BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Wisconsin Procurement Institute - ECPv6.15.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.wispro.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Wisconsin Procurement Institute REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20200308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20201101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20210314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20211107T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20220313T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20221106T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210512T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210512T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20210420T184706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210420T184706Z UID:10002518-1620820800-1620824400@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: The New Design in beta.SAM.gov DESCRIPTION:Be ready for the upcoming changes! \nThis presentation will walk you through the design changes released on April 26\, 2021. You will also have the opportunity to become familiar with the current capabilities of beta.SAM.gov in preparation for the next transition. On May 24\, 2021\, the SAM.gov functionalities will merge with the beta.SAM.gov environment\, at which time the two merged systems will be known only as SAM.gov. Both of these platforms are critical to all Federal contractors – be ready and be aware of how these changes may impact your business. \nSpeaker: Kim Garber\, Manager-Small Business Programs\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-the-new-design-in-beta-sam-gov/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210511T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210511T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20210330T210451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210330T210451Z UID:10002504-1620738000-1620745200@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Sales Opportunities in the Dane County and UW-Madison Government Markets – Webinar DESCRIPTION:Significant opportunities exist for small businesses to sell to State and Local governments. Please join us and learn about how to do business with Dane County and the University of Wisconsin-Madison. \nPresentations will be followed by the opportunity for limited one-on-one meetings with Buyers. Meetings between Buyers and Registrants will be coordinated by WPI the day prior to the event. Please indicate interest in meetings when registering for this event. WPI can help you prepare for these virtual meetings. For questions or help regarding meetings\, please e-mail Michael Steger at Michaels@wispro.org. \nSpeakers will discuss: \n\nWhat & how they buy\nHow they announce opportunities\nFirst Steps – registrations\, certifications\, other requirements\nProvisions for non-performance /Force Majeure\n\nPresenters: \n\nCarolyn Clow\, Lead Purchasing Officer\, County of Dane\nHartley Murray\, Assistant Director-Strategic Purchasing\, UW-Madison\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\nKim Garber\, Manager-Small Business Programs\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/sales-opportunities-in-the-dane-county-and-uw-madison-government-markets-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Logos-Combined.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210430T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210430T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20210121T015338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T015338Z UID:10002471-1619780400-1619784000@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Testing and Strengthening Your Cyber-Defenses Using Exercises DESCRIPTION:Having a plan is one thing\, trusting that it is adequate may be optimistic\, and waiting to see if it works against an attack is not acceptable. There are many alternatives from which a company can choose. Internal testing and using exercise scenarios is one option. This webinar will explore the use of scenario planning (using exercises) to review the strengths\, weaknesses\, overall readiness\, and completeness of cybersecurity plans as well as provide suggestions on how to identify and develop their own scenarios. \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  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-testing-and-strengthening-your-cyber-defenses-using-exercises/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210421T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210421T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20210202T011345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T011345Z UID:10002074-1619006400-1619010000@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Learning about the Surety Bond Guarantee from the U.S. SBA DESCRIPTION:Failure to provide required contract bonds can result in an offeror being excluded from competition or a contractor being terminated for default! \nRequired contract bonds often include Bid Bonds\, Performance Bonds\, and Payment Bonds. The Federal Government will require that offerors provide Bid Bonds for any contract that requires Performance and Payment Bonds. Performance and Payment Bonds are generally required for federal construction contracts that exceed $150\,000. In addition\, Payment Bonds may be needed for federal construction contracts between $35\,000 and $150\,000. \nUnfortunately\, small businesses sometimes have a difficult time qualifying for\, and obtaining\, such bonds in the standard marketplace. Join us in this webinar and learn about the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Surety Bond Guarantee Program and how the SBA can help you obtain the needed contract bonds at reasonable prices\, terms\, and conditions. \nSpeakers: \n\nTamara Murray\, Underwriting Marketing Specialist\, Small Business Administration (SBA)\, Office of Surety Guarantees\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-learning-about-the-surety-bond-guarantee-from-the-u-s-sba-3/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events,WPI Partner Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210420T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20210121T020203Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T020203Z UID:10002473-1618923600-1618927200@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Introduction to Certifications Available to Minority Owned Businesses DESCRIPTION:Minority owned business can receive advantage when selling to various Public and Private entities. In most cases\, a certification process must be completed to qualify. \nIt is important for business to understand the certification requirements and the potential benefits to their business prior to investing their time and resources in the certification process. \nThis presentation will provide an overview of these programs\, application process\, describe eligibility requirements as well as the benefits and obligations for certifications with: \n\nFederal Government agencies\nState Government agencies (including WisDOT and State of Wisconsin)\nLocal Government agencies (including Milwaukee City and County\, Dane County\, Madison (City)\, MMSD)\nCorporate (Large business)\n\nSpeakers: \n\nTondra Davis\, Director\, Supplier Diversity Program\, Wisconsin Department of Administration\, Division of Enterprise Operations\nMadalena Maestri\, DBE Program Chief\, Office of Business Opportunity & Equity Compliance Division of Transportation System Development\, WisDOT\nBenjamin Blanc\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Small Business Certification webinars. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-introduction-to-certifications-available-to-minority-owned-businesses-2/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210416T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210416T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20210121T014831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T014831Z UID:10002469-1618570800-1618574400@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Your Cyber Plan Cannot Be Static - Here's Why! DESCRIPTION:Every day brings both old and new cyber threats. Is that email legitimate? How about the link? – should I click it? Additionally\, there are new devices\, new settings\, and even new staff. Each and every change brings some probability of risk which in the worst case can shut down a company. This webinar will review why trusting last year’s\, last month’s or even last week’s cyber plan may be overly optimistic and will provide suggestions for staying abreast of changes and threats in this ever-evolving cyber-world. \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  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-your-cyber-plan-cannot-be-static-heres-why/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T143000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20201231T032419Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201231T032419Z UID:10002447-1618407000-1618410600@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:FAR Up Close - FAR Regulations for Procurement of Architect Engineer Services DESCRIPTION:The federal process for procurement of Architect Engineer (A/E) Services is unique and fully understanding this unique process is key to getting federal AE contracts. This webinar will provide a comprehensive\, up close analysis of the A/E procurement processes specified in FAR 36.6\, including both the normal AE procurement process and the Simplified Streamlined AE procurement process. In addition\, attendees will learn about the 6% statutory Fee limitation for A/E contracts\, the special FAR clauses used in A/E contracts\, and about how the federal government uses A/E IDIQ contracts. Whether you are an experienced federal A/E contractor or an AE firm that is new to federal contracts\, this presentation will provide valuable information and insights into federal AE contracting. \n  \nSpeaker: Helen Henningsen\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView the full 2021 FAR Up Close series schedule. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/far-up-close-far-regulations-for-procurement-of-architect-engineer-services/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FAR-UC-Logo-FINAL.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210414T093000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20210309T023234Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210309T023234Z UID:10002491-1618387200-1618392600@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Cybersecurity for Current and Prospective DOD Contractors DESCRIPTION:Companies currently conducting business with the Department of Defense\, and those which would like to have DOD as a customer\, need to know about and comply with DOD cybersecurity requirements. Companies must be aware both that there are requirements in place today and that there are pending changes to these requirements that will soon be the norm for primes\, subcontractors and suppliers. This webinar will provide an overview of the current requirements\, of reference documents and actions that businesses need to take\, and information required for businesses to satisfy these requirements. Additionally\, this session will review DOD’s Cyber Security Maturity Model (CMMC)\, the current timeline for implementation\, levels of certification\, applicability\, and essential actions that will be required and reviewed during certification. \n  \nPresenter: Marc Violante\, Director\, Federal Market Strategies\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \n  \nThis webinar is presented by Northeast Wisconsin Technical College\, Door County Economic Development Corporation\, and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cybersecurity-for-current-and-prospective-dod-contractors/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/DCEDC-NWTC-WPI-Logos.png ORGANIZER;CN="Steve Makovec":MAILTO:stevem@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210413T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210413T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20210114T235843Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210114T235843Z UID:10002461-1618318800-1618322400@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Veterans’ Small Business Certifications – Federal and State DESCRIPTION:Government contracting offers tremendous financial opportunities for Wisconsin’s veteran-owned small businesses\, but it can be difficult to compete in the marketplace. SBA and its local resource network help set veteran entrepreneurs up for success no matter where they are in their government contracting journey. \nWPI is hosting the SBA and the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program to present on federal and state certifications available for veterans and how these certifications can lead to new customers and new business. \nSpeakers: \n\nShane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration\nTondra Davis\, Director\, Supplier Diversity Program\, Wisconsin Department of Administration\, Division of Enterprise Operations\nMark Dennis\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Small Business Certification webinars. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-veterans-small-business-certifications-federal-and-state-2/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210407T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210407T143000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20201231T032219Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201231T032219Z UID:10002444-1617802200-1617805800@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:FAR Up Close - FAR Clauses in Federal Construction Services DESCRIPTION:The federal government spends billions of  dollars on construction each year. This webinar will explain\, in easy to understand terms\, the FAR regulations and clauses related to bonding and alternate payment protections\, the Davis Bacon Act\, the Changes clause\, the Suspension of Work Clause\, Differing Site Conditions\, Brand Name or Equal Specifications\, Certified Cost or Pricing data and Audits. Join us for an up close analysis of the FAR clauses related to these topics and gain a better understanding on the rights and responsibilities of both parties in a federal construction contracting. \n  \nSpeaker: Helen Henningsen\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView the full 2021 FAR Up Close series schedule. URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/far-up-close-far-clauses-in-federal-construction-services/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FAR-UC-Logo-FINAL.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210406T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210406T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20210115T020646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210115T020646Z UID:10002463-1617714000-1617717600@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Introduction to Certifications Available to Woman Owned Businesses DESCRIPTION:Woman-owned businesses can receive advantage when selling to various Public entities. In most cases\, a certification process must be completed to qualify. It is important for businesses to understand the certification requirements and the potential benefits to their business prior to investing their time and resources in the certification process. \nThis webinar will provide an overview of these programs\, application processes\, describe eligibility requirements as well as the benefits and obligations for certifications with: \n\nFederal Government agencies\nState Government agencies (including WisDOT and State of Wisconsin)\nLocal Government agencies (including Milwaukee City and County\, Dane County\, Madison (City)\, and MMSD).\n\nUPDATE: The U.S. SBA has ended self-certification of Woman Owned Small Businesses and\, as of October 15\, 2020\, self-certification is no longer an option. \nSpeakers: \n\nShane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration\nTondra Davis\, Director\, Supplier Diversity Program\, Wisconsin Department of Administration\, Division of Enterprise Operations\nKim Garber\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Small Business Certification webinars. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-introduction-to-certifications-available-to-woman-owned-businesses-2-2/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210406T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210406T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20210223T022809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210223T022809Z UID:10002087-1617706800-1617710400@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Intellectual Property for Government Contractors & Subcontractors & the STTR/SBIR Stakeholder DESCRIPTION:When doing business with the Federal Government\, you (the contractor) may encounter situations where the government is entitled to receive intellectual property rights. The scope of government rights in a contractor’s intellectual property depends primarily on the type of intellectual property at issue\, specifically\, whether the intellectual property is a patent or patentable intellectual property\, copyrighted material\, or rights in technical data or computer software. \nSmall businesses participating in the SBIR/STTR programs encounter those different types of IP and should have a good understanding of the rights to which the government may be entitled. For small businesses participating in the SBIR/STTR program it is important to understand Intellectual Property (IP) ‐ Patents\, Trade Secrets\, Trademarks\, and Copyrights. \nCompanies should not shy away from business opportunities with the government out of fear they will lose valuable intellectual property rights. However\, it is critical that a company seeking to do business with the government\, either as a prime or subcontractor\, understands its intellectual property rights. \nThis webinar will help you understand the many differences in property rights and help you ensure that you are only providing the government with what is strictly necessary. \nSpeakers: \n\nLaura Grebe\, Partner\, Husch Blackwell\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-intellectual-property-for-government-contractors-subcontractors-the-sttr-sbir-stakeholder/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210325T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210325T133000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20210225T013838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T013838Z UID:10002090-1616673600-1616679000@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Moving the Northwest Wisconsin Advantage Forward – Virtual DESCRIPTION:Please join us for a discussion on financial preparation\, current programs and resources as well as government contract opportunities for Northwestern Wisconsin businesses. \nMoving the Northwest Wisconsin Advantage Forward will be about making sure your business is financially fit BEFORE accepting additional funding or government contract and developing new market opportunities. \nWith lending changes and new lending programs due to COVID-19\, if you want to take advantage of recovery lending from a traditional or public revolving loan fund to complete your contract obligation\, you need to make sure your company is financially fit enough first. This session will cover pitfalls of taking a loan just because it seems the advantage is there\, and having it cost you in the long run. Also\, currently available government contracting opportunities will be highlighted – potentially a new and long term customer. \nSpeakers: \n\nShane Mahaffy\, U.S. SBA Wisconsin District\nTammie Clendenning\, U.S. SBA Wisconsin District\nDavid Wierzba\, Northwest WI Regional Economic Development Director\, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation\nKen Pearson\, Northwest Regional Planning Commission\nAnna Ringstad\, Indianhead Community Action Agency\nMark Dennis\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\nThis webinar is presented by the U.S. Small Business Administration\, Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation\, Northwest Regional Planning Commission\, Indianhead Community Action Agency\, and Wisconsin Procurement Institute. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/moving-the-northwest-wisconsin-advantage-forward/ CATEGORIES:Conference,Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Combined-Logos-SBA-Letters.png ORGANIZER;CN="Mark Dennis":MAILTO:markd@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210324T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210324T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20201230T015945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201230T015945Z UID:10002410-1616587200-1616590800@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Using the New FPDS and Desktop Tools to Analyze Federal Procurement Data DESCRIPTION:  \nIdentifying and accessing data related to federal procurement is for the most part a relatively easy task. Making sense of the data; seeing patterns and answering specific questions can be extremely challenging  without the use of commonly available software tools. This webinar will review tools such as Excel\, Excel Pivot Tables and Microsoft BI and how these tools can be used to gain insight\, understand patterns and in general turn data into a viable and usable strategic resource. \n  \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-using-the-new-fpds-and-desktop-tools-to-analyze-federal-procurement-data/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210323T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210323T193000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20201218T214732Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T214732Z UID:10002393-1616522400-1616527800@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:8th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter - FAR Evening Study Group - Session 8\, FAR Parts 42-53 DESCRIPTION:This will be the 8th 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://www.ncmahq.org/certification/certified-federal-contract-manager-(cfcm) \n  \nThis session will be presented by Jason Rathsack\, Group Lead\, Business Operations\, Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA). \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nView the full 2021 FAR Evening Study Group schedule. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-far-evening-study-session-8/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ncmawpi-stacked-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210323T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210323T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20210113T023922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T023922Z UID:10002061-1616504400-1616508000@www.wispro.org 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. \nWhile 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 that include 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\n\nSpeakers: \n\nShane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\nBenjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Small Business Certification webinars. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/the-sba-8a-certification-program-and-small-disadvantaged-businesses-sdb/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210319T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210319T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20210121T014211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T014211Z UID:10002467-1616151600-1616155200@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Managing Vendor Risk DESCRIPTION:Companies are responsible for their suppliers’ and subcontractors’ quality\, price and delivery. In addition\, they must ensure that a recipient of specified contract information is both eligible to receive that information and can provide adequate cyber security while they use or are in possession of the information. This webinar will provide an overview of the most common programs\, program requirements\, and discussion points for both new and current supply chain members. \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  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-managing-vendor-risk/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210317T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210317T143000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20201231T032000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201231T032000Z UID:10002434-1615987800-1615991400@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:FAR Up Close - FAR Regulations and Clauses in Federal Service Contracts DESCRIPTION:This is your chance to learn about some relatively unique aspects of selling services to the federal government! This webinar will cover the FAR regulations and clauses related to The Service Contract Act\, extensions of service contracts\, performance based service contracts\, personal services contracts and consulting contracts. This webinar will provide an up close analysis of the FAR regulations and clauses related to these topics and attendees will come away with a deeper understanding of the requirements in federal service contracts. \n  \nSpeaker: Helen Henningsen\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView the full 2021 FAR Up Close series schedule. URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/far-up-close-far-regulations-and-clauses-in-federal-service-contracts/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FAR-UC-Logo-FINAL.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210317T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210317T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20201230T012847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201230T012847Z UID:10002407-1615982400-1615986000@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Responding to Sources Sought Request and Preparing Your Capabilities Statement DESCRIPTION:  \nA Sources Sought notice is a market research tool that Contracting Officers use to determine the availability of specific capabilities in the marketplace.  Sources Sought are also used to determine if there are enough qualified small businesses able to perform to potentially set aside the specific requirement.  These Sources Sought are posted in beta.SAM.gov and provide businesses a significant opportunity to present their qualifications and capabilities to support a specific requirement. \nAlong with Sources Sought\, this session will discuss developing a targeted Capabilities Statement to address specific needs in the government. \nWell prepared responses to a Sources Sought or development of a focused Capabilities Statement are critical to successful review by the Government agency – especially in our current dynamic contracting environment. \nThis webinar will cover: \n\nWhat are Sources Sought Notices (SSNs) and Requests for Information ((RFIs)\nLocating SSNs and RFIs\nPreparing a focused response to SSNs and RFIs\nHow to develop a targeted and effective Capability Statement\n\nSpeakers: \n\nHelen Henningsen\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\nMark Dennis\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-responding-to-sources-sought-request-and-capabilities-statements-3/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210316T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210316T193000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20201218T215036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T215036Z UID:10002395-1615917600-1615923000@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:8th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter - FAR Evening Study Group - Session 7\, FAR Parts 34-41 DESCRIPTION:This will be the 8th 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://www.ncmahq.org/certification/certified-federal-contract-manager-(cfcm) \n  \nThis session will be presented by Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Naval Power Systems\, Inc. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nView the full 2021 FAR Evening Study Group schedule. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-far-evening-study-session-7/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ncmawpi-stacked-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210316T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210316T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20210113T014838Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T014838Z UID:10002060-1615896000-1615899600@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: The HUBZone Program – Certification Benefits and Requirements DESCRIPTION:The Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) program helps 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. \nThe 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. \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\nSpeakers: \n\nShane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\nMark Dennis\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\n\n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Small Business Certification webinars. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-the-hubzone-program-certification-benefits-and-regulations-3/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210310T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210310T143000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20201231T031804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201231T031804Z UID:10002414-1615383000-1615386600@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:FAR Up Close - FAR and DFARS Regulations and Clauses in Manufacturing Contracts DESCRIPTION:As a manufacturer bidding or performing on Federal contracts or subcontracts\, it is critical that you know\, understand and can be compliant with your contract’s Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) clauses.  This session will focus on the requirements from these two documents most often included in contracts for manufactured products. \nSpeaker: Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Naval Power Systems\, Inc. \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView the full 2021 FAR Up Close series schedule. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/far-up-close-far-regulations-and-clauses-in-manufacturing-contracts/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FAR-UC-Logo-FINAL.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210310T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210310T130000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20201230T014001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201230T014001Z UID:10002409-1615377600-1615381200@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Using Data to Develop Your Federal Business Strategic Plan DESCRIPTION:  \nStrategic plans require information and data. Data helps to identify and qualify customers\, their needs and how they buy. This webinar will discuss a variety of data sources and how to select and use data elements accessible in the primary data source to answer these and other important questions. \n  \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-using-data-to-develop-your-federal-business-strategic-plan/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210309T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210309T193000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20201218T215150Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T215150Z UID:10002397-1615312800-1615318200@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:8th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter - FAR Evening Study Group - Session 6\, FAR Parts 30-33 DESCRIPTION:This will be the 8th 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://www.ncmahq.org/certification/certified-federal-contract-manager-(cfcm) \n  \nThis session will be presented by Jason Rathsack\, Group Lead\, Business Operations\, Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA). \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nView the full 2021 FAR Evening Study Group schedule. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-far-evening-study-session-6/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ncmawpi-stacked-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210305T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210305T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20200724T202540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200724T202540Z UID:10002314-1614942000-1614945600@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: CMMC Level 3 - Completing the steps needed to protect Controlled Unclassified Information. DESCRIPTION:  \nAchieving a CMMC certification is both an end and a starting point. Certification is the end of a long involved process that focuses on practices and procedures. The certification indicates that the foundational elements that are required are in place. However\, certification is also a beginning as now a company is eligible to be awarded a contract\, receive\, handle and most importantly protect Controlled Unclassified Information. This is not only the most difficult task\, it is the most important. This webinar will explore the issues related to making these transitions\, what makes them difficult to achieve and possible strategies that may support these efforts. \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. URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-cmmc-level-3-completing-the-steps-needed-to-protect-controlled-unclassified-information/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210303T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210303T143000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20201231T031424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201231T031424Z UID:10002413-1614778200-1614781800@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:FAR Up Close - FAR Regulations and Clauses for Commercial Items DESCRIPTION:If you sell goods\, supplies\, equipment\, or even non-construction services in the private sector\, then chances are that the Federal government also buys what you sell using Commercial Item procurement procedures. This webinar will explain the regulations\, provisions\, and clauses related to procurement of Commercial Items and  Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) Items.  It will provide an up close analysis of the FAR provisions on submitting an offer and on government evaluation of offers and will explain the FAR clauses that detail the applicable terms and conditions. Join us for this webinar and expand your knowledge about the federal government’s procurement of Commercial Items. \n  \nSpeaker: Helen Henningsen\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView the full 2021 FAR Up Close series schedule. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/far-up-close-far-regulations-and-clauses-for-commercial-items/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FAR-UC-Logo-FINAL.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210302T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210302T193000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20201218T215309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T215309Z UID:10002399-1614708000-1614713400@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:8th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter - FAR Evening Study Group - Session 5\, FAR Parts 19-29 DESCRIPTION:This will be the 8th 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://www.ncmahq.org/certification/certified-federal-contract-manager-(cfcm) \n  \nThis session will be presented by Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Naval Power Systems\, Inc. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nView the full 2021 FAR Evening Study Group schedule. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-far-evening-study-session-5/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ncmawpi-stacked-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210223T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210223T193000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20201218T215430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T215430Z UID:10002401-1614103200-1614108600@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:8th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter - FAR Evening Study Group - Session 4\, FAR Parts 13-18 DESCRIPTION:This will be the 8th 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://www.ncmahq.org/certification/certified-federal-contract-manager-(cfcm) \n  \nThis session will be presented by Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Naval Power Systems\, Inc. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nView the full 2021 FAR Evening Study Group schedule. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-far-evening-study-session-4/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ncmawpi-stacked-1.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210223T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210223T140000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20201111T032047Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201111T032047Z UID:10002370-1614085200-1614088800@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Update on Federal Wage-Hour Laws DESCRIPTION:  \nThis session will provide attendees with an update on federal wage-hour laws to help employers maintain compliance with Davis-Bacon and Related Acts\, Service Contract Act and Fair Labor Standards Act provisions. \nMr. Walton will offer guidance on a wide range of topics including prevailing wages\, completing certified payrolls forms\, the correct payment of overtime and the tests used to determine if an employee should be classified as exempt. \n  \nSpeaker: Corey Walton\, Community Outreach and Resource Planning Specialist – U.S. Department of Labor/Wage & Hour Division \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-update-on-federal-wage-hour-laws/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210219T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210219T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T192809 CREATED:20200724T202353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200724T202353Z UID:10002312-1613732400-1613736000@www.wispro.org SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Preparing for a CMMC Certification assessment DESCRIPTION:  \nAs the CMMC program evolves and matures\, there will certainly be more information available that specifically addresses this topic. Even though there is currently no formal guidance\, there is considerable information that can be gleaned from the program goals\, requirements and resources. Given program guidance\, it is obvious that the assessment will look beyond documents\, policies and various logs. These records will be very important\, but it is also important to recognize that the company in its entirety will be under review as well. This webinar will explore the general nature of formal assessments to help provide context to better understand the process which will assist in making appropriate preparations. \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  URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-preparing-for-a-cmmc-certification-assessment/ CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR