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SUMMARY:Small Business Basics: SAM.gov and Diverse Business Certifications - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Small businesses that work with the Federal government are well aware of the SAM.GOV and U.S. SBA Small Business Programs. Over the last few years\, the requirement of being registered in SAM.GOV and having small / diverse business certifications has expanded. It is no longer uncommon for these requirements to apply to subcontractors on Federal prime contracts or non-Federal Public and Private projects. \nAs you begin targeting subcontract work with large corporate or public entities\, you should not put SAM registration or certification at the bottom of your preparations checklist. This session will help you understand these potential requirements. \nDuring this session you will learn: \n\nWhat is SAM.GOV\nHow to register in SAM.GOV\nOverview of Federal\, State\, Local Government and third party certifications\nFrequently asked questions\nLinks to the discussed websites and source of assistance\n\n  \nPresenter: \n\nU.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\nWisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nThis session will also be offered on January 28 at 1PM Central Time. Click HERE to register for that session. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/small-business-basics-sam-gov-and-diverse-business-certifications-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220208T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045842
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: The HUBZone Program - Certification Benefits and Regulations
DESCRIPTION:The Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) program assists small businesses in designated urban and rural communities gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities. This presentation is recommended for any business that is interested in becoming an SBA HUBZone certified business. The HUBZone program qualifies your business to compete for the program’s set-aside contracts. HUBZone-certified businesses also get a 10% price evaluation preference in full and open contract competitions. A business must be certified by the U.S. SBA to qualify for this program\, and must be registered in SAM prior to submission of the certification documentation. Indian reservations and other Indian Country locations automatically qualify as HUBZones. \nCurrently\, many Federal agencies and Federal Prime contractors are NOT meeting their HUBZone goals. This could be a potential opportunity for your business. \nIn this webinar\, you will learn: \n\nHUBZone certification requirements\nBenefits of and applying for an SBA HUBZone certification\nHUBZone certification costs and terms\nProcess and cost of renewing your HUBZone certification\nLocating HUBZone opportunities\nMarketing your HUBZone certified business\nChanges to the HUBZone program\n\n  \nSpeakers: \n\nShane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\nBen Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nThis webinar qualifies for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars\, CLICK HERE. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-the-hubzone-program-certification-benefits-and-regulations-4/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220208T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220208T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045842
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SUMMARY:9th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter – FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group – Session 1\, Introduction & FAR Part 16
DESCRIPTION:This will be the 9th year that the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Wisconsin Chapter will be hosting and presenting this series. \nThese sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors. \nIn addition\, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam. Learn more at https://ncmahq.org/Web/Certification/CFCM.aspx \nSpeakers \n\nDaryl G. Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, Leonardo DRS\nBen Blanc\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nView the full 2022 FAR Evening Study Group schedule. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/9th-annual-wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-far-evening-study-group-session-1-introduction-far-part-16/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220211T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045842
CREATED:20211019T013541Z
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SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Vetting Subcontractors - Considerations for both Primes and Subs
DESCRIPTION:Quality\, price\, and on-time performance remain important factors to consider when identifying and selecting subcontractors and suppliers. However\, changes to cybersecurity requirements have established new regulations and\, consequently\, concerns that must be addressed. Awareness is the first requirement. Companies need to know about these requirements. Then conversations need to be open\, frank and recurring with subcontractors and suppliers. Vetting needs to include all of the information\, processes and procedures used to get to know members of your supply chain and to ensure that they are eligible from a regulatory standpoint. These efforts should include a thorough review of first tier supply chain members but also to understanding how mandatory requirements will be “flowed down\,” managed and tracked at sub-recipient levels. \n  \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Cyber Friday webinars. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-vetting-subcontractors-considerations-for-both-primes-and-subs/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220215T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220215T193000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045842
CREATED:20211117T035714Z
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SUMMARY:9th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter – FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group – Session 2\, FAR Parts 1-4
DESCRIPTION:This will be the 9th year that the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Wisconsin Chapter will be hosting and presenting this series. \nThese sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors. \nIn addition\, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam. Learn more at https://ncmahq.org/Web/Certification/CFCM.aspx \nSpeakers: \n\nDaryl G. Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, Leonardo DRS\nBen Blanc\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nView the full 2022 FAR Evening Study Group schedule. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/9th-annual-wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-far-evening-study-group-session-2-far-parts-1-4/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220216T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220216T130000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045842
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: The SBA 8(a) Certification Program and Small Disadvantaged Businesses (SDB) Program
DESCRIPTION:Businesses that are considered Small Disadvantaged Businesses (SDB) due to social and economic disadvantage may qualify for certification under the 8(a) program. This presentation is recommended for any small business that may qualify as socially and economically disadvantaged\, and wants to take advantage of the benefits of the 8(a) program. While there is no goal for the 8(a) program\, the SBA supports a goal of 5% set aside for SDB. The 8(a) program is not a minority business program but has many benefits including preference in contracting\, preferential teaming agreements\, and focused business development training. \nBusinesses certified under the 8(a) program can also: \n\nReceive sole source contracts\nCompete for set-aside contracts\nReceive assistance from a Business Opportunity Specialist to help navigate federal contracting\nForm joint ventures with established businesses through the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program\nReceive management and technical assistance\, including business training\, counseling\, marketing assistance and high-level executive development\n\nDuring the presentation we will discuss: \n\nWhat is SDB?\nEligibility Criteria\nThe Application Process\nProgram Benefits\nWhat is expected from an 8(a) participant\nLocating 8(a) set aside opportunities\nMarketing your 8(a) certified business\nRecent changes to the SDB goals\n\n  \nSpeakers: \n\nShane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\nBen Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars\, CLICK HERE. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-the-sba-8a-certification-program-and-small-disadvantaged-businesses-sdb-program/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045842
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SUMMARY:WisDOT Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Information and Recruitment Event - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:WisDOT DBE Support Services is offering a DBE Information and Recruitment Event for potential DBE firms\, prime contractors\, and DBE firms looking to expand service offerings and/or begin working with the state. \nWisDOT invests $600-700 million annually in federal and state dollars for highway\, airport and transit projects. These funds translate into millions of dollars in transportation-related contracts and project work for DBE firms. \nWho qualifies as a DBE? \n​Any small business at least 51% owned\, operated and fully controlled on a daily basis by a member or members of the groups listed below qualifies. \nIn the case of publicly held firms\, a member or members of the listed groups must own at least 51% of the stock issued. Groups include: \n\nAfrican Americans\nNative Americans\nHispanic Americans\nAsian-Pacific Americans\nAsian-Indian Americans\nWomen\n\nIndividuals who are not members of one of the groups above can be found to be socially disadvantaged as defined by Appendix E of 49 CFR Part 26. Electronic Code of Federal Regulations 49 CFR Part 26 \nIf you are interested in attending this event\, CLICK HERE. \n\nAGENDA (click to download) \n8:00 AM \n\nWelcome & Introductions – Jeff Johnson\, M.E.\, JW Johnson & Associates\, Inc.\n\n8:15 – 9:00 AM \n\nDBE certification overview – Madalena Maestri\, EdD\, DBE Program Chief\, WisDOT\n\nBasic DBE certification requirements\n Opportunities and benefits of certification\n\n\nAre You Ready for DBE certification? – Jeff Johnson\n\nTips for becoming DBE Certified\nKeeping and expanding your DBE Certification\n\n\n\n9:00 – 10:15 AM \n\nOverview of current and projected areas of WisDOT construction and professional service opportunities – Jeff Gust\, WisDOT\nWisDOT / DBE Trucking Policy – Paul Ndon\, WisDOT \nDBE Firm Shares Their Experience – Amy Hacker\, White Buffalo Trucking\n\n10:15 AM *** Break *** \n10:30 AM \n\nAccess to Business Loans and Contract Financing – First American Capital Corporation (FACC)\, Wisconsin Native Loan Fund (WINLF)\nOpportunities for Federal/Local Contracting and their Certification Programs – Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n 11:15 AM \n\nDeveloping Your Business Capacity Statement – Marci Martin\, Write Like That\n\nNoon – End of Program \n   \nCoordinated by WisDOT\, JW Johnson & Associates\, Inc.\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\, and the American Indian Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin (AICCW). \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wisdot-dbe-information-and-recruitment-event-virtual/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jeff Johnson%2C JW Johnson & Associates":MAILTO:jwja.jj@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220222T193000
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SUMMARY:9th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter – FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group – Session 3\, FAR Parts 5-12
DESCRIPTION:This will be the 9th year that the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Wisconsin Chapter will be hosting and presenting this series. \nThese sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors. \nIn addition\, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam. Learn more at https://ncmahq.org/Web/Certification/CFCM.aspx \nSpeakers: \n\nDaryl G. Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, Leonardo DRS\nMark Dennis\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nView the full 2022 FAR Evening Study Group schedule. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/9th-annual-wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-far-evening-study-group-session-3-far-parts-5-12/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220225T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260426T045842
CREATED:20220111T013152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220111T013152Z
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SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Department of Defense Contractor Annual Cybersecurity Training Requirements
DESCRIPTION:Companies that are handling or anticipate handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) must comply with all federal contract clause requirements. However\, not all requirements are contained in these clauses. Two important examples are – those related to mandatory initial and annual refresher CUI training and guidance for destroying CUI documents and materials. This webinar will provide an overview of these requirements and associated references. \n  \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Cyber Friday webinars. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-department-of-defense-contractor-annual-cybersecurity-training-requirements/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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