• Federal Market Insights [FMI]: DLA’s QPLs, QMLs, and QBLs AND DLA Warehouse Logistics – What They Are and How They Apply to Your Work With DLA

    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 at the end of the week. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

  • SAME Rock Island Post 2025 Commanders’ Briefing Webinar

    Join us on Thursday, August 14th from 0900-1230 CST for the Rock Island Post’s annual Upper Midwest USACE Districts Program Briefings. This an opportunity to hear directly from each District Commander about their current and upcoming program as well as construction and A/E opportunities. The webinar is available without charge. A recording and slides will be provided to […]

  • Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Record Retention – What’s Required, What Mandates It, Why It Is Important.

    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: End of the Federal Fiscal Year Spending: Are You Ready?

    Speakers: Marc Violante, Director, Federal Market Strategies – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – WI APEX Accelerator Mark Dennis, Government Contract Specialist – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – WI APEX Accelerator This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. View a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars.

  • DOT Blatnik Bridge Project Bonding Education Program

    The Bonding Education Program's mission is to increase small businesses' economic competitiveness. The program includes the following: Building an Effective Capability Statement Improving your credit and access to capital Bidding & Estimating Davis Bacon Payroll Requirements DBE Contract Compliance Bonding 101 PRIME Lead session: What do primes look for in a subcontractor? Class Schedule: Kickoff- […]

  • Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Do You Have Skeletons in the Closet? Could They Come Back to Life? Issues to Ponder. Reviewing Past Performance

    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 […]

  • Cyber Thursday: The Federal Cybersecurity Horizon: Zero Trust, FedRAMP, and Supply Chain Risk

    As federal cybersecurity strategy continues to evolve, understanding emerging priorities is essential for staying compliant and competitive. This webinar explores key federal initiatives - Zero Trust Architecture, FedRAMP, and Supply Chain Risk Management—and how they intersect with existing regulations like FAR 52.204-21 and NIST SP 800-171. Attendees will gain insight into the federal government’s long-term […]

  • Federal Market Insights [FMI]: What’s New With the FAR? The Revolutionary FAR Overhaul Has Begun. What You Need to Know About It.

    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 […]

  • Casting, Forging, and Machining: Insights from DoD Industry Experts

    Join the APEX Accelerators for an informative afternoon featuring industry experts from the Department of Defense’s Casting, Forging, and Machining programs and initiatives. This session offers a unique opportunity to gain in-depth knowledge directly from those shaping these critical areas of defense manufacturing. Attendees will hear from a panel of experts: Sheila Rayburn, Integrated Casting Order Network (ICON) program/Non-Ferrous […]

  • Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Cybersecurity Requirements for Non-DoD Vendors. The Big 15; What You Need to Know. Actions to Take.

    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 […]