Details
This course addresses critical duties, functions, and responsibilities performed by contracting personnel during the contract administration phase of the acquisition process. The course format involves lecture, discussion, and exercises that expose the student to the sequence of activities they may expect to encounter when administering both simple and complex procurements. The course highlights activities that must be performed during the administration phase of a contract, methods of avoiding issues that may negatively affect contract performance, performing activities that are required by law or statute, and actions that should be taken to ensure that the government's interests are protected.
Topics:
-Contract Administration Duties and Responsibilities
-Understanding Contract Language and Contract Terms and Conditions
-Contract Administration Planning
-Quality, Inspection, and Acceptance
-Changes to Contracts
-Contract Disputes
-Contact Closeout
Who Should Attend:
Employees who are in or entering the acquisition workforce and others involved in the acquisition process.
Attendance Policy
Full attendance is required for all DOI University (DOIU) courses. Registration represents a significant investment in your professional development by you, your supervisor, and your office.
DOI University is an approved FAI Teaching School. All courses include a tuition fee, which applies to all federal employees, including those at DOI.
Registration & Credit
This course is managed through FAI Cornerstone OnDemand (CSOD), the government-wide system for tracking acquisition and financial training. You must register through CSOD to receive credit.
Need a CSOD Account?
If you don’t have an account, request one by contacting the FAI CSOD Help Desk.
Steps:
- Submit a ticket via DAU’s ServiceNow Portal.
- You’ll receive a confirmation email with a ticket number from servicenow@dau.edu.
Tuition & Payment
- Tuition Fee: $1,295
- Register Here: FCN 435 - Contract Administration (5-Day)
- Pay Here: FCN 435 - Contract Administration (5-Day)
Payment Instructions:
- Forward the payment link to your credit cardholder.
- Payment is due at registration.
- Failure to pay on time may result in being dropped from the course.
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