VAAA

The VA Acquisition Academy is the Department of Veterans Affairs training institution responsible for developing acquisition workforce competencies. VAAA provides certification programs, continuing education, and specialized training for VA contracting professionals and program managers.

VAAA training emphasizes VA-specific acquisition requirements and procurement approaches. Understanding VAAA curriculum and priorities provides insight into VA contracting officer perspectives and evaluation approaches. Contractors pursuing VA opportunities benefit from understanding the acquisition training their government counterparts receive.