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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Preparing for One-on-One Buyer Meetings
DESCRIPTION:The next Acquisition Hour on\, “Preparing for One-on-One Buyer Meetings” will be held on Wednesday\, November 16 at 1:00 PM. To register\, please click here. \nOpportunities are coming up for small businesses to meet with Government Agencies and their Prime Contractors. To take full advantage of these opportunities\, you must do your homework and be prepared. In preparation\, a business must have done their market research on the buyers / primes\, determine the value or solution that their business can provide to the buyers / primes\, have a business card\, a well prepared and focused capabilities statement\, and a prepared elevator pitch. \nJoin Kim Garber from WPI for a discussion on how to prepare for one-on-one buyer meetings. If you are planning to attend The Contracting Academy (TCA)\, In-person / Virtual local buyer meetings and/or Marketplace Wisconsin and would like assistance in preparing for your meetings\, contact Kim Garber at kimg@wispro.org. \n\nSpeakers: Kim Garber\, Director-Small Business Programs\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-preparing-for-one-on-one-buyer-meetings/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221117T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
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SUMMARY:DoD Supplier Roadmap Series: Developing a DoD Business Strategy
DESCRIPTION:The next DoD Supplier Roadmap Series webinar on “Developing a DoD Business Strategy” will be held on November 17 at 1:00 PM. To register\, please click here. \nWelcome to the DoD Supplier Roadmap series. This series is designed to help manufacturers enter and compete in the DoD Marketplace. It is designed to help you understand the DoD market\, the environment\, and most of all the amazing variety of opportunities that are available. The series touches on the key elements of doing business with DoD which range from how to locate opportunities\, identifying customers\, the essential role of past performance and most importantly considerations related to developing a DoD Business Strategy. We hope that you find our DoD Supplier Roadmap series for manufacturers to be informative\, useful and that one resource that can help kick-start your efforts to taking advantage of this market and its opportunities. Anytime you have a question about Federal and/or DoD contracting please call WPI’s main office at 414-270-3600 or email info@wispro.org Our services are always available at no cost and our staff is always ready to provide technical assistance. \nThe goal of a business strategy is to help identify customers that have similar and recurring needs as well as determine what actions\, skills\, and resources a company will need to access and effectively compete in the market. Many companies have an interest or a goal of doing business with DoD\, but they have not done adequate research to identify which of the 24 DoD agencies or the more that 1\,000 contracting offices procure their product(s) and or service(s). This webinar will focus on the most common attributes used to identify and characterize procurements and help to answer the all-important questions – who is my customer? How do they buy? What is required to compete AND who are my competitors? \n\nSpeaker: Benjamin Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view the full schedule of DoD Supplier Roadmap Series webinars\, please click here. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/dod-supplier-roadmap-series-developing-a-dod-business-strategy/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20220822T225950Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220822T225950Z
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SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Incident Identification\, Reporting Requirements\, and Recovery
DESCRIPTION:The Cyber Friday series will discuss the topic\, “Incident Identification\, Reporting Requirements\, and Recovery” on Friday\, November 18\, at 11:00 AM. To register\, please click here. \nBoth FAR 52.204-21 and DFARS 252.204-7012 require companies to report cyber incidents. In addition\, DFARS 252.204-7012 requires companies to implement NIST 800-171 r2 and to formally investigate the incident\, preserve forensic evidence\, and be prepared to support additional information requires from DoD. Additionally\, Section 3.6 of NIST 800-171 r2 requires companies to\, “Establish an operational incident-handling capability for organizational systems that includes preparation\, detection\, analysis\, containment\, recovery\, and user response activities.” This webinar will review these requirements\, references\, resources\, and actions that companies can use to develop their plans. \n\nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Director\, Federal Market Strategies\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nFor the full schedule of the Cyber Friday webinars\, please click here. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/incident-identification-reporting-requirements-and-recovery/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221122T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221122T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20221110T000309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221110T000309Z
UID:10002813-1669118400-1669122000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:USDOT Connections MarketPlace: Teaming Talks Roundtable Sessions (Virtual)
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)\, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) would like to invite you to their Connections MarketPlace webinar on Tuesday\, November 22\, 2022 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM CDT. To register\, click here. \nDuring this Teaming Talks session you will be hearing about how to work with a large prime contractor\, AECOM\, as a teaming partner on opportunities within the federal government and USDOT. To read more about this event\, please click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/usdot-connections-marketplace-teaming-talks-roundtable-sessions-virtual/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="U.S. DOT Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU)":MAILTO:dot-osdbu@dot.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221129T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20220831T224305Z
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: The HUBZone Program - Certification Benefits and Regulations
DESCRIPTION:The next Acquisition Hour webinar on “The HUBZone Program – Certification Benefits and Regulations” will be held on November 29 at 11:00 AM. To register\, please click here. \nThe 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. \nThe 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. Indian reservations and other Indian Country locations automatically qualify as HUBZones. \nCurrently\, many Federal agencies and Federal Prime contractors are NOT meeting their HUBZone goals. This could be a potential opportunity for your business. \nIn this webinar\, you will learn: \n· HUBZone certification requirements\n· Benefits of and applying for an SBA HUBZone certification\n· Terms and no-cost of HUBZone certification\n· Process and no-cost renewal of your HUBZone certification\n· Locating HUBZone opportunities\n· Marketing your HUBZone certified business\n· Changes to the HUBZone program \n\nSpeakers:\nShane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, US.Small Business Administration (SBA)\nBen Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-the-hubzone-program-certification-benefits-and-regulations-5/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221130T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20221119T021209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221119T021209Z
UID:10002814-1669809600-1669820400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:2022 Veterans Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program
DESCRIPTION:The Office of Innovation Outreach USPTO is presenting the 2022 Veterans Innovation and Entrepreneurship Program on Wednesday\, November 30\, 2022 from 12:00PM – 3:00PM\, CDT as a virtual event. To register\, click here. \nAt this event\, you’ll have the opportunity to hear from innovative veterans about their journeys towards successful entrepreneurship. You’ll also learn about critical resources available to entrepreneurs and inventors including training\, counseling\, and access to capital from representatives of entrepreneurial organizations such as the U.S. Small Business Administration\, Bunker Labs\, and the D’Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families at the University of Syracuse. To view a full agenda and the list of speakers at this event\, please click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2022-veterans-innovation-and-entrepreneurship-program/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221202T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20220824T022524Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220824T022524Z
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SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Designing and Using Security Exercises to Test and Improve Security Programs
DESCRIPTION:The fall Cyber Friday series will conclude with the topic\, “Designing and Using Security Exercises to Test and Improve Security Programs” on Friday\, December 2 at 11:00 AM. To register\, please click here. \nCybersecurity plans are developed with the best of intentions\, the utmost care\, and are stored “on the shelf” ready to go. Are they functional and have they been developed in a manner to deal with typical cyber incidents and attacks? Planning and hoping for the best is one strategy – but not a very effective one. There are a variety of other strategies that will support a stronger program such as penetration testing\, external phishing campaigns (ransomware and other)\, and even physical disruption to the network to trigger the incident response plan. These options\, though\, require contracting with specialized firms to perform a limited scope of work. Due to cost and scheduling limitations\, they are often not practical. \nAlternatively\, a company can utilize internally developed and managed exercises to test their cyber incident response capabilities for any number of incidents. Exercises provide two important pieces of feedback. First\, an exercise will provide valuable information on how well the company’s Incident Response plan functions and secondly\, the exercise will test the staff’s knowledge of the plan and their duties within the plan. \nThis webinar will discuss the basic design of an exercise\, available resources and related considerations. \n\nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Director\, Federal Market Strategies\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nFor the full schedule of the Cyber Friday webinars\, please click here. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-designing-and-using-security-exercises-to-test-and-improve-security-programs/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221205
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221207
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20220907T181702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220907T181702Z
UID:10002800-1670198400-1670371199@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:(NCMA) Government Contract Management Symposium
DESCRIPTION:Save the date for the NCMA’s Government Contract Management Symposium being held on December 5 – 6\, 2022 in Bethesda\, MD. \nThis event will feature real-life stories from the field to illustrate how to apply key contracting skills; spotlight the effects of new policies\, regs\, and practices; demonstrate applicable techniques for building your career; and reveal ways practitioners are using innovative methods and technology. \nClick here to visit the event page and to sign up to get notified when registration opens.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/ncma-government-contract-management-symposium-2/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221206T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221206T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20220829T222303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T222303Z
UID:10002267-1670310000-1670353200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Marketplace: Governor's Annual Conference on Diverse Business Development
DESCRIPTION:Online registration is now closed. On-site registration will be available for the Governor’s Annual Conference on Diverse Business Development being held December 6\, 2022. \nThe event will be in person on December 6 at The Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee\, WI. \nCLICK HERE to view the official Marketplace website. \nBuyers confirmed to participate in One-on-One Meetings during Marketplace are listed here. Be sure to review this list again as additional buyers confirm participation in the conference. \nState Government \nState of Wisconsin Department of Administration\nState of Wisconsin Department of Justice\nWisconsin Department of Children and Families\nWisconsin Department of Employee Trust Funds\nWisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR)\nWisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) \nFederal Government \nNational Park Service / Regional Major Acquisitions Buying Office \nLocal Government  \nCity of Milwaukee\nCity of Racine\nCity of Wauwatosa\nKenosha County\nMilwaukee County\nMilwaukee County Office of Equity\nMilwaukee County Zoo\nMilwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD)\nWaukesha County \nCorporate / Government Prime Contractor \nAmerican Family Insurance\nEnbridge Energy\nGE Healthcare\nGilbane Building Company\nHoffman Construction Company\nJP Cullen\nLeonardo DRS Naval Power Systems\nMichels Corporation\nOshkosh Defense\nSnap-on Incorporated\nU.S. Bank\nWPS Health Solutions \nCollege / University \nMarquette University\nMilwaukee Area Technical College (MATC)\nUniversity of Wisconsin – La Crosse\nUniversity of Wisconsin – Madison\nUniversity of Wisconsin – Milwaukee\nUniversity of Wisconsin – System Administration \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wedc-marketplace-governors-annual-conference-on-diverse-business-development-save-the-date/
LOCATION:The Baird Center\, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53203
CATEGORIES:Conference,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation":MAILTO:events@wedc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221207T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20221108T005148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T005148Z
UID:10002811-1670400000-1670443200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:The Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce\, Inc. - Black & Diverse Business Showcase
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce presents the Black and Diverse Business Showcase on Wednesday\, December 7\, 2022 from 8 AM – 8 PM at The Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee\, Wisconsin. Click here to register and to read more. \nThe Showcase will feature a full day of programing\, workshops\, and networking opportunities. New and growing minority\, woman\, veteran\, and LGBTQ+ owned businesses will learn how to prepare their businesses for the Government markets. The workshops will feature area government representatives and business professionals. In addition\, the workshops will also feature resource providers on topics including accounting\, finance\, locating financing\, certifications\, compliance\, sales/marketing\, business management\, and more. \nFor the full agenda\, please click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wbcc-black-diverse-business-showcase/
LOCATION:The Baird Center\, 400 W. Wisconsin Ave.\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53203
CATEGORIES:Conference,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Wisconsin Black Chamber of Commerce%2C Inc.":MAILTO:admin@twbcc.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20220829T223307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T223307Z
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SUMMARY:The Contracting Academy (TCA) - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Click here to register and attend The Contracting Academy. \nTCA Sessions will take place virtually on December 7\, 2022 between 9 AM and 12 NOON Central Time (the day after Marketplace Wisconsin). Sessions will focus on federal and federal prime contractor opportunities for diverse and small businesses. \nThis year’s sessions: \n9:00 AM Central Time – FEDERAL AGENCY PANEL – The Federal Government spends over $600 billion annually on a wide range of goods and services. In the federal market\, small and diverse firms have a competitive advantage – contracting goals are in place for small\, disadvantaged (includes minority)\, woman\, service-disabled veteran and HUBZone certified firms. During this session you will hear from federal agency representatives on what they buy\, what they look for in a contractor\, what opportunities are available and what they expect from their contractors. \nLisa Burns\, USPFO\, Wisconsin National Guard\nSteven Maier\, Small Business Liaison\, Great Lakes Health Care System\, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs\nMichael Chiodi\, MRP Small Business Coordinator – MRP AbilityOne Liaison/Contracting Officer\, U.S. Department of Agriculture\nElizabeth White\, Procurement Analyst\, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers-Headquarters\, Washington\, D.C.\nModerated by Aina Vilumsons\, President and Executive Director\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \n10:00 AM Central Time – FEDERAL PRIME CONTRACTOR PANEL – Large federal prime contractors with large federal contracts are obligated to work with small and diverse businesses. These contractors have what is known as a “small business subcontracting plan” which outlines their subcontracting plans and small business goals. During this session\, federal prime contractors will share information about their firms and about their contracts\, and how a small / diverse business could become their subcontractor. \nBill Deringer\, Global Business Development Manager\, Electric Power Generation (EPG) Caterpillar Defense – BIO\nSara Redford\, Vice President of Procurement\, WPS Health Solutions – BIO\nKevin Lovell\, Director and Senior Program Manager\, Xator Corporation – BIO\nMichael Bond\, Supplier Diversity\, Snap-on Incorporated\nModerated by Aina Vilumsons\, President and Executive Director\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \n11:00 AM Central Time – UNDERSTANDING TEAMING – PARTNERING – MENTORING – JOINT VENTURES – In Federal Government contracting\, your competitor on today’s opportunity may be your partner on the next project. Successful federal contractors understand and leverage the competitive advantage that the various TEAMING methods and programs can bring. During this session you will learn about some of these federal programs\, and how to bring teaming into your Federal Government market development and growth strategy. \nJean Marie Thiel\, President\, Belonger Corporation\, Inc – BIO\nTim Connelly\, Principal\, Tim Connelly Law PLLC – BIO\nDarryl “Shane” Mahaffy\,  Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, Wisconsin District Office\, US SBA – BIO\nModerated by Aina Vilumsons\, President and Executive Director\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/the-contract-academy-tca-virtual-save-the-date/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Conference,Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221213T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20220114T222336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220114T222336Z
UID:10002675-1670936400-1670940000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:DLA TKO: Doing Business with DLA
DESCRIPTION:A Defense Logistic Agency (DLA) Training\, Knowledge\, and Opportunities (TKO) seminar will be held December 13\, 2022 from 1-2 PM CST. The topic will be\, “Doing Business with DLA.” To register\, please click here. From the drop down menu\, please select “DLA Land and Maritime\,” then select the TKO seminar(s) you would like to register for. \nVirtual TKO Seminars and Webinars are collective and/or individual sessions that teach 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 many other topics. These courses are designed for dealers\, distributors\, and manufacturers\, but NOT a company that provides “services.” All sessions are held virtually and free of charge. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/tko-doing-business-with-dla-2/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="DLA Land and Maritime":MAILTO:dla.land.and.maritime.tko.and.webinar.registration@dla.mil
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221215T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221215T113000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20221119T023357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221119T023357Z
UID:10002815-1671091200-1671103800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:DHS Small Business Vendor Outreach Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Each fiscal year (FY) the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)\, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU)\, as part of the Small Business Outreach Program\, conducts ten sessions of 15-minute pre-arranged virtual meetings with small businesses. This online session will take place on December 15\, 2022 from 8:00AM – 11:15AM CDT and will focus on their regular vendor outreach session with small business specialists and prime contractors. \nTo register for any of these sessions you must first create a profile in the DHS electronic appointment scheduling system at this website. After creating your profile\, please click here and scroll down to “Requesting a Vendor Outreach Session Meeting” for information on requesting your meeting.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/dhs-small-business-vendor-outreach-sessions/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221215T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20221209T013142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221209T013142Z
UID:10002317-1671116400-1671121800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Racine Unified School District Small Business Session #1
DESCRIPTION:Please use Building 2\, Entrance A when attending. The Windpoint Conference Room is inside. \nRacine Unified School District is undertaking $595 million in construction projects supported by a referendum passed in 2021. The school board has established goals associated with engaging small and diverse construction-related businesses in these projects. Targeted businesses are located in Racine\, Kenosha\, Walworth\, Waukesha and Milwaukee Counties. \nWhy you should attend this event: \n\nGet an overview of the upcoming RUSD opportunities\nLearn how to participate\nHear from representatives of the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) how to become certified and access other resources for small and diverse businesses
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/racine-unified-school-district-small-business-session-1/
LOCATION:Racine Unified School District | Administrative Services Campus\, 3109 Mount Pleasant St.\, Racine\, WI\, 53404\, United States
CATEGORIES:WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221220T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221220T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20221222T005627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T005627Z
UID:10002823-1671526800-1671548400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Protect Your Intellectual Property with these Steps: Boot Camp
DESCRIPTION:Join hundreds of people and learn about the resources available to you to protect your Intellectual Property and help secure your small business. The event includes an unclassified\, Small Business Cyber Threat Briefing. Hear from NAVY leaders about the imperative for small businesses to protect their data and networks\, as well as protecting sensitive DOD data. Also\, learn all about NAVY Blue Cyber initiative for small business cybersecurity. \nJoin for six\, information-packed hours of specialists describing the resources available for U.S. small businesses\, including those who are already or are considering doing business with the DoD. The event includes an unclassified\, Small Business Cyber Threat Briefing.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/protect-your-intellectual-property-with-these-steps-boot-camp/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221229T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221229T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20221229T203657Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221229T203657Z
UID:10002323-1672300800-1672333200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:15th Annual Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering & Technology Symposium and Advanced Program Briefing for Industry
DESCRIPTION:The National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA)\, Michigan Chapter is hosting the 15th Annual Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering & Technology Symposium and Advanced Program Briefing for Industry (GVSETS & APBI) to provide the opportunity to personally network and share technical research to approximately 1\,800 attendees. \nScientists and engineers from government\, academia and industry are invited to submit papers for the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Michigan Chapter’s 15th Annual GVSETS & APBI\, in coordination with The Engineering Society of Detroit (ESD). The focus of the 2023 Ground Vehicle Systems Engineering Technology Symposium (GVSETS) is partnering with industry\, government\, and academia to meet the Army’s transformational needs. \n\nMarch 13\, 2023 – Draft Paper submission deadline *\nMay 4\, 2023 – Notification of acceptance\nJune 17\, 2023 – Final paper submission *\nAugust 1\, 2023 – Final presentation submission *\nAugust 15\, 2023 – Paper Presentation\n\n*This timetable does not include time for OPSEC review which is required by all government authored/funded papers. Please allow two weeks for OPSEC process prior to submission dates. \nTo read more and to submit a paper\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/15th-annual-ground-vehicle-systems-engineering-technology-symposium-and-advanced-program-briefing-for-industry/
LOCATION:Novi Suburban Collection Showplace\, 46100 Grand River Ave.\, Novi\, MI\, 48374\, United States
CATEGORIES:Out of State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="NDIA Michigan":MAILTO:GVSETS@NDIA-Mich.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230105T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230105T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20221212T201119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221212T201119Z
UID:10002319-1672930800-1672936200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Racine Unified School District Small Business Session #2
DESCRIPTION:Onsite Registration Availabile! \nRacine Unified School District is undertaking $595 million in construction projects supported by a referendum passed in 2021. The school board has established goals associated with engaging small and diverse construction-related businesses in these projects. Targeted businesses are located in Racine\, Kenosha\, Walworth\, Waukesha and Milwaukee Counties. \nWhy you should attend this event: \n\nGet an overview of the upcoming RUSD opportunities\nLearn how to participate\nHear from representatives of the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) how to become certified and access other resources for small and diverse businesses\n\nThe meeting will be held in the MyGatts Conference Room\, located through Door A of Building 1 at the Administrative Services Campus for RUSD. In addition to visitor parking\, there is an overflow parking lot available. To view a map of parking options\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/racine-unified-school-district-small-business-session-2/
LOCATION:Racine Unified School District | Administrative Services Campus\, 3109 Mount Pleasant St.\, Racine\, WI\, 53404\, United States
CATEGORIES:WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230110T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230111T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20221229T222559Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221229T222559Z
UID:10002324-1673337600-1673443800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Training\, Knowledge\, and Opportunities (TKO) Seminar
DESCRIPTION:This Training\, Knowledge\, and Opportunities (TKO) seminar will be held virtually January 10 – 11\, 2023 from 8AM – 1:30PM CDT. \nVirtual TKO Seminars and Webinars are collective and/or individual sessions that teach 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)\, and the procedures for viewing/downloading drawings. There will also be many other relevant topics of discussion. These courses are designed for dealers\, distributors\, and manufacturers\, but NOT a company that provides “services.” \nTo register for this event go to https://tko.dla.mil\, select “DLA Land and Maritime\,” select the correct webinar date\, fill out the registration form\, and additional information will be provided to you.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/virtual-training-knowledge-and-opportunities-tko-seminar-5/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Defense Logistics Agency":MAILTO:FASupplierOps@dla.mil
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230110T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230110T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20220902T005239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220902T005239Z
UID:10002796-1673348400-1673352000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: The SBA 8(a) Program and Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) Program
DESCRIPTION:The next Acquisition Hour webinar on “The SBA 8(a) Program and Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) Program” will be held on January 10\, 2023 at 11:00 AM. Click here to register. \nBusinesses 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. \nWhile 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. \nBusinesses certified under the 8(a) program can also:\n· Receive sole source contracts\n· Compete for set-aside contracts\n· Receive assistance from a Business Opportunity Specialist to help navigate federal contracting\n· Form joint ventures with established businesses through the SBA’s Mentor-Protégé Program\n· Receive management and technical assistance\, including business training\, counseling\, marketing assistance and high-level executive development \nDuring the presentation we will discuss:\n· What is a Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB)?\n· Eligibility Criteria\n· The Application Process\n· Program Benefits\n· What is expected from an 8(a) participant\n· Locating 8(a) set aside opportunities\n· Marketing your 8(a) certified business \n\nSpeakers:\nShane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)\nBen Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-the-sba-8a-program-and-small-disadvantaged-business-sdb-program/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230111T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20221216T020730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221216T020730Z
UID:10002320-1673442000-1673445600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Overview of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
DESCRIPTION:To register\, please click here. \nIf you are currently or are planning to be a contractor or subcontractor to the Federal government\, it is important to know and understand the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). The FAR is the principal set of rules governing the acquisition process and critical to your success as a contractor. \nThis webinar is designed to be a primer before FAR Evening Sessions\, which will give you an in-depth look at the FAR. To view a list of the FAR Evening sessions and to register\, please click here. \nWhat you will learn:\n• How the FAR is structured\n• Locate and search for FAR clauses\n• Understanding how to determine what clauses apply to your solicitation / contract\n• A BASIC understanding of the FAR \nSpeaker: Carol Murphy\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-overview-of-the-far/2023-01-11/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20230105T030211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T030211Z
UID:10002325-1674126000-1674129600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Sales Opportunities Local Government Agencies - In Person (Madison\, WI)
DESCRIPTION:Join Tondra Davis\, Director\, State of Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program\, and WPI staff to learn more about Wisconsin’s Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) for Minority\, Woman and Service-Disabled Veteran owned businesses. She will share with us details about the certification process\, how to leverage your certifications\, and much more. As this is an in-person event\, you will have the opportunity to discuss\, ask questions and share information about your business with Ms. Davis. Last year certified businesses received a record $192 million. \nWhere:\nMadison Area Technical College\, Commercial Avenue Campus\n2125 Commercial Avenue\nRoom 242\nMadison\, WI 53704 \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/sales-opportunities-with-madison-area-local-government-and-educational-institutions-2/
LOCATION:Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Commercial Avenue Campus\, 2125 Commercial Avenue\, Madison\, WI\, 53704\, United States
CATEGORIES:WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230119T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230119T163000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20230110T022117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230110T022117Z
UID:10002327-1674140400-1674145800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Meet and Greet with Construction Managers / General Contractors for upcoming Racine Unified School District (RUSD) Projects
DESCRIPTION:The Construction Manager / General Contractor (CM/GC) Meet and Greet is scheduled for January 19\, 2023. \nThe school board has established goals associated with engaging small and diverse construction-related businesses in these projects. Targeted businesses are located in Racine\, Kenosha\, Walworth\, Waukesha and Milwaukee Counties. If this could be a fit for your business\, you are encouraged to attend.  Bring your business cards and capabilities statements and be ready to meet and pitch. \nThe link to register for the CM Meet and Greet is here. \nTo view the past events for more information\, see below: \n\nRUSD Small Business Session #1\nRUSD Small Business Session #2
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/meet-and-greet-with-cms-for-upcoming-racine-unified-school-district-rusd-projects/
LOCATION:Racine Unified School District | Administrative Services Campus\, 3109 Mount Pleasant St.\, Racine\, WI\, 53404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conference,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Michael Steger":MAILTO:michaels@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230125
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20220629T023840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220629T023840Z
UID:10002762-1674518400-1674604799@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Wisconsin Federal Contractor Forum (by invitation)
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Federal Contractor Forum will be held in Oshkosh\, WI on January 24\, 2023 and will be hosted by Oshkosh Corporation. \nThe Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) is celebrating 35 years of service to Wisconsin businesses! \nCheck in at 1:30pm – Program and Discussion 2:00pm – 5:00pm \nJoin 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. \nVisit the Wisconsin Federal Contractor Forum webpage – CLICK HERE. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wisconsin-federal-contractor-forum-3/
LOCATION:Oshkosh\, WI\, Oshkosh\, WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aina Vilumsons":MAILTO:ainav@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230125T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20220629T024006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220629T024006Z
UID:10002764-1674631800-1674669600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:15th Annual End of Year Federal Contractor Update - (Oshkosh\, WI) In-Person
DESCRIPTION:Join Wisconsin’s Federal contractors and subcontractors for this annual event. Keep up to date with this series of briefings focusing on changes and challenges in DOD/ Federal contracting. \nCURRENT AGENDA – Click to view \nThis year’s speakers are listed here. CLICK HERE to download the speaker bios. \n\nMAJ Thomas Cayia\, Site Director\, DCMA Oshkosh\nJason Rathsack\, Senior Contract Specialist at Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA) Central Region\nAlec Streeter\, Director\, Global Trade Compliance at Oshkosh Corporation\nWilliam Hughes\, Partner\, Husch Blackwell LLP (Milwaukee\, Wisconsin)\nBrian P. Waagner\, Partner\, Husch Blackwell LLP (Washington\, D.C.)\nDavid Zvenyach\, Tech + X Nerd\, where X = {Law\, Product\, Policy\, Management\, Government\, Procurement\, …} – previously served as Deputy Commissioner of the U.S. General Services Administration’s (GSA) Federal Acquisition Service (FAS) and the Director of the Technology Transformation Services (TTS)\nEric Ness\, Wisconsin District Director\, U.S. Small Business Administration (US SBA)\nDaryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Naval Power Systems\, Inc.\nJames Pitcher\, Contract Manager\, Scale AI\nAina Vilumsons\, Executive Director / PM\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) An APEX ACCELERATOR (previously PTAC)\n\n\nPre-Registration CLOSES Tuesday\, 1/24 at 6:30PM \nOnsite Registration OPENS on Wednesday\, 1/25 at 7:30AM \nAGENDA – \n7:30AM: Registration / Refreshments \n8:00AM: Start of Program \n12:00 Noon: Lunch \n4:00PM: Reception – Hosted by the National Defense Industrial Association Great Lakes Chapter \n6:00PM: Close of Program \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/15th-annual-end-of-year-contractor-update/
LOCATION:Best Western Premier Waterfront Hotel & Convention Center\, 1 N Main St\, Oshkosh\, WI\, 54901\, United States
CATEGORIES:WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Aina Vilumsons":MAILTO:ainav@wispro.org
GEO:44.014312;-88.5379512
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230126T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230126T113000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20221208T010624Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T010624Z
UID:10002299-1674720000-1674732600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:DHS Small Business Vendor Outreach Sessions
DESCRIPTION:Each fiscal year (FY) the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS)\, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU)\, as part of the Small Business Outreach Program\, conducts ten sessions of 15-minute pre-arranged virtual meetings with small businesses. This online session will take place on January 26\, 2023 from 8:00AM – 11:15AM CDT and will focus on their regular vendor outreach session with small business specialists and prime contractors. \nTo register for any of these sessions you must first create a profile in the DHS electronic appointment scheduling system at this website. After creating your profile\, please click here and scroll down to “Requesting a Vendor Outreach Session Meeting” for information on requesting your meeting.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/dhs-small-business-vendor-outreach-sessions-2/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/osdbu-vendor-outreach.png
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230126T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230126T130000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20230113T042017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230113T042017Z
UID:10002329-1674734400-1674738000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:U.S. Department of Transportation Connections MarketPlace - Buyer Side Chat Roundtable Session
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT)\, Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU)\, is hosting their Connections MarketPlace: Buyer Side Chat Roundtable Session where you will be hearing on how to do business with the USDOT Volpe Center (VOLPE). To register\, click here. \nAttendees will be able to: \n• Find out how to market your services as a small business to VOLPE \n• Learn about how other small businesses are currently contracting with VOLPE \n• Gain insight into how to effectively maximize your small business status \n• Upcoming BIL opportunities for small businesses in VOLPE
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/u-s-department-of-transportation-connections-marketplace-buyer-side-chat-roundtable-session/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="U.S. DOT Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU)":MAILTO:dot-osdbu@dot.gov
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230204
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20230105T034723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230105T034723Z
UID:10002326-1675209600-1675468799@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:2023 Wisconsin Economic Development Association (WEDA) Governor's Conference on Economic Development
DESCRIPTION:The 2023 WEDA Governor’s Conference on Economic Development will feature industry thought leaders and practitioners who will cover today’s challenges and opportunities as we explore community revitalization\, data driven talent attraction\, transportation\, early childhood care\, housing\, and entrepreneurship. The Governor’s Conference is WEDA’s largest educational and networking event of the year. The packed agenda has something for everyone as we focus on advancing economic prosperity across Wisconsin. \nIn addition to a wealth of networking opportunities and dynamic speakers\, the conference qualifies for the following key continuing education credit certifications: EDFP\, CEcD and AICP. To view the full agenda\, click here. \nFor more information and to register\, click here.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/2023-governors-conference-on-economic-development/
LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Milwaukee\, 333 West Kilbourn Ave\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53203\, United States
CATEGORIES:In State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Wisconsin Economic Development Association":MAILTO:WEDA@WEDA.org
GEO:43.0407021;-87.9150164
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Hyatt Regency Milwaukee 333 West Kilbourn Ave Milwaukee WI 53203 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=333 West Kilbourn Ave:geo:-87.9150164,43.0407021
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230201T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230201T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20221222T023456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T023456Z
UID:10002827-1675249200-1675252800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Preparing a Winning Government Proposal
DESCRIPTION:Your proposals are not generating government contract awards. You think you are submitting the greatest option. Why are they not selecting you? Your proposal may offer wonderful things but is it RESPONSIVE and EFFECTIVE? \nWriting a proposal takes time\, careful planning and a complete understanding of the requirement. A proposal must provide credible evidence that your business understands the problem\, has a comprehensive solution\, has the skills and experience to do the work\, and can provide the solution at a competitive price. Join us and learn what makes an effective winning proposal. \nAn effective\, responsive proposal can give you the competitive edge your business is looking for. All contractors and subcontractors looking to improve their proposals should attend. \nSpeaker: Carol Murphy\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute\nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.\nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-preparing-a-winning-government-proposal-2/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230207T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230207T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20220817T022046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220817T022046Z
UID:10002772-1675792800-1675798200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:10th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 1: Introduction and FAR Part 16
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) – Wisconsin Chapter will be presenting the webinar\, “10th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 1: Introduction and FAR Part 16” on February 7 from 6:00 – 7:30 PM. This session is part of the 10th annual FAR Evening Sessions. To register\, please click here. \nThe FAR Evening Sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors. In addition\, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam. \n-FAR 16: Types of Contracts \n\nSpeaker: \n\nDaryl G. Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, Leonardo DRS\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credit. \nFor a full schedule of the FAR sessions\, please click here. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/10th-annual-far-evening-webinar-and-study-group-introduction-and-far-part-16/
LOCATION:WI
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/FAR-Evening-Session-Logo.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230208T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T054814
CREATED:20221221T024023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221221T024023Z
UID:10002818-1675850400-1675857600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Expanding Business Opportunities in Rural Wisconsin – JACKSON COUNTY - Newly Designated HUBZone
DESCRIPTION:In November 2022\, it was announced that Governor Evers’s application to the U.S. Small Business Administration for HUBZone status for Jackson and Marinette Counties was approved. \nThe HUBZone program (Historically Underutilized Business Zone) supports small business growth with a goal of awarding at least 3% of federal contract dollars as well as 3% of large federal contractor subcontracting dollars to certified companies each year. The HUBZone map now includes Jackson and Marinette counties on the SBA HUBZone map as “Governor-Designated Covered Areas.”  Currently\, many Federal agencies and Federal prime contractors are not meeting their HUBZone goals. Certified HUBZone firms have a unique preference in Federal government contracting. \nJoining the session will be representatives from: \n\nWisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) https://wedc.org/\nU.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) including Geri Sanchez Aglipay\, Region V Administrator\nWisconsin Office of Rural Prosperity https://ruralwi.com/\nRegional resource providers\nWisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) www.wispro.org\n\nDuring this session\, you will learn about: \n\nBenefits of and applying for an SBA HUBZone certification\nHUBZone certification requirements\nThe certification process\nLocating HUBZone opportunities\nMarketing your HUBZone certified business\n\nTo view the WEDC press release about the event\, click here. \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/expanding-business-opportunities-in-rural-wisconsin-jackson/
LOCATION:Black River Area Chamber of Commerce\, 120 N Water St\, Black River Falls\, WI\, 54615\, United States
CATEGORIES:WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/WEDC-Logo.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Aina Vilumsons":MAILTO:ainav@wispro.org
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