Acquisition Hour: Changes, Delays and Disputes in Federal Construction Contracts

  The only thing constant is change - at least this may seem to be the case on some Federal construction contracts. Understanding the Contractor’s rights and responsibilities when changes and other issues arise can help immensely! This webinar will cover: Directed and Constructive Changes Excusable and Non-Excusable Delay Procedures for Resolving Disputes   Speakers: […]

Sales Opportunities with Dane County and UW–Madison

  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. Speakers will discuss: What & how they buy How they announce opportunities First Steps – registrations, certifications, other requirements Provisions for non-performance /Force […]

Cyber Friday: Securing the Supply Chain – “No man is an island”

  Supply Chains are vital to DOD being able to execute its mission. They are often complex, lengthy and involve numerous businesses. Understanding what they are, how they are used and what is important to their success can be key to maintaining and/or unlocking business opportunities at either a contract level or at a system […]

Marketplace 2020 – Virtual

Buyer Meetings – Marketplace registrants will have the opportunity to request meetings and discuss opportunities with Federal, State, Local, and Corporate Buyers. The two short videos linked below lay out best practices and next steps for you to prepare your business’s virtual presence for this unique opportunity. VKO - Capabilities Statements and General Virtual Presence […]

The Contracting Academy – Virtual

FULL AGENDA - CLICK HERE The Contracting Academy (TCA) is an opportunity for businesses to grow their technical knowledge of contracting with the State of Wisconsin, Federal Government and Government Prime contractors. The series of workshops will benefit established businesses looking to grow and develop their government sales. Sessions are being scheduled in conjunction with […]

Cyber Friday: Developing and implementing practices, policies and procedures using CMMC reference documents

Cybersecurity documentation will be key to succeeding under DOD's CMMC program. Not only will companies be required to attain various levels of Cybersecurity Maturity they must also have appropriate documentation such as Practices, Policies and Procedures. This webinar will review the requirements established by program guidance and will provides suggestions and examples for how to […]

Cyber Friday: The other side of CMMC

  There does not appear to be an easy or quick path to CMMC; any level. Undoubtedly, getting prepared will take time, resources and tremendous support from the top. Unfortunately, just amassing the tools is a small step in the process. Each company seeking certification will need to create a project plan, a timeline, assign […]

Acquisition Hour: beta.SAM.gov – An Update and Overview

  beta.SAM.gov has become the official U.S. government website for people who make, receive, and manage federal awards. It is the central HUB for the entire federal awards community–assistance, grants and procurement. General Services Administration (GSA) went public with the new site last August. Once integrated, 10 systems (including fbo.gov, fpds.gov, Wage Determination, CPARS, CFDA and others) will […]

Cyber Friday: Overview of CMMC Level 1

  FAR 52.204-21 is a current and active contract clause that addresses the protection of Federal Contract Information (FCI). This clause is also synonymous with CMMC Level 1, which also specifically addresses FCI. However, there are differences. One is that the 15 requirements of FAR 52.204-21 are listed as 17 requirements in CMMC L1 requirements. […]