From requirements development to contract closeout — Carpio Consulting delivers practical, scenario-based learning across the full acquisition lifecycle. Built by an experienced contracting professional. Training, education, and professional development for practitioners and leaders.
Experience Across Federal Agencies
From the very first step in the acquisition process to final closeout — if it touches federal contracting, we have a course for it.
Acquisition planning, market research strategy, requirements development, independent government estimates, and source justifications.
SAM.gov requirements, synopsis timing, competition requirements, justifications and approvals, and other than full and open competition authorities.
Commercial item determinations, micro-purchases, purchase cards, simplified procedures, BPAs, and the RFO's major restructuring of Parts 12 and 13.
Competitive range determinations, evaluation plans, technical and price evaluations, discussions, BAFOs, and the complete source selection documentation package.
Selecting the right contract type, FFP vs. cost-reimbursement, T&M considerations, price analysis, cost analysis, and certified cost or pricing data.
Set-aside requirements and thresholds, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, subcontracting plans, and the major RFO updates to Part 19.
Contractor performance monitoring, surveillance plans, modifications, changes clause, stop-work orders, disputes, claims, and CPARS reporting.
Defense-specific supplements, foreign acquisition, cybersecurity requirements, contractor purchasing systems, and DoD-specific clause compliance.
Termination for convenience vs. cause, settlement procedures, final payment, property disposition, contractor release of claims, and complete closeout checklist.
Flexible formats to meet your agency's schedule, budget, and learning objectives — from targeted workshops to full subscription libraries.
In-person or virtual classroom delivery led directly by our CEO. Interactive, discussion-based sessions with real contract file scenarios tailored to your agency's specific work. The gold standard for deep, lasting learning.
A growing library of professionally produced video modules covering the full FAR System (including RFO Strategic Acquisition Guidance). Available 24/7 through your LMS with progress tracking, knowledge checks, and completion certificates for CLPs.
Comprehensive programs for entire contracting offices — from the GS-7 entry-level specialist to the HCA. Includes needs assessment, custom curriculum design, multi-format delivery, and progress reporting for leadership.
Year-round access to the full training library, new modules as regulations evolve (including the RFO), monthly regulatory update webinars, and downloadable job aids. The right fit for offices that need to stay current.
Choose the package that fits your office, your team, and your mission. All packages include access to our experienced instructor and practical, job-ready materials.
Self-paced access to our full acquisition content library plus a private community forum where you can post questions and get answers directly from the professor. Learn on your schedule, never learn alone.
Everything in On-Demand Library, plus scheduled live sessions with a dedicated trainer. The complete learning experience — structured instruction, on-demand content, and a community to support you year-round.
Buy exactly what you need — one topic, one module, one workshop. No subscription required. Perfect for offices that need targeted training on a specific FAR part, RFO module, or acquisition topic right now.
All packages delivered in-person, virtually, or hybrid — nationwide. Questions about which tier fits your office? Let's talk.
Pair these targeted modules with any package — or purchase standalone for specific workforce needs.
COR roles, responsibilities, surveillance plans, and the RFO changes that directly affect Contracting Officer's Representatives.
Techniques for price reasonableness, cost realism analysis, and TINA applicability — for price analysts and senior COs.
Defense-specific FAR supplements, cybersecurity requirements, foreign acquisition, and the DoD RFO deviation guide for DoD contracting commands.
We build a bespoke module covering your specific agency's RFO deviation, internal policies, and office-specific procedures and templates.
Consistent five-star feedback from 1102s across every career level and agency background — because the training speaks for itself.
Finally — acquisition training that speaks to how contracting actually works. The scenarios were directly applicable to what I deal with every day. I walked out with tools I could use immediately.
The source selection workshop completely changed how our office approaches competitive acquisitions. The job aids alone were worth the entire course. Clear, practical, and immediately useful.
The instructor's background across multiple services makes a real difference. You can tell this is someone who has lived these regulations — not just read them. Best acquisition training I've had in my career.
We brought Carpio Consulting in for our entire office and the feedback was unanimous — best training we've had in years. The subscription keeps our team current as regulations change.
The RFO comparison guides were exactly what we needed. We left knowing precisely what changed and how to apply the new deviation guide procedures on our next contract actions.
As a newer 1102, the full acquisition lifecycle course gave me the foundation I needed. Every phase was explained with real examples. I finally feel prepared and confident in my work.
Whether you need a single workshop, an agency-wide program, or an ongoing subscription — we will build the right solution for your workforce, your timeline, and your budget.