Revolutionary FAR Overhaul: 3-Day Accelerator

Overview

The Federal Acquisition Regulation is undergoing its most sweeping transformation in decades. Phoenix Canyon’s Revolutionary FAR Overhaul: 3-Day Accelerator is the sweet spot course that delivers more depth than a quick briefing without the full 5-day commitment. This high-energy program is built for acquisition, legal, and program staff who need practical skills and confidence fast. It delivers a concentrated, fast-paced introduction to this historic shift. Unlike traditional FAR courses, this immersive program integrates the FAR Companion Guide, Practitioner Albums, and agency deviations so you’re ready to implement the new rules the moment they take effect.

Over three fast-paced days, you’ll work hands-on with the FAR, the new RFO provisions, and agency deviations through scenario-driven exercises that connect the rules directly to your daily decisions. You’ll sharpen your ability to research, interpret, and apply the overhaul under pressure — without wasting time on filler.

This Accelerator course is Phoenix Canyon’s flagship format: balanced, efficient, and laser-focused on what federal professionals need to succeed during the most sweeping FAR transformation in decades.

By the end of this 3-Day Accelerator course, you will be able to:

• Pinpoint the exact changes in the RFO FAR that affect planning, award, and administration.

• Apply the FAR Companion Guide and Practitioner Albums to solve acquisition challenges quickly.

• Identify agency deviations that determine how and when overhaul provisions apply in your environment.

• Avoid compliance pitfalls that could delay awards or jeopardize programs.

• Operate with confidence in navigating the new regulatory landscape — even under time pressure.

• Strengthen compliance and reduce risk during this transition period.

Important Note

Phoenix Canyon offers the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul training series in three formats to fit different needs:

• 1-Day Rapid Readiness – A concentrated introduction to the RFO FAR, ideal for those who need a fast-paced overview of the changes and their impact.

• 3-Day Accelerator – A balanced option that goes deeper than a quick overview, offering practical application without the full 4-day commitment.

• 4-Day Mastery – The most in-depth version, featuring extended problem-solving, advanced case studies, and a full capstone exercise.

All versions integrate the FAR Companion Guide, Practitioner Albums, and agency deviations to ensure participants leave fully prepared to navigate the FAR overhaul with clarity and confidence.

Syllabus

• Day 1 – Foundations & Familiarization

  • Explore Article I of the Constitution and the FAR’s role within the U.S. Code and CFR

  • Review the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO FAR) initiative and what’s changing

  • Understand the structure of the FAR and how it is being overhauled

  • Learn how to navigate the FAR Companion Guide as a research tool

  • Get an overview of Practitioner Albums and how they explain revised FAR Parts

  • Complete familiarization exercises: locating FAR parts and comparing current vs. overhauled text

• Day 2 – Research & Application

  • Practice research strategies using the FAR Index and Companion Guide

  • Conduct Search-and-Find drills across current FAR and overhaul text

  • Complete Search-and-Answer exercises: answer compliance questions with citations under time pressure

  • Apply Practitioner Albums in hands-on planning and award scenarios

  • Determine applicability of overhaul provisions by analyzing agency deviations

• Day 3 – Applied Problem Solving

  • Solve integrated Search-and-Solve problems using both FAR and overhaul text

  • Perform multi-step analysis that combines the Companion Guide, Practitioner Albums, and deviations

  • Participate in group discussion: common pitfalls and compliance risks in the transition

  • Work through a mini-capstone exercise: resolve a condensed acquisition scenario using the Companion Guide, a Practitioner Album, and agency deviation guidance

  • Wrap up with key lessons and transition strategies

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.

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Course Snapshot

• Level: Intermediate

• Credits: 24 CLP | 24 CPE

• Duration: ⏱ 3 day

• Tuition: $999

• Delivery: Virtual

• Catalog ID: #3002

Who Should Attend:

This course is designed for federal employees across the acquisition workforce who need to understand and apply the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul, including:

• Contract Specialists and Contracting Officers (1102 series)

• Contracting Officer’s Representatives (CORs)

• Program and Project Managers (1101, 343, 0340, etc.)

• Legal Advisors and Acquisition Attorneys

• Financial and Budget Analysts involved in acquisition funding decisions

• Auditors and Inspectors General staff

• Policy and compliance professionals responsible for acquisition oversight

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."

—Salvador M. excerpt from student email