# CON 2370: Simplified Acquisition Procedures Course (Self-Paced)

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## Overview

This course equips federal acquisition professionals with the regulatory knowledge and practical skills needed to conduct procurements using simplified acquisition procedures (SAP) under FAR Part 13. The course covers the full simplified acquisition lifecycle—from identifying applicable thresholds and authorities through market research, competition requirements, and award—with an emphasis on applying FAR requirements accurately and consistently. Participants examine how simplified acquisition methods support timely mission delivery while maintaining competition, transparency, and sound acquisition judgment.

Through scenario-based instruction and applied exercises, participants engage with key topics including micro-purchase authority, Governmentwide Purchase Card (GPC) procedures, purchase orders, blanket purchase agreements (BPAs), and indefinite delivery contracts. The course also addresses documentation requirements, competition exceptions, post-award administration responsibilities, and the compliance expectations that define professional conduct in the simplified acquisition environment. By the end of the course, participants are prepared to plan and execute simplified acquisitions responsibly and in accordance with applicable federal procurement regulations.

## What you'll learn

- Explain the legal and regulatory basis for simplified acquisition procedures under the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR).
- Identify appropriate acquisition methods based on applicable dollar thresholds and acquisition type.
- Apply micro-purchase, Governmentwide Purchase Card (GPC), and simplified acquisition procedures in compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Conduct market research to support simplified acquisition planning and source identification.
- Prepare and document simplified acquisition actions in accordance with FAR requirements.
- Identify situations requiring competition and apply appropriate exceptions under simplified acquisition procedures.
- Navigate post-award administration and closeout requirements for simplified acquisition awards.

## Curriculum

#### Module 1: Overview of Simplified Acquisition: Thresholds, Authorities, and Framework

- Explain the legal and regulatory basis for simplified acquisition procedures under FAR Part 13.
- Identify the simplified acquisition threshold, micro-purchase threshold, and other applicable dollar limits.
- Differentiate between simplified acquisition methods and other contracting approaches.
- Recognize how simplified acquisition procedures support efficiency, competition, and mission delivery.

#### Module 2: Micro-Purchase Procedures and Governmentwide Purchase Card (GPC)

- Explain the purpose and scope of micro-purchase authority under the FAR.
- Apply the Governmentwide Purchase Card (GPC) program in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements.
- Identify internal control considerations and oversight responsibilities for purchase card use.
- Recognize restrictions and conditions applicable to micro-purchase transactions.

#### Module 3: Simplified Acquisition Methods: Purchase Orders, BPAs, and Indefinite Delivery Contracts

- Identify and distinguish among purchase orders, blanket purchase agreements (BPAs), and indefinite delivery contracts.
- Determine which simplified acquisition method is appropriate based on the nature and frequency of the requirement.
- Apply the regulatory framework governing each simplified acquisition instrument.
- Recognize the advantages and limitations of each method in supporting recurring and one-time requirements.

#### Module 4: Market Research and Requirements Development for Simplified Acquisitions

- Conduct market research to identify qualified sources and current pricing for simplified acquisitions.
- Develop clear and accurate requirements that support effective competition and evaluation.
- Apply required sources of supply and service in accordance with FAR Part 8.
- Document market research findings in a manner that supports the acquisition decision.

#### Module 5: Competition Requirements and Exceptions Under SAP

- Explain competition requirements applicable to procurements under simplified acquisition procedures.
- Identify circumstances that may justify limiting competition or using a sole-source approach.
- Apply small business and socioeconomic set-aside requirements to simplified acquisitions.
- Document the basis for competition decisions in accordance with FAR requirements.

#### Module 6: Documentation, File Requirements, Compliance, and Closeout

- Prepare documentation required to support simplified acquisition actions in accordance with the FAR.
- Identify post-award administration responsibilities for simplified acquisition awards.
- Recognize common compliance risks and oversight expectations in the simplified acquisition environment.
- Apply closeout procedures and documentation standards to completed simplified acquisition actions.

## Pricing

**Tuition:** $649