Responding to a federal Request for Proposal (RFP) requires time, resources, and expertise. This comprehensive virtual course provides participants with the essential tools to develop competitive, compliant, and compelling cost and price proposals for government contracts. Designed to reduce the steep learning curve of federal procurement, the course goes beyond the basics of cost proposal development to address key factors encountered during pricing, the proposal process, and post-award contract performance. Key Learning Outcomes: By the end of the course, participants will have a solid working knowledge of how to: • Manage the Cost/Price Volume process effectively. • Ensure full compliance with all RFP requirements. • Create accurate, high-quality Cost/Price Models. • Develop well-written, supportive Cost/Price Narratives. • Deliver persuasive and compliant Cost/Price Volumes. Who Should Attend: This course is ideal for financial and proposal professionals, including: • New pricing specialists • Contract managers • Program managers • Business development professionals Whether you’re new to federal contracting or looking to refine your skills, this course provides critical insights into the unique requirements, constraints, and opportunities of cost and price volume development. Course Topics: Participants will gain hands-on experience in the following areas: • Reviewing RFPs and identifying cost/price requirements • Setting schedules and overcoming challenges • Planning and building comprehensive cost models • Developing labor rates and escalation strategies • Collecting subcontractor inputs and building Bases of Estimates (BOEs) for staffing and ODCs • Applying indirect rates and fee/profit structures • Writing clear and compliant Cost/Price Volume Narratives • Ensuring quality control and compliance in the final submission • Preparing an audit-ready file for post-award review This virtual course equips attendees with actionable strategies to streamline t