Wisconsin Procurement Institute

Acquisition Hour: The Federal Spend to the End
2021-08-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | MD
July 1st marks the start of the Federal Government’s buying season as they Spend to the End of the Fiscal year. Now is the time to learn about this unique time of year, explore the market and start your preparations. Federal procurement will likely continue to be vibrant and will offer opportunities for those who are prepared and who are ready to respond to opportunities and perform when selected. Be prepared. Don’t be left behind as the Federal Government ramps up to Spend to the End of the fiscal year – September 30th.
Speaker: Marc Violante, Wisconsin Procurement Institute

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
View a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars.

August 2021 HHS Vendor Outreach Session (VOS) - Teleconference
2021-08-10 08:00 - 15:00 | MD
August 2021 Teleconference Vendor Outreach Session
Registration will open Monday, July 26, 2021 at 7:00AM
In light of the current COVID-19 Health advisory alert, the Vendor Outreach Session(VOS) will continue as a Teleconference VOS until further notice. You will receive an order confirmation containing the phone number you should call at the time of your meeting. It is your responsibility to call.
Prior to attending the Vendor Outreach Session, please be sure your company is registered in our Small Business Customer Experience (SBCX) system.
You can register at: osdbu.hhs.gov.

NDIA Michigan 13th Annual GVSETS
2021-08-10 - 2021-08-12 | MD
This year’s Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering and Technology Symposium, hosted by the Michigan chapter of NDIA, will be August 10-12th, 2021 in Novi, Michigan. Engage and network with Ground System Defense Executives, Leaders, Program Managers, Engineers, and other key decision-makers to learn about the latest technology transitions, initiatives, programs and plans in the ground systems domain for both manned and unmanned systems.
Registration is available by clicking here. An early bird discount is available to those who register before June 30th.

Suspension and Debarment: What Small Businesses Should Know
2021-08-05 13:00 - 14:00 | MD
The U.S. general Services Administration will be presenting a free webinar to discuss suspension and debarment in federal contracting on Wednesday, August 5 at 1:00 PM CT. The webinar will explore the impact suspension or debarment can have on small businesses, and proactive steps your business can take to avoid such mishaps in your organization.
To register, please click here.

Summer Cyber Reboot: NIST's Cybersecurity Framework and the FAR/DFARS
2021-08-05 11:00 - 12:00 | MD
WPI’s Cyber Friday webinar series is shifting temporarily to Thursdays for the summer months.
Investigate NIST’s Cybersecurity Framework and how it applies to FAR & DFARS requirements
Take the information that you learned in our Fundamentals session, dig deeper into the framework and see how you can apply these concepts to your business and protecting both company and customer information. The framework is designed to be robust and applicable to all companies and can be beneficial in providing a proven process to use when tackling both old and evolving cyber-issues. This webinar will explore how this model can be beneficial in complying not only with current cyber requirements but also in preparing for requirements related to CMMC.
Speaker: Marc Violante, Wisconsin Procurement Institute

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
View a schedule of all upcoming Cyber Friday webinars.

Wisconsin Center Expansion Information Session
2021-08-04 15:00 - 16:00, 2021-07-27 15:00 - 16:00 | MD
CAA ICON and Gilbane | Smith are hosting two Virtual Information Sessions, on July 27 and August 4 for the Wisconsin Center Expansion Project. During the briefings, businesses will learn about the project and the procurement process, as well as economic inclusion commitments and early sitework packages. Both sessions will include the same content so attendees only need to register for either the July 27 or August 4 event.

Click HERE to register for the July 27th, 3:00 PM event.
Click HERE to register for the August 4th, 3:00 PM event.
Click HERE to download an informational flyer for the event.

To contact the organizer with any questions, please use the “Contact” button on the bottom of the Event Brite webpage.

Sea-Air-Space 2021 Conference and Expo
2021-08-02 - 2021-08-04 | Gaylord National Hotel & Convention Center, 201 Waterfront St., National Harbor, MD, 20745, United States
The Navy League of the United States will be hosting the Sea-Air-Space Conference and Exposition on August 2-4, 2021 at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, Maryland. This multi-day event will be held in-person.
To register for the event, please click here.
For a full schedule of the day’s programing, please click here.

Summer Cyber Reboot: Fundamentals of Cyber Security for Federal Contractors
2021-07-29 11:00 - 12:00 | MD
WPI’s Cyber Friday webinar series is shifting temporarily to Thursdays for the summer months.
Learn about the Fundamentals of Cyber Security for Federal Contractors
Gain an understanding of the all-important fundamentals of cyber-security that are necessary for federal contractors to understand, implement and actively utilize. Create the foundation to better understand DFARS 252.204-7012 and FAR 52.204-21. This webinar will review how to identify and manage risk, apply a five step framework to help safeguard your information and what it means to “work safely and securely.”
Speaker: Marc Violante, Wisconsin Procurement Institute

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
View a schedule of all upcoming Cyber Friday webinars.

SAME Facilities Management (FM) Workshop - Virtual
2021-07-26 - 2021-07-30 | MD
Virtual FM Workshop is your opportunity to connect with the federal Facilities Management and Public Works Communities, as well as members and organizations nationally across government, defense, industry, and academia. You will engage with high-level decision-makers and thought leaders from across the service branches and federal agencies; access tools, techniques protocols, best practices, and analysis needed to make important decisions.

Click Event Details in the grey box above to learn more.

NCMA World Congress 2021
2021-07-25 - 2021-07-28 | MD
MAKE 2021 YOUR YEAR!
JOIN NCMA AND THE VERY BEST OF CONTRACT MANAGEMENT IN DENVER!
Join us next year, July 25-28, 2021 for World Congress in Denver, Colorado. Start your registration by clicking here.

15th Annual Wisconsin Government Opportunities Business Conference (GOBC) - Day 1 - Virtual
2021-07-22 08:00 - 16:00 | MD
Registration now OPEN – July 22, 2021
Day 1 of the 15th Annual Government Opportunities Business Conference (GOBC) is scheduled as a full-day virtual event. Stay connected at wigobc.org for updates including the full day’s agenda and confirmed speakers. CLICK HERE for the full conference site and registration to Day 1. To download a copy of the day’s agenda, please CLICK HERE.

This year’s speakers include:

William Hughes, Partner, Husch Blackwell – Milwaukee Office
Julia Banegas, Associate, Husch Blackwell – Washington D.C. Office
Sam Rikkers, Deputy Secretary and Chief Operating Officer, WEDC
Eric Ness, Wisconsin District Director, SBA
Nancy VanderMeer and Tony Kurtz, Wisconsin Assemblypersons
Major Eric Dunford, United States Air Force – Volk Field ANG
Col. Michael D. Poss, Garrison Commander – Fort McCoy
John Frederick, The Boeing Company, Director, State and Local Government Relations
Brad Bruce, The Boeing Company, Manager, Global Supplier Diversity
Varick Williams, The Boeing Company, Senior Team Lead, Global Supplier Diversity
Jason Rathsack, Group Lead, Business Operations, Defense Contract Management Agency
Megan McKinney, Business Development, Beacon Interactive Systems
Ron Hagemann, Chief Executive Officer, New Composite Partners
Dele Ojelabi, Founder and President, Comcentia
Norma Alberts, Small Business Liaison Officer and Plan Administrator, Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Co LLC

Watch for further updates on Day 2 – October 21, 2021
Day 2 of the 15th Annual Government Opportunities Business Conference (GOBC) will be a full-day traditional in-person event. Join us in-person at the Volk Field Air National Guard Base in Camp Douglas, WI in October.

Our Partners and Sponsors

Fort McCoy
Volk Field
Juneau County Economic Development Corporation
Bentley World Packaging
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
AICCW-FACC
Calumet County Economic Development
Door County Economic Development Corporation
Envision Greater Fond du Lac
Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation
Grow North Regional Economic Development Corporation
Indianhead Community Action Agency, Inc.
Leonard Wood Institute – Session Sponsor
National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Wisconsin Chapter
National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Great Lakes Chapter
Nicolet College
Northwest Regional Planning Commission (NWRPC)
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Progress Lakeshore
Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Lake Michigan Post
UW-Stout Manufacturing Outreach Center (MOC)
Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
Western Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council
Wisconsin Procurement Institute

To download a copy of the day’s agenda, please CLICK HERE.

HUBZone Matchmaking Web Event
2021-07-21 13:00 - 14:00 | MD
The U.S. General Services Administration, Great Lakes Region, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization(OSDBU) is hosting a virtual event on Wednesday, July 21, 2021 from 1:00 – 3:30 p.m. CST. Joining the event will be the Turner-Whiting Contracting Company, who will share best practices, strategies and tips on how to be successful in the federal marketplace. Time will be allotted for Q & A’s.
Registration is not needed. To access the event, follow this link: https://meet.google.com/vvb-kmgp-rnk
You may join up to 10 minutes before the event.

Acquisition Hour: Government Property Management for Federal Contractors and Subcontractors
2021-07-21 12:00 - 13:00 | MD
The Federal government supplies billions of dollars worth of Government-furnished property (GFP) to contractors for use in performing contracts. As a contractor for the Federal Government or a subcontractor to a prime contractor, you may receive government property. Managing this property is a contractual obligation.
There are costs associated with government property management that must be considered by a prime or a subcontractor. An unfavorable assessment of a contractor’s Property Management System may result in financial penalties.
This webinar will cover:

Government Property clauses
How to apply the clauses
What tools/ processes must be in place before you are able to receive government property

Speaker: Benjamin Blanc, Wisconsin Procurement Institute

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
View a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars.

Challenges in Developing Successful Business Teams and Partnerships
2021-07-20 10:00 - 11:45 | MD
**REGISTRATION for panel discussion and networking session is at the bottom of this page. The networking session will provide you with the opportunity to ask questions and have discussions with the panel members – a valuable opportunity**
Partnering With Purpose Series:
View speaker bios by clicking HERE.
The Partnering With Purpose Three Part Series (6/15, 7/20 & 8/17) will focus on partnering and teaming as an intentional business strategy. The purpose of the series is to help bring awareness and elevate teaming approaches and skills to our women-owned businesses. The series is designed to address how a successful partnering strategy can expand capabilities, capacity, and add value to your existing and potential customers to meet their sourcing needs.
This session will focus on challenges and risk mitigation, offer legal insights into teaming approaches and agreements, and locating good partners or team members.
Schedule of events:
10:00 – 10:10am Welcome and introduction of moderator
10:10 – 11:10am Panel discussion, complete with Q&A
11:10 – 11:15am Break
11:15 – 11:45am Panelist and Attendee Networking via Zoom Sessions, hosted by Jessie Leonard, Associate Director, WBDC and Aina Vilumsons, CEO, WPI – during this session you will be able to continue the discussion with the speakers and other attendees
Panelists and Presenters (click HERE for bios):

Anisha Jackson – Supplier Diversity Manager – American Family
Shane Mahaffy – Lead Business Opportunity Specialist – U.S. SBA
Adonica Randall – President and Chief Problem Solver – Abaxent LLC
Jean Marie Thiel – President – Belonger Corporation Inc.
D.M. (Daryl) Hodnett – System Director-Supplier Diversity and Inclusion, Advocate Aurora Health
Tim Connelly – Government Contract Attorney – Tim Connelly Law PLLC
Jeff Chmielewski – Facility Manager – WEC Energy Group
Jessie Leonard – Associate Director – Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC)
Aina Vilumsons – CEO – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

REGISTRATION (CLICK HERE) – when registering at this link, complete both the GoToWebinar and Zoom pages. This will ensure access to the entire event including Networking.
For more information on the full Partnering With Purpose series, click here.

Tech Warrior Medical OPS
2021-07-19 07:00 - 2021-07-23 17:00 | MD
Tech Warrior Enterprise – an AFWERX Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Transfer program – will host its free virtual Tech Warrior Medical OPS event for all qualified small businesses on July 19-23.
The virtual five-day event, designed to help small businesses overcome the entry barriers to government procurement, will give U.S.-based small businesses the opportunity to participate in a two-part demonstration of their Tactical Combat Casualty Care, physical therapy, or mental health technologies.
Those interested must register for the webinar (click here) to gain access. Registration closes on June 25, 11:00 PM CST. Only 20 qualifying small businesses will be chose to present.

2021 National SBIR Week - Virtual
2021-07-19 - 2021-07-23 | MD
The 2021 National SBIR Week is a virtual event connecting entrepreneurs working on advanced technologies to the country’s largest source of early stage funding – The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs. Also known as America’s Seed Fund, the SBIR/STTR programs provide over $4 billion in funding to small businesses each year in a wide variety of technology areas.
This event provides you with an opportunity to participate in live streaming panels and presentations with participating federal agencies that administer over 7,000 new awards annually and to meet virtually One on One with program decision makers.

National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Midwest Regional Conference Series Session 3 - Virtual
2021-07-15 09:00 - 10:00 | MD
This event is scheduled for 10:00-11:00am Eastern, 9:00-10:00am Central – Thursday, July 15, 2021.
The National Defense Industrial Association’s (NDIA) Great Lakes, Great Rivers and Iowa-Illinois chapters, partnered with the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI), invite you to attend this additional session in a series featuring leaders in U.S. Defense. In this series, you will have the opportunity to learn about current issues, programs, and priorities critical to Defense contractors and subcontractors.
The keynote speaker for this session will be Colonel Wesley Hallman, USAF (Ret), Senior Vice President, Strategy & Policy, National Defense Industrial Association. Wes will discuss various legislative issues and efforts vital to the National Defense Industrial Base and NDIA including the annual Vital Signs report. Vital Signs is a study on the health and readiness of the defense industrial base. The goal of Vital Signs is to persistently monitor a set of key metrics to measure the health of the defense industrial base over time. Wes will talk about the 2021-second edition as well as ongoing efforts for the third edition.
Wes came to NDIA after a 27-year career in the Air Force, last serving as the Chief Air Force Liaison to the House of Representatives responsible for advising the Secretary and Chief of Staff of the Air Force on engagement with Congress while working directly with members of the House of Representatives and their offices on Air Force and national security matters. Prior to his work with Congress, he was the senior executive assistant to the Joint Staff Director of Strategic Plans and Policy. CLICK HERE to read the full bio.
The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is a 501(c)(3) educational nonprofit that engages thoughtful and innovative leaders to promote the best policies, practices, products, and technology for warfighters and others who ensure the safety and security of our nation. NDIA membership includes 1,560 corporate and 52,700 individual members with 29 chapters throughout the world.
Information on all sessions in this series is posted to the NDIA Midwest Regional Conference Series.

Doing Business with DLA – Webinar
2021-07-14 12:30 - 13:30, 2021-06-16 12:30 - 13:30 | MD
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.
To 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.

Acquisition Hour: The Federal Spend to the End
2021-07-13 13:00 - 14:00 | MD
The Federal Spend to the End
July 1st marks the start of the federal government’s buying season as they Spend to the End of the fiscal year. Now is the time to learn about this unique time of year, explore the market and start your preparations. Federal procurement will likely continue to be vibrant and will offer opportunities for those who are prepared and who are ready to respond to opportunities and perform when selected. Be prepared. Don’t be left behind as the Federal Government ramps up to Spend to the End of the fiscal year – September 30th.
Speaker: Marc Violante, Wisconsin Procurement Institute

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
View a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars.

TKO Pricing - Webinar
2021-07-13 13:00 - 14:00 | MD
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.
To 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.

July 2021 HHS Vendor Outreach Session (VOS) - Teleconference
2021-07-13 08:00 - 15:00 | MD
July 2021 Teleconference Vendor Outreach Session
Registration will open Monday, June 28, 2021 at 7:00AM
In light of the current COVID-19 Health advisory alert, the Vendor Outreach Session(VOS) will continue as a Teleconference VOS until further notice. You will receive an order confirmation containing the phone number you should call at the time of your meeting. It is your responsibility to call.
Prior to attending the Vendor Outreach Session, please be sure your company is registered in our Small Business Customer Experience (SBCX) system.
You can register at: osdbu.hhs.gov.

[RESCHEDULED] National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Midwest Regional Conference Series Session 4 - Virtual
2021-06-29 14:00 - 15:00 | MD
Now moved to Thursday, July 22, 2021! The Boeing Company will present an update on business opportunities in the region during Day 1 of the 15th Annual Wisconsin Government Opportunities Business Conference (GOBC) – Virtual. Registration to Day 1 of GOBC is at no cost. To view conference details and to register, CLICK HERE.
The National Defense Industrial Association’s (NDIA) Great Lakes, Great Rivers and Iowa-Illinois chapters, partnered with the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI), invite you to attend the second of a three-part virtual series featuring leaders in U.S. Defense. In this series, you will have the opportunity to learn about current issues, programs, and priorities critical to Defense contractors and subcontractors.
The keynote speaker for our fourth session will be John Frederick, The Boeing Company. Mr. Frederick serves as Director, State & Local Government Operations for The Boeing Company. His responsibilities include representing the company at the local and state levels of government in all legislative, administrative, and public agency matters. CLICK HERE for the full bio.
This session will also feature presentations from Brad Bruce, Manager, Global Supplier Diversity, The Boeing Company; and from Varick Williams, Senior Team Lead, Global Supplier Diversity, The Boeing Company.
The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is a 501(c)(3) educational nonprofit that engages thoughtful and innovative leaders to promote the best policies, practices, products, and technology for warfighters and others who ensure the safety and security of our nation. NDIA membership includes 1,560 corporate and 52,700 individual members with 29 chapters throughout the world.
The next segment of our series is scheduled for July 15, 2021. Information on all sessions in this series will be posted to the NDIA Midwest Regional Conference Series.
Sponsorship opportunities are available for this session – please contact Stephen Tupper, NDIA Great Rivers Chapter President, at tuppers@mst.edu.

Access2Success Small Business National Conference
2021-06-29 07:00 - 2021-06-30 16:00 | MD
The 2021 Access2Success (A2S) Small Business National Virtual Conference, “Strengthening Small Businesses From Access to Opportunity” will be held on June 29-30, 2021 from 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM CDT. The conference is an opportunity for those interested in doing business with the Department of Health and Human Services hear from HHS senior leadership, Heads of Contracting Activity, Small Business Specialists, and others who will provide valuable resources with the opportunity for networking.
Those interested in participating must register (click here) to gain access to this virtual event.

Cyber Friday: The Role of Standardization in Cybersecurity Plans
2021-06-25 11:00 - 12:00 | MD
As the saying goes, knowledge is power. This webinar will explore whether a company can develop its cybersecurity plan using only the requirements, or should the company base its plan on not only the requirements but all factor in software and hardware being used while also taking into consideration its location, information processed and even the building where the company is located.
Speaker: Marc Violante, Wisconsin Procurement Institute

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
View a schedule of all upcoming Cyber Friday webinars.

TBC Virtual Strategic Partnership Luncheon
2021-06-24 12:00 - 13:00 | MD
The Business Council will be hosting its 2021 Annual Strategic Partnership Luncheon on June 24th, 2021 at 12:00 PM CDT. Those interested in attending must register (click here) in order to receive access to this virtual event.
The Business Council is a 501(c)3 affiliate of Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce (MMAC). The Council was created to focus on cultivating relationships and business opportunities among MMAC’s ethnically-diverse businesses and corporate members in an effort to support MMAC’s Blueprint for Economic Prosperity.
Aina Vilumson, Executive Director of the Wisconsin Procurement Institute, will be participating in the event’s discussion panel.

TKO First Destination Transportation - Webinar
2021-06-22 13:00 - 14:00 | MD

USACE Northwestern Division Small Business Outreach - Virtual
2021-06-22 11:30 - 14:00 | MD
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Northwestern Division (CENWD), to include the following districts: Omaha District (CENWO), Kanas City District (CENWK), Seattle District (CENWS), Portland District (CENWP), and Walla Walla District (CENWW) is conducting a free VIRTUAL seminar for NEW small business owners and/or representatives on Tuesday, 22 June 2021, from 11:30 AM to 2:00 PM CST.
Interested participants must register (click here) for webinar access.

National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Midwest Regional Conference Series Session 2 - Virtual
2021-06-22 08:00 - 09:00 | MD
This event is scheduled for 9:00-10:00am Eastern, 8:00-9:00am Central – Tuesday, June 22, 2021.
The National Defense Industrial Association’s (NDIA) Great Lakes, Great Rivers and Iowa-Illinois chapters, partnered with the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI), invite you to attend the second of a three-part virtual series featuring leaders in U.S. Defense. In this series, you will have the opportunity to learn about current issues, programs, and priorities critical to Defense contractors and subcontractors.
The keynote speaker for our second session will be MG Richard “Ross” Coffman. The Army is engaged in the largest modernization effort of armored vehicles in 40 years. The Next Generation Combat Vehicles Cross Functional Team is driving that effort and is actively seeking new ideas, from industry, academia and beyond, on how to drive new technologies into our future vehicles. MG Coffman, director of the NGCV CFT, will provide an overview on NGCV CFT’s lines of efforts and the way forward for combat vehicles. CLICK HERE to view MG Coffman’s full bio.
The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) is a 501(c)(3) educational nonprofit that engages thoughtful and innovative leaders to promote the best policies, practices, products, and technology for warfighters and others who ensure the safety and security of our nation. NDIA membership includes 1,560 corporate and 52,700 individual members with 29 chapters throughout the world.
The next segment of our series is scheduled for June 29, 2021. Information on all sessions in this series will be posted to the NDIA Midwest Regional Conference Series.
Sponsorship opportunities are available for this session – please contact Megan McKinney, NDIA Great Lakes Chapter Board Member, at info@ndia-greatlakes.org.
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