Wisconsin Procurement Institute

WPI and NCMA WI Chapter CFCM Study Session 5: FAR Parts 1-18 - Practice Test Review - Webinar
2020-03-10 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | MN
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
Speaker: Daryl Zahn, CFCM, Manager Contracts and Compliance, DRS Power and Control Technologies, Inc.
The fifth session of the FAR review will be a practice test review. You can view the FAR by CLICKING HERE.
Note these sessions are being held as a webinar via GoToMeeting. While there is no cost to attend, registration is required.
This webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits.
To view a schedule of all upcoming FAR review webinars CLICK HERE.

Federal 8(a) Program: Obtaining Certification and Maximizing Opportunities – Milwaukee, WI
2020-03-10 09:00 - 11:30 UTC | Technology Innovation Center, Room 121, 10437 W Innovation Dr. Room 121, Wauwatosa, WI, 53226, United States
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 this session we will cover:

The very basics of selling to the Federal Government
• 8(a) certification requirements
• 8(a) certification application process
• Locating 8(a) set aside opportunities
• Marketing your 8(a) business

Speakers:

Shane Mahaffy, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Benjamin Blanc, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

There is NO COST to attend this workshop, but registration is required.

NDIA Cyber-Physical Systems Security Summit 2020 - Troy, MI
2020-03-10 - 2020-03-11 | Troy Marriott, 200 W. Big Beaver Road, Troy, MI, 48084, United States
DIA Michigan is committed to being a conduit of educational and informative dialog between industry, government, and academia specific to Cyber-Physical Security (CPS) of military connected and autonomous systems such as: ground vehicle systems, military drones, heavy trucks, aerospace, robotics and maritime platforms.
Register information is coming soon.

Acquisition Hour: Basics of the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS)
2020-03-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | MN
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
Build your government sales. Know your customer! Know what they buy and how they buy. Know when they buy. Know your competitors and general contract values. These are just some of the questions that can be answered by using FPDS and all business should have a working knowledge of this important tool. This webinar will provide an overview of the FPDS system and how to create and use basic queries to answer these questions and others. No knowledge of the FPDS system is required.

Speaker: Marc Violante, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.

WPI and NCMA WI Chapter CFCM Study Session 4: FAR Parts 13-15 - Webinar
2020-03-03 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | MN
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
Speaker: Daryl Zahn, CFCM, Manager Contracts and Compliance, DRS Power and Control Technologies, Inc.
The fourth session of the FAR review will cover FAR parts 13-15. You can view the FAR by CLICKING HERE.
Part 13: Simplified Acquisition Procedures
Part 14: Sealed Bidding
Part 15: Contracting by Negotiation
Note these sessions are being held as a webinar via GoToMeeting. While there is no cost to attend, registration is required.
This webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits.
To view a schedule of all upcoming FAR review webinars CLICK HERE.

Acquisition Hour: Learning About the Surety Bond Guarantee From the U.S. SBA
2020-02-26 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | MN
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
The U. S. Small Business Administration’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program can help your small business obtain contract bid, performance, & payment bonds. Surety bonds help small businesses win contracts by providing the customer with a guarantee that the work will be completed.
Many public and private contracts require surety bonds, which are offered by surety companies. The SBA guarantees surety bonds for certain surety companies, which allows the companies to offer surety bonds to small businesses that might not meet the criteria for other sureties.
Does your business have: Limited Financial Resources? You have no Prior Bonded Work Experience? Trouble Bonding as a Startup? A Desire to Increase its Current Bond Limits? – if the answer is YES – YOU SHOULD ATTEND!
This webinar will cover:
Contract Bonds

What they are and why they are required
Your potential bonding capacity
Ways to maximize your surety credit

SBA’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program

Contract bond guarantees up to $6.5 million
The SBA advantage
Costs and getting started

Speaker: Tamara Murray, Underwriting Marketing Specialist, U.S Small Business Administration (SBA), Office of Surety Guarantees
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE

WPI and NCMA WI Chapter CFCM Study Session 3: FAR Parts 16-18; 10-12 - Webinar
2020-02-25 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | MN
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
Speaker: Daryl Zahn, CFCM, Manager Contracts and Compliance, DRS Power and Control Technologies, Inc.
The third session of the FAR review will cover FAR parts 16-18 and 10-12. You can view the FAR by CLICKING HERE.
Part 10: Market Research
Part 11: Describing Agency Needs
Part 12: Acquisition of Commercial Items
Part 16: Types of Contracts
Part 17: Special Contracting Methods
Part 18: Emergency Acquisitions
Note these sessions are being held as a webinar via GoToMeeting. While there is no cost to attend, registration is required.
This webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits.
To view a schedule of all upcoming FAR review webinars CLICK HERE.

Acquisition Hour: State and Federal Certifications for Veteran and Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses
2020-02-25 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | MN
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
Securing government contracts and subcontracts is not easy. As a Veteran Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs) or Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs) you may gain preference when competing for contracts with the State of Wisconsin and Federal government agencies.
This webinar will focus on the various veteran owned business certifications and the basics of qualifying and applying.
In this webinar, businesses will learn more about certifications offered by the:

State of Wisconsin Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprise (DVB) certification
Vets First Verification Program (CVE) – for veteran and service disabled veteran owned firms looking to do business with the US Department of Veterans Affairs (and FAA)
US SBA Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business Program (SDVOSB) – for firms working with Federal agencies other than the US Department of Veterans Affairs
Other certifications

Speakers:

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

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

34th DBE Workshop & Secretary's Golden Shovel Awards - Pewaukee
2020-02-19 - 2020-02-20 | The Ingleside Hotel, 2810 W. Golf Rd., Pewaukee, WI, 53072, United States
Pursue – Win-Execute
Diversifying Contract in Design and Construction
Conference Itinerary

18 Business Development Workshops to include four formal networking sessions with primes, DBE firms, TrANS Grads and WisDOT Leadership
NAMC Golden Shovel Awards and Informal Networking Reception – Day 1 – 3:30 pm to 6:00 pm.
Secretary’s Golden Shovel Awards and Project Detail Presentations – Day 2 – Awards Luncheon – 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm

REGISTER

WPI and NCMA WI Chapter CFCM Study Session 2: FAR Parts 1-9 - Webinar
2020-02-18 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | MN
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
Speaker: Daryl Zahn, CFCM, Manager Contracts and Compliance, DRS Power and Control Technologies, Inc.
The second session of the FAR review will cover FAR parts 1-9. You can view the FAR by CLICKING HERE.
Part 1: Federal Acquisition Regulations System
Part 2: Definitions of Words and Terms
Part 3: Improper Business Practices and Personal Conflicts of Interest
Part 4: Administrative Matters
Part 5: Publicizing Contract Actions
Part 6: Competition Requirements
Part 7: Acquisition Planning
Part 8: Required Sources of Supplies and Services
Part 9: Contractor Qualifications
Note these sessions are being held as a webinar via GoToMeeting. While there is no cost to attend, registration is required.
This webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits.
To view a schedule of all upcoming FAR review webinars CLICK HERE.

Acquisition Hour: Data Insight for Government Contractors - Turning Data Into Usable Information
2020-02-18 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | MN
Information drives business – raw data doesn’t. Being able to transform data into information is the key step in gaining insights into your marketplace and developing a competitive strategy. This webinar will provide information on a variety of information sources, tools available for processing data and being able to develop the needed insights to answer questions and move forward.

Speaker: Marc Violante, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.

USACE Rock Island District Business Opportunity Open House - Bettendorf, IA
2020-02-18 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Quad Cities Waterfront Convention Center, 2021 State St, Bettendorf, IA, 52722, United States
The Rock Island District will be hosting a Business Opportunities Open House which will give contractors (large and small) the opportunity to engage in an open house/reverse trade show setting with main program areas supporting the district mission, contracting, small business office, and key leadership.
You will also have the opportunity to network with some of the district’s large business contractors and others in attendance for potential partnership opportunities.
There will also be informal discussion groups on a variety of topics led by USACE personnel and resource partners throughout the event.
Further event details and registration information will be coming soon!

SAME Lake Michigan Post Luncheon- Great Lakes, IL
2020-02-13 11:30 - 14:00 UTC | National Museum of the American Sailor, Building 42, Naval Station Great Lakes, Great Lakes, IL, 60888, United States
In a recent briefing by Ms. Lord on Jan 31 2020, she stated “we needed to consistently and clearly communicate the desired end state to build a cyber-safe, cyber-secure and cyber-resilient defense industrial base.”
DOD contractors and subcontractors now have a well-defined and relevant new objective to achieve. Join Harry Koujaian, Principal Engineer – Technical Support Security+, CASP+, MCSE 2003, CHFI, SI BP AM R&D FLD, SIEMENS at this month’s meeting for a discussion on the role Siemens is playing in meeting these new cyber / resiliency priorities.
11:30 am – Registration and Networking
12:00 pm – Lunch & Program

Topic: Resiliency
Presenter: Harry Koujaian, Principal Engineer – Technical Support, Siemens

1:30 pm – Networking
2:00 pm – End of Program
No base access required.

Doing Business With DLA - Webinar
2020-02-12 14:00 - 15:00, 2020-01-15 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | MN
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.
In order to obtain access to the virtual platform send the following information via email to Alandra.Jones@dla.mil.
1. Organization/Company Name
2. Attendees Name
3. Business Size
4. Session date
5. Please list your North American Industrial Classification System (NAICS) codes for your company’s core competencies (list up to 5)
6. Please indicate if you are associated with any of the following:
The Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP); SCORE Program; SBDC; or PTAC
7. How did you hear about this webinar?

Acquisition Hour: Introduction to Certifications Available to Minority Owned Businesses
2020-02-12 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Chicago) | MN
Minority owned business can receive advantage when selling to various Public and Private entities. In most cases, a certification process must be completed to qualify.
It is important for business to understand the certification requirements and the potential benefits to their business prior to investing their time and resources in the certification process.
This presentation will provide an overview of these programs, application process, describe eligibility requirements as well as the benefits and obligations for certifications with:

Federal Government agencies
State Government agencies (including WisDOT and State of Wisconsin)
Local Government agencies (including Milwaukee City and County, Dane County, Madison (City), MMSD)
Corporate (Large business)

Speakers: Benjamin Blanc, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and Shane Mahaffy, Small Business Administration
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.

Acquisition Hour: Introduction to Certifications Available to Woman Owned Businesses
2020-02-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | MN
Woman-owned businesses can receive advantage when selling to various Public and Private entities. In most cases, a certification process must be completed to qualify. It is important for business to understand the certification requirements and the potential benefits to their business prior to investing their time and resources in the certification process.
This webinar will provide an overview of these programs, application process, describe eligibility requirements as well as the benefits and obligations for certifications with:

Federal Government agencies
State Government agencies (including WisDOT and State of Wisconsin)
Local Government agencies (including Milwaukee City and County, Dane County, Madison (City), MMSD)
Corporate (Large business)

Speakers: Shane Mahaffy, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and Kim Garber, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.

WPI and NCMA WI Chapter CFCM Study Session 1: Intro- CFCM Requirements: Basic Refresher - Government Contracting - Webinar
2020-02-11 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | MN
Advanced registration is now closed. Please contact Benjamin Blanc with questions at benjaminb@wispro.org.
The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and National Contract Management Association (NCMA) are hosting a series of CFCM study sessions for 2020. The first session will discuss the CFCM requirements, an overview of the FAR and the basics of federal contracting.
These sessions are open to those seeking CFCM certification as well as those who just want to learn more about the FAR.
These sessions are provided at no cost but registration is required.
This webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits.
To view a schedule of all upcoming FAR review webinars CLICK HERE.

Selling to the US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) - Milwaukee
2020-02-11 08:30 - 11:00 UTC | Technology Innovation Center, Room 121, 10437 W Innovation Dr. Room 121, Wauwatosa, WI, 53226, United States
Registration is now closed. Onsite registration is available.
Doing contract work for the VA can be challenging. Join WPI to hear about how the VA works, how to respond to solicitations, VA verification process for veteran owned businesses, and maximize your success in selling to the VA. WPI special guest speakers are Steven Maier, VA Small Business Specialist, along with James Strube and Tammie Clendenning from the US Small Business Administration. Small businesses interested in selling to the VA will not want to miss this unique opportunity.
What you will learn:

How the VA purchases products, supplies and services
VA verification process for veteran owned small businesses
Other federal small business certifications
US SBA financing programs
How to respond to VA solicitations

Registration will open at 8:30 am. The program will begin at 9:00 am.

Acquisition Hour: How the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Will Impact Your Business
2020-02-05 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | MN
Companies interested in conducting business with the Department of Defense in late FY-20 and beyond will have to meet a new and stringent set of cybersecurity requirements including review and certification by a DoD identified Third Party. These requirements will apply to all businesses – Primes, and Subcontractors at any level. This webinar will provide additional detail and information related to these new requirements along with practical suggestions for how to manage your company’s efforts toward preparing for and managing these requirements.
Speaker: Marc Violante, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.

RESCHEDULED - Federal HUBZone Program: Obtaining Certification and Maximizing Opportunities - Madison, WI
2020-02-04 09:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | WWBIC, 2300 S Park St Ste 103, Madison, WI, 53717, United States
The Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Program can help small businesses in designated areas of Madison (and other designated urban and rural communities) gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities (both as direct and subcontractors).
Currently, many Federal agencies and Federal Prime contractors are NOT meeting their HUBZone goals. This could be a significant potential opportunity for your business.
During this session we will cover:

The very basics of selling to the Federal Government
HUBZone certification requirements
HUBZone certification application process
Recent changes to the HUBZone program
Locating HUBZone set aside opportunities
Marketing your HUBZone certified business
Renewing your HUBZone certification

Speakers:

Shane Mahaffy, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Benjamin Blanc, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

There is NO COST to attend this workshop, but registration is required.

Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) Annual Meeting and Wisconsin Federal Contractor Forum - Milwaukee, WI
2020-01-30 16:00 - 18:30 (America/Chicago) | Hosted by TAPCO (Traffic & Parking Control, INC.), 5100 W Brown Deer Rd, Brown Deer, WI, 53223, United States
WPI is celebrating 32 years, but it is not about us.
This year we will focus on expanding opportunities for Wisconsin businesses in technology, R&D and non-traditional opportunities. We will learn how to really understand the government’s challenges and requirements and how to use mechanisms such as OTAs, PIAs, CRADAs, DIU, SOFWERX / AFWERX, prize challenges and other processes. Federal contracting is not just responding to posted bids. It is understanding the real opportunities and challenges and understanding what is really required by the contractor to succeed in this environment.
Join the WPI Board of Directors, government contractors from around the state and government influencers for a sharing of knowledge and a discussion on the “State of Government Contracting in the State” and how to expand Wisconsin’s Federal contracting power to truly increase businesses sales, profits and jobs.
It is about the businesses we serve and the services and products they provide to our country.

Speakers include:

LTC Steven Helm is an active duty Army Lieutenant Colonel and Product Integrator for the US Special Operations Command (USSOCOM). In this role he is responsible for the integration of sensors and tactical systems. He has 20 years of experience in supporting national security objectives throughout a global theatre. His additional Department of Defense Acquisition assignments include Contracting Officer for the Army Contracting Command-Rock Island, IL; Contracting Branch Chief, Regional Contracting Center, Afghanistan; and Assistant Program Manager and Chief of Staff, Program Executive Office (PEO) Simulation, Training, and Instrumentation (STRI), Orlando, FL. His areas of expertise include Systems Program Management, Procurement and Sourcing Strategy Development, and Government Cross Collaboration with small businesses and non-traditional defense contractors.
Steve is a certified Army Acquisition Corps member; Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA) Level 3 certified in Program Management and Level 3 certified in Contracting. He holds a Masters of Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin Consortium and a BA in Communications from the University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee.

Dave Zvenyach is an attorney, strategist, author, full-stack software developer, and innovative former government executive who helps businesses and government work smarter, together. Dave has unique expertise on all things public sector; he has held positions in all three branches of government, as well as at the federal, state, and local levels. He served as a Senior Technical Advisor and Assistant Commissioner for the US General Service Administration’s Federal Acquisition Service Office of Systems Management; Executive Director of 18F; Deputy Commissioner for the GSA Technology Transformation Service (“TTS”); Assistant Commissioner for the TTS Office of Acquisition; General Counsel to the DC Council; Chief of Staff to Councilmember Mary Cheh; and judicial law clerk to United States District Judge Yvette Kane.

Sean Ketter is Vice President, Supply Chain Operations, Global Procurement and Supply Chain at Oshkosh Corporation. He is responsible for overall supplier performance, business process management, technology and supply chain risk management strategies for Oshkosh Corporation globally. Sean’s focus is creating and deploying common processes to understand and improve how Oshkosh Corporation and its global supply base work together. In addition, Sean overseas the Supply Chain function for Oshkosh Corporation’s manufacturing operations located in Leon, Mexico.

William Hughes is a Partner in the Milwaukee office of Husch Blackwell LLP. He is a member of the firm’s Construction Services Team and has expertise in all aspects of construction and public contract law. Bill represents construction managers and prime and subcontractors, on construction issues, including the drafting and negotiating of construction contracts. He has extensive experience in the award, protest, and litigation of competitively bid and publicly awarded contracts, and he counsels federal contractors on all aspects of government contracts including the Federal Acquisition Regulations, audits, bids, changes, costs, claims, intellectual property rights, terminations and negotiations. He also has extensive arbitration and litigation experience representing clients in recovering damages or defending against claims on both private and public contracts.

Agenda
3:45 – Registration Opens
4:00 – Networking, Appetizers, Beverages
5:00 – Program Begins
Welcome
Bill Hughes, WPI Chairman
Mary Gage, Vice President, Business & Community Development, WEDC
Andrew Bergholz, Executive Vice President of Sales, TAPCO

The State of Federal Contracting in Wisconsin
Aina Vilumsons, CEO, WPI

Driven to Lead, Built to Last

Sean Ketter, Vice President, Supply Chain Operations, Oshkosh Corporation

Bringing more Federal Dollars to Wisconsin: Opportunities lie in the Challenges
LTC Steve Helm
Dave Zvenyach

Forum
How to augment and leverage in-state initiatives to increase federal procurement dollars to Wisconsin?

6:30 Program Ends, Final Networking

Hosted by TAPCO – Traffic & Parking Control Co., Inc.
The registration fee for this event is $75.

Acquisition Hour: Overview of GSA’s Schedule Consolidation – New Schedule, Features & Opportunities
2020-01-29 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | MN
On October 1, 2019 GSA published its new Consolidated Schedule under category 99 and Solicitation number 47QSMD20R0001. As a result, interested businesses no longer need to seek out the perfect schedule from 24 different solicitations. Now, there is just one solicitation and this is just one of many important changes. This webinar will provide an overview of these changes and explore how they will help businesses gain access to this all important marketplace
Speaker: Marc Violante, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.

Acquisition Hour: The HUBZone Program – Certification Benefits and Regulations
2020-01-28 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | MN
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 cost and terms
Process and cost of renewing your HUBZone certification
Locating HUBZone opportunities
Marketing your HUBZone certified business
Changes to the HUBZone program

Speakers:

Shane Mahaffy, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist, US.Small Business Administration (SBA)
Benjamin Blanc, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

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

Breaking the Barrier - Rothschild, WI
2020-01-23 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Holiday Inn & Suites, 100 Imperial Drive, Rothschild, WI, 54474, United States
Integrity Grading & Excavating, Inc. cordially invites you to attend “Breaking the Barrier”- a FREE seminar where you will learn what it means to be a Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) in Wisconsin.
Topics include:

Advantages of becoming DBE
How to build a company profile
Where to find work
Bidding on Federal and State projects
Handling compliance issues
Increasing your workforce
Success stories of other DBE’s
Networking
Bonding
Resources and help

**Please RSVP to Kerry Miller at (715) 359-4042 or kerry.miller@integrityge.com

12th Annual End of Year Federal Contractor Update - Oshkosh, WI
2020-01-23 08:00 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | La Sure’s Hall Banquets & Catering, 3125 S Washburn St, Oshkosh, WI, 54904, United States
REGISTRATION FOR THIS EVENT IS CLOSED.

Join Wisconsin’s Federal contractors for a series of briefings focusing on changes and challenges!
Topics this year will include:

Federal Case Law Update
Export Controls and Security Issues
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification
2019 Updates in Contract Management
2019 FAR and DFAR Updates
2019 Small Business Updates
Update on the Ability One Program
Impact of Mentor Protégé, Joint Venture and Affiliation Regulations on Small Businesses
End of Year Federal Contracting Blog

Speakers include:

Lieutenant Colonel Susan M. Depisstyer (Styer), Commander, Defense Contracting Management Agency, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Mike Warner, Vice President and Chief Information Security Officer (CISO), Oshkosh Corporation
William Hughes, Attorney, Husch Blackwell LLP
Brian P. Waagner, Partner, Husch Blackwell LLP
Natalia Kruse, Attorney, Husch Blackwell LLP
Jason Rathsack, Group Lead, Business Operations, DCMA Milwaukee
Eric Ness, Wisconsin District Director, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Nathaniel Milsap, Director, Industrial Security & Technology, Fincantieri Marinette Marine
Daryl Zahn, CFCM, Manager, Contracts and Compliance, DRS Naval Power Systems, Inc.
Linda Klean, Sales and Marketing Manager, Beyond Vision
Helen Henningsen, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)
Aina Vilumsons, CEO, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

Agenda
Speaker Bios
The registration fee for this event is as follows:
NCMA Member $75
Non NCMA Member $95
Government $30
This event is eligible for 6.5 CPE credits.

Federal HUBZone Program: Obtaining Certification and Maximizing Opportunities - Milwaukee, WI
2020-01-21 09:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Superior Equipment and Supply, Co., 4550 S. Burst Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53235, United States
The Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Program can help small businesses in designated areas of Milwaukee (and other designated urban and rural communities) gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities (both as direct and subcontractors).
Currently, many Federal agencies and Federal Prime contractors are NOT meeting their HUBZone goals. This could be a significant potential opportunity for your business.
During this session we will cover:
• The very basics of selling to the Federal Government
• HUBZone certification requirements
• HUBZone certification application process
• Recent changes to the HUBZone program
• Locating HUBZone set aside opportunities
• Marketing your HUBZone certified business
• Renewing your HUBZone certification
Speakers:

Shane Mahaffy, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Benjamin Blanc, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

There is NO COST to attend this workshop, but registration is required.
This workshop will also be held in Milwaukee on January 15, 2020. More info HERE.

Acquisition Hour: Challenges in Estimating Construction Costs
2020-01-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | MN
Effective Cost Estimation is key for securing Federal government construction contracts and for ensuring a reasonable profit is made.
Attendees will learn strategies that will help contractors to analyze financial risks associated with projects and establish complete and accurate pricing for their bids.
This webinar will discuss:
• Thumb in the Air Estimates
• Unit Price Estimate Tools
• Detailed Final Estimates
• Estimating for different contract types
Speaker: Wenbin Yuan, President, Dakota Intertek Corp.
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.

Federal HUBZone Program: Obtaining Certification and Maximizing Opportunities - Milwaukee, WI
2020-01-15 09:00 - 11:30 (America/Chicago) | Havenwoods Economic Development Corporation, 6161 N. 64th St, Milwaukee, WI, 53218, United States
The Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Program can help small businesses in designated areas of Milwaukee (and other designated urban and rural communities) gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities (both as direct and subcontractors).

Currently, many Federal agencies and Federal Prime contractors are NOT meeting their HUBZone goals. This could be a significant potential opportunity for your business.
During this session we will cover:
• The very basics of selling to the Federal Government
• HUBZone certification requirements
• HUBZone certification application process
• Recent changes to the HUBZone program
• Locating HUBZone set aside opportunities
• Marketing your HUBZone certified business
• Renewing your HUBZone certification
Speakers:

Shane Mahaffy, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Benjamin Blanc, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

There is NO COST to attend this workshop, but registration is required.
This workshop will also be held in Milwaukee on January 21, 2020. More info HERE.

Acquisition Hour: The SBA 8(a) Certification Program
2020-01-14 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | MN
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

Speakers:

Shane Mahaffy, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Benjamin Blanc, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
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