Wisconsin Procurement Institute

2024 SAME Rock Island Post Small Business Industry Day (Davenport, IA)
2024-04-02 - 2024-04-03 | River Center/Adler Theatre, 136 East 3rd St., Davenport, IA, 52801, United States
Come join the 2024 Rock Island Small Business Industry Day in the Quad Cities. As in years past, the Post will also offer a social/networking event the night before the conference on Tuesday April 2nd, 2024. There will be one-on-ones available on Tuesday afternoon before the social/networking event. Additional information on the one-on-one opportunities and how to sign-up will come at a later date. Both events will be held at the River Center in Davenport, Iowa.
Register now for this opportunity to showcase your business’ capabilities and hear from speakers representing the private and public sectors discussing best practices and upcoming USACE projects. The event will include briefings from Rock Island District staff and opportunities to meet one-on-one with Government representatives and other businesses. This event is open to all businesses, small and large who are interested in doing business with the federal government.
For more information, click here.

SADBOC - Getting the Most Out of SADBOC (Wayzata, MN)
2024-04-01 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Cargill, 15407 McGinty Road W, Wayzata, WI, 55391, United States
Location and Address: Cargill Inc.
15407 McGinty Road W
Wayzata MN 55391
This workshop will help prepare small businesses for the Federal Executive Board of Minnesota’s Small Disadvantaged Business Opportunities Council (SADBOC) Fair. Small businesses can be overwhelmed and may not know where to begin at the SADBOC Government Procurement Fair. In this workshop, businesses will learn strategies that will get the maximum return on attending and participating at the SADBOC fair. At this workshop you can develop your capability statement as well as receive tips for SADBOC.
For more information, click here.

Northwestern Mutual's North Office Building Modernization Project
2024-03-28 14:30 - 16:30 | Schlitz Park, 1555 North RiverCenter Drive, Milwaukee, 53212, United States
Join us for an information session about the construction of Northwestern Mutual’s North Office Building Modernization Project. During the session, the project team will present the program overview, upcoming bid release, the procurement process, and the economic inclusion requirements on the project.
Schedule:
Check-in/Registration/Networking: 2:30 pm CT
Information Session: 3:00 – 3:45 pm CT
Networking: 3:45 – 4:30 pm CT
Bid Packages Include:

05D – Misc. Metals – Interiors
06C – Carpentry – Interiors
06D – Architectural Millwork (supply only) – Interiors
08F – Interior Glass and Film System
08G – Doors, Frames, and Hardware (supply only) – Interiors
09I – Framing and Drywall – Interiors
09J – Hard Tile – Interiors
09K – Acoustical Ceilings – Interiors
09L – Soft Flooring – Interiors
09M – Paint and Wallcovering – Interiors
10H – Signage – Interiors
10J – Specialties Supply – Interiors
11B – Food Services
22B – Plumbing – Interiors
23C – HVAC – Interiors
26B – Electrical – Interiors
27A – Telecommunications – Interiors (network and data)
27B – Audio Visual – Interiors (AV)
27C – DAS – Interiors (Cellular DAS)
28A – Security – Interiors (Access control/cameras)

For more information, click here.

Emerging Issues: Defense Production Act Title III – Unique Opportunities for Unique Companies
2024-03-28 11:00 - 12:00 | WI
Welcome to WPI’s Emerging Issues Series!
Over the last several years, cybersecurity has been front and center and garnered most of DoD’s contractor’s time and energy as it should. Cybersecurity is a major issue that needs to be addressed but it is not the only issue. There are existing and evolving issues that DoD contractors need to know about and in many cases require affirmative actions related to compliance.
This series, WPI’s Emerging Issues Series, is intended as an information tool and resource for contract managers and those with a compliance function. The topics selected for the initial group of Webinars are just some of the important topics. Some have not held the spotlight like others but nevertheless they are important. Others, such as Innovation and AI have recently emerged and have shown that they are not just a passing curiosity but truly topics of importance that will continue to impact DoD policy and provide procurement opportunities. These topics included in our first group, are current topics that need attention and need to be addressed. We expect that over time other issues – topics will emerge and come to the forefront. As these topics are identified we will add them to this series.
The DPA Title III program targets investments that create, maintain, protect, expand, or restore domestic industrial base capabilities that are critical to the Department and the American Warfighter. The DPA Title III has three broad focus areas which include sustain critical production, Commercialize Research & Development Investments and Scale Emerging Technologies. These needs are large, involved, complex and require the right company with the right resources and capabilities to undertake these challenges. While a general thought might be that big problems require big companies to solve them, that is not always the case. All companies should be aware of these national needs, the program and take the required steps to offer their solution when appropriate. This webinar will provide an overview of this critical program, how it works, current national needs and where to find additional information.
Speaker: Marc Violante, Director, Federal Market Strategies, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To register for this event click here.
For the list of Emerging Issues webinar, please click here.

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Acquisition Hour: Preparing a Winning Government Proposal
2024-03-27 12:00 - 13:00 | WI
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?
Writing 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.
An 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.
Speaker: Carol Murphy, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
To register for this event click here.
View a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars.

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2024 Expanding Business Opportunities in Rural Wisconsin - Juneau County HUBZone (Mauston)
2024-03-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Juneau County Board Room, 220 E State Street, Mauston, WI, 53948, United States
Location and Address: Juneau County Board Room 220
220 E. State Street
Mauston, WI 53948
Governor Evers’s application to the U.S. Small Business Administration for HUBZone status for Juneau County has recently been approved.
The 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 Juneau County 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.
Joining the session will be representatives from:

Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Wisconsin Office of Rural Prosperity
Regional resource providers
Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

During this session, you will learn about:

Benefits of and applying for an SBA HUBZone certification
HUBZone certification requirements
The certification process
Locating HUBZone opportunities
Marketing your HUBZone certified business

The event is located in Room 220.
Wispolitics reports — Small businesses in Juneau, Langlade and Lincoln counties will get a leg up in competing for federal contracts after the SBA approved their designation as Historically Underutilized Business Zones.
The federal agency yesterday announced it approved a request from Gov. Tony Evers to designate the three counties as HUBZones, giving small businesses there “price preferences and other advantages” in competing for federal contracts.
With the latest designations, Wisconsin now has more than 120 HUBZones, according to the release.
Eric Ness, SBA’s Wisconsin district director, says more federal contracts are becoming available through the Inflation Reduction Act, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the CHIPs Act and other sources.
“Now is an ideal time for small businesses in Juneau, Langlade, and Lincoln counties to get their HUBZone certification and pursue these contracts,” he said.
See more program details.

AUSA Global Force Symposium & Exposition
2024-03-26 - 2024-03-28 | Von Braun Convention Center, 700 Monroe Street SW, Huntsville, AL, 35801, United States
SCOPE: The Army will transform to become a fighting force with a lower signature and lethality that is sustainable in a contested environment.
Getting our Soldiers what they need to fight anywhere in the world and deliver critical requirements to the Combatant Command.
OBJECTIVE: Create opportunities for the Army, academia, and defense industry leaders to meet and discuss topics of mutual interest to ensure highly trained, modern and ready the Army that operates from ground to space with sufficient, credible combat power to reassure our allies and partners and win our nation’s wars.
Theme: Continuous Transformation to Deliver Ready Combat Formations.
For more information, click here.

NWSCDC MKE Business Apex Sessions
2024-03-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Rise and Grind Cafe, 2737 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr., Milwaukee, WI, 53212, United States
Northwest Side Community Development Corporation (NWSCDC), in partnership with Milwaukee’s North East Business Improvement Districts, is launching the MKE Business Apex Sessions. The first session will be hosted by the Historic King Drive BID at Rise and Grind Cafe. The presenter will be Brandon Polachowski, and this session will focus on Staff Retention.
Topic: Staff Retention
For more information, click here.

2024 SAME Capital Week
2024-03-25 - 2024-03-27 | Bethesda North Mariott Hotel & Conference Center, 5701 Marinelli Road, Rockville, MD, 20852, United States
Open exclusively to SAME members, this opportunity will help you in planning your company’s acquisition strategy. Hear about the government’s upcoming engineering, design, construction, and environmental programs during the FY2025 DOD & Federal Agency Programs Briefings.
Network with senior leaders and meet directly with contracting representatives, flag and general officers, and other decision-makers from the engineering components of the military services and several federal agencies.
For more information, click here.

7th Latino Economic Unsummit: Growing Your Business With Us - Racine
2024-03-22 08:00 - 13:00 | Delta Hotel Racine, 7111 Washington Avenue, Racine, WI, 53406
Topics:
Scaling Your Business Track
-Financing to Buy Commercial Real Estate
-Recruiting & Retaining Talent after the Great Resignation
-Leveraging Digital Marketing & Social Media to Grow Your Business
Starting Your Business Track
-Financing Your Business Idea
-Hiring Your First Employee
-Getting Your Business Certified
Panelists will be contributing their expertise and insights to the event and represent a spectrum of professions, including seasoned bankers, human resources professionals, and government officials. Each panelist brings a different perspective and knowledge to the table for engaging discussions and takeaways.
For more information, click here.

2024 Expanding Business Opportunities in Rural Wisconsin - Lincoln, Langlade Counties (Antigo)
2024-03-21 10:00 - 12:00 | NTC Antigo Campus, 312 Forrest Avenue, Antigo, WI, 54409, United States
Governor Evers’s application to the U.S. Small Business Administration for HUBZone status for Lincoln and Langlade Counties has recently been approved.
The 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 Juneau County 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.
Joining the session will be representatives from:

Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC)
U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)
Wisconsin Office of Rural Prosperity
Regional resource providers
Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

During this session, you will learn about:

Benefits of and applying for an SBA HUBZone certification
HUBZone certification requirements
The certification process
Locating HUBZone opportunities
Marketing your HUBZone certified business

Wispolitics reports — Small businesses in Juneau, Langlade and Lincoln counties will get a leg up in competing for federal contracts after the SBA approved their designation as Historically Underutilized Business Zones.
The federal agency yesterday announced it approved a request from Gov. Tony Evers to designate the three counties as HUBZones, giving small businesses there “price preferences and other advantages” in competing for federal contracts.
With the latest designations, Wisconsin now has more than 120 HUBZones, according to the release.
Eric Ness, SBA’s Wisconsin district director, says more federal contracts are becoming available through the Inflation Reduction Act, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, the CHIPs Act and other sources.
“Now is an ideal time for small businesses in Juneau, Langlade, and Lincoln counties to get their HUBZone certification and pursue these contracts,” he said.
See more program details.

Monroe County Economic Development & Tourism Spring Conference
2024-03-21 - 2024-03-22 | Cranberry Country Lodge, 319 Wittig Rd, Tomah, WI, 54660, United States
Discover the latest trends, strategies, and opportunities in economic development and tourism as industry experts share their insights through presentations and workshops. Network with professionals, exchange ideas, and forge connections. Gain knowledge, learn from success stories, and explore innovative approaches to boost economic growth and tourism in Monroe County.
For more information, click here.

Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce 2024 Business Expo
2024-03-20 12:00 - 18:30 | Oshkosh Convention Center, 2 North Main Street, Oshkosh, WI, 54901, United States
The Oshkosh Chamber of Commerce Business Expo goes on for one day every year at the Oshkosh Convention Center. Over 100 businesses set up booths and offer a way to make connections, learn more about area businesses’ products, services, and upcoming job openings. Several activities are offered by exhibitors for attendees throughout the day.
For more information, click here.

You won a Federal Contract: What are the cybersecurity requirements? -- Manitowoc
2024-03-20 10:00 | Progress Lakeshore, 202 N 8th St Ste 101, Manitowoc, WI, 54220, United States
In the ever-expanding landscape of government contracting, safeguarding Federal Contract Information (FCI) is not just a regulatory obligation but a crucial aspect of earning and maintaining trust with federal agencies. This session is designed for manufacturers, service providers and other small businesses currently supplying or aspiring to enter the Federal Government Supply Chains.
Gain valuable insights into the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) requirements, understand the significance of securing covered contractor information systems, and learn practical strategies for implementing effective security measures.
If you are currently a federal government supplier, or are considering entering the federal government market, this session is your gateway to understanding compliance, building credibility, and positioning your organization for success in this marketplace. Don’t miss this opportunity!

SCHEDULE
10AM – 11AM Presentation
11AM – Start of Networking

Satellite Office: Manitowoc – hosted by Progress Lakeshore
2024-03-20 09:00 - 16:00 | Progress Lakeshore, 202 N 8th St Ste 101, Manitowoc, WI, 54220, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Progress Lakeshore offices in Manitowoc, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting.
To view the upcoming schedule for Manitowoc, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Government Certification Workshop - Federal Certifications
2024-03-20 09:00 - 12:00 | Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus, 2429 Perry Street, Madison, WI, 53713, United States
Are you a Minority, Disadvantaged, Small, Women, or Veteran owned or HUBZone located business? Join the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Tru Mwololo, the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Manager of Small Business Programs, for a once a month Government Certifications Workshop where you will learn about what local, state, or federal certifications your business may qualify for and how these certifications could help you gain a competitive edge in the government marketplace.
The topic of this workshop is federal certifications. Federal certifications include:

Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB)
Women Owned Small Business (WOSB)
Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) and Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
8(a)
SBA Mentor-Protege
HUBZone

Agenda:

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM – Overview of Certification Kinds and Benefits
15 minute break
10:15 AM – 11:15 AM Certification Application Overview
15 minute break
11:30 AM – 12:00 PM – Q&A

Schedule of Topics: click here to view the full schedule and topics for the Government Certification Workshops

Save the Date! CFM Women-Owned Small Business Industry Day 2024
2024-03-20 | WI
The virtual industry day will highlight opportunities for Women-Owned Small Businesses, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, and other small and disadvantaged businesses that seek to do business with the Office of Construction & Facilities Management (CFM). Participants will learn about CFM’s mission and priorities and also understand the requirements, best practices, and expectations of doing business with the organization. Attendees will also have an opportunity to attend networking break-out sessions with CFM acquisition leaders.
For more information, click here.

11th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 8: FAR Parts 42-53
2024-03-19 18:00 - 19:30 | WI
The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) – Wisconsin Chapter will be presenting the webinar, “11th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 8: FAR Parts 42-53.” This session is part of the 11th annual FAR Evening Sessions.
The FAR Evening Sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors. In addition, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam.
Speakers

Daryl Zahn, Senior Manager, Contracts and Compliance, Leonardo DRS
Jason Rathsack, Senior Contract Specialist at Defense Contract Management Agency
Ben Blanc, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

This webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credit.
To view the full schedule of FAR Evening sessions, please click here.

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Satellite Office: Oshkosh – hosted by the Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation
2024-03-19 09:00 - 16:00 | Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation, 111 N. Main Street, Ste 204, Oshkosh, WI, 54901, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location at the Greater Oshkosh Economic Development Corporation in Oshkosh, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting.
To view the upcoming schedule for Oshkosh, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

IL Apex Accelerator Government Contracting Summit
2024-03-19 | WI, United States
This First Annual Government Contracting Summit is a networking and training event for small business owners and interested parties to learn how to “WIN” government contracts.
This year’s theme, “Get the WIN” is for small businesses seeking to perform services and sell products to the federal, state and municipal government within Illinois. During this summit, there will be breakout training sessions and exhibitor networking opportunities that focus on skill areas needed to improve your business’s chance of winning contracts or expanding existing contracts with the government customer.
For more information, click here.

Satellite Office: Green Bay – hosted by the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Startup Hub
2024-03-18 09:00 - 16:00 | Northeast Wisconsin Technical College – Startup Hub, 2701 Larsen Road, Green Bay, WI, 54303, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Startup Hub in Green Bay, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting.
To view the upcoming schedule for Green Bay at NWTC’s Startup Hub, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Envision University - Wisconsin Procurement Institute: Government Contracting
2024-03-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Envision Greater Fond du Lac, 23 S Main St Ste 101, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
This session is designed as an introduction to the government market for small businesses who are considering or new to the government market.
What you will learn:

How to determine if your business is “government ready”
Small and diverse business programs
Locating opportunities – as a prime or subcontractor
Where you can get help – at no cost

For more information, click here.

Emerging Issues: Suggested Process for Creating a Federal Business Development Strategy
2024-03-14 11:00 - 12:00 | WI
Over the last several years, cybersecurity has been front and center and garnered most of DoD’s contractor’s time and energy as it should. Cybersecurity is a major issue that needs to be addressed but it is not the only issue. There are existing and evolving issues that DoD contractors need to know about and in many cases require affirmative actions related to compliance.
This series, WPI’s Emerging Issues Series, is intended as an information tool and resource for contract managers and those with a compliance function. The topics selected for the initial group of Webinars are just some of the important topics. Some have not held the spotlight like others but nevertheless they are important. Others, such as Innovation and AI have recently emerged and have shown that they are not just a passing curiosity but truly topics of importance that will continue to impact DoD policy and provide procurement opportunities. These topics included in our first group, are current topics that need attention and need to be addressed. We expect that over time other issues – topics will emerge and come to the forefront. As these topics are identified we will add them to this series.
A federal business development strategy requires as a first step, a company to develop a process for identifying and ranking its most likely customers, their acquisition strategies, tendencies and other marketplace factors. This webinar will cover how available and accessible data can be combined with information from other resources to gain a more complete understanding of your highest ranked prospects.
Speaker: Marc Violante, Director, Federal Market Strategies, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
For the list of Emerging Issues webinar, please click here.

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Satellite Office: Fond Du Lac – hosted by Envision Greater Fond du Lac
2024-03-14 09:00 - 16:00 | Envision Greater Fond du Lac, 23 S Main St Ste 101, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in Envision in Fond du Lac, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting.
To view the upcoming schedule for Fond du Lac, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

Satellite Office: Eau Claire - hosted by the Western Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council
2024-03-13 09:00 - 16:00 | Western Dairyland EOC, 418 Wisconsin St, Eau Claire, WI, 54703, United States
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Western Dairyland EOC’s offices located in Eau Claire, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting with them.
To view the upcoming schedule for Eau Claire, please click here.
To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.

St. Croix EDC's Good Morning! Business Education and Networking Event
2024-03-13 07:30 - 11:00 | WI, United States
The Federal Government buys products and services – including but not limited to military vehicles, tree planting services, office furniture, plumbing services, facility maintenance, and IT support. Sales have been to a broad range of agencies from the US Forest Service, USDA, Department of Veterans Affairs, Department of Defense and many more. The State of Wisconsin and local governments also purchase a wide range of goods and services. In addition, there are opportunities to subcontract to government prime contractors. This session is designed as an introduction to the government market for small businesses who are considering or new to the government market.
Topics and Speakers:

Enhancing Employee Value Perception – Alicia Schwartz, Consultant | JA Counter, Alera Group
Behavior Recognition and Response – Dave Skinner | CEO & Founder | NTS Security Services
Selling to the Government – Is there an opportunity for your small business? – Benjamin Blanc CFCM, Government Contract Specialist | Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

There will be a focus on three key objectives: optimizing compensation and rewards, fueling career growth, and cultivating an inclusive culture. The event is open to businesses of all sizes and there is no cost to attend.
For more information, click here.

WEM - 2024 Wisconsin Governor’s Conference on Emergency Management and Homeland Security (Lake Geneva, WI)
2024-03-13 - 2024-03-15 | Grand Geneva, 7036 Grand Geneva Way, Lake Geneva, WI, 53147, United States
The conference offers multiple tracks designed to help attendees explore how different aspects of emergency management and homeland security intersect. Whether you come from communications, public health, the private sector, emergency response, or homeland security, the 2024 conference strives to help attendees gain skills to disentangle complex situations during an emergency.
The agenda features presentations highlighting the following tracks:

Interoperable Communications and Technology
Critical Infrastructure and Private Sector
All-Hazards Response and Recovery
Public Health and Community Resilience
Managing Cyber and Physical Threats
Emerging Trends

Wisconsin Emergency Management (WEM) will be presenting Wisconsin Certified Emergency Manager certificates during the conference to those who have achieved this important milestone in their training.
For more information, click here.

VA 2nd Quarter FY 2024 Office of Construction and Facilities Management Virtual Scheduled 1 on 1 Meetings
2024-03-13 | WI
In response to the Veteran-Owned Small Business and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business community request to have business networking dialogue with a senior leader in the Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Acquisition, Logistics, and Construction (OALC), the Department made available a series of quarterly events.
The 2nd Quarter FY 2024 event will be hosted by Dr. Zebulon Fox, Associate Executive Director for the Office of Facilities Acquisition (OFA) and Head of Contracting Activity within the Office of Construction and Facilities Management (CFM) for the Department of Veterans Affairs.
The event is intended for firms operating under the following North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes:
236220 – General Construction
237990 – Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction
541310 – Architectural
541330 – Engineering
541360 – Seismic Geophysical Surveying Services
For more information, click here.

11th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 7: FAR Parts 34-41
2024-03-12 18:00 - 19:30 | WI
The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) – Wisconsin Chapter will be presenting the webinar, “11th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 7: FAR Parts 34-41.” This session is part of the 11th annual FAR Evening Sessions.
The FAR Evening Sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors. In addition, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam.
Speakers

Daryl Zahn, Senior Manager, Contracts and Compliance, Leonardo DRS
Ben Blanc, Government Contract Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)

This webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credit.
To view the full schedule of FAR Evening sessions, please click here.

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Acquisition Hour: U.S. SBA Surety Bond Guarantees: What to Know
2024-03-12 12:00 - 13:00 | WI
The U. S. Small Business Administration’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program can help your small business obtain contract bid, performance, & payment bonds. Surety bonds help small businesses win contracts by providing the customer with a guarantee that the work will be completed.
Many public and private contracts require surety bonds, which are offered by surety companies. The SBA guarantees surety bonds for certain surety companies, which allows the companies to offer surety bonds to small businesses that might not meet the criteria for other sureties.
Does your business have: Limited Financial Resources? You have no Prior Bonded Work Experience? Trouble Bonding as a Startup? A Desire to Increase its Current Bond Limits? – if the answer is YES – YOU SHOULD ATTEND!
This webinar will cover contract bonds:

What they are and why they are required
Your potential bonding capacity
Ways to maximize your surety credit
SBA’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program
Up to $6.5 million for non-federal contracts and up to $10 million for federal contracts.
The SBA advantage
Costs and getting started

This webinar will also include a presentation by WPI on locating government contract opportunities and marketing your small business.
Speaker:
Shane Mahaffy, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist, U.S. Small Business Administration
Ben Blanc, Government Contact Specialist, Wisconsin Procurement Institute
This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
View a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars.
The SBA has recently announced statutory increases for the Surety Bond Guarantee Program. This change will give small businesses access to projects up to $9 million and federal contracts up to $14 million. To read more, please view this press release.

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