Wisconsin Procurement Institute

Doing Business With DLA - Webinar
2020-04-08 14:00 - 15:00, 2020-03-11 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Chicago) | WI
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: Understanding and Protecting the DOD Supply Chain
2020-04-08 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | WI
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
Supply Chains are vital to DoD being able to execute its mission. They are often complex, lengthy and involve numerous businesses. Understanding what they are, how they are used and what is important to their success can be key to maintaining and/or unlocking business opportunities at either a contract level or at a system level. This webinar will explore how the various pieces of this system work together and what contractors need to know as threats to these vital links continue to increase.
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.

Contracting Assistance – COVID-19 Webinar
2020-04-08 11:00 - 11:45 UTC | WI
In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars offered three-times a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11:00.
The webinar will also be offered on:

April 10th

WPI and NCMA WI Chapter CFCM Study Session 9: FAR Parts 42-53 - Webinar
2020-04-07 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | WI
Speakers: Daryl Zahn, CFCM, Manager Contracts and Compliance, DRS Power and Control Technologies, Inc. and Jason Rathsack, Group Lead, Business Operations, DCMA.
The ninth session of the FAR review will cover FAR parts 42-53. You can view the FAR by CLICKING HERE.
Part 42: Contract Administration and Audit Services
Part 43: Contract Modifications
Part 44: Subcontracting Policies and Procedures
Part 45: Government Property
Part 46: Quality Assurance
Part 47: Transportation
Part 48: Value Engineering
Part 49: Termination of Contracts
Part 50: Extraordinary Contractual Actions and The Safety Act
Part 51: Use of Government Sources by Contractors
Part 52: Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses
Part 53: Forms
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: Focus on the first principles of Federal contract management during unsettled times
2020-04-07 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | WI
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
Under the best of circumstances, contract management is challenging. Adding in the unknowns and uncertainties of managing during a Pandemic creates an altogether new and previously unseen contract management landscape. This webinar will identify and review potential scenarios that may unfold and why it is so important to focus on the fundamentals and first principles of contract management when working in such unsettled times.
Presenter: Marc Violante
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
View a schedule of all upcoming webinars.

Contracting Assistance – COVID-19 Webinar
2020-04-06 11:00 - 11:45 UTC | WI
In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars offered three-times a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11:00.
The webinar will also be offered on:

April 8th
April 10th

Contracting Assistance – COVID-19 Webinar
2020-04-03 11:00 - 11:45 UTC | WI
In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars offered three-times a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11:00.
The webinar will also be offered on:

April 6th
April 8th
April 10th

Contracting Assistance – COVID-19 Webinar
2020-04-01 11:00 - 23:45 UTC | WI
In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars offered three-times a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11:00.
The webinar will also be offered:

April 3rd
April 6th
April 8th
April 10th

NCMA Subcon Training Workshops - McLean, VA
2020-04-01 - 2020-04-02 | The Ritz-Carlton Tysons Corner, 1700 Tysons Blvd, McLean, WI, 22102, United States
NCMA’s SubCon Training Workshops (SubCon) provides in-depth subcontracts training led by experienced instructors. and breakout sessions.
Choose your schedule each day based on your individual training needs: spend a full day in a single-topic immersion workshop or attend four 1.5-hour breakout sessions covering multiple topics.
CPEs/CLPs: 12 credits

WPI and NCMA WI Chapter CFCM Study Session 8: FAR Parts 34-41 - Webinar
2020-03-31 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | WI
Speaker: Daryl Zahn, CFCM, Manager Contracts and Compliance, DRS Power and Control Technologies, Inc.
The eighth session of the FAR review will cover FAR parts 34-41. You can view the FAR by CLICKING HERE.
Part 34: Major System Acquisition
Part 35: Research and Development Contracting
Part 36: Construction and Architect – Engineer Contracts
Part 37: Service Contracting
Part 38: Federal Supply Schedule Contracting
Part 39: Acquisition of Information Technology
Part 41: Acquisition of Utility Services
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.

Contracting Assistance – COVID-19 Webinar
2020-03-30 11:00 - 11:45 UTC | WI
In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars offered three-times a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11:00.
The webinar will also be offered:

April 1st
April 3rd
April 6th
April 8th
April 10th

Contracting Assistance - COVID-19 Webinar
2020-03-27 11:00 - 11:45 UTC | WI
In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars offered three-times a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11:00
The webinar will also be offered:

March 30th
April 1st
April 3rd
April 6th
April 8th
April 10th

Cancelled - Boots to Business Reboot - Stevens Point, WI
2020-03-27 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | IDEA Center, 1039 Ellis St, Stevens Point, WI, 54481, United States
The curriculum provides assistance to those interested in exploring business ownership or other self-employment opportunities by leading participants through the key steps for evaluating business concepts and providing foundational knowledge required to develop a business plan. Participants are introduced to a broad spectrum of entrepreneurial business concepts and resources available to access start-up capital, technical assistance, contracting opportunities, and more.

B2BR Registration Process

Interested participants must first create an account. Minimum required information is 1) First and Last Name, 2) An active civilian email address, and 3) Service Status.

Participants can choose to provide supplemental information to fill out their Community profile. Once logged in, participants can identify and register in a particular B2BR class/location on the upcoming B2BR course calendar, receive class notifications, and download class curriculum materials.

Contracting Assistance - COVID-19 Webinar
2020-03-25 11:00 - 11:45 UTC | WI
In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars offered three-times a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11:00.
The webinar will also be offered:

March 27th
March 30th
April 1st
April 3rd
April 6th
April 8th
April 10th

WPI and NCMA WI Chapter CFCM Study Session 7: FAR Parts 30-33 - Webinar
2020-03-24 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | WI
Speakers: Daryl Zahn, CFCM, Manager Contracts and Compliance, DRS Power and Control Technologies, Inc. and Jason Rathsack, Group Lead, Business Operations, DCMA.
The seventh session of the FAR review will cover FAR parts 30-33. You can view the FAR by CLICKING HERE.
Part 30: Cost Accounting Standards Administration
Part 31: Contract Costs Principles and Procedures
Part 32: Contract Financing
Part 33: Protests, Disputes and Appeals
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.

Contracting Assistance - COVID-19 Webinar
2020-03-23 11:00 - 11:30 UTC | WI
In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars offered three-times a week, Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 11:00.
Webinars will also be offered March 27th and 29th.

Acquisition Hour: How the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Will Impact Your Business
2020-03-20 13:00 - 14:00 UTC | WI
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
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.

CANCELLED - Veterans Bonanza - La Crosse, WI
2020-03-19 11:00 - 17:00 UTC | Radisson Hotel, 200 Second St. S, 200 Harborview Plaza, La Crosse, WI, 54601, United States
The Largest Veterans event in the Tri-State Area!
Services Available:

Healthcare (Mental, Counseling, In-Home)
Dental
Nursing Care
Financial Advice
VA Claims
Retirement Planning
End of Life Planning
Military Records
Employment
Recreation
Free Legal Clinic

and much more!

Acquisition Hour: Creating Advanced Queries with the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS)
2020-03-18 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | WI
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
Take your insight into government procurement to the next level with this webinar on advanced features of the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS) (https://www.fpds.gov) Dig into the FPDS ad-hoc query model to understand how to develop queries that focus on answering your questions and how to mine the treasure trove of information that is available.
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 6: FAR Parts 19-23; 24-29 - Webinar
2020-03-17 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | WI
Speaker: Daryl Zahn, CFCM, Manager Contracts and Compliance, DRS Power and Control Technologies, Inc.
The sixth session of the FAR review will cover FAR parts 19-23; 24-29. You can view the FAR by CLICKING HERE.
Part 19: Small Business Programs
Part 22: Application of Labor Laws to Government Acquisitions
Part 23: Environment, Energy and Water Efficiency, Renewable Energy Technologies, Occupational Safety, and Drug-Free Workplace
Part 24: Protection of Privacy and Freedom of Information
Part 25: Foreign Acquisition
Part 26: Other Socioeconomic Programs
Part 27: Patents, Data and Copyrights
Part 28: Bonds and Insurance
Part 29: Taxes
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: Market Segmentation for Enhanced Business Development
2020-03-17 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Chicago) | WI
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
Focus your time and resources on learning about and marketing to the most important buying offices for your business. This is a key step in Market Segmentation. Explore key factors that are of interest and importance to your business and its success. Recognize opportunities that will consume time, effort and funds but are more flyers than true opportunities. Apply these factors and develop a Go/No-go strategy to be used for both customer and opportunity selection.
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 Training, Knowledge, and Opportunities (TKO) Seminar
2020-03-17 08:00 - 2020-03-18 16:30 (America/New_York) | WI
The TKO seminar is a session that teaches vendors how to START doing business with Defense Logistics Agency. Vendors learn how to find open solicitations, how to submit a quote through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS), the procedures for viewing/downloading drawings, and how to use Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) to get paid.
There will also be many other relevant topics of discussion. This course is designed for dealers, distributors, and manufacturers, but NOT a company that provides services. All sessions are held at DLA Land and Maritime, Columbus, Ohio, free of charge. The only cost you incur is lodging, food, and transportation based on individual location.
Seminars are held from 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM EST.

Making Connections that Count! A Matchmaking Event - Chicago, IL
2020-03-16 09:00 - 13:00 UTC | Ralph H. Metcalfe Federal Building, 77 W Jackson Blvd, Room 328, Chicago, IL, 60604, United States
Is Subcontracting Right For You? The General Services Administration (GSA), Great Lakes Region (R5), Office of Small Business Utilization (OSBU) wants ​to help WOSB’s find and secure contract opportunities with the Federal Government. One way to grow your business is through subcontracting. ​Brock Construction Inc.,
(https://brockconstructionva.com/) and IYKA Inc. (https://iyka.com/) (both confirmed) are prime contractors who​ have expressed a desire to meet with WOSBs interested in learning more about subcontract opportunities with their company.
On Monday, March 16, 2020, 9:00 a.m – 1:00 p.m. (CST), ​the Great Lakes, Region 5, Office of Small Business Utilization (​R5OSBU​)​ will be hosting a Women-Owned Small Business Event. The location is the Ralph H. Metcalfe Federal Building, 77 West Jackson Blvd, Conference Room 331, Chicago, IL 60604. Event details are as follows:

Brock Construction Inc., and IYKA Inc. will be presenting and participating in ​a panel discussion which ​will include best practices for contracting​, relationship building​ and their subcontractor process​
WOSB Capabilities Introductions
Networking opportunities with Brock Construction and IYKA​
Brock Construction is seeking WOSB’s with NAICS code 236220
IYKA is seeking WOSB’s with NAICS codes 541511 & 541512

Registration closes Thursday, March 12, 2020, 5:00 p.m. CST.

AT&T: Community Business Fostering Event - Milwaukee
2020-03-12 08:30 - 14:00 UTC | Milwaukee County War Memorial Center, 750 N Lincoln Memorial Drive, Milwaukee, WI, 53202, United States
Join the North Central MSDC and WBDC-Wisconsin at the (free) AT&T: Community Business Fostering Event. The goal of this program, in partnership with AT&T, is to encourage aspiring and/or established diverse businesses for growth and success, through connections to business resource experts. The following (and more) will be resource tables at the event:

WPI
WWBIC
Wisconsin WBDC
North Central MSDC
SE Wisconsin SCORE
SBDC at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Quaryle & Brady LLP
adBidtise

8:30-9:00 AM- Check-in/Registration
9:00 AM- AT&T – Welcome
9:45-2:00 PM – Program
The program topics include (program order may change):

Business Innovation: Jason Rebello, Managing Partner, Rebel Ventures and consultant for WBDC’s Innovation Network.
Open the Door: Secrets and Answers to Start-Ups and Acquisitions: Ed Stein, Mentor, SCORE Southeastern, WI
Choosing a Legal Entity for Your Business Patricia A. Hintz, Partner, Quarles & Brady LLP
Getting Your Financials in Order: Jason E. Mueller, Program Manager, Small Business Development Center, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Marketing & Building Your Customer Base: Katherine Ramirez, Owner & Creative CEO of adBidtise

Acquisition Hour: Update on the Hour Wage Labor Law
2020-03-11 12:00 - 13:00 UTC | WI
REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START
This session will provide attendees with an update on federal wage-hour laws to help employers maintain compliance with Davis-Bacon and Related Acts, Service Contract Act and Fair Labor Standards Act provisions. A particular emphasis will be placed on the application of these laws in the construction industry.
This webinar will cover:

Prevailing wages
Completing certified payrolls forms
The correct payment of overtime
Tests used to determine if an employee should be classified as exempt
The Davis Bacon Act

Speaker: Corey Walton, Community Outreach and Resource Planning Specialist – U.S. Department of Labor/Wage & Hour Division
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 5: FAR Parts 1-18 - Practice Test Review - Webinar
2020-03-10 18:00 - 19:30 (America/Chicago) | WI
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) | WI
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.
