Federal Acquisition Institute FAI

The Federal Acquisition Institute (FAI) is a government organization based in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. Founded in 1976, FAI is dedicated to the development and advancement of the federal acquisition workforce. With a team of 32 employees, FAI plays a vital role in shaping the future of government procurement. FAI's primary focus is on fostering career growth and strategic human capital management within the acquisition workforce. They achieve this by coordinating with key organizations such as the Office of Federal Procurement Policy, the Chief Acquisition Officer Council, and the Interagency Acquisition Career Management Council. Through these partnerships, FAI develops and implements strategies to address the evolving needs of the acquisition workforce. The Institute strives to ensure access to exceptional training programs, conduct compelling research, promote professionalism within the field, and enhance overall acquisition workforce management. FAI's mission is to cultivate a high-performing, skilled civilian acquisition workforce, acting as a bridge between policymakers, workforce managers, and other professionals involved in acquisition workforce development. For more information about FAI and its initiatives, please visit their website at fai.gov.