Federal agencies have more options than ever for FAC-COR training. That’s good news and a problem. More options mean more vendors delivering the minimum — 40 hours, a certificate at the end, and CORs who passed the test but aren’t meaningfully better prepared for the work. Choosing a FAC-COR training vendor is a procurement decision. […]
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Every contracting officer’s representative who manages a contract above the simplified acquisition threshold is required to be certified. That’s not a recommendation — it’s policy. The Federal Acquisition Certification for Contracting Officer’s Representatives (FAC-COR) framework exists for a reason: underprepared CORs are expensive. They miss performance issues, get taken advantage of by contractors, and expose
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The federal government trains hundreds of thousands of people every year. From frontline staff to senior leadership, from compliance-focused mandatory training to specialized skill development, government agencies are among the largest training enterprises in the world. Yet government training faces unique pressures. Budgets are scrutinized. Compliance requirements are non-negotiable. Learners are geographically dispersed across time
When you’re tasked with sourcing training, instructional design, or change management services for your federal agency, the options can feel overwhelming. Among the many contract vehicles available, HCaTS SB (Human Capital and Training Solutions for Small Business) has emerged as a practical, streamlined pathway to access specialized contractors without lengthy competitive procurements. If you’re a
