Centre's Training Institute

Learn Tactical Negotiation Skills from Special Operations Veteran | February 15th | 9 AM-1 PM

• Join Gray Doctrine Group instructors in Centre’s special Executive Training. Get the same negotiation skills and tradecraft taught to the military Special Operations teams. Learn how to succeed in business by:
  • Using fundamental principles of human nature to your advantage.
  • Asking carefully calibrated questions to build trust-based relationships.
  • Reading body language and much more

Note: This course is in-person only at Centre Law.

Advanced Contract Administration | February 16th-17th | 9:30 AM-4:30 PM  

• This fast-paced two-day course focuses on increasing contract compliance while reducing contractor risk.  The class addresses tackling the most complex issues in Federal contract administration including bilateral and unilateral modifications/change orders, cure notices, show cause notices, the Disputes Statute, time extensions, delay and impact claims, requests for equitable adjustment, subcontracting requirements, post-award size status changes, novation agreements, flow-down requirements, payment issues, and much more. Enhance your skills with our hands-on workshop. 

Service Contract Labor Standards | February 22nd-23rd | 9:30 AM-4:30 PM

• Understand the laws and regulations that apply to government contractors with hourly service workers. The Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS/SCA) are one of the most challenging requirements for contractors with federal service contracts, from award competition to successful contract administration. This course is designed to help you understand the laws and regulations that apply to government contractors with hourly service workers and avoid the massive fines that result in violating this common government contract clause.   

Annual Review | March 9th | 8:30 AM-4:00 PM

• Annual Review is Centre Law & Consulting’s flagship conference. Every year contract managers, procurement professionals, counsel and business executives from across the country come together to learn about the latest developments in the ever-changing field of government contracting. From start to finish this is a day full of engaging speakers, insightful topics and incredible networking opportunities.

Federal Contracting Basics | April 25th-26th | 9:30 AM-4:30 PM  

• Are you feeling overwhelmed by Federal contracting? Are you unsure how to navigate through the Federal contracting process? Take the guesswork out of your job by attending our comprehensive, two-day Federal Contracting Basics course. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the basic framework and core principles governing Federal procurements and will prepare you to respond to the full range of issues that can arise in Federal contracting.  

Advanced Contract Administration | May 22nd-23rd | 9:30 AM-4:30 PM  

• This fast-paced two-day course focuses on increasing contract compliance while reducing contractor risk.  The class addresses tackling the most complex issues in Federal contract administration including bilateral and unilateral modifications/change orders, cure notices, show cause notices, the Disputes Statute, time extensions, delay and impact claims, requests for equitable adjustment, subcontracting requirements, post-award size status changes, novation agreements, flow-down requirements, payment issues, and much more. Enhance your skills with our hands-on workshop. 

Terminations for Convenience | May 17th | 1-3:00 PM

• You are terminated. Three words government contractors dread to hear. Terminations don’t have to be scary and often do not mean you did something wrong. We will explain to you what terminations all are about, what your rights are and what your cost entitlements may be.

Service Contract Labor Standards | June 13th-14th | 9:30 AM-4:30 PM  

• Understand the laws and regulations that apply to government contractors with hourly service workers. The Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS/SCA) are one of the most challenging requirements for contractors with federal service contracts, from award competition to successful contract administration. This course is designed to help you understand the laws and regulations that apply to government contractors with hourly service workers and avoid the massive fines that result in violating this common government contract clause.   
• Taught by expert lawyers who offer real-world, practical advice, this is an SCA course unlike any other on the market. Our instructors provide all the ins and outs of how to navigate the complexities of the SCLS, not just the typical Department of Labor agency lines. Consider this: Would you trust the DOL to give you inside advice on how to avoid audits when conducting audits is part of their responsibility?

Mandatory Disclosure and Internal Investigations on GSA Schedules | June 27th| 12:30 PM-2:30 PM  

• The Mandatory Disclosure rule is incorporated into every GSA Schedule. The Mandatory Disclosure rule requires a contractor to disclose to the Office of the Inspector General when a contractor has credible knowledge that a principal, employee, agent or subcontractor has committed a violation of the act such as submitting a false invoice by using noncompliant labor categories on an invoice. It applies up until three years after the final payment under a task or delivery order. GSA Schedule contracts have complex areas of risk regarding Commercial Sales Practices (CSP), Transactional Data Reporting (TDR) and well as compliance with the Price Reductions Clause (PRC) and Trade Agreements Act (TAA).

Tactical Negotiation Skills | July 19th | 9:30 AM-4:30 PM

• Looking to enhance your negotiation skills? Join our one-day Tactical Negotiation Skills training program designed to help you improve your negotiation abilities and become a more effective communicator.

Teaming Agreements, JVs and CTAs | July 27th | 1-3:00 PM

• Our nationally recognized Attorneys will explain the tips and tricks necessary to negotiate teaming agreements both as a prime and as a subcontractor. Learn from the experts why up to 49% of the workshare is different from 49% of the workshare. You’ll learn what to avoid from our years of representing federal contractors.

Successfully Managing GSA Audits and Assessments | August 3rd | 12 PM – 3 PM 

• The main purpose of a GSA OIG Audit or Assessment is to determine if your GSA Schedule is compliant. Noncompliance with the Price Reductions clause or a change in the Basis of Award customer can result in refunds to the government. Learn how to prepare for a GSA Office of the Inspector General audit. Learn how to assess potential risks and how to mitigate them. Understand what documents GSA may request from your company. This class will help you and your team understand and prepare for a GSA audit or assessment.

GSA Boot Camp | August 16th | 9:30 AM-4:30 PM 

• Boot Camp for GSA Multiple Award Schedules Contracting (MAS) isn’t just about getting a MAS contract, it’s so much more. Learn how to obtain a Schedule, maintain compliance, negotiate renewals and modifications, avoid Trade Agreements Act issues, and much more. We were first and we are often copied, but never equaled. Centre’s own GSA experts will give you the correct answers you need.

Federal Contracting Basics | September 5th-6th | 9:30 AM-4:30 PM  

• Are you feeling overwhelmed by Federal contracting? Are you unsure how to navigate through the Federal contracting process? Take the guesswork out of your job by attending our comprehensive, two-day Federal Contracting Basics course. You’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the basic framework and core principles governing Federal procurements and will prepare you to respond to the full range of issues that can arise in Federal contracting. 

Tactical Negotiation Skills | October 3rd | 9:30 AM-4:30 PM

• Looking to enhance your negotiation skills? Join our one-day Tactical Negotiation Skills training program designed to help you improve your negotiation abilities and become a more effective communicator.

Service Contract Labor Standards | October 11th-12th | 9:30 AM-4:30 PM  

• Understand the laws and regulations that apply to government contractors with hourly service workers. The Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS/SCA) are one of the most challenging requirements for contractors with federal service contracts, from award competition to successful contract administration. This course is designed to help you understand the laws and regulations that apply to government contractors with hourly service workers and avoid the massive fines that result in violating this common government contract clause.   
• Taught by expert lawyers who offer real-world, practical advice, this is an SCA course unlike any other on the market. Our instructors provide all the ins and outs of how to navigate the complexities of the SCLS, not just the typical Department of Labor agency lines. Consider this: Would you trust the DOL to give you inside advice on how to avoid audits when conducting audits is part of their responsibility?

Maintaining TAA/BAA Compliances for Government Contractors | October 26th | 1-3:00 PM

• Our attorneys are seeing renewed focus on BAA, TAA, and International Trade enforcement. This course covers all aspects of the Buy America Act, Trade Agreements Act, and import and export regulations. Learn what is covered, exemptions you may qualify for, and important new compliance issues companies are facing.

GSA Boot Camp | November 2nd-3rd | 9:30 AM-4:30 PM  

• Boot Camp for GSA Multiple Award Schedules Contracting (MAS) isn’t just about getting a MAS contract, it’s so much more. Learn how to obtain a Schedule, maintain compliance, negotiate renewals and modifications, avoid Trade Agreements Act issues, and much more. We were first and we are often copied, but never equaled. Centre’s own GSA experts will give you the correct answers you need.

Service Contract Labor Standards |November 2nd-3rd | 9:30 AM-4:30 PM  

• Understand the laws and regulations that apply to government contractors with hourly service workers. The Service Contract Labor Standards (SCLS/SCA) are one of the most challenging requirements for contractors with federal service contracts, from award competition to successful contract administration. This course is designed to help you understand the laws and regulations that apply to government contractors with hourly service workers and avoid the massive fines that result in violating this common government contract clause.   
• Taught by expert lawyers who offer real-world, practical advice, this is an SCA course unlike any other on the market. Our instructors provide all the ins and outs of how to navigate the complexities of the SCLS, not just the typical Department of Labor agency lines. Consider this: Would you trust the DOL to give you inside advice on how to avoid audits when conducting audits is part of their responsibility?

Subcontract Management, Teaming Agreements & Flowdowns | November 7th | 9:30 AM-4:30 PM 

• Keep your subcontracts profitable and maintain compliance with federal requirements. This one-day training course covers the complex relationships between the Federal government, prime contractors, and subcontractors. This course will help you understand the role of teaming agreements, contract clause flow-downs, consent to subcontract, make or buy plans, privity, and mandatory disclosure.

Mandatory Disclosure and Internal Investigations on GSA Schedules | November 7th| 12:30 PM-2:30 PM  

• The Mandatory Disclosure rule is incorporated into every GSA Schedule. The Mandatory Disclosure rule requires a contractor to disclose to the Office of the Inspector General when a contractor has credible knowledge that a principal, employee, agent or subcontractor has committed a violation of the act such as submitting a false invoice by using noncompliant labor categories on an invoice. It applies up until three years after the final payment under a task or delivery order. GSA Schedule contracts have complex areas of risk regarding Commercial Sales Practices (CSP), Transactional Data Reporting (TDR) and well as compliance with the Price Reductions Clause (PRC) and Trade Agreements Act (TAA).

Successfully Managing GSA Audits and Assessments | December 5th | 12 PM – 3 PM 

• The main purpose of a GSA OIG Audit or Assessment is to determine if your GSA Schedule is compliant. Noncompliance with the Price Reductions clause or a change in the Basis of Award customer can result in refunds to the government. Learn how to prepare for a GSA Office of the Inspector General audit. Learn how to assess potential risks and how to mitigate them. Understand what documents GSA may request from your company. This class will help you and your team understand and prepare for a GSA audit or assessment.

FAR “Less Complicated” | December 6th-7th | 9:30 AM-4:30 PM 

Our comprehensive explanations will help new FAR users, while our in-depth examples will aid experienced contract professionals. This two-day training offers critical information through hands-on workshops that will help both contracting and technical personnel better understand and navigate the FAR. Attendees will come away from the course feeling confident about how to apply the FAR to a variety of acquisition scenarios.