Carpio Consulting Services | Federal Acquisition Training
Federal Acquisition Training — Cradle to Grave

Everything
Acquisition.
Taught Right.

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.

More than
50 Years
Combined Contracting Experience
More than
30 Years
Combined Training Experience
5
Federal Agencies Served
5
Consistently Rated
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Experience Across Federal Agencies

🇺🇸 Air Force 🪖 Army ⚓ Navy 🎖 National Guard 🏢 Private Sector 🏛️ 4th Estate

We Teach All Things Acquisition — From the Science to the Art

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.

FAR Part 7FAR Part 10FAR Part 11

SAM.gov requirements, synopsis timing, competition requirements, justifications and approvals, and other than full and open competition authorities.

FAR Part 5FAR Part 6FAR Part 8

Commercial item determinations, micro-purchases, purchase cards, simplified procedures, BPAs, and the RFO's major restructuring of Parts 12 and 13.

FAR Part 12FAR Part 13FAR Part 14

Competitive range determinations, evaluation plans, technical and price evaluations, discussions, BAFOs, and the complete source selection documentation package.

FAR Part 15FAR Part 36DFARS 215

Selecting the right contract type, FFP vs. cost-reimbursement, T&M considerations, price analysis, cost analysis, and certified cost or pricing data.

FAR Part 16FAR Part 31FAR 15.4

Set-aside requirements and thresholds, 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB, WOSB, subcontracting plans, and the major RFO updates to Part 19.

FAR Part 19FAR Part 26SBA Regs

Contractor performance monitoring, surveillance plans, modifications, changes clause, stop-work orders, disputes, claims, and CPARS reporting.

FAR Part 42FAR Part 43FAR Part 33

Defense-specific supplements, foreign acquisition, cybersecurity requirements, contractor purchasing systems, and DoD-specific clause compliance.

DFARS 225DFARS 204DFARS 252

Termination for convenience vs. cause, settlement procedures, final payment, property disposition, contractor release of claims, and complete closeout checklist.

FAR Part 49FAR Part 45FAR Part 4

How We Deliver

Flexible formats to meet your agency's schedule, budget, and learning objectives — from targeted workshops to full subscription libraries.

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Live Instructor-Led Training

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.

In-Person or VirtualUp to 30 StudentsCustom Scenarios
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On-Demand Video Library

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.

LMS HostedSelf-Paced508 Compliant
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Agency-Wide Programs

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.

Needs AssessmentCustom CurriculumAll Career Levels
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Subscription & Ongoing Updates

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.

Monthly UpdatesUnlimited AccessPer-Seat or Agency-Wide

Simple, Transparent Pricing

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.

Tier 1 — Content Subscription
On-Demand Library

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.

Monthly
Per-seat subscription — cancel anytime

What's Included
Full on-demand video library (FAR, DFARS, RFO)
New content added as RFO evolves
Private community forum access
"Ask a Professor" — post questions, get expert answers
Downloadable job aids & quick-reference guides
Knowledge checks after every module
Completion certificates for CLPs/CEUs
Live sessions with instructor (Tier 2)
Dedicated trainer access (Tier 2)
Get Started
Tier 3 — One-Time Purchase
À La Carte

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.

Per Course
One-time payment — yours to keep

What's Included
Single module or topic of your choice
Live session or on-demand video (your pick)
Up to 25 participants (live sessions)
Student workbook & job aids included
Completion certificate for CLPs/CEUs
60-day on-demand recording access
Forum & "Ask a Professor" access (Tier 1)
Ongoing library updates (Tier 1 & 2)
Get a Quote

All packages delivered in-person, virtually, or hybrid — nationwide. Questions about which tier fits your office? Let's talk.

Add-On Training Modules

Pair these targeted modules with any package — or purchase standalone for specific workforce needs.

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COR Fundamentals & RFO Updates

COR roles, responsibilities, surveillance plans, and the RFO changes that directly affect Contracting Officer's Representatives.

Half-Day Session
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Price Analysis & Cost Realism

Techniques for price reasonableness, cost realism analysis, and TINA applicability — for price analysts and senior COs.

Full-Day Workshop
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DFARS Deep Dive

Defense-specific FAR supplements, cybersecurity requirements, foreign acquisition, and the DoD RFO deviation guide for DoD contracting commands.

Full-Day Workshop
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Custom Agency Deviation Module

We build a bespoke module covering your specific agency's RFO deviation, internal policies, and office-specific procedures and templates.

Tailored Training Quote

What Federal Contracting
Professionals Are Saying

Consistent five-star feedback from 1102s across every career level and agency background — because the training speaks for itself.

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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.

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Contract Specialist
GS-1102-11, Army
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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.

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Contracting Officer
GS-1102-13, Air Force
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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.

M
Senior PCO
GS-1102-14, Navy
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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.

T
Chief of Contracting
Civilian Agency HCA Office
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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.

J
Contracting Specialist
GS-1102-12, National Guard
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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.

K
Contract Specialist
GS-1102-09, DoD Component

Let's Build Your Team's Training Plan

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.

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