Acquisition of Commercial Items

Overview

Leverage a nuanced understanding of FAR part 12 to effectively streamline the process for acquiring commercial products and commercial services to save your project time and money. Learn how to determine what a commercial product or commercial service is and follow a more efficient and cost-effective acquisition strategy. Identify the difference in the process for noncommercial acquisitions from requirements definition to contract award. You will leave class with the ability to take advantage of this acquisition approach through analysis of relevant case studies.

Who Attends

This course is designed for both government and private sector individuals involved in contracting or subcontracting for commercial products or commercial services, in accordance with FAR Part 12.

Course Level: Basic
CLP: 16 | CPE: 16
Duration: 2 Days

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Available Dates

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September 21 - September 22, 2026

Class ID: 261018003

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

November 2 - November 3, 2026

Class ID: 261018004

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

Learning Objectives

Determine if the item or service to be acquired is a commercial product or commercial service
Solicit, evaluate, and award in accordance with FAR Part 12
Administer a contract for commercial products or commercial services

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Acquisition of Commercial Products and Commercial Services

Overview

Who Attends

For Groups

Available Dates

Learning Objectives

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This course is part of the following Management Concepts Certificate Programs:

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