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Start a COTR - Contract Specialist issues forum to discuss CMS-relevant cases from both viewpoints.

Right now, must training is a one way conversation from OAGM to COTR's. Yet training courses have consistently been filled with questions that would be more easily resolved if contract specialistis and contracting officers were involved in the discussion. CO's & CS's can learn from COTR's in terms of improved processes AND better trained COTRs.
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planned · 4 comments · COTR Training · Flag idea as inappropriate… · Admin →
A good comprehensive course on writing Statements of Work would be very helpful.
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planned · 1 comment · COTR Training · Flag idea as inappropriate… · Admin →
Increase frequency and visibility of in-person training for Basic COTR training
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planned · 7 comments · COTR Training · Flag idea as inappropriate… · Admin →
Clearly define the roles for the COTR and the GTL and train them each accordingly

Clearly define the roles and responsibilities for both the COTR and the GTL so that each are clear. Train the COTR's and GTL's according to the defined division of work.
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planned · 0 comments · COTR Training · Flag idea as inappropriate… · Admin →
Redesign training that is more case-study based of the top 5 types of contracts a PO will encounter.

Redesign training that is more case-study based of the top 5 types of contracts a PO will encounter.
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planned · 4 comments · COTR Training · Flag idea as inappropriate… · Admin →
Video Tape the sessions since space is limited
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started · 7 comments · COTR Training · Flag idea as inappropriate… · Admin →
Have classes from the Federal Acquisition Institute on site at CMS.

There are a variety of classes offered through the Federal Acquisition Institute (FAI). CMS could explore having FAI bring some of those course offerings on site at CMS and negotiate an Inter-Agency Agreement with FAI.
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planned · 3 comments · COTR Training · Flag idea as inappropriate… · Admin →
Evaluate the effectiveness of the 40 hours of traing every 2 year rule
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Revise COTR Training To CLEARLY Delineate What're COTR And CO Responsibilities
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have OAGM set up consistent process for all to use from RFC development through contract award
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There are two ways to get more votes:

Start a COTR - Contract Specialist issues forum to discuss CMS-relevant cases from both viewpoints.

A good comprehensive course on writing Statements of Work would be very helpful.

Increase frequency and visibility of in-person training for Basic COTR training

Clearly define the roles for the COTR and the GTL and train them each accordingly

Redesign training that is more case-study based of the top 5 types of contracts a PO will encounter.

Video Tape the sessions since space is limited

Have classes from the Federal Acquisition Institute on site at CMS.

Evaluate the effectiveness of the 40 hours of traing every 2 year rule

Revise COTR Training To CLEARLY Delineate What're COTR And CO Responsibilities

have OAGM set up consistent process for all to use from RFC development through contract award

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