21st Annual Greater MN SADBOC Government Procurement Fair

Black Bear Casino Resort 1785 MN-210, Carlton, MN, United States

A premiere event on selling products and services to the government. Small businesses interested in doing business with government agencies and prime contractors are encouraged to attend. The fair will provide an opportunity for small businesses to learn about special programs designed to provide better access to the government marketplace. A trade show will be […]

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: If a Company Has Received an Award, Does That Mean That They Satisfy the Buy American Requirements? A Topic-Level Discussion of the Applicable Regulations.

FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

Satellite Office: Eau Claire – hosted by the Western Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council

Western Dairyland EOC 418 Wisconsin St, Eau Claire, WI, 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.

Acquisition Hour: Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Overview

The Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) serve as the principal set of rules governing the federal government’s purchasing process. Understanding the FAR is critical for any business looking to succeed in the federal marketplace, as it defines how the government acquires goods and services and sets the standards for contractor performance and compliance. In this session, […]

Postponed: Office Hours: Madison – Federal Government Certifications – hosted by the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus

Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus 2429 Perry Street, Madison, WI, United States

To Be Rescheduled - Following Federal Government Re-opening WPI will be holding an in-person session on Federal Government Certifications at the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus in Madison, WI. Schedule: 9:00 – 10:00 AM Presentation on Federal Government Certifications Presenter: Truphosa Mwololo, Manager, Small Business Programs, Wisconsin Procurement Institute – WI APEX […]

POSTPONED: 2025 Wisconsin Federal Contractor Forum (WFCF)

Washington, D.C. Washington, DC, United States

Hosted by the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) Board of Directors, in partnership with the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Great Lakes Chapter The Wisconsin Federal Contractor Forum (WFCF) was developed to facilitate communication, collaboration, information sharing and opportunity for the federal contractors in our state. Gain insights and understanding of future spending plans, current priorities, […]

Satellite Office: Green Bay – hosted by the Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Startup Hub

Northeast Wisconsin Technical College - Startup Hub 2701 Larsen Road, Green Bay, WI, 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, […]

Federal Market Insights [FMI]: Federal On-shoring Tools and Resources: What US Companies Need to Know.

FEDERAL MARKET INSIGHTS is an informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting. Each episode is a concise 30-minute session, scheduled during the noon hour on Tuesdays. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]

Manufacturing First Expo & Conference

Resch Expo Center 840 Armed Forces Drive, Ashwaubenon, WI

With Northeast Wisconsin as an epicenter of manufacturing, Manufacturing First has rapidly become known as one of the state's premier industry events. Since it began in 2011, Manufacturing First routinely welcomes more than 1,200 attendees and 550+ high school students to the event held in Green Bay, WI. Manufacturing First is an Insight Publications event. Partner, NEW Manufacturing Alliance, is an essential part of the planning and support of this event. The 2025 presenting sponsor is First Business Bank. Manufacturing First features a full-day of speakers, informative presentations focused on innovation and the latest industry trends, multiple networking opportunities and an expo hall with more than 200 exhibitors highlighting their products and services. Thanks to the NEW Manufacturing Alliance, students attending the event have an opportunity to meet with manufacturers about possible career options. For more information, click here.

Cyber Thursday: CMMC and ITAR – Navigating the differences between the requirements and understanding where they overlap

This session will examine the key differences and points of intersection between the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) and the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Attendees will gain a clear understanding of how CMMC requirements for protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) compare and contrast with ITAR’s stringent controls over defense-related technical data and exports. […]