BANKS & ASSOCIATES

Banks & Associates is a leader in training in the areas of Government Contracting, Construction Law and the laws impacting growing businesses in Texas.  We demonstrate our leadership by providing information and updates on the changes in the law through our website, social media and community education programs.  

We also provide customized, on-site courses and seminars for business and executives executives across Texas.  Our courses have been approved for continuing education credits (CPE) by the Texas Board of Public Accountancy.  Each of our courses included at least .5 hours of ethics training.

GSA Schedules Boot Camp [More Information]

Government agencies spend more than $40 billion each year on purchases made through the various GSA and VA schedules.  In Texas, purchasing vehicles including the TXMAS schedule provide access to restricted purchasing environments for GSA schedule members.  Topics include: Overview of GSA Schedule Programs; The Schedule Negotiation Process; Reporting and Payment Requirements; Performance Issues and many more...

Debriefing and Protests After Federal Contract Awards [More Information]

Whether a company wins or loses a bid opportunity, there is always an opportunity to improve the process for the next time around.  However, to preserve the right to appeal an award decision and obtain the necessary information to support a bid protest, a timely and detailed debriefing must be requested.  Learn what can and should be included in a debriefing request, the critical timelines for each activity, and practical approaches for successful protest actions.

Debriefing and Protests After Contract Awards in Texas [More Information]

This training program is tailored specifically to the requirements of Texas Agencies including TxDOT, HISD and City of Houston.  Learn what can and should be included in a debriefing request, the critical timelines for each activity, and practical approaches for successful protest actions.

Anatomy of a Federal Government Contract [More Information]

Success in Government Contracting requires much more than the ability to execute the work required in the contract.  It involves complying with the FAR and the relevant agency requirements, as well as the extensive reporting requirements.  More than 50% of small businesses who submit at least one bid will never win a Government Contract, and many of those who win one will never win a second.  Learn the structure, requirements and key provisions of a Government Contract. 

Contract Administration for Non-Attorneys [More Information]

In a perfect world, every business would have an efficient and effective internal legal department focused on helping the company build its wealth and protect its assets.  In the real world, small businesses rely on non-attorney staff to accomplish some of the important contract administration functions. Still it is important that the internal forms, contract agreements and procedures are prepared by experienced attorneys and used by staff who have been trained in the most important aspects of their job.  We train non-attorneys to handle the most important internal contract administration functions for small businesses.

TEACHING PHILOSOPHY

We believe in a low instructor to student ratio for all courses, allowing instructors to provide a concentrated focus on current attendee issues and unique creating learning opportunities for all. Our expert instructors tailor their approach to the course to meet each attendee’s concerns and answer specific questions. An additional benefit is the opportunity for students to get to know their fellow classmates and benefit from their questions and comments as well.

Our courses have flexible timelines to meet the needs of class participants. Even after the course has ended, attendees are invited to call/email our instructors if a new question should arise.

Our of instructors are legal professional are available for further, more in-depth consultations and to tailor customized on-site training programs.