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June 2012
Federal Contracts 2012: Acquisition, Performance and Compliance Fundamentals
Co-Sponsored by the CBA Business Law Section
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WHAT YOU WILL LEARN:
-Contract Formation Basics
-Contract Performance Basics
-Contract Close-out, Termination, and Dispute Basics
-Intellectual Property and Proprietary Information Issues
-Organizational Conflicts of Interest
-Subcontracting Issues, Including Indemnification
-Contract Compliance, Business Systems Adequacy, and Mandatory Disclosures Under the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Agency Supplements
And More!
WHO SHOULD ATTEND:
-In-house Counsel
-Outside Counsel Assisting a Client with a Federal Contract
-Government Attorneys
-Company Management
Anyone Who Needs a Thorough Overview and Update on the Law of Federal Government Contracts!
Program Description:
Federal contracts remain a significant source of potential revenue for Colorado businesses. Attend this practical and useful program to get an overview of federal government contract law important for any company considering or currently performing federal contract work.
The program will focus on providing a review of key government contract legal requirements throughout the lifecycle of the government contracting process from acquisition through contract closeout. In the morning session, the presenters will provide an overview of the relevant government contract law framework beginning with acquisition issues such as the Procurement Integrity Act, contractor responsibility, contract formation, Organizational Conflicts of Interest (OCIs), contractor patent and data rights and bid protests. The morning session presenters will also discuss government contractor compliance requirements such as the False Claims Act (FCA) and mandatory contractor disclosure. The morning session will then conclude with a discussion of contract performance matters, including changes, modifications, cost allowability, claims and disputes. The program's afternoon session will provide a more detailed discussion on specific “hot topics” of interest in government contract law relating to purchasing/subcontracting and emerging compliance and enforcement issues such as the DoD Business Systems Rule. The program will conclude with a panel discussion on practical solutions to current government contractor compliance challenges.
Don't miss this opportunity to increase your knowledge and skills in this important business law area.
Agenda:
8:30 - 9:00
Registration and Continental Breakfast
9:00 - 9:50
Pursuing Federal Contracts -- Formation Issues in Government Contracts and Grants
This presentation will focus on the acquisition phase of government contracting, ensuring that attendees:
Understand basic distinctions between procurement contracts, grants and other federal agreements and how to do business with the government;
-Address organizational conflicts of interests;
-Protect their intellectual property rights;
-Are familiar with the Proposal Phase, including certain requirements the government and contractors must follow under the relevant statutes and regulations; and
-Are prepared for the Award Phase, including a discussion on acquisition issues that raise post-award bid protest issues.
Presented by Leonard Anthony, Esq.
9:50 - 10:05
Networking Break
10:05 - 10:55
The Government Contractor Compliance Environment and Reducing the Risk of Fraud Liability
This presentation focuses on contract compliance and fraud mitigation, including:
-The essential components of a Federal contracts compliance program;
-The risks of not having an effective compliance program; and
-The latest enforcement actions and legal developments under the False Claims Act (FCA).
Presented by Corey R. Sanchez, Esq. and Gail D. Zirkelbach, Esq.
10:55 - 11:45
Getting It Done -- Contract Performance
This presentation focuses on contract performance issues, including:
-Contract interpretation;
-Modifications, changes and equitable adjustments;
-Cost recovery (government contract cost accounting and cost allowability issues); and
-Contract disputes.
Presented by Kevin MacCary, Esq.
11:45 - 1:00
Lunch - On Your Own
1:00 - 1:50
The Government Contractor's Supply Chain -- Subcontracting and Purchasing
This presentation focuses on subcontract and purchasing issues arising under government contracts, including:
-Maintaining an acceptable purchasing system;
-Preparing and negotiating “flowdown” requirements;
-Negotiating special provisions: Counterfeit parts, Specialty metals clause, Indemnification provisions; and
-Supplier surveillance.
Presented by L. Shawn Cheadle, Esq.
1:50 - 2:05
Networking Break
2:05 - 2:55
Emerging Audit Management and Business Systems Challenges for Contractors
This presentation focuses on the latest “hot topics” in federal contracts, including:
-Managing DCAA audits; and
-Addressing Business Systems challenges.
Presented by Taylor M. Menlove, Esq. and Steven M. Masiello, Esq.
2:55 - 3:45
An Insider's Perspective on Government Contracting
This panel discussion brings together leading government contractor legal counsel to share their insights on:
-Remaining competitive in the current regulatory and government funding environment;
-Responsive compliance system implementation and management; and
-Setting appropriate boundaries with your customer, and challenging improper audit and contracting officer positions.
Panel:
L. Shawn Cheadle, Esq. - Lockheed Martin
Kevin MacCary, Esq. - United Launch Alliance
Corey R. Sanchez, Esq. - MWH Global
Taylor M. Menlove, Esq. - Ball Corp.
Moderator:
Steven M. Masiello, Esq. - McKenna, Long & Aldridge
3:45
Adjourn
Program Planners and Co-Chairs
L. Shawn Cheadle, Esq.
General Counsel, S&NS
Lockheed Martin Space Systems Co
Denver, CO
Steven M. (Steve) Masiello, Esq.
Partner
McKenna, Long & Aldridge LLP
Partner
McKenna, Long & Aldridge LLP
Denver, CO
Faculty
Leonard Anthony, Esq.
Senior Attorney
Ball Corporation
Broomfield, CO
Kevin MacCary, Esq.
Vice President and General Counsel
United Launch Alliance
Vice President and General Counsel
United Launch Alliance
Englewood, CO
Taylor M. Menlove, Esq.
Senior Attorney
Ball Corporation
Broomfield, CO
Corey R. Sanchez, Esq.
Director of Ethics and Compliance
MWH Global, Inc.
Director of Ethics and Compliance
MWH Global, Inc.
Broomfield, CO
Gail D. Zirkelbach, Esq.
Partner
McKenna, Long & Aldridge LLP
Partner
McKenna, Long & Aldridge LLP
Denver, CO
Video Replays: July 13, 2012
Denver: CLE Classroom, 1900 Grand Street, Suite 300
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