Wisconsin Procurement Institute

SAME 2019 Capital Week - Herndon, VA
2019-03-11 08:00 - 2019-03-13 19:00 UTC | Hyatt Regency Dulles, 2300 Dulles Corner Blvd, Herndon, VA, 20171, United States
*More information to follow*

USACE Nashville District Small Business Industry Day - Nashville, TN
2019-03-06 07:30 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | Tennessee State University Avon Williams Campus, 330 10th Ave North, Nashville, WI, 37203, United States
The purpose of this outreach is to offer small businesses the opportunity to learn about USACE and the procurement process. This year’s event is focused on Woman Owned Small Businesses (WOSB) issues and updates.
The other key objective is to “connect” capable small businesses with capable large businesses to form relationships for future contracting opportunities in support of USACE and other federal agencies requirements.
The event is free to attend, the deadline for registering is 1700 CST on 1 March 2019.

WPI and NCMA Wisconsin Chapter CFCM Session 4: FAR Parts 13-15 - Webinar
2019-03-05 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago)
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.

DLA Land and Maritime Webinar - First Article Testing/Product Lot Test
2019-03-05 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

Cybersecurity: Defense Sector Summit - Troy, MI
2019-03-05 - 2019-03-06 | Troy Marriott, 200 W Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI, 48084, United States
NDIA Michigan has made the commitment to be a driving force to ensure that there is continued educational dialog between industry, government, and academia relative to “platform” cybersecurity.
Don’t miss the opportunity to be a part of the conversation!

Small Business Event Vendor Outreach Session - Washington, DC
2019-02-28 09:00 - 12:15 (America/New_York) | Homeland Security Acquisition Institute (HSA), 90 K Street NE Suite 1200, Washington, DC, 20002, United States
Vendor Outreach Sessions are a series of pre-arranged 15-minute appointments with Small Business Specialists from various components of the Homeland Security procurement offices.
These sessions provide the small business community an opportunity to discuss their capabilities and learn of potential procurement opportunities. Also in attendance will be Prime Contractor Small Business Liaisons from several of the large businesses who have contracts with DHS.
There is no cost to the small business vendors.

USACE Rock Island District 2019 Industry Day and Outreach Event - Davenport, IA
2019-02-28 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | Modern Woodman Park, 209 S Gaines St, Davenport, IA, 52802, United States
Join the first US Army Corps of Engineers Rock Island District Industry Day, hosted by SAME Rock Island Post and featuring the upper Mississippi Valley districts of the Corps (St Louis and St Paul).
The event will provide industry a platform for direct engagement with the Corps as well as educational opportunities to position your company to be successful in Government contracting.
What to expect:
• Interactive panels representing Government and Industry
• Basic and Advanced Educational Tracks focused on all aspects of Government contracting
• Networking with business for subcontracting/partnering opportunities
• Roundtable discussion opportunities with technical experts from the Rock Island district
• Roundtable discussion opportunities with other Corps of Engineer districts
This event will be valuable to the following industries: A/E, construction (civil and vertical), recreation, environmental, and suppliers that would assist with operations in any of these industries.

Acquisition Hour: Information Management for Federal Contractors
2019-02-27 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Federal contractors deal with information from a variety of programs and in many instances the information requires special handling which limit its distribution and/or sharing. The handling and sharing requirements apply to the information in all of its formats – printed, sketched, discussed, or viewable as an end product, a model or mockup.
Protecting this information is a required and essential element of contract compliance.
This webinar will provide an overview of the key elements and considerations that should be included when developing processes and procedures that are consistent with the requirements.
Speaker: Marc Violante – Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)
This webinar is eligible for 1.1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE

GSA Acquisition Training - Basic Contracting for GSA Schedules - Webinar
2019-02-27 10:30 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
This comprehensive training course covers Federal Supply Schedules contracting and ordering procedures. It addresses placing orders against Multiple Award Schedules, as outlined in Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) Subpart 8.4. In this course you will learn about the unique flexibility within the GSA Schedules program.
This is a four (4) CLP credit course. Note: This webinar satisfies the FAC-C Level 1 training requirement (equivalent to FAC 023).

WPI and NCMA Wisconsin Chapter CFCM Session 3: FAR Parts 16-18; 10-12 - Webinar
2019-02-26 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago)
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: Understanding Your Obligations When Quoting and Receiving Awards from Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) DIBBS
2019-02-26 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
When your business submits a quote through the Defense Logistics Agency’s DIBBS, you are not just quoting a price. You are also indicating that you have an understanding of the full requirements and obligations that will come with the award.
Businesses bidding on manufactured parts and related items of supply should read and understand the DEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCY (DLA) MASTER SOLICITATION FOR AUTOMATED SIMPLIFIED ACQUISITIONS prior to submitting a bid.
Beginning in October, 2017, on all automated solicitations and awards, the mandatory FAR and DFARS provisions and clauses cited in the DLA Master Solicitation for Automated Simplified Acquisitions started appearing on automated solicitation and award documents.
The master solicitation is used for mandatory DLAD clauses, conditional FAR/DFARS/DLAD provisions and clauses, and procurement notes. In the event of a conflict between mandatory provisions and clauses explicitly cited in the automated solicitations and awards and those located in the master solicitation, part II, subpart A, the mandatory provisions and clauses cited in the automated solicitation or award will take precedence.
When manually issued solicitations and/or awards reference the DLA Master Solicitation for Automated Simplified Acquisitions for mandatory and conditional provisions and clauses, and the procurement notes, those provisions, clauses and procurement notes are incorporated by reference and have the same force and effect as full text.
What will be covered in this session:

Overview of the DLA Master Solicitation which is referenced in E-Procurement Automated Simplified Acquisitions
Discussion of the FAR’s, DFAR’s, and Procurement Notes that are part of the Master Solicitation that will apply to your contract
The evaluation factors for awards
Other relevant and important information

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

Clark/Blinderman Small Business Subcontractor Outreach Event - Gurnee, IL
2019-02-26 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Holiday Inn Gurnee Convention Center, 6161 West Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL, 60031, United States
Learn more about the new Unaccompanied Housing project at the Great Lakes Naval Station. Members of the Clark/Blinderman team, design partner FGM Architects, and key design-build subcontractors will be on hand to answer questions and share details about:

Small Business participation – SB, SDB, VOSB, SDVOSB, WOSB, HubZone
Project scope and subcontractor trades including Civil/ Sitework, Concrete, Misc Metals/ Decking, Masonry/ Enclosure, Finishes and Interiors, Mechanical/ Plumbing/ Fire Protection and Electrical/ Low Voltage
Project Schedule and Bid Package timing

ISO 9001:2015 Internal Auditor Training - Menomonie, WI
2019-02-25 08:00 - 2019-02-26 16:30 (America/Chicago) | University of Wisconsin-Stout Memorial Student Center, 302 10th Avenue E, Menomonie, WI, 54751, United States
This course will provide a detailed review of the ISO standard requirements and the proof that should be available to the auditor.
Attendees will perform practiced audits using an organization’s department documentation to learn how to audit, be audited and record the results, and will leave with true-to-life auditing experience.

NAVFAC EURAFWA / SAME 2019 Government-Industry Engagement Forum - Naples, Italy
2019-02-25 - 2019-02-27
SAME and NAVFAC Europe-Africa-Southwest Asia (EURAFSWA) are collaborating on a joint forum to help our military and industry partners achieve excellence and efficiency in contracting.
Education sessions will be culled from a call for presentations; topics being solicited are those identified by NAVFAC as areas in which expertise is sought to help full capability gaps.

Manufacturing Matters! 2019 - Milwaukee, WI
2019-02-21 08:00 - 16:15 (America/Chicago) | Hyatt Regency Milwaukee, 333 West Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53203, United States
“Make it Happen!” is the 2019 Manufacturing Matters! conference theme. Manufacturers’ confidence hasn’t been this high in years. The economy is strong, and more things become possible each day.
There are, of course, challenges in this dynamic business environment. Labor is tightening. Technologies are changing the way work is done. Tariffs are creating uncertainty. Better, faster, cheaper, cleaner, and “right now” are the mantras of key customers.
But the pros outweigh the cons and this environment favors the bold, those who “Make it Happen” now rather than sitting on the sidelines to see who will pass them by.
There will be 18 total breakout sessions to choose from with three sessions in each of the following six conference tracks:

Workforce Excellence
Improving Productivity
Leading for Success
Strategic Growth
Leveraging Sustainability
Industry 4.0/Technology

U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Chicago District Business Opportunities Open House (BOOH) - Chicago, IL
2019-02-20 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Chicago District Office, 231 S LaSalle St, Chicago, IL, 60604, United States
This free event will allow federal, state and local government agencies, nonprofit organizations and others to meet district leadership, program managers and cost, civil, electrical, mechanical and structural engineers, plus representatives in emergency management, real estate, regulatory, safety, navigation, public affairs, contracting and small business to network and discuss construction procurement opportunities.

WPI and NCMA Wisconsin Chapter CFCM Session 2: FAR Parts 1-9 - Webinar
2019-02-19 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago)
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.

GSA Acquisition Training - Order Level Materials - Webinar
2019-02-13 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
This course will provide an overview of the authority to acquire Order-Level Materials under certain Federal Supply Schedules, to include implementation at the FSS solicitation, contract, and order levels.
This is a two (2) CLP credit course.

Acquisition Hour: Overview of CPARS
2019-02-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago)
Past Performance may impact future contract awards.
As a Federal Contractor it is critical for you to understand the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) which collects and maintains Contractor’s Past Performance Information. Past performance is now one of the most important selection criteria in Government contracting. It is critical for the Contractor to review the comments and ratings for timeliness and accuracy. Contractors should be aware that there may be an opportunity to modify results with the assessing official and possibly shape the performance evaluation.
Understanding the process and management of the CPARS process may be critical to you winning the next contract you are bidding.
This webinar will provide insights into:

What is CPARS
What contracts are reported by CPARS
The CPARS process
Other Federal Government rating systems – Recent updates
How to maximize your past performance rating
Increased importance of Small Business Utilization

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

33rd Annual Golden Shovel Awards - Pewaukee, WI
2019-02-13 00:00 - 2019-02-14 00:00 UTC | Country Springs Conference Center, 2810 Golf Road, Pewaukee, WI, 53072, United States
This conference is an opportunity for DBE firms to network and connect with Wisconsin’s construction industry decision makers.
Activities will include:

Transportation panel and construction forecast for 2018
Networking with highway construction and building trade professionals
Foxconn and highway vehicle technology panel
Relationship-building networking reception

WPI and NCMA Wisconsin Chapter CFCM Study Session One - Webinar
2019-02-12 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago)
The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and National Contract Management Association (NCMA) are hosting a series of CFCM study sessions for 2019. 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.

DLA Land and Maritime Webinar - Technical Data Packages (Bid Sets and cFolders)
2019-02-12 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)

GSA Acquisition Training - GSA Schedules and Small Business - Webinar
2019-02-12 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
This training course defines and describes small business in the federal marketplace and how socioeconomic goals can be achieved using the GSA Schedules program. Learn the rules for set asides and how to best ensure small business participation following rules established in FAR Subpart 8.4.
This is a two (2) CLP credit course.

Acquisition Hour: Intellectual Property for Government Contractors and Subcontractors
2019-02-12 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago)
When doing business with the Federal Government, you (the contractor) may encounter situations where the government is entitled to receive intellectual property rights. The scope of government rights in a contractor’s intellectual property depends primarily on the type of intellectual property at issue, specifically, whether the intellectual property is a patent or patentable intellectual property, copyrighted material, or rights in technical data or computer software.
Small businesses participating in the SBIR/STTR programs especially encounters those different types of IP and should have a good understanding of the rights the government may be entitled to and small businesses participating in the SBIR/STTR program it is important to understanding Intellectual Property (IP) ‐ Patents, Trade Secrets,Trademarks, and Copyrights
Companies should not shy away from business opportunities with the government out of fear they will lose valuable intellectual property rights. However, it is critical that a company seeking to do business with the government, either as a prime or subcontractor, understand its intellectual property rights.
This webinar will help you understand the many differences in property rights and help you insure that you are only providing the government with what is strictly necessary.
Speaker: Laura J. Grebe, Attorney, Husch Blackwell LLP
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE

GSA Acquisition Training - GSA eBuy: A New Overview - Webinar
2019-02-07 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
In this course, you will learn about the new, user-friendly GSA e-Buy program, and how it functions to benefit both the government buyer and the vendor. Learn how to use this electronic Request for Quote (RFQ) tool.
This is a two (2) CLP credit course.

GSA Acquisition Training - GSA Global Supply - Webinar
2019-02-06 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
This specialized training course focuses on GSA Global Supply’s requisition-based ordering for thousands of products. From office supplies to tools and cleaning products, GSA Global Supply makes it easy to find and buy common-use items that fulfill all federal procurement guidelines. Learn about ordering and payment options that make purchasing easy and efficient.
This is a two (2) CLP credit course.

2019 Facilities Management Workshop - San Antonio, TX
2019-02-06 - 2019-02-08
The SAME/IFMA Facilities Management Workshop is an intensive series of sessions for facilities management practitioners addressing topics including facilities management best practices, asset management, lifecycle sustainability, energy efficiency and strategic sourcing.
The workshop will provide insight from both the public and private sectors on emerging trends in facilities management and related fields, and includes networking functions and an exhibit hall.

DLA Land and Maritime Webinar - Post Award Overview
2019-02-05 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)

GSA Acquisition Training - GSA Schedules vs. Open Market - Webinar
2019-02-05 13:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York)
This course will familiarize you with commonly-used methods of acquisition: issuing task or delivery orders under GSA’s Multiple Award Schedules (MAS) (FAR Subpart 8.4), and the Simplified Acquisition Procedures of FAR 13 or negotiating a stand-alone contract under FAR Part 15.
This course will explore the differences and similarities between Subpart 8.4 and Parts 13 & 15 procedures, advantages and disadvantages for various situations, and help you analyze the alternatives as you develop your acquisition strategy.
This is a two (2) CLP credit course.

GSA Acquisition Training - GWAC Overview (DPA Training) - Webinar
2019-02-05 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York)
Governmentwide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs) enable federal agencies to buy cost-effective, innovative solutions for information technology (IT) requirements. Because most, if not all, government agencies have a need to buy IT services and solutions, GSA has made this purchasing convenient through its GWAC Programs.
In this continuous learning module, you will learn about the 8(a) STARS II, Alliant, Alliant 2, Alliant Small Business, Alliant 2 Small Business and VETS 2 GWACs.
This is a two (2) CLP credit course.
