| Monday, February 22, 2010 |
| 8:00am - 5:00pm |
Registration Open |
| 9:00am - 12:00pm |
Army Contracting e-Business Workshop: What You Must Know to Achieve Success (click here to download agenda in PDF format) |
| 10:00am - 12:00pm |
Navy Echelon II/Claimant Council Meeting and CWS IPT (click here to download agenda in PDF format) |
| 12:00pm - 1:00pm |
Lunch Break (Lunch on own) |
| 1:00pm - 2:00pm |
General Session : DoD Procurement Priorities
Speaker: LeAntha Sumpter, DPAP, Program Development & Implementation / UID Policy Office
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| 2:00pm - 5:00pm |
Air Force Meeting
(Air Force Only)
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| 2:00pm - 5:00pm |
Army Meetings
(continued) |
| 2:00pm - 5:00pm |
Navy Echelon II/Claimant Council Meeting and CWS IPT
(continued) |
| 2:00pm - 5:00pm |
Defense Agency Initiatives Meeting
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| Tuesday, February 23, 2010 |
| 7:30am - 6:30pm |
Registration Open |
| 8:30am - 8:40am |
General Session: Welcome and Administrative Remarks
Speaker: Lisa Romney, DPAP/PDI |
| 8:40am - 9:30am |
General Session: Improving Contract Quality and Compliance
(DFARS Changes and Tri-Domain Challenges)
Speakers: Linda Neilson, Deputy Director DPAP/DARS; Bruce Propert, DPAP/PDI
The Department continues to place a special focus on improving contract quality and ensuring compliance with the FAR, DFARS, and policy. This session will address issues in contract writing that are being identified through contract and policy reviews. It will also cover planned changes to the DFARS, as well as to enterprise business systems, to isolate, diagnose, and address these issues. |
| 9:30am - 10:15am |
General Session: Changes in Contingency Contracting
Speakers: Jill Stiglich, DPAP; Dean Carsello, JCC-I/A
Come and learn about changes already implemented and those in the pipeline for contingency contracting! In this session, Lt Col Christianson will provide an update of process changes that affect contingency contracting units, as well as new acquisitions business solutions to assist in-theater contracting efforts, particularly in Iraq and Afghanistan. This session will provide a quick overview of the current Joint Contingency Contracting Systems (JCCS), new Contingency Acquisition Support Module (cASM), and the 3-in-1 tool for logging purchases in the field. Collectively, these systems will support our contracting warfighters successful procurements for the fight on global terror.
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| 10:15am - 10:30am |
Stretch Break |
| 10:30am - 11:00am |
General Session: Implementing Green Procurement Requirements
Speakers: Sandy Ross, DPAP/CPIC; David Asiello, OSD I&E
This session will discuss DoD's Green Procurement Program, the latest Executive Orders that have been issued, and the requirements for purchasing and reporting environmentally preferable products.
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| 11:00am - 11:30am |
General Session: SPS General Update
Speaker: Col Luwanda Jones, SPS Program Manager, BTA
The Standard Procurement System is the largest common contract writing system in the Department of Defense, used across the DoD. In this session, the SPS Program Manager will provide an update on the SPS program – latest releases (SR10 and SR11) and their capabilities, a preview of SR12 planned capabilities, training opportunities, upcoming requirements, and the future of SPS. This session will provide an excellent overview as a base prior to the SPS workshops later in the conference.
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| 11:30am - 12:15pm |
General Session: Life after SPS – Best Practices and Lessons Learned in Preparing for a Next Generation Contract Writing Solution
Panel: Erin Lambert, Navy (ONR); Col Tom Snyder, Air Force (AFMC); Janet Carlson, BTA |
| 12:15pm - 1:45pm |
Exhibits and Lunch
WAWF & IUID Registry Area
eBusiness Demo Area
Note: Exhibits will be open 11:45am - 6:00pm |
1:45pm - 2:30pm
(Concurrent Sessions) |
FPDS Standard and Ad Hoc Reports (Repeated next day)
Speaker: Brian Davidson, DMDC
The Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS) offers various ways of accessing and using data reported for contract actions. This session will review the capabilities of standard and ad hoc reports available in FPDS; and provide tips for accessing and using the data. This session will also cover DoD annual data validation and certification requirements. |
Past Performance & Integrity Reporting and Review and Compliance Requirements (Repeated next day)
Speakers: Sandy Ross, DPAP & Mae Bartley, DPAP
This session will cover the new federal and Department regulations and policies regarding past performance and responsibility information. This session will also discuss the related new requirements for use of the Contractor Performance Assessment Rating System (CPARS), Past Performance Information Retrieval System (PPIRS), and the new Federal Awardee Performance and Integrity Information System (FAPIIS) that will be deployed Spring, 2010. |
Contractor Personnel Reporting in Theater (Repeated next day)
Speaker: LTC Richard Faulkner, SPOT Program Office
This session will cover existing and emerging policy requirements for reporting contractor personnel data for contractors performing in theater through the Synchronized Pre-deployment Operations Tracking (SPOT) system.
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SPS Session – SR 11 Technical (Repeated next day)
Speaker: Erik Nelson, CACI (SPS Program)
This session will cover the enhancements that will be provided in SR11 from a technical perspective, including My webMethods Server (MWS) installation, configuration, and use. The session will also provide a sneak preview into enhancements that are planned for SR12. It is intended for technical users of the system, system administrators, and those who are charged with implementation and operation of SPS at their site. |
What’s New in Clause Selection
Speakers: Linda Neilson, DPAP/DARS & Lisa Romney, DPAP/PDI
Over the years, DoD has implemented a variety of methods to ensure correct application of Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and Defense FAR Supplement (DFARS) provisions and clauses in DoD solicitations and contracts. This session will discuss planned initiatives in terms of regulation changes, deviation oversight, and a centralized clause logic service all designed to improve this process and provide for more standardization and compliance across the Department.
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2:40pm - 3:25pm
(Concurrent Sessions) |
FPDS v1.4 and Other Reporting Changes (Repeated next day)
Speaker: Kate Oliver, GSA
The Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS) implemented the new competition report and associated changes at the end of 2009; and is preparing to deploy significant new capability for DoD in version 1.4 at the end of February, 2010. The workshop will discuss these upcoming changes, to include specific reporting changes for blanket purchase agreements (BPAs), basic ordering agreements (BOAs), and orders against BPAs and BOAs.
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Line Items for Dummies – DoD Blackbelt Results (Repeated next day)
Speakers: Dave Guinasso, DCMA & Rebecca Beck, DFAS
The proper construction of line items in contracts is essential to both conform to Federal Acquisition Regulations, and to ensure the smooth flow and visibility of data later on in the procurement process. In this session, the speakers will discuss common question areas on line item construction and provide guidelines and regulatory references for their solutions. They will also discuss new initiatives to improve how line items are created in the Department as a result of the DoD Blackbelt study on contract construction.
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SPS Session – SR 11 Functional (Repeated next day)
Speaker: Kim Jones, CACI (SPS Program)
This session will cover the enhancements that will be provided in SR 11 from a functional perspective. The session will also provide a sneak-preview into enhancements that are planned for SR 12. It is intended for functional users of the system, rather than technical. |
SPS Session – SR 11 Upgrade (Repeated next day)
Speaker: Brian Heath, CACI, SPS Program
This session will focus on changes in the SPS upgrade package process, hardware requirements, hardware configurations, AEG Utility, etc. It is intended for system administrators and those supporting the operations and maintenance of SPS at their site.
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Subcontracting Requirements & Achievement Reporting
Speaker: Wendy Despres, OSBP
DoD deployed the use of the Electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS) in FY09 to collect on-line the semi-annual Subcontracting Reports for Individual Contracts and Summary Subcontract Reports from our vendor community. Come learn about the lessons learned, emerging policies for reviewing reported subcontracting achievements, and how to use the information reported to improve overall contract performance.
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| 3:25pm - 3:40pm |
Stretch Break |
3:40pm - 4:30pm
(Concurrent Sessions) |
Improving Operations and Accountability in Interagency Contracting (Repeated next day)
Speakers: Mike Canales, DPAP; Herb Kaskoff, BTA
Intragovernmental and interagency contracting have long been considered weaknesses both in the finance and procurement processes. Come hear about the efforts DoD is making to ensure sound transactions, including emerging DoD policies, the required Interagency Agreement format, and the deployment of the Intragovernmental Value-Added Network (IVAN).
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The CO’s Changing Role in the Receipt & Acceptance Process (Repeated next day)
Speakers: Bruce Propert, DPAP; Adarryl Roberts, BTA
This session will cover policy and process changes in the contract receipt and acceptance process that require new actions from the contracting officer. The session will also cover enhancements in the Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) system that support compliance with this changing role.
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SPS Session – SR 11 Upgrade (This is a repeated session)
Speaker: Brian Heath, CACI, SPS Program |
Transparency Act Reporting
Speaker: Lisa Romney, DPAP
The Federal Funding Accountability and Transparency Act (FFATA) (also known as the Transparency Act) introduced a new era of government transparency and associated data validation requirements. This session will discuss upcoming implementation of prime contractor reporting requirements when they issue subcontracts, and the contracting officer’s role in ensuring accurate reporting is accomplished.
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SPS Session – New Utilities
Speakers: Kim Jones, CACI; Erik Nelson, CACI (SPS Program)
This session will cover specific new utilities available within the SPS suite to include Document Transfer, External Award Transfer, and Archiving. |
| 4:30pm - 6:00pm |
Reception & Exhibits
WAWF & IUID Registry Area
eBusiness Demo Area
This is your only opportunity to get qualified
for a chance to win a netbook other fabulous prizes!
Prize winners will be announced at the conclusion of the event
and winner must be present!
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| Wednesday, February 24, 2010 |
| 7:30am - 4:30pm |
Registration Open |
| 8:15am - 8:45am |
General Session: White House and OFPP Priorities
Speaker: Lesley Field, Deputy Administrator, Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) |
| 8:45am - 9:40am |
General Session: Recovery Reporting & the Importance of Transparent / Accurate Data
Speaker: Stuart Hazlett, DPAP/SS; Laura Auletta, OFPP
The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (Recovery Act) is a year old. This session will cover federal and DoD procurement achievements, lessons learned in implementation, contractor reporting requirements, and the contracting officer’s important role in ensuring accurate data is reported for public consumption on Recovery.gov. |
| 9:40am - 10:15am |
General Session: The Changing Integrated Acquisition Environment (IAE) Portfolio
Speaker: Chris Fornecker, IAE Program Manager, GSA
The Integrated Acquisition Environment, an eGov program, provides federal-wide shared acquisition services to help agencies provide the most efficient, competitive, and transparent processes possible. This session will preview significant upcoming functional enhancements in the IAE capabilities, as well as cover the steps IAE is taking to move to a truly integrated acquisition environment. |
| 10:15am - 10:45am |
Coffee Break and Exhibits
WAWF & IUID Registry Demo Area
eBusiness Demo Area
Note: Exhibits will be open 10:00am – 2:30pm
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10:45am - 11:30am
(Concurrent Sessions) |
FPDS v1.4 and Other Reporting Changes (Repeated from previous day) |
| Contractor Personnel Reporting in Theater (Repeated from previous day) |
| Improving Operations and Accountability in Interagency Contracting (Repeated from previous day) |
Joint Basing – Lessons Learned
Speakers: Sandy Ross, DPAP & Dr. Cem Maxwell, San Antonio BRAC Office
The Department of Defense is going through a significant period of BRAC closures and joint basing initiatives. This session will cover lessons learned from efforts in the San Antonio area, and ideas for how procurement organizations can prepare for upcoming joint basing and BRAC-related moves.
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11:40am - 12:25pm
(Concurrent Sessions) |
FPDS Standard and Ad Hoc Reports (Repeated from previous day) |
| The CO’s Changing Role in the Receipt & Acceptance Process (Repeated from previous day) |
| SPS Session – SR 11 Functional (Repeated from previous day) |
New Rules for Contracting Officer Representatives
Speaker: Robert F. Johnson, Navy; Leslie Denault, DAU
This session will discuss emerging regulations and policies regarding the qualifications and responsibilities of contracting officer representatives (CORs). It will also discuss the new processes CORs must follow to ensure quality oversight of contractor performance is taking place.
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| 12:25pm - 1:45pm |
Exhibits and Lunch
WAWF & IUID Registry Area
eBusiness Demo Area |
1:45pm - 2:30pm
(Concurrent Sessions) |
Line Items for Dummies – DoD Blackbelt Results (Repeated from previous day) |
| Past Performance & Integrity Reporting and Review and Compliance Requirements (Repeated from previous day) |
| SPS Session – SR 11 Technical (Repeated from previous day) |
Ask About Contract Reporting and FPDS
Speakers: Kate Oliver, GSA; Lisa Romney, DPAP
This session provides the attendees an open forum to ask any questions they have regarding contract reporting – from DoD policy implications to FPDS specific processes.
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2:35pm - 3:20pm
(Concurrent Sessions) |
Air Force Meeting Wrap-up (by invitation only) |
| Army Meeting Wrap-up |
| Navy Meeting Wrap-up |
Defense Agencies Meeting Wrap-up |
| 3:20pm - 3:30pm |
Move to UID Forum General Session Room |
| 3:30pm - 4:15pm |
Post Contract Award Lifecycle Management (Combined session with UID Forum
Speaker: Ms. LeAntha Sumpter, DPAP, Program Development & Implementation, UID & eBusiness Policy Office
When the contract is awarded, the work has just begun! Managing, maintaining, and tracking the goods and services provided to the Government is an essential part of the acquisition lifecycle. This session will cover several major initiatives in this area including: Government Furnished Property, traceability, property assurance, Direct Vendor Delivery, and more, and discuss the role of the Tri-Domain working group in helping implement solutions. |
| 4:15pm - 4:30pm |
eBusiness & IUID Awards Ceremony & Prize Winners Announced
Speaker: LeAntha Sumpter, DPAP, Program Development & Implementation / UID Policy Office
Prize winners will be announced - winner must be present!
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