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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210209T180000
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SUMMARY:8th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter - FAR Evening Study Group - Session 2\, FAR Parts 1-4
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-2/
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:20210210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20201230T013521Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201230T013521Z
UID:10002408-1612958400-1612962000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Understanding Trends and Evolving Areas of Emphasis in the Federal Marketplace
DESCRIPTION:Budgeted monies need to be spent and strategic plans require action. Future looking companies will want to explore information available in budget\, strategic plans and a variety of other resources to understand their customers and position themselves to take advantage of any resulting opportunities. This webinar will review several of these resources and discuss how the available information can be incorporated into a company’s federal market strategy. \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-understanding-trends-and-evolving-areas-of-emphasis-in-the-federal-marketplace-using-forecasts-strategic-plans-budgets-and-other-information/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T133000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20210209T000757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210209T000757Z
UID:10002082-1612958400-1612963800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Engage2Connect: Opportunity | Skills | Experience - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Full Event Page \nAs we embark on a new year\, and new administration\, join us for a panel discussion\, in our 3rd listening lab\, “Engage2Connect.” \nPanelists include: \n\nMr. Sam Le\, from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) who will share new legislation updates\,\nMr. Cameron Hernandez\, from the Administration for Children & Families (ACF) presenting contracting and grant opportunities\, and\nTommy Marks of the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA)\, who will discuss customized business development and industry-focused services to provide greater access to capital\, contracts and markets for small businesses.\n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/engage2connect-opportunity-skills-experience-virtual/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="U.S. Department of Health and Human Services":MAILTO:HHSA2S@strategixmanagement.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T133000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20201214T223807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201214T223807Z
UID:10002030-1612960200-1612963800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Doing Business with DLA - Webinar - With a Special Emphasis on the 8(a) SDB Program
DESCRIPTION:The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Office of Small Business Programs offers monthly webinars to educate small businesses and others about DLA’s mission and opportunities to participate in our various supply chains. \nFebruary is Black History month. During this session we will have a special emphasis and focus for 8(a)/SDBs. This session is open to all not just 8(a) SDBs. \nTo register for this event go to https://tko.dla.mil select “HQ DLA Small Business Programs” fill out the registration form and additional information will be provided to you.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/doing-business-with-dla-webinar-10/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="DLA HQ Office of Small Business Programs":MAILTO:DLAHQSmallBusiness@DLA.mil
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210210T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20201231T030514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201231T030514Z
UID:10002411-1612963800-1612967400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:FAR Up Close - Overview of the FAR
DESCRIPTION:If you are currently or are planning to be a contractor or subcontractor to the Federal government\, it is important to know and understand the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). The FAR is the principal set of rules governing the acquisition process and critical to your success as a contractor. \nWhat you will learn: \n\nHow the FAR is structured\nLocate and search for FAR clauses\nUnderstanding how to determine what clauses apply to your solicitation / contract\nA BASIC understanding of the FAR\n\n  \nSpeaker: Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Naval Power Systems\, Inc. \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-overview-of-the-far/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210216
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210217
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20210112T030118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210112T030118Z
UID:10002058-1613433600-1613519999@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:2nd Quarter FY2021 Office of Construction and Facilities Management Virtual 1 on 1 Meetings
DESCRIPTION:In response to the Veteran-Owned Small Business and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business community request to have business networking dialogue with a senior leader in the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Acquisition\, Logistics\, and Construction (OALC)\, the Department made available a series of quarterly events. \nThe 2nd Quarter FY 2021 event will be hosted by Ms. Janice Speth\, Acting\, Associate Executive Director\, Office of Facilities Acquisition\, Office of Construction and Facilities Management for the Department of Veterans Affairs. \nThe event is intended for firms operating under the following North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes: \n236220 – General Construction \n237990 – Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction \n541310 – Architectural \n541330 – Engineering \n541360 – Seismic Geophysical Surveying Services \nThe cost is free to attend. Space is limited; only 13 sessions are available. \nOne representative per firm will be permitted to participate.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2nd-quarter-fy2021-office-of-construction-and-facilities-management-virtual-1-on-1-meetings/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210216T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210216T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20201218T032751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T032751Z
UID:10002040-1613480400-1613484000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:TKO DIBBS Solicitations - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The TKO seminar is a session that teaches vendors how to START doing business with Defense Logistics Agency. 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 Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to get paid. There will also be many other relevant topics of discussion. This course is designed for dealers\, distributors\, and manufacturers\, but NOT a company that provides services. \nTo register for this event go to https://tko.dla.mil\, select “DLA Land and Maritime\,” fill out the registration form\, and additional information will be provided to you.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/tko-dibbs-solicitations-webinar/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="DLA Land and Maritime":MAILTO:dla.land.and.maritime.tko.and.webinar.registration@dla.mil
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210216T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20201218T215536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T215536Z
UID:10002403-1613498400-1613503800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:8th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter - FAR Evening Study Group - Session 3\, FAR Parts 5-12
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-3/
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210217T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210217T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20201111T033852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201111T033852Z
UID:10002375-1613563200-1613566800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Market Research - Successful Contractors Do Their Homework
DESCRIPTION:  \nSuccessful contractors do their homework – or their market research. They determine who is buying\, how they are buying\, when they will be buying\, how much they have procured in the past\, what they are currently buying and what they will be buying in the future. They also know who are the current contract holders and who are their competitors. \nThis workshop will teach you how to do your own government contracting market research using on-line various tools that are available to you at no cost. \nWho should attend: Any business determining if the government market is a good fit for their business\, or businesses that want to learn how to better focus their government market efforts. \n  \nPresented by:  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-usaspending-subnet-dsbs-and-sam-for-market-research/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210217T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210217T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20201231T031148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201231T031148Z
UID:10002412-1613568600-1613572200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:FAR Up Close - FAR Regulations and Clauses on Subcontracting
DESCRIPTION:The government’s requirements for subcontracting can seem complex and even tedious. Let WPI help simplify this for you! This webinar will provide an up close  analysis of the FAR requirements on Subcontracting Plans required from large businesses\, Subcontracting limitations imposed on small businesses\, and clauses that are required to be “flowed down” into subcontracts. Please join us and gain a better understanding of what the federal government requires with regard to subcontracting. \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-on-subcontracting/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210219T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
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
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210223T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210223T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210223T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210223T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20210223T030417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210223T030417Z
UID:10002089-1614085200-1614088800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:TKO DIBBS Solicitations
DESCRIPTION:The TKO seminar is a session that teaches vendors how to START doing business with Defense Logistics Agency. 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 Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to get paid. There will also be many other relevant topics of discussion. This course is designed for dealers\, distributors\, and manufacturers\, but NOT a company that provides services. \nTo register for this event go to https://tko.dla.mil\, select “DLA Land and Maritime\,” fill out the registration form\, and additional information will be provided to you.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/tko-dibbs-solicitations/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="DLA Land and Maritime":MAILTO:dla.land.and.maritime.tko.and.webinar.registration@dla.mil
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210223T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210224
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210226
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20210202T234318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T234318Z
UID:10002078-1614124800-1614297599@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:35th Annual DBE Workshop & Secretary's Golden Shovel Awards
DESCRIPTION:The Annual DBE Workshop and Secretary’s Golden Shovel Awards is Wisconsin’s premier conference for small\, minority\, and women-owned businesses in the transportation construction industry. WisDOT partnered with the National Association of Minority Contractors-Wisconsin (NAMC-WI) Chapter to help DBE firms navigate the bends and turns in accessing federally funded road construction projects and open doors to opportunities to public-private funding partnerships that construct major building and community developments throughout Wisconsin. \nThe virtual conference is open to all businesses; small and large\, prime/general contractors\, architect-engineers\, subcontractors\, minority-owned businesses\, women-owned businesses\, construction industry suppliers/vendors\, local\, state and federal procurement specialists\, and small business advocates. In collaboration with NAMC-WI Chapter\, WisDOT Office of Business Opportunity and Equity Compliance (OBOEC) will bring together industry experts\, resources and highlighted opportunities necessary for you to become competitive and profitable in Wisconsin’ construction industry in the years to come. \nOn Wednesday\, February 24\, 2021 NAMC -Wisconsin Chapter will honor industry professionals and community leaders with their Golden Champion Award for Leadership in Minority Business Development in Wisconsin Construction Industry. \nOn Thursday\, February 25\, 2021 WisDOT Secretary Craig Thompson will recognize the winners of the 2021 Golden Shovel Award who have demonstrated their commitment to the WisDOT DBE program\, the utilization of DBEs on WisDOT projects and maintaining a diverse workforce year after year. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/35th-annual-dbe-workshop-secretarys-golden-shovel-awards/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210224T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20210213T000901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210213T000901Z
UID:10002084-1614157200-1614168000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:ED OSDBU Simplified Acquisition Threshold (SAT) Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Please join the U.S. Department of Education for a virtual meeting to provide the business community with information regarding the Department of Education’s Simplified Acquisition Threshold purchases under 250K. Provide knowledge sharing on how to engage with the program office designated points of contact. \n– Wednesday February 24\, 2021 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM CST (please note start time and time zone). \n– You must RSVP to join the webinar. \n– Upon successful registration\, you will receive an email containing a personalized access link. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ed-osdbu-simplified-acquisition-threshold-sat-virtual-conference/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210225
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210226
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20210202T042715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210202T042715Z
UID:10002076-1614211200-1614297599@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Manufacturing Matters! 2021 Virtual Conference
DESCRIPTION:Plans that manufacturers made heading into 2020 were greatly disrupted as they faced extraordinary challenges that required them to quickly adapt to an unstable and rapidly changing business environment. After an initial period of uncertainty\, manufacturers refocused their priorities on what was most important and got back to work. \n“Adapt & Advance” is the theme of Manufacturing Matters! 2021\, and this year’s conference will share insights into how organizations and individuals can overcome challenges and turn disruptions into opportunities for growth. The manufacturing landscape remains dynamic\, and the new economy favors those who position themselves to succeed regardless of market forces and disruptions. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/manufacturing-matters-2021-virtual-conference/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Tammy Schwarzbauer%2C WMEP":MAILTO:schwarzbauer@wmep.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210225T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20210206T043729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210206T043729Z
UID:10002080-1614254400-1614258000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:February 2021 ALT Industry Day Session
DESCRIPTION:Full Event Details Page \nProgram Executive Office- Intelligence\, Electronic Warfare & Sensors (PEO IEW&S) is excited to invite our industry partners to participate in our ALT Industry Day forum on Feb 25 at 1:00 p.m. Our PMs\, along with our Army Contracting Command (ACC) counterparts\, will again be on hand to share new opportunities as well as provide updates on those briefed during our past events. \nTopics for Feb 2021 ALT Industry Day Session: \n\nContract Opportunities Overview\, to include major milestone dates on the critical path to contract award.\nSpecial Topic Discussion on Open System Architecture.\nQ&A between industry and the PEO/PMs and ACC.\n\nThose interested in participating will need to register at https://peoiews-events.com/alt/ by Feb 24\, 2021 to receive access to the event link. \nThis is the only site that will contain read-ahead materials for Industry review prior to each session as well as previous Q&As. For questions please contact: usarmy.APG.peo-iews.mbx.information@mail.mil. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/february-2021-alt-industry-day-session/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210302T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210302T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210303T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210303T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20201231T031424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201231T031424Z
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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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210304T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210304T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20210125T231027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210125T231027Z
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SUMMARY:Breaking the Barrier with Integrity Grading & Excavating - Rothschild\, WI
DESCRIPTION:Integrity Grading & Excavating\, Inc. cordially invites you to attend “Breaking the Barrier.” \nView the Event Flyer \nThis FREE seminar is open to anyone interested in learning more about Wisconsin’s DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) program. \nFeatured Speakers include: \n\nMadalena Maestri – WisDOT DBE Program Chief\nClyess Peterson – WisDOT Project Manager Tribal Affairs\nChris Steinagle – J. Ryan Bonding Company\nCraig Clement – ProElectric (DBE)\nGuest Panel for Q&A\n\nDiscover the advantages of being a DBE in Wisconsin. \nLearn more about bidding and bonding for projects. \nGather creative resources for finding qualified employees. \nNetwork with DBE’s\, DOT Professionals and Contractors. \nThere is NO COST to attend this seminar. \nPlease RSVP to Kerry Miller at: \n\n(715) 359-4042\, OR\nkerry.miller@integrityge.com\n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/breaking-the-barrier/
LOCATION:Holiday Inn & Suites\, 100 Imperial Drive\, Rothschild\, WI\, 54474\, United States
CATEGORIES:In State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kerry Miller":MAILTO:kerry.miller@integrityge.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210304T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210304T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20210305T075631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210305T075631Z
UID:10002490-1614859200-1614862800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Department of the Navy Office of Small Business Programs Webinar Series –  DHS
DESCRIPTION:Ms. Darlene Bullock\, Executive Director\, DHS Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) will join us to discuss procurement programs\, FY21 opportunities and procedures for small businesses. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/department-of-the-navy-office-of-small-business-programs-webinar-series-dhs/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210305T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210305T120000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20200724T202540Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200724T202540Z
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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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210309T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210309T140000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20201218T033136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T033136Z
UID:10002042-1615294800-1615298400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:TKO DIBBS Quoting - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The TKO seminar is a session that teaches vendors how to START doing business with Defense Logistics Agency. 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 Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to get paid. There will also be many other relevant topics of discussion. This course is designed for dealers\, distributors\, and manufacturers\, but NOT a company that provides services. \nTo register for this event go to https://tko.dla.mil\, select “DLA Land and Maritime\,” fill out the registration form\, and additional information will be provided to you.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/tko-dibbs-quoting-webinar/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="DLA Land and Maritime":MAILTO:dla.land.and.maritime.tko.and.webinar.registration@dla.mil
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210309T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210309T193000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210310T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210310T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210310T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210310T133000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20210113T215901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210113T215901Z
UID:10002062-1615379400-1615383000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Doing Business with DLA - Webinar - With a Special Emphasis on Women-Owned Small Businesses
DESCRIPTION:The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Office of Small Business Programs offers monthly webinars to educate small businesses and others about DLA’s mission and opportunities to participate in our various supply chains. \nMarch is Women’s History Month.  We will have special emphasis on WOSB businesses during this session. This session is open to all not just WOSBs. \nTo register for this event go to https://tko.dla.mil select “HQ DLA Small Business Programs” fill out the registration form and additional information will be provided to you. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/doing-business-with-dla-webinar-with-a-special-emphasis-on-women-owned-small-businesses/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="DLA HQ Office of Small Business Programs":MAILTO:DLAHQSmallBusiness@DLA.mil
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210310T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210310T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
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
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210311T130000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20210305T075101Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210305T075101Z
UID:10002488-1615464000-1615467600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Department of the Navy Office of Small Business Programs Webinar Series - USAID
DESCRIPTION:Join Ms. Teneshia Alston\, Small Business Goaling Program Manager\, USAID Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) for an overview of the USAID mission\, small business objectives\, programs\, initiatives and contracting opportunities.​ \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/department-of-the-navy-office-of-small-business-programs-webinar-series-usaid/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210316T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210316T143000
DTSTAMP:20260410T093943
CREATED:20201218T031512Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T031512Z
UID:10002035-1615878000-1615905000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training\, Knowledge\, and Opportunities (TKO) Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The TKO seminar is a session that teaches vendors how to START doing business with Defense Logistics Agency. 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 Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to get paid. There will also be many other relevant topics of discussion. This course is designed for dealers\, distributors\, and manufacturers\, but NOT a company that provides services. \nTo register for this event go to https://tko.dla.mil select “DLA Land and Maritime” fill out the registration form and additional information will be provided to you.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/virtual-training-knowledge-and-opportunities-tko-seminar/
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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