Federal Contract Law: 3-Day Intensive
Overview
Build a stronger foundation in federal contract law with this three-day intensive course. Federal contracting is governed by a complex web of statutes, FAR rules, ethics requirements, protests, and case law — and missing a single detail can put programs, budgets, and careers at risk. Phoenix Canyon’s Federal Contract Law: 3-Day Intensive provides the clarity, confidence, and practical skills you need to navigate this framework effectively.
Over three focused days, you’ll examine statutes, the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR), and case law that shape acquisition — with a clear emphasis on applying legal principles to planning, award, and contract administration. You’ll explore the pillars of federal contract law, including ethics, fiscal law, protests, data rights, and contract management. Through GAO decisions, real-world case studies, and applied exercises, we simplify intimidating rules into tools you can use immediately.
By the end of this course, you’ll be able to recognize legal issues early, avoid common pitfalls, and strengthen compliance across the contracting process — leaving with both a stronger foundation and practical strategies you can apply on the job.
Other Format Options
Phoenix Canyon offers Federal Contract Law training in multiple formats to meet your needs:
Federal Contract Law: 1-Day Introduction / Refresher — a rapid overview for busy professionals.
Federal Contract Law: 3-Day Intensive — deeper instruction with more topics and expanded case studies.
Federal Contract Law: 5-Day Mastery — our most comprehensive coverage, designed for professionals seeking top-level expertise and confidence.
Note for 1102s
Federal contract specialists in the GS-1102 occupational series may be required to complete CON 216: Legal Considerations in Contracting to meet certification requirements. This Federal Contract Law course is intended as supplemental or advanced training and does not replace mandatory DAU courses.
Learning Outcomes
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Recognize the key sources of federal acquisition law, including statutes, the FAR, and case law.
Identify and avoid common legal pitfalls in ethics, fiscal law, and contract formation.
Apply core legal principles to acquisition planning, solicitations, and contract administration.
Evaluate protest grounds, terminations, and disputes at a summary level to strengthen decision-making.
Work effectively with legal counsel and oversight officials to anticipate risks and support compliance.
Syllabus
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Sources of law and hierarchy of authority
Ethics and standards of conduct
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Purpose, time, and amount rules
Common Anti-Deficiency Act pitfalls
Real-world case studies on fiscal accountability
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Elements of a binding federal contract
Competition and statutory requirements
Common pitfalls in formation
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Bid protest processes
Claims, disputes, and dispute resolution mechanisms under the Contract Disputes Act (CDA)
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Post-award obligations and oversight
Modifications, terminations, and remedies
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Apply key principles from fiscal law, formation, protests, and administration to a streamlined scenario
Spot legal risks and compliance pitfalls
Propose corrective actions and justify decisions
Group discussion to compare approaches and lessons learned
Award-Winning Faculty
At Phoenix Canyon, you’ll learn from award-winning instructors with decades of government and military experience. Our team includes U.S. Armed Forces veterans, professionals trained in top law and MBA programs, and former Contract Specialists, CORs, and program leaders who have served across both DoD and civilian agencies. That’s why Phoenix Canyon’s instructors are so highly regarded — we bring the skills, education, and experience that turn complex subjects and policy into training that’s clear, dynamic, and immediately usable on the job.
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Available Dates
Dates for this course will be announced soon.
Don’t see a date that works for your team? We offer custom group sessions delivered virtually or onsite.
Course Snapshot
Level: Intermediate
Duration: ⏱ 3 days
Credits: 24 CLP | 20 CPE
Tuition: $1,395
Delivery: Virtual
Catalog ID: #1101
Who Should Attend:
This course is designed for federal acquisition professionals who need a deeper, practical grounding in the laws that govern contracting. Ideal participants include:
Contract Specialists and Contracting Officers who must apply statutes, the FAR, and case law in daily acquisition decisions.
CORs and Program/Project Managers seeking to understand the legal framework behind contract formation, administration, and oversight.
Legal Counsel, Auditors, and Policy Advisors who support acquisition programs and want to strengthen collaboration with the contracting workforce.
New and Mid-Level Acquisition Professionals preparing for higher-level responsibilities that require legal awareness beyond a quick overview.
Anyone in the federal acquisition workforce who wants practical tools to recognize legal issues early, avoid pitfalls, and confidently navigate complex acquisition challenges.
This 3-day program provides more depth than a one-day overview while avoiding the full week commitment of the 5-day advanced course — making it the ideal balance for professionals seeking a solid legal foundation without extended time away from the office.
Student Reviews
"Your examples, delivery and real-world connections made the topic not only easy to follow but I genuinely enjoyable to learn. I’m not sure how exactly you did it! But please send other classes you teach."
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