Course Description:
NAF-CON 200 focuses on developing core pre-award contracting competencies, providing a comprehensive understanding of the business relationship between the NAFI and industry while emphasizing the principles of effective acquisition planning and execution. Students will gain fundamental knowledge and practical skills applicable across the NAF contracting landscape. This course represents a key step in building a proficient contracting skillset that will support the contract award and post-award administration responsibilities. Course topics include:
- Effectively define, document, and shape customer requirements.
- Understand the benefits of market research and alignment with industry and commercial sector.
- Develop a comprehensive contract strategy and acquisition plan aligned with customer needs.
- Execute the solicitation development process, including the creation of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotes (RFQs).
- Releasing solicitations that meet customer needs while ensuring compliance with regulations.
- Demonstrate initial acumen in pre-award activities, preparing students for more specialized roles.
Target Audience:
NAF Contracting workforce members within the job series 1101 and 1102.
Course Structure:
This in-residence course combines interactive lectures, practical exercises, case studies, and group discussions to reinforce learning. Some pre-course work may be required.
Course Length: 8 days, plus pre-course work
Prerequisites: NAF-CON 100: Contract Foundational Skills.
Course Sequencing:
NAF-CON 200 is a prerequisite for subsequent courses in the NAF-CON series, including:
- NAF-CON 300: Contract Award
- NAF-CON 400: Post-Award
CLPs: 46 / CEUs: 4.6