Federal Contract Law

Overview

Gain an understanding of the legal framework behind the FAR to avoid potential contracting liabilities and demonstrate professional competence and growth at your agency or organization. You will walk through the full range of legal issues that frequently arise in federal contracting by reading and evaluating actual cases from the Comptroller General, the Civilian Board of Contract Appeals, and the courts.

Note: If you are a federal contract specialist in the GS-1102 occupational series, you may be required to take CON 216: Legal Considerations in Contracting instead of this training course.

Who Attends

This training course is appropriate for contracting, program, and financial personnel who are involved in federal contracting, as well as federal contractors.

Course Level: Intermediate
CLP: 40 | CPE: 40
Duration: 5 Days

Price: $ 1939.00 Course prices shown here do not include a credit card surcharge. Payments by ACH, EFT, or check do not include the surcharge and are offered at a lower price. At checkout, you may choose a payment method that avoids the credit card surcharge.
A 3% credit card surcharge will be applied.

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Available Dates

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June 22 - June 26, 2026

Class ID: 261047003

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

November 2 - November 6, 2026

Class ID: 261047005

Virtual

9 AM - 5 PM EST

Learning Objectives

Discuss the general principles of Federal contract law
Describe the statutory and administrative control of funds
Discuss ethical standards and impermissible business practices
Explain socioeconomic policies associated with small businesses and labor standards
Discuss contract formation issues and bid protests
Describe legal considerations associated with postaward contract administration, claims, and terminations

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Course Activities

The final exam must be completed with a grade of 70% or higher.

Course Topics

Legal Framework

Elements Essential to a Contract
Sovereign Immunity
Authority
Estoppel
Waiver
Accord and Satisfaction (Settlement)
Choice of Law
Summary
Case Studies

Funding of Federal Contracts

The Budget Process
The Proper Use of Funds
The Anti-Deficiency Act
Summary
Case Studies

Ethics, Business Practices, and Conflicts of Interest

Other Laws and Regulations Regarding Ethical Conduct
Restrictions on Obtaining and Disclosing Certain Information Statute
Business Practices
Organizational Conflicts of Interest
Summary
Case Studies

Socioeconomic Policies

Small Business and the Role of the Small Business Administration
Small Business Preference Programs
Certificates of Competency
Domestic Products/Buy American Statute
Labor Standards
Environmental Considerations
Summary
Case Studies

Contract Formation Methods

Sealed Bidding
Competitive Negotiation
Exceptions to Full and Open Competition
Summary
Case Studies

Challenges by Unsuccessful Offerors

Agency
Government Accountability Office
Judicial
Case Studies

Postaward Contract Performance

Contract Modifications
Inspection, Acceptance, and Warranties
Case Studies

Termination Due to Inadequate Contractor Performance

Principles of Termination Due to Inadequate Contractor Performance
Default in Contracts for Commercial Products and Commercial Services
Default in Fixed-Price Contracts for Other Than Commercial Products and Commercial Services
Cost-Reimbursement Contracts (FAR 52.249-6)
Excusable Delay
Authority to Terminate
Anticipatory Repudiation
Repurchase
Bankruptcy
Other Rights and Remedies of the Government
Case Studies

Termination for the Convenience of the Government

Overview
FAR Termination for Convenience Clauses
Procedures
Improper Termination Due to Inadequate Contractor Performance
Improper Termination for Convenience
Settlement of Termination
Summary
Case Studies

Contract Claims and Litigation

Procedures Under the Contract Disputes Statute and the Disputes Clause
Judicial Review by the Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit
Nonjudicial Remedies of the Government
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Attorney Fees
Summary
Case Studies

Fraud and Exclusion

False Statements
False Claims
Fraud Related to Contract Pricing Or Payments
Product Substitution
Program Fraud Civil Remedies Act of 1986
Debarment, Suspension, and Ineligibility
Summary
Case Studies

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Federal Contract Law

Overview

Who Attends

For Groups

Available Dates

Learning Objectives

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

Core Courses

Elective Courses

Prerequisites:

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