Advanced Simplified Acquisition

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Course Number
NIHTC9532
Description

This is a follow-on to the Basic Simplified Acquisition course. Students will develop a more in-depth understanding of FAR Parts 10, 12 and 13 with a focus on the acquisition of goods and services up to $250,000 using practical exercises to illustrate key concepts and acquisition methods.

Contact OALM/DSAPS for information on Delegated Acquisition Certification (DAC):
https://oalm.od.nih.gov/DAC_new_cert

Send DAC certification & provisioning questions to:
simplifiedacquisitionhelp@od.nih.gov

Contact OALM/ACP for information on FAC-COR, FAC-PPM and FAC-C Certification:
https://oalm.od.nih.gov/about-acp

Key Topics
  • Determine adequate competition
  • Plan acquisition strategies effectively
  • Understand methods to evaluate and negotiate in order to obtain the best value
  • Identify fraud and appropriate handling
  • Recognize pertinent quality assurance issues
  • Comprehend the steps involved in payment and closeout
  • Monitor performance

Audience:
The NIH Acquisitions Community