Wisconsin Procurement Institute

Doing Business With the U.S. Forest Service - Iron River, MI
2019-06-19 13:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Windsor Center, 612 W. Adams Street (US2), Iron River, MI, 49935, United States
In Fiscal Year 2018, the US Forest Service awarded over $1.6 billion in contracts.
Join us for this unique opportunity and network with and learn directly from the US Forest Service Lake State Acquisition Team about what it takes to do business with the U.S. Forest Service!
USFS manages over 193 million acres of national forest. Within the Northern Michigan and Northern Wisconsin area there are four national forests:

Hiawatha National Forest – Gladstone, MI
Huron-Manistee National Forest – Cadillac, MI
Ottawa National Forest – Ironwood, MI
Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest – Park Falls and Rhinelander, WI

Acquisition Hour: 6 Tips for Successful Joint Venture Agreements
2019-06-19 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
This webinar will cover the ins-and-outs of joint venture agreements and identify key tips for ensuring that your joint venture agreements work for you.
The webinar will cover:

How to find the right JV partner
The various ways of structuring the JV
The most important elements of the JV agreement
What to be aware of if something goes wrong during the JV relationship

Speaker: Steven A. Neeley, Husch Blackwell LLP, DC Office
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE

DLA Land and Maritime Webinar - 8(a) Question and Answer Session (With Program Manager)
2019-06-18 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
Webinar is 2:00 -3:00 pm EST and held using Adobe Connect. For information on webinar and how to register, please CLICK HERE

DLA Land and Maritime Training, Knowledge and Opportunities Seminar - Columbus, OH
2019-06-18 08:00 - 2019-06-19 16:00 UTC
The TKO seminar is a free 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 Invoicing, Receipt, Acceptance and Property Transfer (iRAPT) to get paid.
*Registration to follow*

MICC Fort McCoy Acquisition Forecast Open House - Fort McCoy, WI
2019-06-13 08:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Wisconsin Military Academy (WMA) – Daley Hall (Building 90), 90 South 10th Ave, Fort Mccoy, WI, 54660
*Registration for this event has closed*
Fort McCoy would like to cordially invite you to an Acquisition Forecast Forum with representatives from Fort McCoy Units and Mission Installation Contracting Command (MICC) who will provide their anticipated forecast opportunities for Small Businesses in FY 2019.

Acquisition Hour: State and Federal Certifications for Veteran and Service Disabled Veteran Owned Businesses
2019-06-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
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) and Benjamin Blanc, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE

2019 Commanders' Briefing Webinar
2019-06-12 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
USACE District Engineer Briefings will be held via webinar on Wednesday, June 12, 2019. Cost will be $100 for private sector participants and free for public sector participants.
All proceeds will go to support the Rock Island Post scholarship fund!
This year we will have District Engineers from:

Rock Island District
Chicago District
Omaha District
Kansas City District
Saint Paul District
Saint Louis District
Louisville District

These Districts will be presenting their FY19, FY20 and out-year programs for the benefit of our members, especially the Architect/Engineer community.

RESCHEDULED - Growing Your Business in Oneida County Wisconsin - Rhinelander, WI
2019-06-12 08:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | Nicolet College Theater, Lakeside Center, 5364 College Dr, Rhinelander, WI, 54501, United States
*This event will be rescheduled.*
This session will focus on four specific areas critical to small business success:

Government Contracting Opportunities
Financial Assistance/Capital Injection Lending
Sales and Marketing
Workforce Challenges

The opportunity to network with speakers and attendees will follow the program!

Acquisition Hour: GSA Schedule Contract Management and Administration
2019-06-11 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
You now have your GSA schedule. You worked long and hard to secure that contract. It is critical to ensure that your contract is up to date and compliant to maximize the long term value of your schedule contract.
This webinar will cover:

First steps after you sign your contract
Company-wide support from purchasing, accounting, marketing, and sales
GSA Advantage- what do I include?
Industrial Funding Fee- how do you collect, record and reimburse.
Modifications- When?
Terms and conditions and price list
Websites, catalogs and links

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

Small Business Webinar with Great Lakes Dredge and Dock Company
2019-06-06 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago)
With a focus on Small Business Opportunities, education and networking, GLDD is co-hosting an outreach event with the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI).
Speaker: Marc Violante, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)
This webinar will provide the following presentations:
• Brief summary of the free resources provided online by SBA (Small Business Administration), by Norma Alberts, GLDD LLC
• GLDD’s specific project needs: tugboat & towing services, endangered species observers, diesel fuel (#2 low sulfur-marine diesel), safety products,
• Rental equipment, welding machining, rental apartments and marine hardware and supply.
• WPI’s Director, Federal Market Strategies Specialist, Marc Violante, will speak on the following topic,
“The application of market research to strategic marketing and proposal development”.
• Question and answer period.
This webinar is free to attend, however registration via email is required in advance.Nor
Please fill out registration form and email to njalberts@gldd.com along with your capabilities statement to receive an access link.

DLA Land and Maritime Webinar - First Destination Transportation (FDT)
2019-06-04 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)

Rural Strong - Marinette, WI
2019-06-04 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | InVenture, 1320 Main Street, Marinette, WI, 54143, United States
Join this free panel and discussion focused on empowering rural small businesses and communities.
Hear from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) about local resources!

USDA SBIR/STTR Program Essentials - Webinar
2019-05-30 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
Have you considered adding USDA grants to your company’s funding strategy? With ten SBIR topics ranging from plant production, to rural development, your innovation may find a home with in USDA’s program.
Join us for a 1-hour webinar featuring Elden Hawkes, USDA SBIR Program Specialist.
In this webinar, discussion will cover the basic information on the USDA program including the funding rates for Phase I and II, a description of USDA’s 10 topic areas, the application submission and peer review processes, and the solicitation timeline.

Acquisition Hour: Innovation in the Federal Marketplace
2019-05-29 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
The Federal Innovation Marketplace is alive and well. It seems to be both evolving and expanding. It may very well be your next customer and you may have an idea that will be instrumental in solving or taming one of the country’s most vexing problems or saving lives.
This marketplace has programs, talent scouts, Venture Capital and a variety of business tools to help get your ideas, your research into a practical and usable stage which is ready for the next step. Of course, as the saying goes, there is no free lunch.
These programs have processes, procedures and requirements that govern application to these programs and the execution of any resulting contracts.
This webinar will explore a variety of these programs, overarching requirements and will provide those who participate with a listing of programs and associated URL’s.
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

DLA Land and Maritime Webinar - HubZone Overview (with Program Manager)
2019-05-28 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)

Acquisition Hour: Introduction to Certifications Available to Woman Owned Businesses
2019-05-28 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
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

SAME Industry, Government and Small Business Engagement Series - Great Lakes, IL
2019-05-23 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | National Museum of the American Sailor, Building 42, Naval Station Great Lakes, Great Lakes, IL, 60888, United States
Small businesses including Disadvantaged, Veteran Owned, Service Disabled Veteran Owned, Woman Owned and HUBZone are encouraged to attend!
RuthAnne Hall, Purchasing Manager at Lake County, will be presenting on opportunities with Lake County, IL. There will also be an update on the Naval Station Great Lakes Housing Project.
*Following the program* – Join us for a discussion of BIM! The technology landscape in AEC is always changing and keeping up these trends is important.
In this class we will look at the fundamentals of BIM gaining an understanding of common practices, terminology and workflows. We will dive into some case studies of projects to see how BIM has and is being used. Lastly we will discuss the future of BIM in the practice and where we see it heading.
BIM Speaker: Andrew Rider, BIM Manager, Woolpert
Registration will begin at 11:00 am followed by lunch and presentations at 12:00 pm. Program will end at 1:00 pm.
Registration is required. **Cost has changed from previous years** Credit card payment taken at the door.
Member – $25, Non-Member – $40, Government/Military – $15

USDA SBIR Program Essentials Webinar
2019-05-22 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
Have you considered pursuing USDA grants in your company’s funding strategy? With ten SBIR topics ranging from plant production, to rural development, your innovation may find a home with in USDA’s program.
Would you like to discover if your technology:

Might be commercializable?
Is a fit for one of the USDA SBIR topics?
Might be a fit for another USDA funding opportunity?

Join this 1-hour webinar featuring Elden Hawkes, USDA SBIR Program Specialist. In this webinar, discussion will cover the basic information on the USDA program including the funding rates for Phase I and II, a description of USDA’s 10 topic areas, the application submission and peer review processes, and the solicitation timeline.

Acquisition Hour: The U.S. SBA 8(a) Certification Program and HUBZone Certification
2019-05-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
The U.S. SBA 8(a) Certification Program
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 would benefit from the benefits of the 8(a) program.
This webinar will cover:

What qualifies a company as SDB
Eligibility Criteria
The application process
Program benefits
Expectations of an 8(a) participant

HUBZone Certification
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.
Currently, many Federal agencies and Federal Prime contractors are NOT meeting their HUBZone goals. This could be a potential opportunity for your business.
This webinar will cover:

HUBZone certification requirements
HUBZone certification application process
Renewing your HUBZone certification
Locating HUBZone set aside opportunities
Marketing your HUBZone certified business
Recent changes to the HUBZone program

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

Leveraging Resources to Grow Your Business - La Crosse, WI
2019-05-22 07:30 - 11:00 (America/Chicago) | Univeristy of Wisconsin-La Crosse – Wimberly Hall Room 104, 1701 Farwell Street, La Crosse, WI, 54601, United States
The event will provide information on how having a principal business location in La Crosse positions a firm for business opportunities with the government sector under the SBA’s program that supports firms located in a Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone).
A substantial part of La Crosse is considered HUBZone and two census tracts are also designated as Opportunity Zones, which encourage investments in firms located in such areas.
In addition, the program will discuss how small businesses and those owned by individuals targeted for support such as veterans, women and minorities may pursue both business and government opportunities to grow their business.

12th Annual NDIA Midwest Government Contracting Symposium - Moline, IL
2019-05-22 - 2019-05-23 | TaxSlayer Center, 1201 River Dr, Moline, Moline, IL, 61265, United States
SAVE THE DATE!
The 2019 Midwest Government Contracting Symposium offers a condensed 2 day format delivering opportunities for government contracting and added valuable content including:

Integrating EAGLE/Industry Days into the 2-day Agenda
Contracting opportunities for the Food Service Industry
The Advanced Planning Briefing for Industry (APBI) requirements element to be focused on Q&A
Attendees will gain access to a broader community of government and industry personnel.
Content will include government/industry panels discussing hot topics.
The Wednesday evening Networking Reception will be held at the Rock Island Arsenal Museum. Plan to attend to network with senior RIA Leaders! Transportation included.

Registration will open on or before January 25, 2019.

DLA Land and Maritime Webinar - Doing Business with DLA
2019-05-21 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)

2019 Worldwide Energy Conference - National Harbor, MD
2019-05-20 - 2019-05-23 | Gaylord National Hotel and Convention Center, 201 Waterfront St, National Harbor, MD, 20745, United States
Be part of the exciting return of DLA Energy Worldwide Energy Conference, where military and government agency stakeholders can find the best products, technologies and services as well as the best practices from the leaders in the energy field.

Business Financing, Planning and Developing New Market Opportunities- Hayward, WI
2019-05-16 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | The Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe University, 13466 W Trepania Rd, Hayward, WI, 54843, United States
As a new or established growing small business, you may face many challenges. For your business to succeed, you need to develop and use a toolbox of resources. These sessions will connect you to business development resources from your area and the State of Wisconsin that could fuel your business growth strategy.
Attendees will have the opportunity to network and speak with presenters before and after the program!
Businesses may also exhibit at the workshop – please indicate in your registration if interested. Exhibitors will be able to set up at 3:00 pm.
AGENDA:
2:30 pm – 3:00 pm – Exhibitor Setup
3:00 pm – 3:45 pm – Registration & Networking
3:45 pm – 4:00 pm – Welcome and Introductions
4:00 pm – 4:20 pm – Welcome and Introductions – presented by David Fleming, Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College

Local, State and Federal Marketplace Opportunities & Certification – presented by the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

4:20 pm – 4:45 pm – Tribal Marketplace Opportunities (E.G. Doing Business With the Lac Courte Oreilles Band of Lake Superior Chippewa) and Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe Community College Business Development Resources – presented by David Fleming, Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwa Community College
4:45 pm – 5:30 pm – Small Business Development Resources

Business Planning
Financial Planning
Marketing Products & Native American/Tribal DBE Resources

5:30 pm -5:45 pm – Small Business loan Programs – presented by WIBA/WI-CLANS and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
5:45 pm – 6:00 pm – Networking

Wisconsin Women's Business Conference - Eau Claire, WI
2019-05-16 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | UW-Eau Claire Davies Center, 77 Roosevelt Ave, Eau Claire, WI, 54701, United States
Attend this one-day event featuring respected Wisconsin speakers, entrepreneurs, and visionaries.
Designed to inspire and connect you with other empowering women, this event will provide you with the resources you are looking for to start, improve, or expand your business. At this full-day conference, you’ll learn from established members of the business community in Western Wisconsin, talk to business assistance providers, and network with other women in business.

100+ businesses display their services and products in the exhibitor hall
20 educational sessions and roundtables cover a wide range of topics
One-on-one counseling available to discuss specific business questions

30th Annual Wisconsin Lenders Conference - Wisconsin Dells, WI
2019-05-16 - 2019-05-17 | Kalahari Conference Center, 1305 Kalahari Dr., Wisconsin Dells, WI, 53965, United States
This conference will provide educational information and updates for commercial lenders through presentations from SBA, SBDC, RMA, Regulatory Agencies, and more!
Attend the annual conference for bank presidents, CEOs, Board and Chamber Directors, CPAs, Commercial Lenders, Credit Analysts, Tellers, Collection Managers, Financial, Economic Development Professionals, Business Chambers, Small Business Owners – anyone in lending!
A variety of sessions will be available for new and experienced lenders and those who work with SBA loans. The conference also features a networking reception and a chance to engage with exhibitors.

Business Financing, Planning and Developing New Market Opportunities - Eau Claire, WI
2019-05-15 17:30 - 20:30 (America/Chicago) | Chippewa Valley Technical College – Casper Conference Center West, 620 W Clairemont Ave, Eau Claire, WI, 54701, United States
This event will connect you to business development resources from your area and the State of Wisconsin that could fuel your business growth strategy. Attendees will have the opportunity to network and speak with presenters before and after the program!
Businesses may also exhibit at the workshop – please indicate in your registration if interested.
Agenda:
5:00 pm – 5:30 pm – Vendor Set-up
5:30 pm – 6:00 pm – Registration & Networking
6:00 pm – 6:10 pm – Introductions – May yer Thao, Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce (HWCC)
6:10 pm – 6:35 pm – Local, State and Federal Marketplace Opportunities & Certification Processes – Benjamin Blanc, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) & U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
6:35 pm – 7:00 pm – Marketing and Social Media
7:00 pm – 7:30 pm – Small Business Development Resources

Start-ups, Expansions, Succession Planning –ResourceAbility LLC
Financial Planning – WI-CLANS
Marketing Products, How to Be Found – Benjamin Blanc, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

7:30 pm -8:00 pm – Small Business Loan Programs – WI CLANS, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
8:00 pm – 8:30 pm – Discussion & Networking

Wisconsin Women's Business Pre-Conference Event: Delivering Fantastic Customer Service - Eau Claire, WI
2019-05-15 13:30 - 16:30 (America/Chicago) | UW-Eau Claire Centennial Hall, Room 1704, 105 Garfield Ave, Eau Claire, WI, 54701, United States
Come to the Pre-Conference Event prior to the May 16th Women’s Business Conference!
In this session, you will learn info and tools you can use today to better attract and retain customers and increase your bottom line with little or no additional expense.

Business Financing, Planning and Developing New Market Opportunities - Stevens Point, WI
2019-05-14 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | IDEA Center, 1039 Ellis St, Stevens Point, WI, 54481, United States
As a new or established growing small business, you may face many challenges. For your business to succeed, you need to develop and use a toolbox of resources. These sessions will connect you to business development resources from your area and the State of Wisconsin that could fuel your business growth strategy.
Attendees will have the opportunity to network and speak with presenters before and after the program!
Businesses may also exhibit at the workshop – please indicate in your registration if interested.
Agenda:
2:30 pm – 3:00 pm – Vendor Set-up
3:00 pm – 3:30 pm – Registration and Networking
3:30 pm – 3:40 pm – Introductions – May yer Thao, Hmong Wisconsin Chamber of Commerce (HWCC)
3:40 pm – 4:05 pm – Marketing and Social Media – Small Business Development Center (SBDC)
4:05 pm – 4:30 pm – Local, State and Federal Marketplace Opportunities & Certification Processes – Benjamin Blanc, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) & U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
4:30 pm – 5:15 pm – Small Business Development Resources

Start-ups, Expansions and Succession Planning – CAP Services
Financial Planning – WI CLANS
Marketing Products, How to Be Found – Benjamin Blanc, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

5:15 pm – 5:45 pm – Small Business Loan Programs – WI CLANS / SBA
5:45 pm – 6:00 pm – Discussion & Networking

DLA Land and Maritime Webinar - 8(a) Overview (with Program Manager)
2019-05-14 14:00 (America/New_York)
Webinar is 2:00 pm EST and held using Adobe Connect. For information on webinar and how to register, please CLICK HERE
