Wisconsin Procurement Institute

Acquisition Hour: Introduction to CMMC Level 1
2020-08-14 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
Whether your goal is to be certified at CMMC Level 3 or higher, in the near future, all DoD contractors will have to show a mastery of 17 basic cyber-security requirements associated with CMMC Level 1. Mastering these 17 principle requirements is the first step. To be eligible for CMMC Level 1 coded DoD awards, a company will, at a minimum, have to undergo formal review of their CMMC Level 1 processes and procedures and these will have to merit being “formally certified.”
This webinar will review key terms, principle requirements and a suggested approach for developing a process with which to move forward in preparation for meeting these new and upcoming requirements.
Speaker: Marc Violante, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
View a schedule of all upcoming webinars.

DLA Training, Knowledge, and Opportunities (TKO) Webinar
2020-08-12 14:00 - 15:00
Thank you for your interest in Doing Business with DLA webinar. Zoom log in information will be sent to you under separate cover.
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. Hear directly from experts at our diverse buying commands as they discuss the DLA Small Business Program and our requirements, which include procuring military spare parts, food, fuel, uniforms, medical supplies, and construction material for the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, 10 combatant commands, other federal agencies, and partner and allied nations.
Webinars will be held using Zoom. Registration is necessary to gain access to Webinars. Registration will close at 3:30 pm the day before the session.

GSA’s Implementation of Section 889 of the FY 2019 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)
2020-08-12 12:00 - 13:00
On July 14, 2020, a new FAR Rule was published to the Federal Register. This rule, effective August 13, 2020, prohibits the US Government from entering into, or extending or renewing, a contract with an entity that uses prohibited telecommunication equipment or services. The FAR case implements Section 889 Part B of the FY 2019 National Defense Authorization Act in order to combat national security and intellectual property threats.
IMPORTANT! Effective August 13, 2020, orders may not be placed under indefinite delivery vehicle contracts until the contract has been modified to incorporate the revised FAR clause 52.204-25. Please be prepared to quickly accept the modification upon receipt on, or soon after, August 13, 2020.
GSA is preparing implementation guidance and instructions. GSA invites industry to participate in a live and recorded virtual webinar on August 12, 2020 12:00 p.m. CDT.
1. This webinar is comprised of leaders from GSA’s business lines who will explain how they are implementing Section 889 in their specific business lines
2. Panelists will also answer questions that have been pre-collected from industry
3. Please send in your questions no later than 5:00 p.m. EDT, August 5, 2020 to gsaombudsman@gsa.gov.
Please continue to check GSA’s Acqusition.gov page often to see updates and additional resources.

Doing Business with the Department of the Navy
2020-07-30 14:00 - 15:00
Join the Naval Facilities Engineering Command Small Business Director – Ms. Bianca Henderson, as she introduces you to the Small Business team across the entire NAVFAC Enterprise.
Speaker: Ms. Bianca Henderson, Small Business Director, Naval Facilities Engineering Command (NAVFAC)

Locating Opportunities with Federal, State and Local Governments - Webinar
2020-07-30 12:00 - 13:30
The government is continuing to spend money on goods and services even during these challenging times. Last year the Federal government spent almost $600 billion and the State Wisconsin spent about $3 billion. There are opportunities for manufacturing, construction, technology, professional services, research and a wide range of goods and general services.
During this session we will explore how your business could enter and grow sales in the Federal, State and Local Government markets.
Topics will include:

Where is your specific opportunity in the Government?
How to get started – registrations and certifications
Benefits of being small
How to locate and bid on opportunities
Requirements and obligations as a Government contractor

Speakers:

Peter A. Wills, Executive Director, Progress Lakeshore
Nick Weissenborn, Vice President, AeroForce Logistics, LLC
Ken Kotloski, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
Mark Dennis, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute

2020 Virtual FM Workshop: Moving Facilities Management Forward
2020-07-29 - 2020-07-31
We are pleased to announce that Virtual FM Workshop: Moving Facilities Management Forward begins July 29!
Are you looking to find the right training for energy managers, facility managers, and building operators? Or are you interested in how climate change and natural disasters affect your planning efforts? Perhaps you’re just wondering what’s next in facility management.
If so, then Virtual FM Workshop (FMW) is for you!
During Virtual FMW, you will have access to thought-provoking keynote speakers and live discussions, 24+ sessions from high-level leaders from across the service branches and federal agencies, the chance to explore issues and solutions within facility management, and the opportunity to earn up to 24 PDHs!
Enjoy virtual networking with decision-makers and take part in essential education and training sessions—all from the comfort and safety of your own home or office.

Acquisition Hour: The Spend to the End
2020-07-28 13:00 - 14:00
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
The closer we get to the end of the Federal Fiscal Year, the closer we get to the start of the federal buying season. This webinar will explore how federal data can be used to better understand end-of-year opportunities, and also general efforts that will assist in positioning the company to be more visible to select buying offices and locate biddable opportunities.
July 1st is the start of the last quarter of the federal government’s fiscal year. The fiscal year might be winding down but the federal procurement landscape will continue to be vibrant, unpredictable, and will continue to offer opportunities for those who are prepared and ready as the Government ramps up to Spend to the End of the fiscal year – September 30th.
Last year (FY-19) almost 44% of the contract actions for the year and greater than 30% of the annual budget was expended during the fourth quarter. The last quarter of the federal year is an active one. However, a tremendous amount of opportunity occurs during just one month – September. What is truly amazing is the amount of activity that occurs on the last day of the fiscal year – September 30. On this one day in FY-19, more than 26 million contracts with a value in excess of $12 Billion were awarded.
Now is the time to explore this market and start your preparations. Don’t miss out on The Spend to the End.
Like every year, there will be challenges. However, this year there may be greater challenges and more unknowns than in years past due to the Federal Government’s response and support to Coronavirus needs. Additionally, companies should consider the following four dominant issues among others: 1. Maintain your SAM registration – don’t miss out on an opportunity because your registration lapses and is Inactive. 2. If you have a GSA Schedule, make sure to review the recent MAS Mass Modification. Action is required by July 31st. Miss this window and it is likely that you will miss out on opportunities. 3. Don’t overlook, and certainly do not ignore, information security requirements which include but are not limited to Cyber. 4. For companies selling to DLA via DIBBS, review DLA Notices and DLA’s Master Solicitation and related documents.
Speaker: Marc Violante, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.

Doing Business with the Navy - Webinar
2020-07-28 12:00 - 13:00
Meet NAVWAR OSBP – Mr. Dan Deconzo and his team for an introduction and coaching on Doing Business with NAVWAR. Guest speakers include the NAVWAR small business team as well as Command Deputy Program Managers.
Speaker: Mr. Dan Deconzo, Small Business Director, Naval Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR)

NCMA World Congress 2020 - Grapevine, TX
2020-07-26 - 2020-07-29 | Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center, 1501 Gaylord Trail, Grapevine, TX, 76051, United States
NCMA’s World Congress is the nation’s premier training event for contract management, procurement, and acquisition professionals.
Over 2,200 participants from both government and industry backgrounds gather to learn about critical issues challenging our industry.

Acquisition Hour: Tools and Resources to Use for Gaining a Better Understanding of Your Federal Customers
2020-07-24 12:00 - 13:30
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
Determining customer value – Information needed for success. This webinar will explore the basic questions that should be asked and information sources that can be used by companies seeking to better understand their current customers and identify prospects.
Customers have varying needs and they often utilize a variety of contracting vehicles to purchase the goods and services necessary to support their operations. In fiscal year 2019, 2,725 contracting offices made awards classified under 1,140 different NAICS codes. Of the more than $589 Billion awarded, approximately 48% of the total was awarded using Delivery Orders and roughly 44% was awarded via Definitive Contracts. The implication is clear: not understanding your customer and their buying habits can potentially hinder a company’s chances for success. There are costs to Customer Acquisition and Retention. This is exactly the reason why each company should develop their own tailored Customer Evaluation tool.
As a first step, companies should ask a variety of questions such as:

How do they buy – What procurement vehicles are used?
What do they buy? Products/Services – MRO?
How competitive is the market? – Number of offers
How many contracts are awarded during a time period – what is their value?
Is the market SB friendly?

Speaker: Marc Violante, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
This webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits.
View a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hours.

Haven’t Signed the MAS Consolidation Mass Mod A812 Yet? – GSA Webinar
2020-07-23 13:00 - 14:00
Thank you to our industry partners – more than 85 percent of current Schedule contractors have already signed the Jan. 31, 2020 Mass Modification (Mass Mod) updating their present contracts to conform with the terms and conditions of GSA’s new consolidated Multiple Award Schedule (MAS). Remember, failure to accept this Mass Mod by July 31, 2020 will result in your offerings no longer being accessible on GSA eTools.
If you still have questions about the Mass Mod, please join MAS PMO Director Stephanie Shutt and other GSA experts for one of the live training opportunities listed below. The MAS PMO will go through a short presentation and then open it up for questions. The program will be the same for each training, so you only need to attend one.
Thursday, July 23rd, 2020 (2:00 – 3:00 PM ET): Register here
Questions? Email us anytime at maspmo@gsa.gov.
Thank you for your continued partnership.

FedMall: How DoD Small Businesses Can Purchase & Sell PPE
2020-07-22 14:00 - 15:00
Are you a small business working with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and need a place to buy PPE for your company? Do you have non-Medical PPE available for purchase that you don’t already sell through a DLA contract?

Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has created a NEW small business marketplace within FedMall allowing DoD Small Business Contractors to exclusively browse and shop for non-medical PPE and similar material offered by the commercial supplier community. This webinar will help answer questions for interested buyers and suppliers.

Buyers
The Small Business Contractor Contingency Store is now OPEN on FedMall. DoD Small Business government contractors are now authorized to purchase non-Medical Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) direct from suppliers with a government purchase card or corporate credit card.
FedMall has numerous vendors with over 230 items for sale to meet your PPE needs. The offerings include cloth face masks, hand sanitizer, disinfecting wipes, protective gloves, gowns, face shields, thermometers, signage and other social distancing aids for the workplace.
Read the Buyers Guid
Suppliers
DLA is actively looking for suppliers to provide non-medical PPE and other similar items. This flyer provides guidance on the who, what, when, and how, as well as the FedMall point-of-contact regarding this corridor.
Read the Suppliers Guide
What will be discussed?
A brief overview of FedMall in General will be provided, followed by a walk-thru of the specific registration steps necessary for Small Business DoD contractors to purchase or sell non-Medical PPE on FedMall. Buyers and Sellers will walk away with the tools and information needed to successfully register in FedMall.
Guest Speaker
Mr. James Mette, FedMall Program Manager, DLA J62
How to join
Join Online
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Meeting number (access code): 199 004 6142
Meeting password: [REDACTED]
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This webinar is being put on by the Department of Defense Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) in conjunction with Defense Acquisition University (DAU). For the latest information on upcoming webinars, sign up for emails.

Acquisition Hour: The HUBZone Program – Certification Benefits and Regulations
2020-07-22 12:00 - 13:00
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
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.
The 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.
Currently, many Federal agencies and Federal Prime contractors are NOT meeting their HUBZone goals. This could be a potential opportunity for your business.
In this webinar, you will learn:

HUBZone certification requirements
Benefits of and applying for an SBA HUBZone certification
HUBZone certification costs and terms
Process and cost of renewing your HUBZone certification
Locating HUBZone opportunities
Marketing your HUBZone certified business
Changes to the HUBZone program

Speaker:

Shane Mahaffy, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Mark Dennis, Wisconsin Procurement Institute

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.

Northwoods/Northeast Wisconsin Government Opportunities - Webinar
2020-07-21 13:00 - 15:30
Significant opportunities exist for Northwoods and Northeast Wisconsin businesses to sell to State and Federal governments. Please join us and learn how to do business with the U.S. Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the State of Wisconsin and other agencies. This webinar workshop is directed toward the counties of Vilas, Forest, Florence, Oneida, Lincoln, Langlade, Oconto, Marinette, Menomonie, and Shawano. However, small businesses from all areas of the state are welcome to attend.
Speakers will discuss:

Actual, currently available State and Federal contract opportunities
Ten Steps to Prepare for Government Contracting
Grow North Regional Economic Development Corporation Programs as a resource in the Northwoods and Northeast areas of the state

Speakers:
Brittany Beyer, Executive Director, Grow North Regional Economic Development Corporation
Mike Lesneski, Small Business Advisor, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
Tammie Clendenning, Lead Economic Development Specialist, Small Business Administration

DLA Packaging Webinar
2020-07-21 13:00 - 14:00
Webinars will be held for numerous topics throughout the year. The webinars are held using Adobe Connect. Registration is necessary to gain access to Webinars.

Acquisition Hour: OFCCP Compliance 101
2020-07-21 11:00 - 12:30
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
Did you know that, as a federal contractor, you committed your company to certain EEO and Affirmative Action obligations when you signed the contract and that you are required to implement an Affirmative Action Plan as a condition of your federal contract? Are you complying with the requirement under VEVRAA to list your positions with the local ESDS/State Job Bank, invite applicants to self-identify their veteran and IWD status, and annually assess your outreach?
Gain a high level understanding of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) compliance regulations federal contractors and subcontractors must follow.
Join Roselle Rogers and Tim Muma of LocalJobNetwork as we explore the what, when, why, and how of OFCCP. Learn about the significant role you play in fulfilling Affirmative Action obligations and maintaining compliance through recruiting, documentation, and recordkeeping.
In this free webinar, you will learn:

What the OFCCP is and what they do
Who is covered under the OFCCP’s jurisdiction
The laws and regulations that OFCCP enforces
Compliance tasks such as mandatory job listing, effective outreach, self-ID, record-keeping, and disposition codes
Consequences of non-compliance

Speakers:

Roselle Rogers, LocalJobNetwork
Tim Muma, LocalJobNetwork

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.

GSA PSHC Industry Partner Events - Webinar
2020-07-21 10:00 - 12:00
Join the governmentwide Professional Services Category for the second in our series
of virtual forecasting webinars. During this sessions, representatives from the EPA
will present and discuss potential upcoming professional service opportunities.
The webinar will provide industry insight on upcoming procurement’s and trends
occurring in the professional services sector. The webinar is open to industry
partners that hold a government-wide professional services contract (OASIS and
GSA Schedule). The first webinar was held on June 23. Recordings and Q&A from both
sessions will be posted to Interact in August.

Speaker:
Bounce Quarry, GSA

EPA Category Management and Competition Team

*** This Meeting may be recorded. By continuing to participate, speak, or ask questions, you are consenting to be recorded ***

Northwoods/Northeast Wisconsin Government Opportunities
2020-07-21 08:00 - 11:00
Join us for an in depth look at the opportunities for collaboration, contracting and funding for your community. Municipalities, Counties, Cities and other governmental agencies will have the chance to hear from the Small Business Association, Wisconsin Procurement Institute, and Grow North Economic Development. Find out how your can apply for funding, contract with local vendors, and connect with other entities who face the same challenges to collaborate and innovate solutions for positive change in your community.

Acquisition Hour: 2020 Technology Trends
2020-07-15 14:00 - 15:00
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
Do you know what the top technology trends are in 2020?
Whether for commercial or government contracts, part of your job is to be aware of the latest technology to help you support your requirements and compliance.
With technology changing so rapidly, how can we keep up? It can be daunting to say the least!
Companies that are interested or are currently doing business with Federal, State or Local government agencies should attend this webinar to get an update on the latest hot trends in technology.
And we will share tips and tricks to help you stay current in the most efficient manner!
SPEAKER:

Merri Beckfield, Customer Success Manager, MARS Solutions Group

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.

Acquisition Hour: Responding to Sources Sought Request and Capabilities Statements
2020-07-15 12:00 - 13:00
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
A 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.
Along with Sources Sought, this session will discuss developing a targeted Capabilities Statement to address specific needs in the government.
Well 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.
This webinar will cover:

What are Sources Sought Notices (SSNs) and Requests for Information (RFIs)
Locating SSNs and RFIs
Preparing a focused response to SSNs and RFIs
How to develop a targeted and effective Capability Statement

Speakers:

Helen Henningsen, WPI
Mark Dennis, WPI

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.

Doing Business with the Department of Navy - Webinar
2020-07-15 11:00 - 12:00
Join Mr. Jimmy Smith, Director of the Department of the Navy’s Office of Small Business Programs (DON OSBP) as he gives an overview and provides helpful information on how to do business with the Department of the Navy.

Doing Business with the United Nations - Webinar
2020-07-14 13:00 - 14:30
PART TWO – SAVE THE DATE! The next webinar in the series will provide in-depth tips on how to win a UN contract!

Acquisition Hour: The SBA 8(a) Certification Program
2020-07-14 13:00 - 14:00
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
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.
While 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.
Business certified under the 8(a) program can also:

Receive sole source contracts
Compete for set-aside contracts
Receive assistance from a Business Opportunity Specialist to help navigate federal contracting
Form joint ventures with established businesses through the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program
Receive management and technical assistance, including business training, counseling, marketing assistance and high-level executive development

During the presentation we will discuss:

What is SDB?
Eligibility Criteria
The Application Process
Program Benefits
What is expected from an 8(a) participant
Locating 8(a) set aside opportunities
Marketing your 8(a) certified business

Speaker:

Shane Mahaffy, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Mark Dennis, Wisconsin Procurement Institute

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.

Virtual TKO Seminar
2020-07-14 07:00 - 14:30
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.

SOLD OUT - DLA Virtual Information Day - Webinar
2020-07-14 - 2020-07-15
Overview: On Tuesday, July 14 and Wednesday, July 15, the Department of Defense’s COVID-19 Joint Acquisition Task Force (JATF) and the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), in coordination with interagency partners, will host a virtual information day regarding current and future demand for personal protective equipment (PPE).
Goal: Provide current and potential suppliers of PPE an understanding of U.S. government demand, including an overview of the tranche 2 requirements for DLA (in support of HHS), as well as the long-term demand for PPE across the coming year based on market research. The event will also include major trade associations providing their medical and non-medical grade PPE requirements in order for industry to return to full work capacity.
Target Audience: Current and potential domestic producers of PPE (end-items as well as sub-tier suppliers of material) and major trade associations and members, representing consumers of PPE.
Location: Virtual event (Zoom webcast, specific details TBD)
Days / Times: Tuesday, July 14 and Wednesday, July 15; times as listed below (subject to change)
Additional information can be found at https://www.dla.mil/HQ/Acquisition/Business/JointIndustryEngagementVirtual/.

Coffee with Karman and Kelly - Interactive Virtual Business Networking Event
2020-07-10 10:30 - 11:30
Coffee with Kim, Karman & Kelly!
A Virtual Business Networking event, Fridays at 10:30am
Changes to the Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) Certification
Starting May 29, join Karman Briggs, Director of the Western Wisconsin Women’s Business Center, and Kelly Berry, owner of ResourceAbility LLC, for weekly online interactive discussions every Friday morning at 10:30am. Each week, we will have a timely business or entrepreneurial topic to discuss and a featured industry expert. Meet and interact with other small business owners, freelancers and independent contractors online, from the comfort and safety of your own home. Meetings will take place via Zoom at 10:30am each Friday morning and are free to attend, but registration is required.
WPI’s Kim Garber will join the conversation to speak about government contracting opportunities and changes to the Women – Owned Small Business certification program.

GSA Region 5 OSDBU HUBZone "Meet the Prime" Subcontracting Event - Virtual
2020-07-09 11:00 - 12:00
Summary: GSA Region 5 OSDBU is hosting a “Meet the Prime” Subcontracting Event. The prime is interested in sharing their subcontracting process with potential subcontractors in the NAICS Codes 561210 and 541370 categories.
During the Virtual Session attendees will have the opportunity to connect with(www.davey.com). GSA Prime contractor The Davey Resource Group, Inc., GIS & IT Services.
This is a FREE, virtual event.
You need to register @ r5smallbusiness@gsa.gov, copy and paste,”Registering For Find event details in beta.sam.gov (search for OSBU Chicago Event)

What's Happening in Government Business in Northwest Wisconsin? - Webinar
2020-07-08 12:00 - 13:30
Significant opportunities exist for Northwest Wisconsin businesses to sell to State and Federal governments. Please join us and learn how to do business with the U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service, Fort McCoy, The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the State of Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Wisconsin Department of Administration, and other agencies. This webinar workshop is directed toward the northwestern counties of Douglas, Bayfield, Ashland, Iron, Burnett, Washburn, Sawyer, Price, Rusk, Taylor, Barron and Polk, but small businesses from all areas of the state are welcome to attend.
Speakers will discuss:

Actual, currently available State and Federal contract opportunities
Ten Steps to Prepare for Government Contracting

NWRPC Programs as a resource in Northwest Wisconsin
Risks imposed on bidding on a project, without being fully prepared cash-wise or asset-wise

Speakers:
Ken Pearson, Business Development Specialist / Loan Fund Manager, Northwest Regional Planning Commission
Mark Dennis, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute

Haven’t Signed the MAS Consolidation Mass Mod A812 Yet? - GSA Webinar
2020-07-08 12:00 - 13:00
Thank you to our industry partners – more than 85 percent of current Schedule contractors have already signed the Jan. 31, 2020 Mass Modification (Mass Mod) updating their present contracts to conform with the terms and conditions of GSA’s new consolidated Multiple Award Schedule (MAS). Remember, failure to accept this Mass Mod by July 31, 2020 will result in your offerings no longer being accessible on GSA eTools.
If you still have questions about the Mass Mod, please join MAS PMO Director Stephanie Shutt and other GSA experts for one of the live training opportunities listed below. The MAS PMO will go through a short presentation and then open it up for questions. The program will be the same for each training, so you only need to attend one.
Wednesday, July 8th, 2020 (1:00 – 2:00 PM ET): Register here
Thursday, July 23rd, 2020 (2:00 – 3:00 PM ET): Register here
Questions? Email us anytime at maspmo@gsa.gov.
Thank you for your continued partnership.

Acquisition Hour: Are You Ready - Big Changes Coming to the U.S. SBA Federal Women-Owned Small Business Program
2020-07-01 12:00 - 13:00
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
The US SBA will be ending self-certification of Women Owned Small Business this year. In summer 2020, the WOSB and EDWOSB certification process will change. Self-certification will no longer be an option, and women owned small businesses will have to either certify through SBA’s FREE online certification at certify.sba.gov.
Effective July 15, 2020, women-owned small businesses (WOSB) and economically disadvantaged women-owned small businesses (EDWOSB) will be required to obtain certification of their WOSB/EDWOSB status to compete for certain federal contracts.
This webinar will walk you through the new process and share how a WOSB or EDWOSB can successfully leverage their certification in the Federal marketplace. Many Federal government agencies are not meeting their Women Owned Business goals.
If you are a women owned small business considering entering the Federal market or are a current Federal contractor, you should attend.
Presenters:
Shane Mahaffy, U.S. Small Business Administration
Jessie Leonard, Women’s Business Development Center
Kim Garber, WPI
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
View a schedule of all upcoming webinars.
