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September 1, 2021
Government-wide Acquisition Workforce Key Initiatives
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FAI CSOD Help Desk Portal
The FAI CSOD Help Desk is here to help you answer CSOD questions, troubleshoot issues, resolve errors, and manage your password. The FAI CSOD Help Desk is managed by the Defense Acquisition University (DAU). If you need support, submit a ticket through DAU’s ServiceNow Portal. After you submit a ticket, you will receive an email with a ticket number from servicenow@dau.edu.
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Updated Guidance for the FAC-C-DS DITAP Program
The United States Digital Service (USDS) and the Office of Federal Procurement Policy (OFPP) have received inquiries regarding the assignment of FAC-C Plus Specialization in Digital Services (FAC-C-DS) in the 2018 FAC-C-DS memorandum. An additional memorandum has been posted on the Digital IT Acquisition Professional Training (DITAP) page to provide further guidance on the FY-22 requirement. If you have questions, please email USDS@omb.eop.gov.
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Coming Soon: FAC 093 Introduction to Supply Chain Risk Management
FAI is pleased to announce a new training launching October 1, 2021! FAC 093 Introduction to Supply Chain Risk Management (SCRM), is a one hour, web-based training worth 1 CLP. This course will introduce the multi-disciplinary acquisition team to supply chain risks, principles of SCRM, and resources for complying with federal regulations. Keep an eye out for more updates!
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Professional Services Office Hours – September 9
Do you know the difference between a Statement of Work (SOW), a Performance Work Statement (PWS) and a Statement of Objectives (SOO)? How do you decide which to use, especially as it relates to professional services acquisitions? Experts will share examples, pros and cons of each, and lessons learned from using each option. Register now for the September 9 event at 1:00 p.m. ET and earn 1 CLP for attending!
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Help Create the Future Hi-Def Acquisition Information Environment
OMB invites you to share suggestions for key features and capabilities for the future High Definition (Hi-Def) acquisition information environment. Submit ideas for technology and data tools that can make the acquisition workforce more productive and effective. Selected ideas will serve as a roadmap and influence the development of the future Hi-Def acquisition information environment. Request access and submit ideas via the online portal through September 3.
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Don't Wait, Investigate!
Are you registered for an instructor-led training, but you have not received information about accessing the training? Contact the Registrar of the agency conducting the training at least one week before the class begins! Do not wait until the first day of class to contact someone. Review the CSOD FAQs for agency contact information.
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Learn About Contract Types in Just Six Minutes!
FAI's animated “Contract Types” Knowledge Nugget video covers the different contract types identified in the FAR - in just six minutes! You will learn about the importance of choosing the right contract type during the acquisition planning stage. Check out this micro-learning video on FAI's Media Library today!
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