• Acquisition Hour: Understanding the US SBA and Department of Defense (DOD) Mentor Protégé Programs (MPP) – What You Need to Know

    The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the Department of Defense (DoD) both offer Mentor-Protégé Programs (MPP) designed to help small businesses grow, strengthen their capabilities, and compete more effectively in the government marketplace. While both programs aim to foster collaboration between experienced contractors and emerging small businesses, they differ in structure, requirements, benefits, and […]

  • Cyber Thursday: CMMC – From Top to Bottom – A Program Review

    A comprehensive overview of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program. Attendees will gain insight into the implementation process, including how organizations can prepare for assessment and certification. The session will also outline key requirements and practices across the maturity levels, emphasizing their alignment with NIST SP 800-171. Finally, we’ll review the timeline and milestones […]

  • Federal Market Insights [FMI]: WPI Resources to Know About and Take Advantage of

    FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

  • Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Setting Your Goals for the New Year

    FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

  • Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Defense Production Act

    FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

  • DLA Training, Knowledge, and Opportunities (TKO) Seminar

    The TKO seminar is a course that teaches vendors how to start doing business with DLA Land and Maritime. Vendors learn how to find open solicitations, how to submit a quote through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS), the procedures for viewing/downloading drawings, and how to use Invoicing, Receipt, Acceptance and Property Transfer (iRAPT) […]

  • Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI)

    FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

  • Acquisition Hour: Selling to the Government – Is There an Opportunity for Your Small Business?

    Government agencies buy everything, from office supplies and construction to advanced technology and professional services. But is government contracting the right market for your small business? In this session, participants will learn: How the government buys and what it looks for in small business suppliers Key contracting programs and opportunities available to small businesses The […]

  • Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment (IBAS)

    FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

  • Acquisition Hour: The Basics of Cybersecurity for Any Small Business

    This session introduces the basic ideas of cybersecurity that apply to businesses of any size. It explains common threats, simple protective measures, and the importance of understanding where important data is stored and how it is used. The webinar outlines practical steps such as establishing access control, keeping software updated, training employees, and planning for […]