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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Overview of DLA DIBBS
DESCRIPTION:The DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) is a web-based application that provides the capability to search for\, view\, and submit secure quotes on Requests For Quotations (RFQs) for Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) items of supply. DIBBS also allows users to search and view Request For Proposals (RFPs)\, Invitations For Bid (IFBs)\, Awards and other procurement information related to DLA. \nParts manufacturers targeting the Department of Defense (DoD) have a significant opportunity with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). DLA is the Department of Defense’s largest logistics combat support agency\, providing worldwide logistics support in both peacetime and wartime to the military services as well as several civilian agencies and foreign countries. \nDLA is responsible for nearly every consumable item used by our military forces worldwide. This includes fuel\, medical supplies\, aviation requirements\, land and maritime weapon systems spare parts\, construction equipment and material\, and critical troop support items involving food\, clothing\, and textiles. DLA also procures depot level reparables. Last year DLA spent billions in contracting for products and services. \nSpeakers: Jean Polka\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-overview-of-dibbs/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Doing Business with Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
DESCRIPTION:The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is agency under the Department of Defense. It is known as “The Nation’s Combat Logistics Support Agency.” It is headquartered at Fort Belvoir\, VA and has various offices and resources located in 48 states and 28 countries. Principle buying locations are located in Columbus\, OH\, Philadelphia\, PA and Richmond\, VA. Principle procurement segments are – Aviation\, Land & Maritime\, Troop Support\, Disposition (Disposal/Reutilization) and Energy. During the course of FY 2018\, DLA awarded contracts valued in excess of $40 Billion for goods and services in over 600 different NAICS codes. Of the more than 3.4 million contracts awarded\, small businesses successfully competed for approximately 66% of these contracts which represents over 14 Billion dollars. Wisconsin small businesses rank 23rd and were awarded roughly 1% of the total value of contracts awarded to small businesses. These existing Wisconsin DLA vendors have blazed a trail and have shown that WI small businesses are up to the challenge and can compete in this market. For companies looking to grow\, increase their sales and federal revenue\, the Defense Logistics Agency is a prospective customer to take note of and definitely one to research and gain a better understanding of how to locate opportunities and what is needed to compete. \nJoin the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s\, January 16\, 2019 Webinar learn more about DLA and how to compete for DLA opportunities. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/doing-business-with-dla/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190129T130000
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Using the Federal Procurement Data Systems (FPDS)
DESCRIPTION:The Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS) is a resource that can help you to identify new markets\, and new customers. FPDS data can provide a better understanding of what the federal government is buying\, when they are buying and how they are buying. \nHave you ever wondered if being a GSA Schedule contractor makes sense – really makes sense? Or\, have you wondered which agency or agencies your competition is selling to and what they are selling? Do you have a new product and/or a service and would like to see if there are federal opportunities? \nThese are only a few of the questions that FPDS data can help to answer. \nThis webinar will provide an overview of \n\nThe data and various tools that can be used to access the data – ezSearch\, Standard Reports and adhoc Reports\nHow to analyze the data using MS Excel’s Pivot Table tool\n\nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars\, CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-using-fpds/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190130T130000
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CREATED:20181130T222136Z
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Update on the Fair Labor Standards Act
DESCRIPTION:The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) establishes minimum wage\, overtime pay\, record keeping\, and child labor standards affecting full-time and part-time workers in the private sector and in Federal\, State\, and local governments. The Department of Labor administers and enforces the FLSA. Having a compliant time keeping system is critical to any contractor. \nThis session will provide attendees with an overview of the requirements of the ACT to assist employers in maintaining compliance. \nTopics covered will include: \n\nThe difference between an ‘employee’ and an ‘independent contractor’\nExemption from overtime\nPayment of meal breaks\nPayment of travel time\nOther issues impacting record keeping and payment\n\nSpeaker: Corey Walton\, Community Outreach and Resource Planning Specialist – U.S. Department of Labor/Wage & Hour Division \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/update-on-fair-labor-standards-act/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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