attending are encouraged to wear “country casual”—the more hats, boots, and denim, the better. Transportation provided.

Tickets still available—stop by the registration desk!

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CMLDP ALUMNI COMMUNITY BOOK DISCUSSIONTueSday, July 28 « 7:00am–7:45am « del Rio 3, lone STaR aTRium

Join the Contract Management Leadership Development Program (CMLDP) Alumni Community for their next book club meeting! The book that will be discussed is Getting Things Done by David Allen. Please feel free to join whether you’ve had a chance to read the book or just want to learn more about it!

TUESDAY NIGHT OUTINGTueSday, July 28 « 6:00pm–10:00pm « downTown gRapevine

Get a group together to explore all that downtown Grapevine, Texas has to offer with your fellow World Congress attendees. We’ll provide the transportation and a specialized map with our recommendations on things to do. Local shops and restaurants are offering discounts to those who show their badges.

VIP RECEPTION (BY INVITE ONLY)wedneSday, July 29 « 4:30pm–6:30pm « dallaS 5-7

NCMA and Bloomberg Government will host a VIP Reception on Wednesday evening. Join both NCMA leadership and attendees to wrap up the events with a lively reception, including a Texas margarita station, tequila tasting, and light hors d’oeuvres. Stop by the Bloomberg booth in the Exhibit Hall to secure an invite. Hope to see you there!

NEW! WOMEN’S FORUM GOLF OUTINGTueSday, July 28 « 5:30pm–8:30pm « BeaR CReek golf CluB

Everyone is invited to join the Women’s Forum Community for a golf clinic and dinner at Bear Creek Golf Club. Transportation is included.

Tickets still available, but space is limited— stop by the registration desk!

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Maximize on education— attend a National Education Seminar!NCMA OFFERS TWO CONCURRENT SEMINARS ON THURSDAY, JULY 30.

SUBCONTRACT MANAGEMENT FROM A TO Z Speaker: Roy Nyquist, CPCM, Fellow

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Subcontract Management From A to Z is a one-day National Education Seminar (NES) that presents subcontract management in the U.S. federal government environment. Subcon-tract management under a government prime contract is a hybrid between the company’s commercial subcontracting requirements and

the federal government’s subcontracting requirements. This seminar is unique in its focus on the topics that make sub-contract management different under a prime government contract.

NEW! CONTRACT CHANGES, DISPUTES, AND TERMINATIONS— MASTERING THE FUNDAMENTALSSpeaker: Donald Shannon, CPCM, CFCM, Fellow

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Contract changes are inevitable and must be anticipated and properly managed. Contract Changes, Disputes, and Terminations—Mastering the Fundamentals provides the information you need to handle any and all ambiguities, differences of opinion, or poten-tial and real conflicts between the parties.

These can arise by verbal discussion, letter, the proposal, the basic contract, or any of its subsequent modifications. They can involve everything from the interpretation of the statement of work to the minutes of a meeting. Changes can also come from various sources—some with the authority to make them and sometimes not. They can impact the success of your contract as well as the relationship between the parties.

NCMA Member: $345

Nonmember: $395

Choose one of the two seminars below. Every National Education Seminar participant will receive a copy of the seminar’s book and corresponding workbook.

The significance of the practice of subcontract management cannot be understated. It is an essential function of the American contracting system. The reasons for its importance are many, as are the responsibilities of subcontract managers.

Subcontract Management From A to Z examines the subject of subcontract management in the U.S. federal government environment, and is unique in its focus on the topics that make subcontract management different under a prime government contract.

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Commercial Contracting Practices and Authorities Impacts and changes in best practices and the latest UCC changes, such as minimizing contract risk, improving contract communications, and the benefits of a reverse auction platform.

Contract Ethics and Conflicts of Interest Navigate the complexities and nuances of the laws, regulations, and best practices governing the delicate business relationship between buying agency and contractor organization.

Environmental Contracting and Sustainability Respect for the environment is a social responsibility, but in the world of contracting, it is also the law. Get the latest information to ensure that your organization is compliant.

Legislative and Regulatory Updates in Acquisition Participate in these sessions and get yourself up to date on the most recent legislative and regulatory changes and initiatives.

Small Business Programs As a small business, learn how to position yourself and collaborate within the federal market, how to build relationships essential to the growth of your business, and other practical advice for business advancement from leaders within the small business community.

ACQUISITION PLANNING AND STRATEGY COMPETENCY TRACKS (CMBOK 2.0):Acquisition Strategy, Planning & Sourcing An acquisition plan reflects the collaboration of the stakeholders. Explore the level of detail required for your acquisition based on the dollar value, complexity, and other factors.

Cost and Price Analysis Improve your ability to synthesize various relevant data factors, including audit and pre-award reports; to develop justifiable positions; and to negotiate fair prices and delivery schedules using solid cost and price analysis. Learn more about cost reimbursement–type contracts, price indexes, TINA, and other relevant guidance.

Foreign Acquisition Strategies Doing business outside the United States requires more than offering your products/services for sale or issuing a routine request for proposal. Learn to identify the key factors for success in expanding your markets outside the country.

Negotiation and Alternative Dispute Principal Strategies Fundamental skills needed to be an effective negotiator, including understanding each party’s respective motivations and various skills and methods for managing conflicts in contracting.

Source Selection Policies and Best Practices Discover how to manage as well as compete in a formal source selection process. Learn to determine when one evaluation factor should prevail over another or when best value (including LPTA) is appropriate. Gain a better understanding of Sections L and M of the RFP and strategies for success.

POST-AWARD COMPETENCY TRACKS (CMBOK 3.0):Contract Disputes, Suspension, Terminations and Debarment Techniques and processes to use when contractual disagreements escalate from best to worst case.

Contract Performance and Administration Key strategies for successful contract management, performance, and oversight, as well as various remedies for potential failures.

Subcontract Management These sessions focus on the critical issues, current trends, and hot topics within subcontracting and subcontract manage-ment, including the unique prime/sub relationship, government privity, and subcontracting compliance responsibilities.

World Congress 2015 Educational TracksCUSTOMIZE YOUR TRAINING EXPERIENCE TO SUIT YOUR INDIVIDUAL NEEDSWorld Congress 2015 offers over 100 breakout sessions from more than 15 educational tracks! The tracks were re-categorized and include five that directly align with competencies found in NCMA’s Contract Management Body of Knowledge (CMBOK) and one additional track focused on innovation. With a wide variety of topics, you are sure to find training in your specific areas of interest. Choose to follow the breakouts of one specific track or focus on multiple tracks throughout the event.

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SPECIALIZED KNOWLEDGE AREAS COMPETENCY TRACK (CMBOK 4.0):Technology and Innovation Explore the use of innovation and technology in the contracting organization and the techniques unique to the future of the profession.

Performance-Based Services Acquisition The customer gets the best value and the contractor has the best opportunity for profitability when the requirement is performance-based and clearly written. See examples of how this simple concept applies.

BUSINESS COMPETENCY TRACKS (CMBOK 5.0):Business and Proposal Development What your organization needs to know to effectively identify, pursue, and compete for business opportunities and to best manage the proposal process.

General Business (NEW) Recent MBA grad? You can skip this track. If not, come and get a refresher on the business skills that contract managers need to hone and maintain.

Risk Assessment and Mitigation Learn how to better measure, manage, and mitigate the vulnerabilities and risks associated with your acquisitions.

ACQUISITION INNOVATION TRACK:Case Studies and Experiential Learning: Lessons Learned in the Real World Valuable and actual perspectives and lessons learned from those who have gone through the acquisition process. Learn by example of challenges, successes, and failures from experienced contract management professionals.

CPCM: Contract Management Body of Knowledge (CMBOK) Review The Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) examination is based on the competencies of the CMBOK. Learn more about the five major competency areas and how many exam questions come from each.

Join us in Booth 401 or Breakout Session A13, Paperless Contracting: The Mandates, Benefts,

Challenges & Best Practices

Engaged 1102s. Acquisition professionals’ ability to comply with regulations without very time consuming workarounds depends on a system proven effective by other 1102s. PRISM has been proven easy-to-learn workarounds depends on a system proven effective by other 1102s. PRISM has been proven easy-to-learn and effective by over 50,000 federal acquisition professionals.and effective by over 50,000 federal acquisition professionals.

Empowered Policymakers. Policymakers need the fexibility to make policy changes and the ability to drive compliance. PRISM is the only contract-writing system that provides policymakers fexibility while preserving control.

Confdent Acquisition Leaders. Budget, morale, and ultimately agencies’ missions can be damaged by contract-writing-system delays, outages, and shortcomings. The initial operating capability, uptime, ROI, contract-writing-system delays, outages, and shortcomings. The initial operating capability, uptime, ROI, and overall track record of PRISM are unrivaled.

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AGENDA: MONDAY

7:00am–8:00am Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors « longhorn hall a-C

8:00am–9:00am Keynote Address « Texas aB Ballroom

9:00am–10:30am Executive Panel Discussion « Texas aB Ballroom

10:30am–11:15am Refreshment Break with Exhibitors « longhorn hall a-C

11:15am–12:30pm 15 Concurrent Breakout Sessions

A01 MANAGING RISK IN B2B CONTRACTING

ausTin 4/5A02 BECOMING A

CUSTOMER- FOCUSED ORGANIZATION ausTin 6

A03 ACQUISITION FROM NONPROFIT AGENCIES

UNDER THE ABILITYONE PROGRAM—THE FAR PART YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT Dallas 3/4

A04 OVERCOMING THE TOP 10 CHALLENGES TO

RE-WINNING YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACT Dallas 6/7

A05 CONSTRUCTING A SUCCESSFUL

SUSTAINABLE ACQUISITION PROGRAM TO MEET FEDERAL SUSTAINABILITY MANDATES Dallas 5

A06 EXPLAIN YOURSELF— PLAIN LANGUAGE RULES

IN CONTRACT INTERPRETATION san anTonio 1

A07 DRIVING EFFICIENCY THROUGH FLEXIBLE

STANDARDIZATION IN CONTRACT MANAGEMENT san anTonio 6

A08 THE REAL REASON PRICE MATTERS

Texas 1A09 CONTRACT

MANAGEMENT AS A CRITICAL BUSINESS FUNCTION Texas 2

A10 A PROCUREMENT HOUSE BUILT ON SAND: ACQUISI-

TION POLICY LESSONS LEARNED Texas 3

A11 ALL THE GOV CON NEWS FIT TO

SPEAK ABOUT Texas 4

A12 COMMERCIAL RISK MITIGATION

Texas 5A13 PAPERLESS

CONTRACTING: THE MANDATES, BENEFITS, CHAL-LENGES, AND BEST PRACTICES Texas 6

A14 CONTRACTORS ARE FROM MARS, THE

GOVERNMENT IS FROM VENUS—CAN WE GET ALONG? Texas C

A15 SELECT THE BEST VALUE CONTRACTOR WHILE

DETERRING CORRUPTION Texas D

12:30pm–2:00pm Networking Lunch with Exhibitors (Sponsored by Compusearch) « longhorn hall a-C

2:00pm–2:30pm Coffee and Dessert with Exhibitors « longhorn hall a-C


B01 ADDRESSING THE MYSTERIES OF SMALL

BUSINESS SET-ASIDES WITHIN THE GSA MULTIPLE AWARD SCHEDULES PROGRAM ausTin 4/5

B02 CONTRACTING OFFICER: THE FAST TRACK

ausTin 6B03 PRICING

ARRANGEMENTS: CHOOSE YOUR CONTRACT TYPE AND APPROPRIATE INCENTIVES WISELY, AND REDUCE YOUR RISK Dallas 3/4

B04 MAXIMIZING PROFIT BY CATEGORIZING

CONTRACTOR-ACQUIRED PROPERTY Dallas 6/7

B05 GOVERNMENT– INDUSTRY TEAMWORK

IN THE AGE OF OVERSIGHT Dallas 5

B06 COST RECOVERY ISSUES AFTER A TERMINATION

FOR CONVENIENCE san anTonio 1

B07 FEDERAL CONTRACTING

OUTLOOK FOR 2015 AND BEYOND san anTonio 6

B08 CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE

INFORMATION: THE KEY TO THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE SUPERIOR SUPPLIER PROGRAM Texas 1

B09 INDIRECT RATE CYCLE: FACTORS THAT

DRIVE YOUR INDIRECT RATES AND IMPACT YOUR PROPOSAL Texas 2

B10 WELCOME TO THE REDESIGNED

ACQUISITION.GOV Texas 3

B11 COUNTERFEIT ELECTRONIC PARTS, REAL

RISKS: UNDERSTANDING THE DOD’S REQUIREMENTS Texas 4

B12 MANDATORY DISCLOSURES: DEVEL-

OPMENTS AND BEST PRACTICES Texas 5

B13 THE CLOUDS ARE MOVING IN—

CONTRACTING IN SUPPORT OF THE INTERNET OF THINGS Texas 6

B14 BASIS OF ESTIMATE— NO LONGER JUST A “NICE

TO HAVE” PROPOSAL REQUIREMENT Texas C

B15 EVALUATING DATA RIGHTS IN SOURCE SELECTIONS—

MAPPING UNCHARTED TERRITORY Texas D



C01 EFFECTIVE ADMINISTRATION

OF COMMERCIAL CONTRACTS ausTin 4/5

C02 THE CONTRACTING OFFICER PODCAST

UPDATE ausTin 6

C03 OBJECTIVELY DEBATING THE MERITS

OF PREFERENTIAL PROCUREMENT POLICIES Dallas 3/4

C04 DON’T JUST PRICE—PRICE TO WIN IT!

Dallas 6/7C05 INTRODUCTION TO

THE NCMA CONTRACT MANAGEMENT BODY OF KNOWLEDGE (CMBOK) Dallas 5

C06 7 “MUST KNOW” FUNDAMENTALS TO

BEGIN TO IMPLEMENT KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT IN YOUR ORGANIZATION san anTonio 1

C07 FINANCIAL ANALYSIS: TOOLS FOR ASSESSING

THE FINANCIAL HEALTH OF CONTRACTORS san anTonio 6

C08 HOW TO FIND THE FAR ANSWER

Texas 1C09 SHAKEN NOT STIRRED:

ADDRESSING BLENDED RATES AND COMPENSATION LIMITS Texas 2

C10 LABOR CONTRACTING IN FLUX: NEW EXECUTIVE

ORDERS, SERVICE CONTRACT ACT, AND REGULATIONS DECODED Texas 3

C11 BEST (AND WORST) PRACTICES IN

TEAMING AGREEMENTS Texas 4

C12 THIS IS NOT YOUR DADDY’S PMR

Texas 5C13 MARKET INTELLIGENCE

FOR ACQUISITION DECISION-MAKING Texas 6

C14 COST OR PRICING DATA—MEETING THE

REASONABLE/REALISM CHALLENGE Texas C

C15 A SYSTEMS-BASED APPROACH TO

CONTRACTING IN A DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENT Texas D

6:30pm–10:30pm Annual World Congress Awards Gala‡ (Sponsored by American Public University) « glass CaCTus

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MANAGING RISK IN B2B CONTRACTINGSession A01 « CommeRCial ConTRaCTing pRaCTiCeS & auThoRiTieS « Austin 4/5 « Basic

Holly Walker, CPCM, Instructor and Consultant, Corporate Learning Solutions

This session reviews the complete risk management process and cycle. Learn to identify the elements of risk, as well as categories, types, probability, and consequences of risk. Hear how to identify, review, evaluate and manage risks throughout the contract life cycle.

BECOMING A CUSTOMER-FOCUSED ORGANIZATIONSession A02 « CaSe STudieS & expeRienTial leaRning: leSSonS leaRned in The Real woRld « Austin 6 « Basic

Tracy Marcinowski, Director, Acquisition Policy, GSA

“Do more with less” seems to be the motto these days, but is your organization ready? Everyone is looking for the best products and services to support their mission. The only way to survive in a world where less is more and competition is fierce is to become a custom-er-focused organization. Learn how to effectively manage customers’ expectations and turn your relationship into a partnership.

ACQUISITION FROM NONPROFIT AGENCIES UNDER THE ABILI-TYONE PROGRAM—THE FAR PART YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUTSession A03 « aCquiSiTion STRaTegy, planning & SouRCing « Dallas 3/4 « Intermediate

Chuck Guta, Key Account Manager DoD/Army, SourceAmerica Marie McManus, DoD/Air Force Key Account Manager, SourceAmerica Nathan Short, Quality Control Manager, Professional Contract Services

Learn about an acquisition strategy solution that is unique and relatively unknown among acquisition professionals—FAR Part 8.7. Understand the procedures put in place by the Committee for Purchase from People Who Are Blind or Severely Disabled (41 CFR Chapter 51) (now known as the U.S. AbilityOne Commission), which implements and guides the policies of the AbilityOne Program.

OVERCOMING THE TOP 10 CHALLENGES TO RE-WINNING YOUR GOVERNMENT CONTRACTSession A04 « BuSineSS & pRopoSal developmenT « Dallas 6/7 « Intermediate

Richard Agopsowicz, Managing Director, RGovAccess (A Robbins Gioia Capability)

Based on observations across over 500 government contract compe-titions, a panel of former government procurement source selection evaluators, and the latest government acquisition trends, we discuss the top 10 typical incumbent challenges and ways to overcome them, while sorting myth from fact. This drives us to five management focus areas to overcome nearly all of these challenges with little additional corporate resource commitments.

CONSTRUCTING A SUCCESSFUL SUSTAINABLE ACQUISITION PROGRAM TO MEET FEDERAL SUSTAINABILITY MANDATESSession A05 « enviRonmenTal ConTRaCTing & SuSTainaBiliTy « Dallas 5 « Basic

Brianna Durkin, GWCCM, Contracts Specialist, Battelle Memorial Institute, PNWD

Recommended methods are suggested to help federal contractors meet Executive Order mandates for contract actions to be compliant with sustainable purchasing requirements such as recycled, biobased, energy-efficient, etc. Best practices include creating contractual pro-visions, providing education and Acquisition Guidelines to contracting and technical staff, and collaboration with a contractor’s Environmen-tal team and external resources.

EXPLAIN YOURSELF—PLAIN LANGUAGE RULES IN CONTRACT INTERPRETATIONSession A06 « ConTRaCT diSpuTeS, SuSpenSion, TeRminaTionS & deBaRmenT (new) « San Antonio 1 « Intermediate

Alicia Rigdon, JD, General Counsel & Director of Contracts, Marotta Controls Inc.

Every contracting professional dreads when the question “Is that real-ly in the contract?” pops up. We hope that everything in the contract is clear, but when it isn’t, beware. Often a term, clause, product descrip-tion, or service could have had a clearer explanation. This session will take a look at instances where this can happen and provide tools and approaches for these issues when they arise.

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DRIVING EFFICIENCY THROUGH FLEXIBLE STANDARDIZATION IN CONTRACT MANAGEMENTSession A07 « geneRal BuSineSS (new) « San Antonio 6 « Intermediate

Cynthia Zieman, MPP, CPCM, Sr Acquisition Analyst, Integrity Management Consulting

Standardization and centralized systems and processes drive efficien-cies that lead to cost savings and greater quality. However, a mea-sured approach is needed. This session will discuss how a measured approach to standardization balances the needs of seasoned and new contracting officers to avoid starting each new requirement from scratch, but have flexibility to tailor contracts to their particular project.

THE REAL REASON PRICE MATTERSSession A08 « CoST & pRiCe analySiS « Texas 1 « Basic

Jason Rupinski, Price-to-Win Strategist, Leidos

An integral part of the proposal process is the cost/price volume; yet, often this is the last volume to get completed. Review the government versus business definitions of cost and price, followed by an explo-ration why cost/price really matters. Learn to identify how and why each section of the uniform contract format impacts cost/price and the implications on your business. Also, hear about common cost/price volume mistakes and considerations in achieving a compliant submission.

CONTRACT MANAGEMENT AS A CRITICAL BUSINESS FUNCTIONSession A09 « ConTRaCT peRfoRmanCe & adminiSTRaTion « Texas 2 « Basic

Rob Austin, CFCM, Director, Baker Tilly Jennifer Thorson, Manager, Baker Tilly

Contract management is an important (but often overlooked) busi-ness function that is critical to the long-term success of government contractors. During this session, we examine challenges faced by government contractors related to contract management and admin-istration. We offer insights regarding best practices employed by the nation’s leading contractors, while highlighting the risks and implica-tions of noncompliance. This is an introductory-level session.

A PROCUREMENT HOUSE BUILT ON SAND: ACQUISITION POLICY LESSONS LEARNEDSession A10 « legiSlaTive & RegulaToRy updaTeS in aCquiSiTion « Texas 3 « Intermediate

James Trudeau, CPCM, CFCM, Senior Procurement Analyst, U.S. Patent and Trademark Office James Waterman, JD, CFCM, CCCM, Manager, Grant Thornton LLP

Agency mission success depends upon, among other things, a healthy, mature, efficient, and effective procurement office. An effec-tive procurement office, in turn, requires a strong policy framework as a foundation. Developing a policy framework that enables an effective procurement office requires a number of things, including defining the policy development process, developing a “policy on policy,” engaging stakeholders, proper training, and capturing research and findings.

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ALL THE GOV CON NEWS FIT TO SPEAK ABOUTSession A11 « legiSlaTive & RegulaToRy updaTeS in aCquiSiTion « Texas 4 « Basic

Eric Crusius, Counsel, Miles & Stockbridge

Hear an overview of all of the regulatory and other changes in the government contracts world since last year’s World Congress. The session will focus on rapid developments in labor, cyber, small busi-ness, the bid protest landscape, and any other breaking news. We will end with predictions for 2015–2016.

COMMERCIAL RISK MITIGATIONSession A12 « RiSk aSSeSSmenT & miTigaTion « Texas 5 « Basic

Gregg Rupkalvis, CPCM, CCCM, ICCM-D III, DAWIA III, Contracts Manager, Womack Machine Supply Co

Discuss the applicability of commercial risk management as specific clauses that may impact both the commercial and federal contracting process.

PAPERLESS CONTRACTING: THE MANDATES, BENEFITS, CHAL-LENGES, AND BEST PRACTICESSession A13 « TeChnology & innovaTion « Texas 6 « Intermediate

John Bashista, Director, Office of Acquisition, Management, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Reid Jackson, Chief Executive Officer, Compusearch

Paperless contracting is the process of acquiring products and admin-istering grants using modern information technology and paper only by exception. Based on the experiences of leading agencies, those who are a bit behind can be confident that paperless contracting will drive better deals, productivity increases, and compliance—and capture tacit knowl-edge. There are common challenges (e.g., reluctance to change, security concerns), but best practices address them and continue to strengthen.

CONTRACTORS ARE FROM MARS, THE GOVERNMENT IS FROM VENUS—CAN WE GET ALONG?Session A14 « ConTRaCT peRfoRmanCe & adminiSTRaTion « Texas C « Intermediate

Michelle Currier, CPCM, CFCM, Fellow, Professor of Contract Management, DAU Heather Dallara, Fellow, Senior Director, General Dynamics Information Technology Inc.

Although both government and industry wish to provide the best goods and services to the war fighter, each side has goals they need to achieve during contract award and performance. What happens when goals are in conflict? Resolution and compromise are possible with risk identification, communication, and relationship-building. Speakers from both government and industry will roll up their sleeves, duke it out, and start talking to one another. Come join us for a lively interactive session.

SELECT THE BEST VALUE CONTRACTOR WHILE DETERRING CORRUPTIONSession A15 « SouRCe SeleCTion poliCieS & BeST pRaCTiCeS (new) « Texas D « Intermediate

William Curry, CPCM, Fellow, President, WSC Consulting

Federal acquisition professionals struggle to make rational cost/technical tradeoff decisions during selection of best value propos-als. DOD’s acknowledgement of the difficulty of such decisions was reported in a 2010 GAO report. Although GAO recommended enhanced training to strengthen DOD’s best-value tradeoff decisions, the presenter will demonstrate an alternative proposal scoring pro-cess that clearly identifies the best-value contractor while deterring corruption.

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ADDRESSING THE MYSTERIES OF SMALL BUSINESS SET-ASIDES WITHIN THE GSA MULTIPLE AWARD SCHEDULES PROGRAMSession B01 « Small BuSineSS pRogRamS « Austin 4/5 « Intermediate

G. Thomas Benton, Senior Procurement Analyst, GSA/FAS Office of Acquisition Management

Federal agencies who utilize the GSA Multiple Award Schedules (MAS) have always had the capability to count dollars awarded to qualified small businesses toward their agency’s socioeconomic goals. However, prior to Nov 2011, small business set-asides were not allowed under Federal Supply Schedule contracts. Section 1331 of the 2010 Jobs Act changed this scenario by implementing the ability to conduct small business set-asides within the MAS Program. This session unlocks all the answers to your GSA SB set-aside questions.

CONTRACTING OFFICER: THE FAST TRACKSession B02 « CaSe STudieS & expeRienTial leaRning: leSSonS leaRned in The Real woRld « Austin 6 « Basic

Dr. Mary Ann Wangemann, Fellow, CPCM, PMP, Statewide Director, Acquisition and Contract Management Programs, University of Virginia

The Federal Acquisition Institute, Defense Acquisition University and University of Virginia have partnered to provide a new contracting offi-cer pilot development program for people wishing to secure positions in the federal government as contracting officers and specialists. This presentation is by the UVA Director of the Federal Acquisition Certificate program and will cover the requirements for the program and answer questions. The program is ideal for recent graduates, returning veterans, and career-changers.

PRICING ARRANGEMENTS: CHOOSE YOUR CONTRACT TYPE AND APPROPRIATE INCENTIVES WISELY, AND REDUCE YOUR RISKSession B03 « aCquiSiTion STRaTegy, planning & SouRCing « Dallas 3/4 « Intermediate

Jo Cunningham, CFCM, Fellow, C.P.M., Prime Contract Administrator, Sandia National Laboratories

Major pricing arrangements and variations, as well as incentives options and their effect on risk mitigation, will be covered extensively. Discussion includes exploring customer requirements, evaluating contractor accounting systems limitations, and determining if you need audit assistance. The session will also cover complexity, project management requirements, and funding availability. Exercises include evaluating situational requirements, making decisions, and potential impacts of those decisions.

MAXIMIZING PROFIT BY CATEGORIZING CONTRACTOR-ACQUIRED PROPERTYSession B04 « BuSineSS & pRopoSal developmenT « Dallas 6/7 « Intermediate

Geoffrey Lawson, Esq., LLM, Senior Associate Contracts Specialist, Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation

This presentation will discuss recent rule changes and case decisions that affect the categories of contractor-acquired property. Based on these recent developments, contractors will learn how to categorize contractor-acquired property in proposals and contracts in order to obtain the most profit available under the weighted guidelines. Furthermore, contracting officers will learn how to ensure that con-tractors are appropriately categorizing contractor-acquired property. NCMA published the presenter’s article on this subject in its Contract Management Magazine October 2014 issue.

GOVERNMENT–INDUSTRY TEAMWORK IN THE AGE OF OVERSIGHTSession B05 « ConTRaCT eThiCS & ConfliCTS of inTeReST « Dallas 5 « Intermediate

Deidre (Dee) A. Lee, CPCM, Fellow, VP, Operations, Government Group, Fluor Corporation Ronald Smith, CPCM, CPM, Fellow, President, Ronald Smith Contracts, Inc.

The presenters will discuss the nature of the government-industry market relationship, both in context of the current legal and regulatory framework and also in historical context. The session will describe the transition from the more open framework of acquisition reform in the mid-90s to an oversight model today. Learn practical methods for focusing on contract performance within the current oversight-based framework.

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COST RECOVERY ISSUES AFTER A TERMINATION FOR CONVENIENCESession B06 « ConTRaCT diSpuTeS, SuSpenSion, TeRminaTionS & deBaRmenT (new) « San Antonio 1 « Advanced

Leslie Anderson, Program Manager, BAE Systems Jeffrey DuVal, CFE, Vice President, The Kenrich Group LLC

Hear about cost recovery for government contractors that are termi-nated for convenience. This session will include an overview of the applicable Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) guidelines, including FAR Part 49 and FAR 31.205.42. It will also review some cost issues that are unique to terminations and the process of preparing and auditing termination settlement proposals. Finally, it will discuss the process of negotiating and settling these proposals.

FEDERAL CONTRACTING OUTLOOK FOR 2015 AND BEYONDSession B07 « geneRal BuSineSS (new) « San Antonio 6 « Basic

Brian Friel, Senior Contracts Analyst, Bloomberg Government

The decline in federal spending is leveling off, one of several favorable trends for contractors seeking opportunities in 2015 and beyond. Hear about major procurement trends and the top spending categories, funding agencies, and prime contractors likely to domi-nate in the next few years. The session also includes an analysis of small-business trends, competition dynamics, and the top contracting vehicles. It also reviews key budget issues to watch.

CONTRACTOR PERFORMANCE INFORMATION: THE KEY TO THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE SUPERIOR SUPPLIER PROGRAMSession B08 « ConTRaCT peRfoRmanCe & adminiSTRaTion « Texas 1 « Intermediate

John Dobriansky, CPCM, Fellow, Procurement Policy and Review, U.S. Department of Justice, Justice Management Division, Deputy Assistant Attorney General for Administration Dr. Rene Rendon, CFCM, CPCM, CPSM, PMP, Fellow, Associate Professor, U.S. Naval Postgraduate School

The Navy has implemented a Superior Supplier Incentive Program to reward suppliers that demonstrate exemplary performance. Contrac-tor performance information in the CPARS is used as the criteria for selection to the program. This session will provide an overview of contractor performance information. The speakers will discuss the structure of the CPARS report, current policy and practice issues, and lessons learned and best practices in managing contractor perfor-mance information.

INDIRECT RATE CYCLE: FACTORS THAT DRIVE YOUR INDIRECT RATES AND IMPACT YOUR PROPOSALSession B09 « ConTRaCT peRfoRmanCe & adminiSTRaTion « Texas 2 « Advanced

Darrell Hineman, CPA, CFE, Director, CohnReznick Kristen Soles, CPA, Partner, CohnReznick

Explore the budgeting process for submitting forward pricing rates to the government in support of future proposals and submitting final indirect rates. Hear the benefits of standardizing the process and methods for preparing indirect rates using common approaches. Learn about various rate structures and forecasting methods com-monly applied in the government contracting environment.

WELCOME TO THE REDESIGNED ACQUISITION.GOVSession B10 « legiSlaTive & RegulaToRy updaTeS in aCquiSiTion « Texas 3 « Basic

Dan Briest, PM Acquisition.gov, GSA

Learn about the newly redesigned acquisition.gov website. Insight into new functionality and search capabilities for the Federal Acquisition Regulation will be shared with the audience.

COUNTERFEIT ELECTRONIC PARTS, REAL RISKS: UNDERSTANDING THE DOD’S REQUIREMENTSSession B11 « legiSlaTive & RegulaToRy updaTeS in aCquiSiTion « Texas 4 « Intermediate

Vincent Napoleon, Partner, Nixon Peabody LLP

A discussion on the Department of Defense’s Final Rule for Contrac-tor Counterfeit Electronic Part Detection and Avoidance System.

MANDATORY DISCLOSURES: DEVELOPMENTS AND BEST PRACTICESSession B12 « RiSk aSSeSSmenT & miTigaTion « Texas 5 « Intermediate

William Bressette, CPCM, CFCM, CCCM, Principal, Baker Tilly Robert J. Sherry, Partner, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP

This interactive session will highlight developments in the Mandatory Disclosure Rule with a particular focus on disclosures made to the GSA OIG under the Rule. Topics include the requirements of the rule, the growth of and development of the rule and disclosure programs at major agencies, assessing the need to disclose pricing and other issues, and best practices for successfully resolving disclosures.

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THE CLOUDS ARE MOVING IN—CONTRACTING IN SUPPORT OF THE INTERNET OF THINGSSession B13 « TeChnology & innovaTion « Texas 6 « Basic

Eric Niemann, Senior Managing Consultant, IBM

This interactive session will focus on discussing critical contracting considerations associated with the emergence of cloud, mobile, analytical, social/collaborative, and security technologies. The rapid proliferation of cloud offerings and mobile devices have created a new paradigm in the acquisition/purchasing arena that present a set of unique challenges, as well as exciting possibilities for contract management professionals. Come get prepared for the impending “Internet of Things.”

BASIS OF ESTIMATE — NO LONGER JUST A “NICE TO HAVE” PROPOSAL REQUIREMENTSession B14 « CoST & pRiCe analySiS « Texas C « Intermediate

Tom Reid, CPCM, Fellow, Chief Problem Solver, Certified Contracting Solutions, LLC

The basis of estimate (BOE) is too often treated as a “nice-to-have” part of a proposal. As more agencies begin to demand them, there tends to be insufficient expertise to develop a proper BOE and use it as the important communication tool it is in establishing base-lines, tracking progress, negotiations, claim preparation, and when necessary, termination settlements. A class exercise is included. Each attendee will develop a simple BOE and understand the different forms and formats.

EVALUATING DATA RIGHTS IN SOURCE SELECTIONS—MAPPING UNCHARTED TERRITORYSession B15 « SouRCe SeleCTion poliCieS & BeST pRaCTiCeS (new) « Texas D « Advanced

Gene Pickarz, CPCM, Team Chief, COMM-NISP Contracts, National Reconnaissance Office

Learn the unique issues, evaluation areas, and skill sets related to data rights and their evaluation in competitive source selections. Hear basic principles, ground rules, and examples with a lessons-learned focus to enable you to use this powerful discriminator in source selection. Both industry and government will benefit from the per-spective of what the government expects and what industry should or should not provide.

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EFFECTIVE ADMINISTRATION OF COMMERCIAL CONTRACTSSession C01 « CommeRCial ConTRaCTing pRaCTiCeS & auThoRiTieS « Austin 4/5 « Basic

Holly Walker, CPCM, Instructor and Consultant, Corporate Learning Solutions

This session explores the core of administering and managing com-mercial contracts. It reviews the entire contract management life cycle and aspects of administration, and ends with an attendee discussion of experiences and lessons learned.

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THE CONTRACTING OFFICER PODCAST UPDATESession C02 « CaSe STudieS & expeRienTial leaRning: leSSonS leaRned in The Real woRld « Austin 6 « Intermediate

Kevin Jans, CFCM, Co-host, Contracting Officer Podcast Paul Schauer, Co-host, Contracting Officer Podcast

One of the biggest problems with government contracting is the gap in communication between buyer and seller. We created the Contract-ing Officer Podcast to help fix that. This session provides an overview of the content behind the Contracting Officer Podcast, as well as an explanation of the podcast’s goal of bringing government and industry together.

OBJECTIVELY DEBATING THE MERITS OF PREFERENTIAL PROCUREMENT POLICIESSession C03 « aCquiSiTion STRaTegy, planning & SouRCing « Dallas 3/4 « Basic

Sawsan Abutabenjeh, PhD, Assistant Professor, Miami University, Center for Public Management and Regional Affairs Stephen Gordon, PhD, FNIGP, CPPP, Program Director, Graduate Certificate in Public Procurement and Contract Management, Old Dominion University Norma J. Hall, FNIGP, CPPO, CPPB, CPM, Procurement Director for Commodities and Service Contracts, State of South Carolina

Policies favoring specified categories of vendors have been a point of contention in contract management for a long time. Advocates and opponents of such policies have debated their effects, using largely rhetorical arguments rarely based in fact or unbiased analysis. Session leaders will present the findings of a recent empirical study of the State of South Carolina’s policies that favor in-state bidders. This session will equip attendees to evaluate actual and proposed preferential procurement policies.

DON’T JUST PRICE—PRICE TO WIN IT!Session C04 « BuSineSS & pRopoSal developmenT « Dallas 6/7 « Intermediate

Jason Rupinski, Price-to-Win Strategist, Leidos

Price communicates more than just the offer’s bottomline number for goods or services; it provides an offeror’s commitment that carries with it an implied understanding of the customer, the competition, and the company’s assessment of the work and associated risks involved in completing the contemplated effort. For this reason, pricing is not a last-minute artifact of an offeror’s proposal but a detailed and well–thought out strategy involving the discipline of price-to-win!

INTRODUCTION TO THE NCMA CONTRACT MANAGEMENT BODY OF KNOWLEDGE (CMBOK)Session C05 « CpCm: ConTRaCT managemenT Body of knowledge (CmBok) Review « Dallas 5 « Intermediate

Dr. Ralph Criss, CPCM, C.P.M., Sr. Fellow, Fluor Corporation

The session will highlight the significant areas of the CMBOK, giving the attendee a good overview of our Body of Knowledge. There will be time for questions and answers and some tips on how understand-ing the Body of Knowledge can improve your skill set as a contracting professional.

7 “MUST KNOW” FUNDAMENTALS TO BEGIN TO IMPLEMENT KNOWLEDGE MANAGEMENT IN YOUR ORGANIZATIONSession C06 « geneRal BuSineSS (new) « San Antonio 1 « Basic

Bill Kaplan, CPCM, Fellow, Founder, Working Knowledge CSP

Introducing knowledge management (KM) into your organization does not have to be complicated, cost money, or take a long time. Learn seven simple yet powerful KM fundamentals that can improve your contracting organzation’s ability to leverage what you know about what you do to improve mission performance at the individual, team, and organization level. You can begin implementing these fundamentals immediately using the guide that you will be provided at the session.

FINANCIAL ANALYSIS: TOOLS FOR ASSESSING THE FINANCIAL HEALTH OF CONTRACTORSSession C07 « geneRal BuSineSS (new) « San Antonio 6 « Basic

Juanita Rendon, CPA, Lecturer of Accounting, U.S. Naval Postgraduate School

Having adequate financial resources to meet the requirements of a contract is crucial. Therefore, conducting a financial analysis on a con-tractor before awarding a contract is vitally important. To help mitigate contractor risk, financial ratio analysis as well as fraud ratio analysis can be useful tools for assessing the financial health of a contractor.

HOW TO FIND THE FAR ANSWERSession C08 « ConTRaCT peRfoRmanCe & adminiSTRaTion « Texas 1 « Basic

Etta Waugh, CPCM, CFCM, Professor of Contract Management, Defense Acquisition University

How do we find the answer to contracting questions in the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) System? The FAR System is composed of regulations that have been published and vetted through the rule-making process. However, finding the answer to contract man-agement questions is not a simple task when searching the federal regulations. This session will present a five-step process to research the FAR system and ensure that the answer is sustainable based on the regulations.

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SHAKEN NOT STIRRED: ADDRESSING BLENDED RATES AND COMPENSATION LIMITSSession C09 « ConTRaCT peRfoRmanCe & adminiSTRaTion « Texas 2 « Intermediate

Brent Calhoon, Partner, Baker Tilly Cara Perrone, Manager, Baker Tilly

Multiple regulations surrounding compensation limits since January 2012 have complicated calculating and applying indirect cost rates. This session presents a proven method to calculate a weighted average compensation disallowance that addresses each regulation and produces “blended rates.” The presenters will explain how the calculations can be tailored to a company’s contract mix. In addition, hear about other blended rate methods and how to navigate advance agreements.

LABOR CONTRACTING IN FLUX: NEW EXECUTIVE ORDERS, SERVICE CONTRACT ACT, AND REGULATIONS DECODEDSession C10 « legiSlaTive & RegulaToRy updaTeS in aCquiSiTion « Texas 3 « Intermediate

Eric Crusius, VO of Programs - Tysons Corner, Counsel, Miles & Stickbridge Ronald Falcone, EVP, Distributed Solutions Don Platt, Director of Global Benefits, DynCorp International Aaron Raddock, Senior Manager, Baker Tilly

Over the last few years, a slew of new regulations, executive orders, and directives have transformed service contracting with the federal government. A lively panel of experienced industry professionals will break down each new requirement and discuss the practical implica-tions for contractors and government professionals. More specifically, we will look at the Fair Pay/Safe Workplaces executive order, updates to the Service Contract Act, the new $10.10 minimum wage, updates to GSA Schedules, and more.

BEST (AND WORST) PRACTICES IN TEAMING AGREEMENTSSession C11 « SuBConTRaCT managemenT « Texas 4 « Intermediate

Ryan G. Blount, CCCM, Attorney, F&B Law Firm, P.C. Jeffrey Roth, J.D., CPCM, Attorney, F&B Law Firm, P.C.

This session focuses on discussion of several prime court cases interpreting written teaming arrangements and their enforceability in different prime/subcontract scenarios involving federal government contracting. Principles discussed are used to create strategies to con-sider in teaming agreements and a checklist of teaming agreement provisions to allocate potential risks, accurately document the intent of the parties, and avoid costly mistakes.

THIS IS NOT YOUR DADDY’S PMRSession C12 « RiSk aSSeSSmenT & miTigaTion « Texas 5 « Intermediate

Felicia Cannon, CFCM, Level III Certified, Procurement Analyst, General Services Administration Virginia Huth, Director, Office of GSA Acquisition Policy, Integrity & Workforce, General Services Administration Carol Lautzenheiser, Procurement Analyst, General Services Administration

Learn how to move your agency from operating tactically to strategi-cally. It’s not about contract files; it’s about programs, processes and outcomes. Learn how rigorous data collection and critical analysis can go hand in hand with stakeholder collaboration and innovation. Agencies will understand how to conduct reviews that address com-pliance and move from good to great via a maturity model approach. Industry will gain an understanding of the risk models agencies apply to contracts.

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MARKET INTELLIGENCE FOR ACQUISITION DECISION-MAKINGSession C13 « TeChnology & innovaTion « Texas 6 « LOD

Deborah Gadsden, Director, Performance Excellence, Veterans Affairs Acquisition Academy

This session will discuss the innovative concept of market intelligence in the federal government. Learn how to determine what is in the market-place, what will be in the marketplace, how government acquisitions can leverage the market place to meet requirements, and how to engage industry. Market intelligence can improve industry and government communications; establish partnerships with industry; and help you gain an understanding of market forces, trends, and the direction industry is moving.

COST OR PRICING DATA – MEETING THE REASONABLE/REALISM CHALLENGESession C14 « CoST & pRiCe analySiS « Texas C « Intermediate

Robert Craig, MBA, CFE, Managing Director, BDO USA

This session provides an overview of the cost and pricing best-practice techniques used when preparing a proposal for submission to the U.S. government. It will cover everything from proposal development including basis of estimates, direct labor costing techniques, subcontractor quotes, internal reasonableness analysis, indirect rate forecasts, Truth in Negoti-ations Act compliance and the use of proposal checklists.

A SYSTEMS-BASED APPROACH TO CONTRACTING IN A DYNAMIC ENVIRONMENTSession C15 « SouRCe SeleCTion poliCieS & BeST pRaCTiCeS (new) « Texas D « Intermediate

Brad Westergren, Director, YRCI

This session examines through comparison of two mini-case studies, the results of two FAR 15.101 solicitations for services, one using the tradeoff procedures (FAR 15.101-1) and the other using the LPTA procedures (FAR 15.101-2). The systems-based, holistic, tradeoff solicitation resulted in early completion under budget that delighted stakeholders. A decade later, the non-system-based LPTA solicitation resulted in terminations, mission degradation, and higher lifecycle costs.


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AGENDA: TUESDAY

7:00am–8:00am Continental Breakfast with Exhibitors « longhorn hall a-C

8:00am–9:30am Executive Panel Discussion « Texas aB Ballroom


10:30am–11:15am Refreshment Break with Exhibitors « longhorn hall a-C

11:15am–12:30pm 15 Concurrent Breakout Sessions

D01 THE FALSE CLAIMS ACT—PRACTICAL

IMPACTS ON YOU ausTin 4/5

D02 A SIX-WEEK PROJECT MORPHS

INTO A NINE-YEAR INTERAGENCY GLOBAL OCS PORTFOLIO ausTin 6

D03 CONTRACT REVIEW AND FLOW DOWN—

THE PRESCRIPTION FOR SUCCESS! Dallas 3/4

D04 CONTRACT MANAGEMENT AND

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT—FINDING COMMON GROUND Dallas 6/7

D05 TACTICAL NEGOTIATIONS

Dallas 5

D06 THE TROUBLE IN TEXAS: PEOPLE OR

PROCESS? san anTonio 1

D07 ENGAGING WITH INDUSTRY TO

IMPROVE CONTRACT OUTCOMES san anTonio 6

D08 THE BUSINESS OPERATIONS CENTER

AND CONTRACTOR PURCHASING SYSTEM REVIEWS Texas 1

D09 DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ENFORCE-

MENT ON THE RISE—PREPARING FOR A SERVICE CONTRACT ACT COMPLIANCE AUDIT Texas 2

D10 LEGISLATIVE UPDATES

Texas 3

D11 GETTING YOUR SUBCONTRACTORS

PAID — “QUICK PAY MAKES FOR FAST FRIENDS” Texas 4

D12 RISK ANALYSIS AND MITIGATION

PLANNING FOR SERVICES CONTRACTS Texas 5

D13 AGILE ACQUISITION: BEYOND THE CMBOK

Texas 6D14 PRICE AND COST

ANALYSIS: DOCU-MENT YOUR CONTRACT FILES AND IMPRESS AUDITORS Texas C

D15 WHAT GOVERNMENT CONTRACTORS NEED

TO KNOW ABOUT BID PROTESTS Texas D

12:30pm–2:00pm Networking Lunch with Exhibitors (Sponsored by Compusearch) « longhorn hall a-C

2:00pm–2:30pm Coffee and Dessert with Exhibitors « longhorn hall a-C


E01 WHEN IS A SMALL BUSINESS NOT A

SMALL BUSINESS? ausTin 4/5

E02 MANAGE YOUR ACQUISITION LIKE

A PROJECT: SCHEDULING FOR SUCCESS ausTin 6

E03 ADVERSARIAL PARTNERSHIPS:

PROGRAM MANAGERS AND CONTRACTING OFFICERS Dallas 3/4

E04 ACTING AS ONE: THE ACQUISITION

GATEWAY Dallas 6/7

E05 IMPROVING THE DEPARTMENT OF

DEFENSE SERVICES ACQUISITION TRADECRAFT Dallas 5

E06 NO FIGHTING: AN OVERVIEW OF

CLAIMS, EQUITABLE ADJUSTMENTS, AND DISPUTES san anTonio 1

E07 SIMPLICITY OF NON-DISCLOSURE

AGREEMENTS: CONTENTS AND BEST PRACTICES san anTonio 6

E08 MANAGING CHANGE IN CONTINGENCY

CONTRACTING Texas 1

E09 COMPLIANCE AND AVOIDING THE FALSE

CLAIMS ACT FOR SCHEDULE CONTRACTORS Texas 2

E10 THE BIG CYBER MYSTERY: WHAT

CONTRACTING PROFESSIONALS NEED TO KNOW Texas 3

E11 CONTRACTOR PURCHASING SYSTEM

EFFICIENCIES Texas 4

E12 PROTECTING CONTRACTS FROM

PROCUREMENT FRAUD Texas 5

E13 DEFINING THE PROFESSION: THE

CULTURE OF THE CONTRACT MANAGEMENT PROFESSION Texas 6

E14 DETERMINING FAIR PROFIT ON

EQUITABLE ADJUSTMENTS Texas C

E15 COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATIONS

Texas D



F01 ANNUAL SMALL BUSINESS UPDATE

ausTin 4/5F02 AS NASA EVOLVES,

TRANSITIONING TO THE NEW ERA ausTin 6

F03 GAO BID PROTESTS: INSIGHTS FROM THE

INSIDE Dallas 3/4

F04 EFFECTIVE PRE- SOLICITATION

COMMUNICATION FOR GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRY Dallas 6/7

F05 PERFORMANCE- BASED LOGISTICS

CONTRACTING: ACHIEVING AFFORDABLE READINESS Dallas 5

F06 AVOIDING FEDERAL FALSE CLAIMS

ACT CLAIMS—RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN THE LAW san anTonio 1

F07 THE TEAMING APPROACH TO CPSR

SURVEILLANCE: WHAT’S IN IT FOR WE? san anTonio 6

F08 THE COST ACCOUNTING

STANDARDS AND CONSEQUENCES OF NONCOMPLIANCE Texas 1

F09 SIX CONTRACT CLAUSES YOU

SHOULD BE WATCHING Texas 2

F10 ACQUISITION REFORM IN 2015: WHAT MAKES

THIS TIME DIFFERENT? Texas 3

F11 THE DFARS UCTI CLAUSE—HOW IT

IMPACTS THE SUBCONTRACT RELATIONSHIP Texas 4

F12 THE RISK IN ASSESSING RISK

Texas DF13 WHAT DOES A

CONTRACTING OFFICER WANT? Texas 6

F14 NEGOTIATING COSTS WITHOUT

SACRIFICING QUALITY, GWACS DRIVE SAVINGS Texas C

F15 INTEGRATING CYBER SECURITY

REQUIREMENTS INTO SOURCE SELECTION AND CONTRACTS Texas 5

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Greg Bingham, MBA, Vice President, The Kenrich Group LLC Robert Sherry, JD, Partner, Morgan, Lewis & Bockius LLP

The False Claims Act (FCA) creates the potential for liability exposure to government contractors. This session will provide a roundtable discussion explaining the basics of the FCA (what it is and who it im-pacts), functional issues pertaining to the FCA (e.g. what constitutes a false claim), the current enforcement environment, and strategies for companies to mitigate exposure under the FCA.

A SIX-WEEK PROJECT MORPHS INTO A NINE-YEAR INTERAGENCY GLOBAL OCS PORTFOLIOSession D02 « CaSe STudieS & expeRienTial leaRning: leSSonS leaRned in The Real woRld « Austin 6 « Intermediate

Raed Aweina, Project Manager, Defense Logistics Agency Jeff Covino, CFCM, Chief Operating Officer, Flatter & Associates, Inc. Patience Ibik, Project Manager, Defense Logistics Agency Martina Johnson, Contingency Operations Portfolio Manager and Program Manager for Joint Contingency & Expeditionary Services, Defense Logistics Agency

This case study is a follow-up to address participant questions and inquiries from the dynamic 2013 NCMA workshop on the Depart-ment of Defense interagency collaboration overseas. This case study will examine how an intended six-week effort matured into a global portfolio with more than 40,000 users. Hear about the contract management, program management, and acquisition challenges and success along the way.

CONTRACT REVIEW AND FLOW DOWN—THE PRESCRIPTION FOR SUCCESS!Session D03 « aCquiSiTion STRaTegy, planning & SouRCing « Dallas 3/4 « Intermediate

Jonene Johanson, CPCM, CFCM, Fellow, Branch Chief, Workforce Development and Analysis, HIll AFB, UT, U.S. Air Force Christine Larrinaga, Senior Manager, Contracts, ATK Launch Systems, Inc.

This session discusses the importance of comprehensive contract review and flow downs to your subcontractors. We will share import-ant analysis tools and techniques. We will also discuss the need to fully understand and share your business goals appropriately with the various levels of your suppliers to ensure your own success and support their viability.

CONTRACT MANAGEMENT AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT— FINDING COMMON GROUNDSession D04 « BuSineSS & pRopoSal developmenT « Dallas 6/7 « Intermediate

Russell Blaine, CPCM, Fellow, PMP, Vice President, Program Development, Wyle

This session will explore the unique dynamic between government contract management and industry business defense professionals. The presenter will focus on the role of the government contracting of-ficer as both a consumer and provider of information, and will address the question frequently posed by industry, “Why won’t the contracting officer speak with me?” Attendees will learn how to avoid mixed mes-sages and improve probability of successful procurements.

TACTICAL NEGOTIATIONSSession D05 « negoTiaTion & adR pRinCiple STRaTegieS « Dallas 5 « Basic

Eric Allison, Senior Contracts Administrator, BAE Systems Nydia Rosado, CPCM, Director, Contracts, BAE Systems

While most contract management professionals find leading a negoti-ation exhilarating, others find it nerve-wracking and quickly relin-quished to someone else in the team. Negotiating is an integral part of what we do as contracting professionals. This tactical approach to negotiations is about driving out the fears of “never done it before” or “don’t do it often enough” by following very simple step-by-step guidance on how to prepare and conduct negotiations.

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THE TROUBLE IN TEXAS: PEOPLE OR PROCESS?Session D06 « geneRal BuSineSS (new) « San Antonio 1 « Basic

Amanda Arriaga, Chief Administrative Officer, Texas Department of Public Safety Jessica Iselt, Deputy Assistant Director for Policy & Planning, Texas Department of Public Safety

There have been a series of news articles in the past year about con-tracting issues faced by Texas state agencies. Why is there so much trouble in Texas? Are the rules too hard to understand? Are they too lax to be enforced? Is there a people problem or a process problem? The presenters will explore the issues that have been identified and provide the audience with tools, techniques, and practices that could be implemented to prevent them in the future.

ENGAGING WITH INDUSTRY TO IMPROVE CONTRACT OUTCOMESSession D07 « geneRal BuSineSS (new) « San Antonio 6 « Intermediate

Ann Marie Connery, Program Management Acquisition, Principal, The MITRE Corporation Kelly Horinek, CPCM, Principal Analyst, The MITRE Corporation Virginia Wydler, CPCM, Fellow, Principal Analyst, The MITRE Corporation

The federal government’s ability to achieve successful contract outcomes depends upon establishing effective industry engage-ments. If open communications are not held, it is a missed oppor-tunity that diminishes the entire contracting process. This session provides contracting officers with a solid foundation to lead and guide the dialogue with industry, offers insight into how “the other side” thinks, and delivers practical tips and tricks of the trade for engaging with industry.

THE BUSINESS OPERATIONS CENTER AND CONTRACTOR PURCHASING SYSTEM REVIEWSSession D08 « ConTRaCT peRfoRmanCe & adminiSTRaTion « Texas 1 « Intermediate

Andrew Obermeyer, CPCM, Fellow, Director, Business Operations Center, Defense Contract Management Agency Karen Zinn, Director, Contractor Purchasing System Reviews Group, Defense Contract Management Agency

This session covers four main business areas: terminations, contrac-tor purchasing system reviews (CPSRs), property administration, and plant clearance. We’ll review the mission, workload, staffing, and chal-lenges for each group. Particular emphasis will be given to CPSRs and recent changes incorporating concerns with counterfeit parts. The session will include workload trend analysis as well as a summary of CPSR findings and challenges.

DEPARTMENT OF LABOR ENFORCEMENT ON THE RISE— PREPARING FOR A SERVICE CONTRACT ACT COMPLIANCE AUDITSession D09 « ConTRaCT peRfoRmanCe & adminiSTRaTion « Texas 2 « Intermediate

Jennifer Flickinger, Principal, Baker Tilly Eric Leonard, Partner, Wiley Rein, LLP Aaron Raddock, CFE, CFCM, Senior Manager, Baker Tilly Craig Smith, Esq, Associate, Wiley Rein

With increased scrutiny and a growing number of Department of Labor (DOL) auditors, government contractors, now more than ever, face the risk of an audit for compliance with the Service Contract Act. Despite the simplicity of the broad requirements, its intricacies create a number of challenges for those seeking to abide by the rules. This session will address key tenets of the act, mechanics of a DOL audit, common focus areas, and methods for enhancing compliance to avoid adverse findings.

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LEGISLATIVE UPDATESSession D10 « legiSlaTive & RegulaToRy updaTeS in aCquiSiTion « Texas 3 « Basic

Michelle Currier, CPCM, CFCM, Fellow, Professor of Contract Management, DAU

Are you keeping up with the changes in federal contracting regu-lations? It’s tough navigating the NDAA’s Modified Small Business Subcontracting Limitations and Penalties, The Jobs Act and Size Representatives, Presumption of Loss Rule, Department of Labor Initiatives, Safeguarding Information, Supply Chain Risk, to name a few. This session will brief the attendees on the federal landscape and impending changes. Don’t be left in the dark!

GETTING YOUR SUBCONTRACTORS PAID — “QUICK PAY MAKES FOR FAST FRIENDS”Session D11 « SuBConTRaCT managemenT « Texas 4 « Intermediate

Jack Hott, CPCM, CFCM, Manager, Contracts, Fluor Federal Services Mike Thacker, Deputy Acquisition Manager, Fluor B&W Portsmouth

Hear about the importance of timely and accurate payment of sub-contractors and suppliers. Topics discussed will elaborate on building key relationships within subcontractor performance and payment processes. This session will provide the subcontract management professional with multiple tips and tricks for improving subcontractor/supplier payment processing with an overall objective of improving subcontractor/supplier performance.

RISK ANALYSIS AND MITIGATION PLANNING FOR SERVICES CONTRACTSSession D12 « RiSk aSSeSSmenT & miTigaTion « Texas 5 « Intermediate

Lawrence Floyd, CPCM, Performance Learning Director, Services Acquisition, Defense Acquisition University

Successful services contracts require understanding and actively managing program risks. Risk management begins with requirements formulation and includes the planning and conducting of a contractor transition phase. Effective risk management is proactive; it goes well beyond merely identifying and tracking risk. Mission commanders must manage and control risk, not just observe it. See examples illustrating qualitative risk analysis and risk mitigation planning imple-mentation.

AGILE ACQUISITION: BEYOND THE CMBOKSession D13 « TeChnology & innovaTion « Texas 6 « Intermediate

Erin Childs, Program Manager, FEDSIM University, GSA FEDSIM Chris Hamm, Director, GSA FEDSIM

The effective acquisition organization is not a group of 1102s toiling away on dozens of acquisitions. The ineffective acquisition organiza-tion typically organizes its employees by specialization, treating the organizational structure as if it were an assembly line. These organi-zations are distancing contracting personnel from the mission, adding risk, and ultimately harming the mission of the agency. Let’s consider an alternative model: agile acquisition. What would it look like?

PRICE AND COST ANALYSIS: DOCUMENT YOUR CONTRACT FILES AND IMPRESS AUDITORSSession D14 « CoST & pRiCe analySiS « Texas C « Intermediate

Jo Cunningham, CFCM, Fellow, C.P.M., Prime Contract Administrator, Sandia National Laboratories

Learn how to address all the points that must be included in your contract file documentation, including labor rates and categories, other direct costs, indirect rates, and fee. Know how to state the facts clearly, concisely, and thus impress your manager, your peers, and the auditors. Understand doc-umentation requirements for contract modifications and know what issues must be resolved. For the Certificate of Cost and Pricing Data, learn when the certificate is required and what should be documented.

WHAT GOVERNMENT CONTRACTORS NEED TO KNOW ABOUT BID PROTESTSSession D15 « SouRCe SeleCTion poliCieS & BeST pRaCTiCeS (new) « Texas D « Intermediate

J. Matthew Carter, Senior Associate, Pillsbury, Winthrop, Shaw, Pittman, LLP Richard Oliver, Partner, Pillsbury, Winthrop, Shaw, Pittman, LLP

Bid protests are a consideration for every source selection. An unsuccessful offeror must be able to assess its probability of winning a protest and the contract. An awardee must know how to defend its contract. Both need to know how to best support their protest legal team. Hear best practices for these activities, as well as bid protest process overviews at the GAO and COFC; frequently successful pro-test grounds; requirements for timeliness and stays; and debriefings.

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WHEN IS A SMALL BUSINESS NOT A SMALL BUSINESS?Session E01 « Small BuSineSS pRogRamS « Austin 4/5 « Basic

J. Matthew Carter, Senior Associate, Pillsbury, Winthrop, Shaw, Pittman, LLP Richard Oliver, Partner, Pillsbury, Winthrop, Shaw, Pittman, LLP

A small business is often required to certify its size status. However, a contractor’s status may change from one acquisition to the next. A contractor’s size status depends on the applicable size standard for the acquisition, as well as whether the contractor is affiliated with oth-er entities. Before certifying its size status, a contractor must be sure that it qualifies under the SBA’s regulations. This session will explore NAICS codes, the size calculation, affiliation, and size protests.

MANAGE YOUR ACQUISITION LIKE A PROJECT: SCHEDULING FOR SUCCESSSession E02 « CaSe STudieS & expeRienTial leaRning: leSSonS leaRned in The Real woRld « Austin 6 « Basic

Erin Childs, Program Manager, FEDSIM University, GSA FEDSIM Chris Hamm, Director, GSA FEDSIM Kent Taylor, Chief of Staff, GSA FEDSIM

Implementing integrated project teams (IPTs )and orals/video evaluations are methods that can significantly impact your acquisition schedule, and ultimately, acquisition success. This session is in case study format, during which groups will explore IPTs and scheduling through the mock roles of contracts officer, program manager, requirements stakeholder, and industry partner. Groups will walk through two scenarios and answer discussion questions that illuminate methods to positively impact acquisitions.

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ADVERSARIAL PARTNERSHIPS: PROGRAM MANAGERS AND CONTRACTING OFFICERSSession E03 « aCquiSiTion STRaTegy, planning & SouRCing « Dallas 3/4 « Intermediate

John Dobriansky, CPCM, Fellow, Procurement Policy and Review, U.S. Department of Justice, Justice Management Division, Deputy Assistant Attorney General for Administration John Wilkinson, EdD, CPCM, Fellow, President, tHInc, LLC

Program managers (PMs) and contracting officers (COs) are expect-ed to work collaboratively toward accomplishing the same mission. Strong collaboration during acquisition planning will help with the remaining pre-award functions, which increases the likelihood of a strong contract performance. This session will explore barriers to PM/CO collaboration, and then how to control and (hopefully) eliminate them in order to inspire the achievement of program and organiza-tional goals.

ACTING AS ONE: THE ACQUISITION GATEWAYSession E04 « aCquiSiTion STRaTegy, planning & SouRCing « Dallas 6/7 « Basic

Lisa Hudson, Acquisition Gateway Product Owner, GSA Brad Powers, Senior Project Manager, GSA

Come learn about the Acquisition Gateway, powered by GSA! Find out how government is implementing category management and how the Acquisition Gateway, an online workplace, will help deliver the benefits of category management. When all categories are put in one place with all available solutions listed together, the government-wide acquisition community can reduce duplication, make smarter decisions, reduce price variability, and act as one.

IMPROVING THE DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE SERVICES ACQUISITION TRADECRAFTSession E05 « peRfoRmanCe-BaSed SeRviCeS aCquiSiTion « Dallas 5 « Intermediate

Kenneth Brennan, Deputy Director, Department of Defense, OUSD(AT&L) Col. James M. DeLong, Senior Program Analyst, USAF

In Fiscal Year 2014, the Department of Defense (DOD) obligated over $156 billion for contracted services; more than 55% of all its contract obligations! The austere budget environment has increased the urgency of DOD’s focus on improving services acquisition with better requirements development, better training, improved processes and governance, as well as improved analyses and management. Find out what DOD is doing to improve services acquisition for the warfighters, contracting officers, suppliers, and taxpayers.

NO FIGHTING: AN OVERVIEW OF CLAIMS, EQUITABLE ADJUSTMENTS, AND DISPUTESSession E06 « ConTRaCT diSpuTeS, SuSpenSion, TeRminaTionS & deBaRmenT (new) « San Antonio 1 « Intermediate

Adam Goldstein, CFCM, CPCM, Fellow, Chief of Contracting, USDA Agricultural Research Service Eastern Business Service Center

In awarding a new contract, we all hope that problems don’t arise during administration. However, when things do not go as planned, we are often faced with claims and requests for equitable adjust-ment. The seminar will explain the difference between the two, how to negotiate mutually beneficial solutions, and describe the appellate process when agreement is not possible. As ever-tightening procure-ment budgets result in more contracts with claims and litigation, this is must-have information.

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SIMPLICITY OF NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENTS: CONTENTS AND BEST PRACTICESSession E07 « geneRal BuSineSS (new) « San Antonio 6 « Intermediate

Robert Jones, CPCM, CFCM, CCCM, Fellow, MS, President, Consultant & Speaker, Left Brain Professionals Inc.

As contract managers, many of us read, negotiate, and sign non-dis-closure agreements on a daily basis. Some are short, some are long, and most contain a half-dozen critical clauses. Let’s walk step-by-step through the agreement to understand why each clause is necessary, and what best practices you should consider implementing in your organization. I challenge you to re-think your existing document: take a simplistic approach, reduce its length, and increase its effectiveness.

MANAGING CHANGE IN CONTINGENCY CONTRACTINGSession E08 « ConTRaCT peRfoRmanCe & adminiSTRaTion « Texas 1 « Basic

Andrew Cooke, MBA, CPCM, Senior Contracts Manager, Professional Contract Services Inc. Eric Negron, Sr. Manager Project Controls, DynCorp International

Managing change is challenging and inevitable in all contracts. This session focuses on how the government manages change using the changes clause and other contingency-area–specific clauses. First, it will address impacts regarding inadequate change management. Second, the improvements that agencies have made via specific use of the changes clause as well as theater specific clauses/require-ments. Third, it will focus on the best practices and systems required for successful change management in contingency contracting.

COMPLIANCE AND AVOIDING THE FALSE CLAIMS ACT FOR SCHEDULE CONTRACTORSSession E09 « ConTRaCT peRfoRmanCe & adminiSTRaTion « Texas 2 « Intermediate

William Bressette, CPCM, CFCM, CCCM, Fellow, Principal, Baker Tilly John Horan, JD, Partner, McKenna Long & Aldridge

Discussion of the key compliance areas and recent development under GSA and VA Schedule Contracts, including commercial pricing disclosures and requirements, the Price Reductions Clause, Trade Agreements Act, and Industrial Funding Fee. The session will also dis-cuss policies and procedures to avoid liability under the False Claims Act, including those successfully implemented by current contractors, mandatory disclosures of violations, and best practices for responding to audits.

THE BIG CYBER MYSTERY: WHAT CONTRACTING PROFESSIONALS NEED TO KNOWSession E10 « legiSlaTive & RegulaToRy updaTeS in aCquiSiTion « Texas 3 « Basic

Eric Crusius, Counsel, Miles & Stockbridge

Cybersecurity is no longer a buzzword. New cyber regulations affect-ing contracting professionals are having a profound impact on how the government buys goods and services. This session will look at the cyber threats and the new ways government contracting profession-als have to deal with cyber threats. Learn about best practices if a there is a cyber breach and the ten biggest cybersecurity myths.

CONTRACTOR PURCHASING SYSTEM EFFICIENCIESSession E11 « SuBConTRaCT managemenT « Texas 4 « Intermediate

Jack Hott, CPCM, CFCM, Manager, Contracts, Fluor Federal Services Mike Thacker, Deputy Acquisition Manager, Fluor B&W Portsmouth

Learn about the programmatic benefits of contractor procurement system efficiencies. Topics discussed will elaborate on the use of automated systems and processes that encompass the subcontract lifecycle. Emphasis is made on the importance of efficient electronic file management, contracting strategies, and contractor advance planning. Hear tips for improving day-to-day business operations to create and maximize value.

PROTECTING CONTRACTS FROM PROCUREMENT FRAUDSession E12 « RiSk aSSeSSmenT & miTigaTion « Texas 5 « Intermediate

Tom Caulfield, Chief Learning Officer, Council of the Inspector General

Nearly every procurement office, regardless of its size, faces some degree of risk of procurement fraud, procurement abuse, or noncom-pliance to established procurement policy by one’s own employees. To safeguard the process, we must understand the various fraud and abuse schemes and the importance of procurement integrity controls. Hear a comparison of the risk to the necessary internal protections, along with the role of the procurement professional.

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DEFINING THE PROFESSION: THE CULTURE OF THE CONTRACT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONSession E13 « TeChnology & innovaTion « Texas 6 « Advanced

Neal Couture, CPCM, CAE, Director of Government Procurement Law and Business Programs, The George Washington University

Culture is the values, beliefs, customs, and practices of a group that reflects a way of thinking, behaving, or working. Professions have a culture that can be described and measured, much like cultures of nations and organizations. Understanding the professional culture of contracts management is important for individuals to “crack the code” for success in the profession, and for managers to effectively lead contract management functions in their organizations. This session will present a professional culture model of the profession and specif-ic actions for success and advancement.

DETERMINING FAIR PROFIT ON EQUITABLE ADJUSTMENTSSession E14 « CoST & pRiCe analySiS « Texas C « Basic

Terrence O’Connor, Director of Government Contracts, Berenzweig Leonard LLP Stephanie Wilson, Senior Associate Attorney, Berenzweig Leonard LLP

“Profit” should not be a dirty work in government contracts. The FAR discourages the use “of extremely low profits.” This session discusses the FAR rules on profit and how the profit on equitable adjustments can change—up or down—and why. Examples will be given of legal precedent supporting the increase as well as the decrease of profit percentage on equitable adjustments from the profit on the basic contract.

COMPETITIVE NEGOTIATIONSSession E15 « SouRCe SeleCTion poliCieS & BeST pRaCTiCeS (new) « Texas D « Intermediate

Janie Maddox, CPCM, Fellow, Lecturer, Naval Postgraduate School

What makes competitive negotiations different from sole source negotiations? Learn what contracting and acquisition professionals need to know in performing negotiations in the source selection environment. Referenced Material: FAR 15.4, “Understanding Govern-ment Contract Source Selection” by Margaret Rumbaugh, and DoD Contract Pricing Guide on Negotiation.

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ANNUAL SMALL BUSINESS UPDATESession F01 « Small BuSineSS pRogRamS « Austin 4/5 « Intermediate

Barbara Kinosky, Esq, Managing Partner, Centre Law and Consulting

Learn the latest changes in the small business rules, regulations, and pending legislation on the Hill. Hear about enforcement of small business plans, the latest news on the Women Owned program and size standard changes and cases. This session provides the most up-to-date information on small business issues.

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AS NASA EVOLVES, TRANSITIONING TO THE NEW ERASession F02 « CaSe STudieS & expeRienTial leaRning: leSSonS leaRned in The Real woRld « Austin 6 « Intermediate

Krystine Bui, Deputy Manager, Projects Procurement Office, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center Michael Duckworth, BS, FAC-C III Contracting, Contracting Officer, Exploration Systems Office, Office of Procurement, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center

The retirement of the Space Shuttle Program and transition to the Orion Program has seen many challenges. Changing administrations and budget challenges are prompting innovative approaches through-out NASA, and as a result, Johnson Space Center has learned many lessons on bringing creative solutions forward, while being adaptive to the ever-changing changing environment.

GAO BID PROTESTS: INSIGHTS FROM THE INSIDESession F03 « aCquiSiTion STRaTegy, planning & SouRCing « Dallas 3/4 « Intermediate

Cherie Owen, Senior Attorney, U.S. Government Accountability Office

Hear an insider’s view of the bid protest process at GAO, including information about who the bid protest hearing officers are and how protests are processed and handled at GAO. The session will also discuss key procedural hurdles that must be overcome and examine what types of protests are the most (and least) effective. Learn best practices for pursuing (or defending) a protest at GAO.

EFFECTIVE PRE-SOLICITATION COMMUNICATION FOR GOVERNMENT AND INDUSTRYSession F04 « aCquiSiTion STRaTegy, planning & SouRCing « Dallas 6/7 « Intermediate

Omar Saeb, Senior Business Management Specialist, GSA Jeffrey Shen, VP & GM, Red Team Consulting

This session will demonstrate how effective government and industry communication can actually save time and reduce the number of potential issues when competing procurements. Learn how to efficiently get the information you need from industry to conduct your competition. The session will also provide guidance to contractors on how to be better prepared to have more meaningful exchanges with government.

PERFORMANCE-BASED LOGISTICS CONTRACTING: ACHIEVING AFFORDABLE READINESSSession F05 « peRfoRmanCe-BaSed SeRviCeS aCquiSiTion « Dallas 5 « Intermediate

Robert “Knob” Moses, Specialist Leader, Deloitte

Performance-based logistics (PBL) contracts are outcome-based sustainment strategies. PBLs have been used in the Department of Defense to meet the goal of affordable readiness. Research shows when a PBL contract is properly designed, managed, and contains the right incentives, an annual 5-20% savings over traditional sus-tainment arraignments is achievable. Learn the definition of a PBL contract, as well as the “how to” and the resources available to build successful PBL contracts.

AVOIDING FEDERAL FALSE CLAIMS ACT CLAIMS— RECENT DEVELOPMENTS IN THE LAWSession F06 « ConTRaCT diSpuTeS, SuSpenSion, TeRminaTionS & deBaRmenT (new) « San Antonio 1 « Intermediate Louis Dolan, Esq., Partner, Nixon Peabody, LP Emily Harlan, Associate Attorney, Nixon Peabody, LP

Hear an overview of the False Claims Act and how government contractors can protect themselves against potential time-consuming and expensive claims. The session will focus on two timely issues: the impact of the Halliburton case that was recently argued before the U.S. Supreme Court regarding the scope of the First to File Bar, as well as the effect of the Wartime Suspension of Limitations Act. The session will review the use of employee agreements to defend against whistleblower claims.

THE TEAMING APPROACH TO CPSR SURVEILLANCE: WHAT’S IN IT FOR WE?Session F07 « geneRal BuSineSS (new) « San Antonio 6 « Intermediate

Manuel Joaquin, MBA, Manager, Compliance Assessment, Booz Allen Hamilton, Inc. Lisa Wolf, MBA, EVP, PMP, Senior Executive Manager, CPSR and EVM Focal Point, Regulatory Compliance, Booz Allen Hamilton

DCMA identified 24 criteria used in determination of adequate con-tractor purchasing systems. Organizational compliance requires the ability to effectively collaborate with procurement organizations while defying the confrontational approach to surveillance. Explore real les-sons learned to help partner with internal clients to ensure success. Attendees leave with practical tips/tricks for behaviors, planning, and execution of an effective internal subcontract management surveil-lance program.

THE COST ACCOUNTING STANDARDS AND CONSEQUENCES OF NONCOMPLIANCESession F08 « Contract Performance & Administration « Texas 1 « Intermediate

Greg Bingham, MBA, Vice President, The Kenrich Group LLC Mike LaCorte, CPA, CVA, Principal, The Kenrich Group LLC

Hear a brief overview of the Cost Accounting Standards (CAS)—what they are, who they apply to, and their importance. Presenters will then discuss compliance requirements for contractors who have CAS-cov-ered contracts (including disclosure statement requirements) and the process of preparing cost impact calculations. Primary emphasis will be given to the cost impact process (both the general dollar magni-tude and detailed cost impact processes).

SIX CONTRACT CLAUSES YOU SHOULD BE WATCHINGSession F09 « ConTRaCT peRfoRmanCe & adminiSTRaTion « Texas 2 « Intermediate

Melanie Burgess, CPA, CPCM, CFCM, Fellow, President, Burgess Consulting, LLC Robert Jones, CPCM, CFCM, CCCM, Fellow, MS, President, Consultant & Speaker, Left Brain Professionals Inc.

With the ever-changing regulatory environment, understanding claus-es and maintaining compliance can be a full-time job. We’ve picked six of the hottest topics in recent years to ensnare government con-tractors of all sizes. Join our lively discussion on what has changed and learn how to stay compliant.

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ACQUISITION REFORM IN 2015: WHAT MAKES THIS TIME DIFFERENT?Session F10 « legiSlaTive & RegulaToRy updaTeS in aCquiSiTion « Texas 3 « Advanced

Amy Childers, Vice President of Government Affairs , SAIC Erica McCann, Director, Federal Procurement, IT Alliance for Public Sector

There have been over 100 acquisition reform reviews, reports, and initiatives over the past half century, so why is acquisition reform still needed? This year, Congress and other government stakeholders have made acquisition reform a priority once again, and the stakes for success have never been higher. Join us as we discuss the latest legislative and administrative reform efforts underway and their odds of success. Most importantly, learn how these new reforms will affect you.

THE DFARS UCTI CLAUSE—HOW IT IMPACTS THE SUBCONTRACT RELATIONSHIPSession F11 « SuBConTRaCT managemenT « Texas 4 « Intermediate

Michael McGuinn, Associate, Dentons US LLP Phillip Seckman, Partner, Dentons US LLP

Learn about government contract cybersecurity requirements and recent developments. Topics discussed will include an overview of existing regulatory requirements, with an emphasis on recent signif-icant developments, including the final DFARS rule on safeguard-ing unclassified technical information and the NIST cybersecurity framework.

THE RISK IN ASSESSING RISKSession F12 « RiSk aSSeSSmenT & miTigaTion « Texas D « Intermediate

Adam Turteltaub, CCEP, CHC, VP of Membership Development, Society of Corporate Compliance & Ethics

This fun and interactive session shows the common mistakes made in assessing risk. It uses behavioral economics and other research that shows that the human brain’s wiring leads us astray. Even when we think we understand a risk, we may not. We tend to see patterns, even when they don’t exist. And simple changes in language can dramatically change our risk tolerance. The session concludes by showing how to avoid common errors.

WHAT DOES A CONTRACTING OFFICER WANT?Session F13 « BuSineSS & pRopoSal developmenT « Texas 6 « Intermediate

Stephen Yuter, CPCM, CFCM, Fellow, Acting Director of Acquisition and Head of the Contracting Activity, Department of Health and Human Services/Indian Health Service

Responding to the requirements of federal government solicitations is a daunting task with all the rules and regulations you need to adhere to in your proposal. As such, contractors often hear their proposals were “non-responsive.” Hear strategies and guidance needed to understand what information contracting officers are looking for and how to develop proposals that have a greater chance of yielding a contract award.

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NEGOTIATING COSTS WITHOUT SACRIFICING QUALITY, GWACS DRIVE SAVINGSSession F14 « aCquiSiTion STRaTegy, planning & SouRCing « Texas C « Intermediate

Robert Coen, Dirctor, NITAAC

When you start with three government-wide acquisition contracts offering everything IT, add any way to structure your procurement, plus direct or assisted orders, along with automated ordering and management, acquisition barriers seem to fall away. Join NITAAC Director Robert Coen as he shows you how to negotiate savings.

INTEGRATING CYBER SECURITY REQUIREMENTS INTO SOURCE SELECTION AND CONTRACTSSession F15 « SouRCe SeleCTion poliCieS & BeST pRaCTiCeS (new) « Texas 5 « Intermediate

Alex Odeh, Cost Analysis, Lead, The MITRE Corporation Erin Schultz, Department Head, The MITRE Corporation Virginia Wydler, Principal Analyst, The MITRE Corporation

In today’s high cyber threat environment, the government needs to better align cyber security requirements and the federal contracting process. Executive Order 13636 stressed integrating cyber security into acquisitions. However, contracting officers need practical and tactical guidance on how to incorporate cyber security in contract planning and award. This session will provide recommendations and examples to address cyber security in solicitations, source selections, and contracts.

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9:45am–11:00am 15 Concurrent Breakout Sessions

G01 COMMERCIAL ITEM ACQUISITIONS:

20 YEARS AFTER FASA ausTin 4/5

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SECRETS FOR SOURCE SELECTION ausTin 6

G03 NASA’S INNOVATIVE PARTNERING

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G04 RELATIONAL CONTRACTING

MANAGEMENT Dallas 6/7

G05 CONTRACTING AND CULTURAL

COMPETENCIES: DON’T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT BOTH! Dallas 5

G06 SUSPENSION AND DEBARMENT:

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G07 WHAT’S NEW IN STATE AND

LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROCUREMENT? san anTonio 6

G08 CONTRACTS CRUNCH: THE

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G09 THE CHANGING LANDSCAPE OF

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G10 EYES WIDE OPEN: UNDERSTANDING

THE FIVE KEY DRIVERS OF GOVERNMENT CONTRACT RISK Texas 3

G11 WHAT TO DO WHEN THEY COME

FOR YOU: HOW TO SAFE-GUARD YOUR UNCLASSIFIED CONTROLLED TECHNICAL INFORMATION Texas 4

G12 SURVIVING TODAY’S EARNED

VALUE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ENVIRONMENT Texas 5

G13 CATEGORY MANAGEMENT:

TRANSFORMATIONAL CHANGE IN FEDERAL PROCUREMENT Texas 6

G14 STRATEGIC SURVIVAL TIPS

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G15 USING ORAL PROPOSALS IN

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11:00am–12:30pm Closing Executive Panel Discussion « Texas aB Ballroom

12:00pm–1:30pm Networking Lunch (provided only to attendees staying for GSA co-located event) « Texas aB Foyer

1:15pm–4:15pm Transforming the Federal Marketplace: A Co-located Training Event « Texas aB Ballroom

4:30pm–6:30pm VIP Reception (By invite only) (Sponsored by Bloomberg Government) « Dallas 5-7

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COMMERCIAL ITEM ACQUISITIONS: 20 YEARS AFTER FASASession G01 « CommeRCial ConTRaCTing pRaCTiCeS & auThoRiTieS « Austin 4/5 « Basic

Mark Blando, JD, Partner, Eckland & Blando LLP

Twenty years ago, the Federal Acquisition Streamlining Act (FASA) was passed, ushering in what promised to be an easier way to do business with the government. A core focus of FASA was the com-mercial item regime, encouraging agencies to purchase commercial products when possible. Learn about the current regulations govern-ing commercial item acquisitions, including the multi-part definition of “commercial item”, and which contract clauses are applicable and inapplicable to commercial items

CONTRACTING OFFICERS’ SECRETS FOR SOURCE SELECTIONSession G02 « CaSe STudieS & expeRienTial leaRning: leSSonS leaRned in The Real woRld « Austin 6 « Advanced

Kathleen Engel, Chief, Continuity Acquisition, Department of Homeland Security, FEMA Timothy Farris, Senior Procurement Consultant, Debarment Solutions Institute Oliver Voss, Supervisory Contracting Officer, Department of Energy, National Nuclear Security Administration

Want to know what contracting officers are really up to in the con-tractor selection process? Want to know the key proposal strategies to enhance your chance of success, or, if you are a contracting officer, how to separate the wheat from the chaff? If so, this session is for you! You will hear the details of both successes and failures from the lips of people who have been there.

NASA’S INNOVATIVE PARTNERING TECHNIQUESSession G03 « aCquiSiTion STRaTegy, planning & SouRCing « Dallas 3/4 « Intermediate

Trey Hall, President, The Rothe Companies, External Customer Office Manager, NSOC Contract Angela R. Prince, External Customer Business Development Manager, Flight Operations Directorate, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center Scott Stephens, CPCM, MBA, Contracting Officer, Operations Support Office, Office of Procurement, National Aeronautics and Space Administration, Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center

The success of the Commercial Orbital Transportation Services program and recent budget reductions are prompting innovative part-nering approaches throughout NASA. At the Johnson Space Center (JSC), reimbursable commercial agreements utilizing Space Act Au-thority are in use in various efforts, including JSC’s Neutral Buoyancy Laboratory (NBL). JSC has learned many lessons about reimbursable commercial agreements under the NBL and Space Vehicle Mockup Facility Operations Contract.

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RELATIONAL CONTRACTING MANAGEMENTSession G04 « aCquiSiTion STRaTegy, planning & SouRCing « Dallas 6/7 « Advanced

Andy Akrouche, MBA, President, Strategic Relationships Solutions Inc.

It’s no secret that the majority of complex business arrangements fall short from meeting stakeholder’s expectations in the long term. There is now wide recognition that effectively managing the relationship between all stakeholders is the single most critical element of a successful initiative. Industry associations and practitioners are now talking about “relational importance” as they transition their models toward what we call a “relationship first approach.”

CONTRACTING AND CULTURAL COMPETENCIES: DON’T LEAVE HOME WITHOUT BOTH!Session G05 « foReign aCquiSiTion STRaTegieS « Dallas 5 « Intermediate

Jonene Johanson, CPCM, CFCM, Fellow, Branch Chief, Workforce Development and Analysis, HIll AFB, UT, U.S. Air Force Christine Larrinaga, Senior Manager, Contracts, ATK Launch Systems, Inc.

For contracting professionals, few things can be as challenging and rewarding as executing an international contract. Consider the skill and attention to detail the average contracting process entails then add different languages, laws, assumptions, customs, beliefs, and behaviors to the mix. Will the result be success or failure? This session will focus on cultural awareness and developing intercultural competencies using a practical business and personal framework vital to contracting success.

SUSPENSION AND DEBARMENT: AS USEFUL A TOOL FOR CONTRACTORS AS FOR THE GOVERNMENTSession G06 « ConTRaCT diSpuTeS, SuSpenSion, TeRminaTionS & deBaRmenT (new) « San Antonio 1 « Basic

Bill Schmidt, Deputy Director, Suspension & Debarment Division, U.S. General Services Administration Michael Thompson, Integrity Officer, U.S. General Services Administration

Take a step back from focusing exclusively on the negative aspects of suspension and debarment actions, and view these actions anew as tools used to create a better acquisition environment, with well-edu-cated, compliant contractors. Attendees will hear examples that illus-trate the vital roles of both industry and government in the success of the federal government’s suspension and debarment system.

WHAT’S NEW IN STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT PROCUREMENT?Session G07 « geneRal BuSineSS (new) « San Antonio 6 « Intermediate

John Adler, VP Procurement, DART - Dallas Area Rapid Transit Jack Dale, J.D., CPPB, Purchasing Manager, Financial Management Services Division Phyllis McDonald James, Senior Contract Compliance Administrator, City of Dallas Police Department

In every level of government, procurement requirements continue to rise in complexity while budgets continue to shrink. To meet this challenge, state and local chief procurement officers are adopting best practices in project management, strategic sourcing, category management, cooperative purchasing, IT, competitive negotiations, and staff development. A panel of procurement officers will discuss applying new and adapting old best practices to meet the constantly shifting demands of state and local government.

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CONTRACTS CRUNCH: THE RISKS OF CONTRACT-STAFF SHORTAGES AND HOW TO RESPONDSession G08 « ConTRaCT peRfoRmanCe & adminiSTRaTion « Texas 1 « Intermediate

Melissa Amdahl, Manager, Contract Lifecycle Management, Compusearch Michelle Baker, Functional Expert, Compusearch

For government contracting firms, contracting is extensive and complex. Customers and audit authorities have high standards for compliance. Yet, the average federal contract gets far less attention than it did five years ago. Short staffing is often invisible to senior executives. As a result of the crunch, insidious contracting risks are more likely than ever to fester into enterprise issues. Learn how leaders have successfully mitigated risks and the failed approaches they tried along the way.

THE CHANGING LANDSCAPE OF BUSINESS SYSTEM ADEQUACY AND REVIEWSession G09 « ConTRaCT peRfoRmanCe & adminiSTRaTion « Texas 2 « Intermediate

Nisha Gupta, Senior Manager, BDO USA

Government contractors have faced a changing regulatory envi-ronment for DFARS business systems in recent years. Hear about the current regulatory regime for contractor accounting, estimating, purchasing, EVMS, MMAS, and property. Learn about government requirements compliance assessment, developing new compliant policies and procedures, how to monitor and maintain business system internal controls, and best practices for managing system adequacy issues.

EYES WIDE OPEN: UNDERSTANDING THE FIVE KEY DRIVERS OF GOVERNMENT CONTRACT RISKSession G10 « legiSlaTive & RegulaToRy updaTeS in aCquiSiTion « Texas 3 « Basic

Brent Calhoon, CPA, Partner, Baker Tilly Shingai Mavengere, CFE, Director of Government Accounting, UnitedHealtchcare Military & Veterans

In tough economic times, many companies attempt to maintain or grow revenues by securing U.S. federal government contracts. Once companies leave the commercial arena and enter the realm of nego-tiated government contracting, unpleasant surprises await the unwary and unprepared. Expectations of reasonable profits may ultimately yield losses and liabilities. Hear about the five key drivers of contract risk that all contractors must be ready to face.

WHAT TO DO WHEN THEY COME FOR YOU: HOW TO SAFEGUARD YOUR UNCLASSIFIED CONTROLLED TECHNICAL INFORMATIONSession G11 « SuBConTRaCT managemenT « Texas 4 « Intermediate

Ted Bonanno, CPCM, JD, MBA, Vice President, Commercial, Meggitt Control System

“Safeguarding Unclassified Controlled Technical Information,” DFARS 252.204-7012, places an enormous burden on defense contractors, particularly smaller businesses. It contains onerous expectations for IT security and short reporting timelines if a cyber incident occurs. Understanding and complying with this clause requires collaboration between the contracts, IT, and industrial security teams. Hear an explanation of the provisions and tools for compliance.

SURVIVING TODAY’S EARNED VALUE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM ENVIRONMENTSession G12 « RiSk aSSeSSmenT & miTigaTion « Texas 5 « Intermediate

Dale Gillam, 12 Industry Certifications, Program Manager, Corporate EVM and Scheduling Focal Point, Corporate EVM and Scheduling Focal Point, SAIC Crystal M Glenn, CPCM, Fellow, PMP, Program Control Consultant, CenturyLink

Earned Value Management System (EVMS) policies, requirements, and practices are often misunderstood and over applied. This session will provide contracts managers correct information on the policies, requirements, and practices from various perspectives (e.g., contracts, project management, customer, supplier) and a forum to discuss related contracting challenges.

CATEGORY MANAGEMENT: TRANSFORMATIONAL CHANGE IN FEDERAL PROCUREMENTSession G13 « TeChnology & innovaTion « Texas 6 « Intermediate

Meredith Barnard, Manager, Grant Thornton LLP Eric Heffernan, Principal, Grant Thornton LLP

The Office of Federal Procurement Policy has identified category management as one of the administration’s key initiatives. What is category management and why is it different from strategic sourcing? Learn about the key components of category management and how it can be effective in identifying opportunities for savings, optimizing procurement operations, and strengthening vendor relationships.

STRATEGIC SURVIVAL TIPS FOR WEATHERING THE LPTA STORM!Session G14 « CoST & pRiCe analySiS « Texas C « Intermediate

Jacob George, CEO/Managing Director, JACOBS Management Consultants

In this day of trade off and lowest price technically acceptable (LPTA) sourcing, pricing is simply more than just a completion exercise—it is the most important component. Creative pricing strategies win you the contract, but can you sustain the contract with the rates you have won? This session explores the answer to this question by using pricing as a long-term sustaining activity that will provide the greatest value for both government and contractor, as opposed to just a exercise.

USING ORAL PROPOSALS IN SOURCE SELECTIONSession G15 « SouRCe SeleCTion poliCieS & BeST pRaCTiCeS (new) « Texas D « Intermediate

Victoria Strycharske, Senior Proposal Manager, Skyway Acquisition Solutions

Today’s contracting professionals are constantly trying to find ways to reduce the workload and shorten the timeline for source selections. The use of oral proposals can do just that for the right procurement, with the bonus of improving government/industry communications and understanding of what it will take to get the job done right.

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WHAT IS THE CMBOK? The Contract Management Body of Knowledge (CMBOK) documents the evolution and expansion of the professional competencies that make up the contract management profession. The latest edition, published by NCMA in July 2013, outlines the skills, abilities, and information necessary to excel within the profession. Check out the FREE desktop reference guide we’ve provided in your attendee bag. Purchase the full publication at the NCMA booth in the exhibit hall.

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Pre-Award Laws & Regulations

Contract Principles

Standards of Conduct

Socioeconomic Programs

Contract Structures

Contracting Methods

Contract Financing

Intellectual Property

Acquisition Planning & Strategy

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Acquisition Methodology

Proposal Preparation

Negotiation

Source Selection

Protests

Post-Award Contract Administration

Contract Performance/Quality Assurance

Subcontract Administration

Contract Changes & Modifications

Property Administration

Transportation

Disputes

Organizational Conflict of Interest

Contract Closeout

Contract Termination

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Research & Development

Architect-Engineer Services & Construction

Information Technology

Major Systems

Service Contracts

International Contracting

State & Local Government

Supply Chain Management

Performance-Based Acquisition

Government Property

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Business Management

Marketing

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Financial Analysis

Accounting

Economics

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WHAT IS THE DAWIA?The Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) is a law that required the Department of Defense to establish education and training standards, requirements, and courses for the civilian and military workforce.

WHAT IS THE FAC-C?A White House-issued memo from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) in 2006 established the requirements and guidance for the Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C), which is a program for the acquisition workforce that outlines required train-ing, experience, and education.

DAWIA & FAC-CTechnical Competencies Competency

Pre-Award & Award Determination to Satisfy Requirements

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American Graduate University (AGU) is among the nation’s premiere providers of high-quality graduate education, career development programs, and professional training for contracts, acquisition, supply, and project management professionals in government and industry. AGU master’s degree and certificate programs meet the needs of busy professionals with a range of affordably-priced, flexible, online continuing education options.

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From mission needs and requirements through procurement and pro-gram execution, ASI Government helps clients harness the powerful but often underutilized levers that exist in the acquisition process to cut costs and improve performance. Coupling unique approaches with knowledge, productivity and learning tools, ASI delivers experiences that drive results.

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For more than 100 years, BDO has provided quality service through the active involvement of experienced and committed professionals. The firm serves clients through its 58 offices nationwide. BDO’s Center of Excellence for Government Contracting, located in McLean, Virginia, is a valuable resource for the government contracting clients we serve.

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Benefits Consulting Group (BCG) is a full-service insurance bro-kerage firm. BCG offers health and welfare benefit plans that are compliant with the Service Contract Act, the Davis-Bacon Act, and the Affordable Care Act. BCG provides products best suited to the employer’s benefit philosophy, offering cost savings and easy-to-use solutions.

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Best Value Technology, Inc. (BVTI) solves difficult acquisition process issues for government agencies in both classified and unclassified environments with proven services and software. BVTI provides solu-tions for acquisition forecasts, supplier registration, managing multiple award contract vehicles, acquisition workflow, RFx management, cost and pricing, proposal evaluation, and secure source selection facility support. BVTI is a service-disabled veteran–owned small business.

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Bloomberg Government is the single, comprehensive, Web-based infor-mation service for professionals who interact with or are impacted by the federal government. Bloomberg Government provides rich data, analytical tools, and news, combined with in-depth analysis from policy experts—all from the leader in information services.

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Buchanan & Edwards (BE) is a trusted advisor to the federal govern-ment, helping to solve existing problems, create new possibilities and serve citizens more effectively through technology. Our vision guides the delivery of innovative, customized solutions like the ForceAnalytix framework, a contract management solution developed in Microsoft Dynamics CRM, which will be showcased at BE’s booth.

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CACI provides information solutions and services in support of national security missions and government transformation for intelligence, de-fense, and federal civilian clients. Our contract management solutions include off-the-shelf procurement process management, application development and integration, implementation services, training, consul-tant services, and contracting specialist support for the federal sector.

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Centeva is an 8(a)-certified, minority-owned, woman-owned small business that provides effective and efficient professional and technical services to public- and private-sector organizations. Our staff are passionate professionals. Centeva thrives on working with customers to solve their problems and specializes in development support, project management, business analysis, technology, training, and compliance.

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CENTRAL INTELLIGENCE AGENCYwww.cia.gov BooTh #425

The CIA is responsible for knowing what’s going on in the world be-yond the nation’s borders. We observe current events and anticipate their significance to our national security. Our mission is an ongoing process of collecting information, sifting through it for useful intelli-gence, then reporting our assessments to the president and senior policy-makers.

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Centre Law & Consulting, LLC, is the only company that provides integrated legal, training, and consulting services to both government and industry clients. Founded in 2002, Centre is a Women’s Business Enterprise National Council–certified woman-owned small business headquartered in Vienna, Virginia.

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For over 39 years, U.S. defense, civilian, and intelligence agencies have partnered with CGI to support their mission-essential needs at every stage of the program, product, and business life cycle. CGI offers the proven federal procurement solution, Momentum®, built specifically to help federal agencies address their toughest business challenges and maximize results.

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Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. (CNI) is dedicated to delivering stability, determination, and consistency to all of our efforts. We offer in-depth knowledge and an unwavering commitment to help our customers succeed in their mission.

COHNREZNICK, LLPwww.cohnreznick.com BooTh #310

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CohnReznick, LLP, serves a large number of diverse industries and offers specialized services for Fortune 1000 companies, owner-managed firms, international enterprises, government agencies, and not-for-profit organi-zations. The Advisory Group offers an international team of professionals dedicated to helping organizations address many different challenges resulting from growth, economic issues, opportunities, or crises.

COMPUSEARCHwww.compusearch.com BooTh #401

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Compusearch is the leading provider of software and services that advance commerce and collaboration among government agencies and contractors. Compusearch’s solution suites support program management offices, the acquisition and financial assistance commu-nities, and GovCon contracts professionals.

CONSUMER FINANCIAL PROTECTION BUREAUhttp://www.consumerfinance.gov BooTh #303

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is the first federal agency solely focused on consumer financial protection. Created by the Dodd-Frank Act of 2010, the CFPB protects consumers of financial products or services and encourages the fair and competi-tive operation of consumer financial markets. CFPB’s work includes collecting, investigating, and responding to consumer complaints.

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Deltek is the leading global provider of enterprise software and information solutions for government contractors. Deltek delivers actionable insight that empowers our customers to unlock their business potential. Users worldwide rely on Deltek to research and identify opportunities, win new business, opti-mize resources, streamline operations, and deliver more profitable projects.

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FEDBID, INC.www.fedbid.com BooTh #707

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Established in 1976 under the Office of Federal Procurement Policy Act, the Federal Acquisition Institute (FAI) is charged with developing the federal acquisition workforce. FAI facilitates and promotes career development and strategic human capital management of the acqui-sition workforce seeking to ensure availability of exceptional training, provide compelling research, promote professionalism, and improve acquisition workforce management.

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The mission of the General Services Administration (GSA) is to deliv-er the best value in real estate, acquisition, and technology services to the government and the American people. GSA oversees the business of the U.S. federal government. GSA’s acquisition solutions supply federal purchasers with cost-effective, high-quality products and services from commercial vendors.

ICAT SYSTEMShttp://www.icatsystems.com BooTh #314

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NASA SEWPwww.sewp.nasa.gov BooTh #718

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NATIONAL GEOSPATIAL-INTELLIGENCE AGENCYwww.nga.mil BooTh #301

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NATIONAL INDUSTRIES FOR THE BLINDwww.nib.org BooTh #501

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NEOSYSTEMS CORP.www.neosystemscorp.com BooTh #421

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NIH-NITAAChttp://www.nitaac.nih.gov BooTh #716

NITAAC is a federal executive agent authorized by the Office of Management and Budget to administer governmentwide acquisition contracts for IT products, services, and solutions. The office is housed within HHS at the NIH Information Technology Acquisition and Assessment Center.

OFFICE OF THE COMPTROLLER OF THE CURRENCYwww.occ.gov BooTh #814

Bronze Sponsor

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), a bureau of the Department of the Treasury, charters, regulates and supervises 1,700 national banks and federal savings associations, with $10.6 trillion in assets. We ensure a safe, sound, and competitive banking system that supports the citizens, communities, and economy of the United States.

OLD DOMINION UNIVERSITYhttp://www.odu.edu/ppcm BooTh #304

The Old Dominion University (ODU) Graduate Certificate in Public Procurement and Contract Management provides high-quality, for-credit education that supports the practice of strategic public procurement and contract management at all levels of government. Professors are academically-qualified, respected practitioners. ODU’s program is the only U.S. program of its type that is accredited by the International Federation of Purchasing and Supply Management.

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OMB Authorized GWACs for IT AcquisitionSMALL BUSINESS

COMMODITIES/ SOLUTIONS

Office of theComptroller of the Currency

U.S. Department of the Treasury

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PLUSTEK TECHNOLOGY INC.www.plustek.com BooTh #322

Bronze Sponsor

Plustek is an imaging scanning and mobile surveillance solution provider. We design and manufacturer an array of document, mobile, book, film, photo scanners, as well as in-vehicle video systems. Based in Los Angeles, we have 30 years of integrated design experience. Please visit Plustek at booth#322 and see our new kiosk, standalone network eScan.

POTOMACWAVE CONSULTINGhttp://www.potomacwave.com BooTh #520

PotomacWave is a small, woman-owned consulting organization with a commitment to integrity, innovation, and results. Our FedDataCheck product currently assists five cabinet-level departments to improve procurement data quality, automate procurement-related audits, optimize use of strategic sourcing vehicles, and analyze competition metrics.

PREMIER MANAGEMENT CORPORATIONwww.premgtcorp.com BooTh #915

Bronze Sponsor

PREMIER, is a Department of Veterans Affairs–verified service-dis-abled veteran–owned small business and 8(a) corporation, providing industry leading services combined with a proven executive leader-ship structure in the fields of audit readiness, financial management, logistics and asset management, acquisition, program management, and business management. Our customers include the Department of Defense, the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Department of Transportation, and other federal and intelligence agencies.

PRIVIA LLC http://www.privia.com BooTh #908

Privia Bid and Proposal Management Software and Professional Services. Privia© is the industry-leading solution for bid, capture and proposal management. We provide leading commercial organizations, government contractors and teaming partners with an integrated doc-ument management, best practice workflows and productivity tools in a common workspace.

PROGRAM SUPPORT CENTER (PSC) www.psc.gov BooTh #400

Bag Sponsor

The Program Support Center (PSC) is a shared services provider within the Department of Health and Human Services. PSC provides comprehensive start-to-finish negotiated contracts and simplified acquisitions support overseeing the entire life cycle—from planning, administering, soliciting and assessing offers, negotiating, awarding, to closing—so agencies can focus on their core missions.

PROPRICERwww.propricer.com BooTh #614

Bronze Sponsor

PROPRICER, the industry leading proposal pricing and cost analysis software from Executive Business Services, helps government contractors improve the speed, accuracy, and exchangeability of cost-proposal data. Changes that would take days in a homegrown system now take just minutes. PROPRICER has helped hundreds of companies maintain the advantage when competing for federal bids.

Visit us at www.fai.gov

FEDERALACQUISITION

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PUBLIC CONTRACTING INSTITUTEwww.publiccontractinginstitute.com

Pen Sponsor

The Public Contracting Institute (PCI) is an instructor-owned, small business dedicated to offering the best up-to-date, accredited train-ing for government contracting professionals. PCI’s seminars, webi-nars, virtual classes, and on-site training are practical, interactive, and of the highest caliber. Our instructors update the materials for every program to ensure that they cover the most recent developments.

SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY—SCHOOL FOR PROFESSIONAL STUDIEShttp://busyadults.slu.edu BooTh #913

Bronze Sponsor

The School for Professional Studies at Saint Louis University (SLU) offers flexible and accelerated degree and certificate options for working professionals. With SLU for busy adults, you can earn your certificate in contract or project management online or choose from one of more than 20 bachelor’s, master’s, and certificate options.

SIMVENTIONS, INC.http://www.simventions.com BooTh #324

SimVentions specializes in providing high-quality, component-based solutions among engineering disciplines including systems engineer-ing, software engineering, security engineering, and modeling and simulation for the Department of Defense. Additionally, we’re a leader in program and acquisition management and support the Defense Acquisition University in the development of tools and workshops to assist acquisition managers in producing quality performance-based contracts.

SOCIETY OF CORPORATE COMPLIANCE & ETHICSwww.corporatecompliance.org BooTh #518

The Society of Corporate Compliance & Ethics (SCCE) exists to improve the quality of corporate governance, compliance, and ethics. Members enjoy a subscription to Compliance & Ethics Professional magazine and special pricing for conferences and training programs, including our comprehensive Compliance Academies.

SOURCEAMERICAwww.sourceamerica.org BooTh #601

Gold Sponsor « Opening Reception Sponsor

SourceAmerica is a national nonprofit that creates job opportunities for a skilled and dedicated workforce: people with significant disabil-ities. We are the vital link between this exceptional workforce, the network of community-based nonprofits, and the federal government and commercial companies that need the products and services they provide. SourceAmerica is an AbilityOne-authorized enterprise.

STRATEGIC SYSTEMS PROGRAMSwww.ssp.navy.mil Booth #302

Strategic Systems Programs (SSP) is a highly specialized work-force composed of military and civilian scientific, engineering, and professional personnel who work closely with private contractors and consultants. We direct the end-to-end effort of the U.S. Navy’s strategic weapons systems to include training, systems, equipment, facilities, and personnel.

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Ballistic Missile Systems

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Whether your mission resides in acquisition, procurement or contract management, our approach will support mission effectiveness

through improvements in people, process and technology.

Learn more at www.deloitte.com/federal.

Choose wisely

About Deloitte

Deloitte refers to one or more of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited, a UK private company limited by guarantee (“DTTL”), its network

of member frms, and their related entities. DTTL and each of its member frms are legally separate and independent entities. DTTL (also

referred to as “Deloitte Global”) does not provide services to clients. Please see www.deloitte.com/about for a detailed description of

DTTL and its member frms. Please see www.deloitte.com/us/about for a detailed description of the legal structure of Deloitte LLP and

its subsidiaries. Certain services may not be available to attest clients under the rules and regulations of public accounting.

Copyright © 2015 Deloitte Development LLC. All rights reserved.

Member of Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Limited

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THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITYhttp://business.gwu.edu/msgc BooTh #409

The George Washington University Master of Science in Govern-ment Contracts (MSGC) program is unique—blending the study of government procurement law and policy taught by the Law School, with a core business curriculum taught by the School of Business. Now available online!

UNANETwww.unanet.com BooTh #316

Unanet provides one software for projects people and financials in the Cloud or On-Premise. Over 1,000 proj-ect-driven organizations optimize their performance by using Unanet for skills management, resource planning, budgeting & forecasting, time & expense tracking billing & revenue recognition, project man-agement reporting, and integrated financials.

UNITED SOYBEAN BOARDwww.soybiobased.org BooTh #320

The United Soybean Board (USB) is a non-profit farmer-led, farm-er-funded organization that invests soybean checkoff funds in a variety of areas including research, development, and promotion of new bio based products. USB has developed a number of informa-tional resources for government employees to help in the purchasing of bio based products.

U.S. DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE BIOPREFERRED PROGRAMhttp://www.biopreferred.com BooTh #309

Managed by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the goal of the BioPreferred program is to increase the purchase and use of bio-based products. The two major parts of the program are mandatory purchasing requirements for federal agencies and their contractors; and a voluntary labeling initiative for bio-based products.

UNITED STATES POSTAL SERVICEusps.com/careers BooTh #325

The U.S. Postal Service (USPS) is the second largest employer in the U.S. From mail carriers to corporate management, we work togeth-er to provide efficient, affordable service to the American public. USPS is an excellent workplace for self-motivated people seeking independence, measureable goals, and the satisfaction of serving our communities.

UNIVERSITY ALLIANCEhttp://www.universityalliance.com/enrollments BooTh #924

A worldwide leader in interactive professional education, University Alliance provides unprecedented access to the nation’s top univer-sities—such as Villanova, Notre Dame, Michigan State, University of Florida, plus others—offering you and your team the skills and creden-tials you need to take your organization and career to the next level.

UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEEhttp://admba.utk.edu Booth #407

UT’s Aerospace & Defense MBA provides an ideal place to grow top A&D talent and transform key business processes. The program combines five, one-week residence periods with distance learning seminars to attract top leaders from all over the country. Participants earn an MBA in a year while continuing to work.

WOLTERS KLUWERhttp://www.wklawbusiness.com/ BooTh #818

Silver Sponsor

Wolters Kluwer is the premier provider of authoritative, timely, and comprehensive government contracts information and solutions, like the FAR and DFARS Matrix Tools. Our extensive collection of regula-tory resources helps you manage the countless government contract compliance issues you face on a daily basis.

YRCIwww.yrci.com Booth #721

YRCI, a veteran-owned company, provides federal and commercial clients with a wide array of professional services in HR, acquisi-tions, and financial management nationwide to help their enterprise succeed. No matter what your professional services needs may be, YRCI consistently delivers on the promise of “Exceptional Employees Exceeding Expectations.”

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Participate in our Exhibitor Treasure Hunt!VISIT EACH SPONSOR AND ANY FIVE EXHIBITORS TO BE ENTERED TO WIN A PRIZE.

There are great prizes up for grabs at this year’s World Congress. You could win a $100 Visa gift card, a complimentary one-year NCMA membership, or a complimentary registration to World Congress 2016, July 24–27, in Orlando, Florida! Stop by the Exhibit Hall and participate in NCMA’s Exhibit Hall Treasure Hunt. The form is in your attendee bag. Visit each sponsor and any five exhibitors to collect the stickers needed to complete your treasure hunt form. Submit your completed form to an NCMA staff member at the NCMA booth. Be present in the Exhibit Hall during Coffee and Dessert with the Exhibitors, 2:00pm–2:30pm on Tuesday, when we’ll draw the winning prize maps and announce the winners! All selected winners must be there to claim their prize or another winner will be selected.

EXHIBIT HALL HOURS: Sunday, July 26 « 5:00pm–6:30pm Monday, July 27 « 7:00pm–3:00pm Tuesday, July 28 « 7:00pm–3:00pm

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SPONSOR/EXHIBITOR BOOTH NUMBERAir Force Civilian Service 725

American Graduate University 713

American Public University 801

Appian 807

Armed Forces Insurance 524

Army Contracting Center, APG MD 909

Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP 617

BDO USA, LLP 719

Benefits Consulting Group 905

Best Value Technology, Inc. 515

Bloomberg Government 812

Buchanan & Edwards 402

CACI 413

Centeva 426

Central Intelligence Agency 425

Centre Law & Consulting 825

CGI Federal 911

Chickasaw Nation Industries, Inc. 616

CohnReznick, LLP 310

Compusearch 401

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau 303

CORT 308

Defense Contract Management Agency 701

Deltek 619

Distributed Solutions, Inc. 406

Dun & Bradstreet 907

Ernst & Young 900

e-SignLive by Silanis 919

FedBid, Inc. 707

Federal Acquisition Institute (FAI) 901

Federal Publications Seminars 506

FEDLINK - Library of Congress 519

GE Aviation 921

General Services Administration 906

ICAT Systems 314

Integrity Management Consulting, Inc. 615

J.A. White & Associates, Inc. 714

Lockheed Martin 307

NASA SEWP 718

National Geospatial - Intelligence Agency 301

National Industries for the Blind 501

NeoSystems Corp. 421

NIH-NITAAC 716

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency 814

Old Dominion University 304

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Plustek Technology Inc. 322

PotomacWave Consulting 520

Premier Management Corporation 915

Privia LLC 908

Program Support Center (PSC) 400

PROPRICER 614

Saint Louis University - School for Professional Studies 913

Simventions, Inc. 324

Society of Corporate Compliance & Ethics 518

SourceAmerica 601

Strategic Systems Programs 302

The George Washington University 409

Unanet 316

United Soybean Board 320

United States Department of Agriculture BioPreferred Program 309

United States Postal Service 325

University Alliance 924

University of Tennessee 407

Wolters Kluwer 818

YRCI 721

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Save the date for NCMA’s next training events!Mark your calendar for these upcoming dates.

THE 34TH ANNUAL GOVERNMENT CONTRACT MANAGEMENT SYMPOSIUM (GCMS)Transforming the Profession: Anticipating and Adapting to Change

Washington Marriott Wardman Park, Washington, DC December 14–15, 2015

SUBCONTRACT MANAGEMENT TRAINING FORUM 2016Supply Chain Management and the Competitive Advantage

Sheraton Premiere at Tysons Corner, Tysons, VA March 17–18, 2016

Chapter Leader TrainingIncreased development opportunities for experienced, new, and potential NCMA chapter leaders.

FALL CHAPTER LEADER SUMMIT 2015Washington Marriott Wardman Park, Washington, DC December 13, 2015

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!

NEW—CALL FOR PRESENTATIONS OPENS AUGUST 7!

Eliminate Paper From YourContracts with E-Signatures

Visit e-SignLive at booth 919

By digitizing your contract workflows with

e-signatures, your company can:

Streamline contracting processes and accelerate approvals

Securely access electronic records

Avoid common and risky contracting errors

For more information, contact a representative at:

1-888-SILANIS (745-2647) or visit www.silanis.com

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Government contracting: Practical experience. Industry knowledge.

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Of course you are. There’s no letup in the number of contracts

to be awarded against mounting deadlines and tight budgets.

You may have limited staff with the experience you require.

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relieve the multiple pressures across the full contract lifecycle or

provide relief at a particular point of need. Award fully compliant

contracts on time and breathe … with INTEGRITY.

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A Fortune World’s Most Admired Company

V i s i t u s a t :

Booth 413

Saving money, reducing integrat on errors, and

streamlining processes should not be on your

“wish” list. They should be on your “done” list.

CACI can make that happen, for all aspects of your

procurement system.

For more than 20 years, CACI has applied its culture

of integrity and good character to procurement

integrat on and applicat on development, imple-

mentat on, training, and consultant services for

the federal sector.

Contact us to fi nd out how CACI’s acquisit on

experts can support your procurement needs from

start to fi nish.

■ Acquisit on Planning and Program Management

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The Ult mate Success Factor.

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