SAFe® Agile Contracting For Government Training - in Albuquerque

SAFe® Agile Contracting for Government Training Course Outline

Module 1: Delivering Value in Government

• Understanding the Concept of Value Delivery in Government
• Applying Agile Principles to Government Acquisitions

Module 2: Evaluating Effective Agile Contracts

• Structuring Flexible Contracts to Support Changing Requirements
• Managing Contract Adjustments and Reprioritisation Throughout the Product Lifecycle

Module 3: Vendor Evaluation and Selection

• Developing Effective Vendor Evaluation Plans
• Assessing Vendor Capabilities Beyond Written Proposals

Module 4: Monitoring Performance

• Identifying Key Metrics for Agile Transformation
• Measuring Contractor Performance in Agile Environments

Module 5: Pricing and Contract Types

• Exploring Different Agile-Friendly Contract Types
• Estimating the Cost of an Agile Release Train (ART)

Module 6: Overcoming Challenges

• Identifying Common Obstacles in Agile Government Acquisitions
• Developing Strategies to Address Agile Contracting Challenges

Who Should Attend this SAFe® Agile Contracting for Government Training?

This training is suitable for professionals involved in government procurement, acquisitions, contracting, programme delivery, and vendor relationships. It can particularly benefit:

• Procurement Officers
• Contract Managers
• Project and Programme Managers
• Government Officials and Policy Makers
• Acquisition Team Members
• Vendors and Contractors
• Legal and Compliance Professionals

Prerequisites for the SAFe® Agile Contracting for Government Training

There are no formal prerequisites for attending this SAFe® Agile Contracting for Government Training. However, a basic understanding of Agile principles, government procurement, contracting, or acquisition processes can help delegates engage with the course more effectively.

SAFe® Agile Contracting for Government Training Course Overview

SAFe® Agile Contracting for Government Training covers how Agile principles can be applied to government acquisitions and contracting activities. It includes value delivery, flexible contract structures, vendor evaluation, contractor performance, pricing approaches, and challenges associated with Agile government acquisitions.

Delegates will develop knowledge of managing changing requirements, reprioritising work, evaluating vendor capabilities, identifying performance metrics, and assessing Agile-friendly contract types. The course also builds an understanding of estimating Agile Release Train costs and addressing common contracting challenges.

This 1-Day course by The Knowledge Academy enables delegates to approach Agile government contracting activities with greater structure and flexibility. They will be better prepared to evaluate vendors, monitor performance, manage contract changes, and support effective value delivery throughout the product lifecycle.

SAFe® Agile Contracting for Government Training Course Objectives

• To understand how Agile contracting supports government acquisition and value delivery
• To create flexible, outcome-focused contracts that support changing requirements
• To evaluate vendors based on capabilities, collaboration, and delivery potential
• To measure contractor performance using relevant Agile metrics and outcomes
• To understand pricing approaches and estimate Agile Release Train costs
• To address common Agile contracting challenges while maintaining accountability

Learning Outcome of this SAFe® Agile Contracting for Government Training

Upon completing this course, delegates will understand key Agile contracting principles used in government acquisition environments. They will also be able to support flexible contracting, vendor evaluation, performance monitoring, pricing decisions, and the management of contracting challenges more effectively.

What’s Included in this SAFe® Agile Contracting for Government Training?

• World-Class Training Sessions from Experienced Instructors
• SAFe® Agile Contracting for Government Training Certificate
• Digital Delegate Pack