Federal Government

This executive order directs federal agencies to prioritize commercially available products and services over custom-developed, government-unique solutions to reduce waste and increase efficiency in procurement. Agencies are now required to justify non-commercial purchases through detailed market research and price analysis, with oversight from senior procurement executives. The goal is to eliminate avoidable spending and integrate private-sector innovation more effectively into government operations. Annual reporting to the Office of Management and Budget will track compliance and progress toward smarter contracting.

The U.S. Federal Contracting Fundamentals Certificate Program offers a comprehensive introduction to the federal acquisition process. Designed for professionals new to government contracting or seeking a structured refresher, this program explores the full lifecycle of federal contracts—from acquisition planning and contract formation to cost analysis, compliance, and emerging policy issues. Through real-world scenarios, regulatory references, and interactive discussions, you will gain the foundational knowledge and practical tools needed to navigate the complexities of federal procurement with confidence.A certificate of completion and shareable digital badge are awarded at the end of the program.Who Should Take the Cost and Pricing Fundamentals Certificate Program?<ul><li>Acquisition professionals working in or with the federal government</li><li>Contract specialists, officers, and administrators</li><li>Procurement and supply chain professionals supporting government contracts</li><li>Finance, pricing, and compliance analysts</li><li>Industry professionals seeking to understand how to do business with the U.S. government</li></ul>

The U.S. Federal Contracting Fundamentals Certificate Program offers a comprehensive introduction to the federal acquisition process. Designed for professionals new to government contracting or seeking a structured refresher, this program explores the full lifecycle of federal contracts—from acquisition planning and contract formation to cost analysis, compliance, and emerging policy issues. Through real-world scenarios, regulatory references, and interactive discussions, you will gain the foundational knowledge and practical tools needed to navigate the complexities of federal procurement with confidence. A certificate of completion and shareable digital badge are awarded at the end of the program. Who Should Take the Cost and Pricing Fundamentals Certificate Program? Acquisition professionals working in or with the federal government Contract specialists, officers, and administrators Procurement and supply chain professionals supporting government contracts Finance, pricing, and compliance analysts Industry professionals seeking to understand how to do business with the U.S. government

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U.S. Federal Contracting Fundamentals Certificate Program

The U.S. Federal Contracting Fundamentals Certificate Program provides a structured introduction to the federal acquisition lifecycle, from planning and contract formation to compliance and emerging policies. Through real-world scenarios and interactive discussions, participants gain the foundational knowledge and practical tools to navigate federal procurement with confidence.

The U.S. Federal Contracting Fundamentals Certificate Program provides a structured introduction to the federal acquisition lifecycle, from planning and contract formation to compliance and emerging policies. Through real-world scenarios and interactive discussions, participants gain the foundational knowledge and practical tools to navigate federal procurement with confidence.

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Procurement

State and Local Government

U.S. Federal Contracting Fundamentals: October 2026

The AFCEA Las Vegas Chapter President, and the AFCEA Las Vegas Chapter Board, invite you to participate in the 5th Annual Cyber Awareness & IT Days at NNSS Nevada Field Office (NFO) - North Las Vegas. The event days will be co-hosted once again by the Office of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - Nevada National Security Sites (NNSS). 
The NNSS Cybersecurity Team will have an exhibit table,and will provide speakers at the event as well. 
About the NNSA/NNSS/DOE Nevada Sites
The NNSA’s Nevada Field Office (NFO) is responsible for operating and maintaining the 1,370-square-mile Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) and other facilities across the United States that accomplish NNSA’s missions in stockpile stewardship, nuclear nonproliferation, counterterrorism, treaty verification, nuclear test readiness, national and international emergency response, environmental management, and science and technology development. The NNSS supports high-hazard operations, testing, training, diagnostics and instrumentation, data analysis, and materials storage; conducts criticality experiments; provides research test beds for nuclear nonproliferation and counterterrorism activities; and facilitates low-level radioactive waste material disposition. This complex employs approximately 3,000 people and has a budget of over $900 million. The complex also executes a significant Strategic Partnership Program mission, supporting such initiatives as threat reduction, first responder training, and sensor development.
About AFCEA – Las Vegas Chapter 
AFCEA is a professional association that connects people, ideas, and solutions globally.
We do that by developing networking and educational opportunities and providing them in an ethical forum. This enables the military, government, industry, and academia to align technology and strategy to meet the needs of those who serve. The AFCEA Las Vegas Chapter serves the intelligence and IT communities in the greater Las Vegas area to include Nellis AFB, Creech AFB, the Nevada Test, and Training Range, local contractors, and businesses. The chapter focuses on education for Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Intelligence.

The AFCEA Las Vegas Chapter President, and the AFCEA Las Vegas Chapter Board, invite you to participate i n the 5th Annual Cyber Awareness & IT Days at NNSS Nevada Field Office (NFO) - North Las Vegas. The event days will be co-hosted once again by the Office of the Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) - Nevada National Security Sites (NNSS). The NNSS Cybersecurity Team will have an exhibit table,and will provide speakers at the event as well. About the NNSA/NNSS/DOE Nevada Sites The NNSA’s Nevada Field Office (NFO) is responsible for operating and maintaining the 1,370-square-mile Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) and other facilities across the United States that accomplish NNSA’s missions in stockpile stewardship, nuclear nonproliferation, counterterrorism, treaty verification, nuclear test readiness, national and international emergency response, environmental management, and science and technology development. The NNSS supports high-hazard operations, testing, training, diagnostics and instrumentation, data analysis, and materials storage; conducts criticality experiments; provides research test beds for nuclear nonproliferation and counterterrorism activities; and facilitates low-level radioactive waste material disposition. This complex employs approximately 3,000 people and has a budget of over $900 million. The complex also executes a significant Strategic Partnership Program mission, supporting such initiatives as threat reduction, first responder training, and sensor development. About AFCEA – Las Vegas Chapter AFCEA is a professional association that connects people, ideas, and solutions globally. We do that by developing networking and educational opportunities and providing them in an ethical forum. This enables the military, government, industry, and academia to align technology and strategy to meet the needs of those who serve. The AFCEA Las Vegas Chapter serves the intelligence and IT communities in the greater Las Vegas area to include Nellis AFB, Creech AFB, the Nevada Test, and Training Range, local contractors, and businesses. The chapter focuses on education for Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Intelligence.

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5th Annual Cyber Awareness & IT Days at NNSS Nevada

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Executive Order

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Executive Order 14271: Ensuring Commercial, Cost-Effective Solutions in Federal Contracts

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Format:	Executive Order
Topics:	Acquisition Budget Contractor Specific Policy and Practice
Website:	Visit Publisher Website
Author(s):	The White House
Publisher:	The White House
Published:	April 15, 2025
License:	Public Domain
Tags:	cost efficiency federal procurement government spending

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