Missed the July and August FAR Forward Office Hours? Don’t worry, you can still access the recordings and earn one CLP for each session.

FAR Forward Office Hours – July 28, 2025
Leaders shared key Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) updates, answered workforce questions, and provided practical guidance to help agencies prepare for the FAR’s evolving framework.

FAR Forward Office Hours – Aug. 25, 2025
The discussion highlighted updates to commercial purchasing procedures across FAR Parts 4, 8, 12, 38, 40, and 51, along with insights on simplified RFQ flexibilities and Federal Supply Schedule ordering.

Don’t miss the next live FAR Forward Office Hours on Sept. 22, 2025—your chance to join the discussion and get answers in real time.

As we begin the new fiscal year, several courses still have open seats ready for enrollment. Review the list below and secure your spot to start the year building your skills and expertise.

Explore FAI’s new Revolutionary FAR Overhaul – Training Materials Playlist, a curated resource for the acquisition workforce. The playlist includes official training materials—slide decks, recorded briefings, interactive modules, OFPP memos, and Executive Orders—highlighting key changes from Executive Order 14275 and supporting a modern, transparent acquisition system. Follow the playlist and check back often as new content is added to help you stay current on the FAR rewrite.

Successful completion of the Digital IT Acquisition Professional (DITAP) training program earns students a DITAP training certificate, 80 CLPs, and the ability to apply for the Digital Services Credential (DITAP) (formerly FAC-C-DS) through FAI's credential program. FAC-C (Professional) holders with at least two years of experience and assigned to acquisitions consisting primarily of digital services over FAR 13.500(c) thresholds are required to attend the DITAP training program.

FAC-COR Level II/III and FAC-P/PM Level II/III holders with at least two years of experience and assigned to acquisitions consisting primarily of digital services over FAR 13.500(c) thresholds are encouraged to attend DITAP training to create a cohesive team that fully understands how to buy digital services. There are several vendors who provide the training: ICF, CivicActions, Graduate School USA, Skylight, Management Concepts, EAGLES. Learn more about DITAP by visiting the TechFAR Hub.

Looking to master the art of interacting with AI? The CFEN 001 AI Prompt Engineering Credential is quickly becoming essential for anyone aiming to unlock AI’s full potential.

Here’s what learners are saying:

“This course significantly improved my ability to craft prompts for various applications.”

“It breaks down complex concepts into clear, actionable lessons—easy to follow and instantly useful.”

“I started applying the techniques immediately. It’s a must if you're serious about advancing your prompt engineering skills.”

This credential dives deep into in-context learning, working with unstructured data, and refining prompt strategies that work. Whether you're experimenting or building, this course gives you the edge.

Make your prompts count—enroll today!

Did you know? The Procurement Co-Pilot has been identified as a Smart Accelerator in the recently released Practitioner Album as part of the overhaul of FAR Part 10, Market Research, because it’s an essential tool in this new era of modernized procurement. Sign up for a virtual governmentwide demo on Oct. 21, 2025, 1 to 2 p.m. ET to learn more! Register here! The Procurement Co-Pilot is here to help, whether you’re looking to save time, reduce costs or gain better visibility into supplier data. Procurement Co-Pilot is ready to help federal agencies level up their market research. The Co-Pilot was designed to streamline sourcing, simplify decision-making and empower procurement teams with the real-time intelligence they need. Beyond the governmentwide demo, if you’d like a demo more tailored to your team’s unique needs, please contact the Co-Pilot Team to schedule one and see how Procurement Co-Pilot can support your goals! Reach out by emailing HiDef@gsa.gov.

Apply now for the Fall 2025 Leadership Excellence for Acquisition Professionals (LEAP) program! Designed for GS-12 to GS-14 professionals, this five-month virtual course builds leadership skills through coaching, assessments, and discussions on leading teams, driving change, and making data-driven decisions. Participants learn to create impact in dynamic environments and foster strong partnerships. Learn more and apply here, or contact Jennifer at jbenbow@ourpublicservice.org

On Sept. 24, 2025, from noon to 1 p.m. ET, GSA will host How to Buy Cloud Computing for Government—a fast-paced, information-packed webinar that simplifies cloud acquisition. Participants will learn how cloud computing strengthens government missions, get a seven-minute overview of FedRAMP, explore how consumption-based pricing maximizes budgets, and discover tips for selecting the right contract type and overcoming common acquisition barriers. The webinar awards one continuous learning point. Register today—free of charge! Questions? Contact CloudInfo@gsa.gov. Real-time closed captioning will be provided, and American Sign Language interpretation is available upon request.

GSA’s OASIS+ program now offers a new self-paced Delegation of Procurement Authority (DPA) training course (FAC 154) through Defense Acquisition University. The course awards 1.5 CLPs and is open to all procurement professionals. Warranted contracting officers must earn a DPA to issue task orders under OASIS+, while contract specialists can complete the training to issue solicitations. Start the OASIS+ DPA training today and visit the OASIS+ website for more details.