Theme: Operational & Industrial Impacts of the Technical Wheeled Vehicle Strategy This event brings together leaders from the Department of Defense, the military services, industry, prime contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and academia to address present and future tactical wheeled vehicle requirements. The conference provides an atmosphere for open discussion between participants on the needs of the […]
DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) is the U.S. Department of Defense’s premier research and development agency, dedicated to advancing the nation’s technological edge. Whether you’re new to DARPA or a seasoned performer with the agency, this event will provide insights on "How to DARPA" with its leadership and networking opportunities to help advance […]
At times, keeping up with the Davis-Bacon contract requirements under federal law can feel challenging. And when changes occur to the law, the updates can seem overwhelming. But have no fear, this session by the U.S. Department of Labor’s Wage and Hour is just for you! This webinar will feature information on the updates made […]
The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) – Wisconsin Chapter will be presenting the webinar, “12th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 2: Introduction and FAR Parts 1-4.” This session is part of the 12th annual FAR Evening Sessions. The FAR Evening Sessions are designed specifically for current […]
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.
During this session, you will learn about the two primary Federal Mentor Protégé Programs. The US SBA Mentor-Protégé Program (MPP) helps eligible small businesses (protégés) gain capacity and win government contracts through partnerships with more experienced companies (mentors). A mentor and its protégé can joint venture as a small business for any small business contract, provided the […]
This webinar will help businesses determine their readiness for a CMMC Third-Party Assessment Organization (C3PAO) evaluation. It will cover key preparation steps, including conducting gap analyses, organizing documentation, and performing mock assessments. Attendees will learn how to identify vulnerabilities, address compliance gaps, and confidently prepare for the formal certification process. Practical checklists and strategies will […]
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 at the end of the week. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the FEED Kitchens in Madison, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting. To view the upcoming schedule for Madison FEED Kitchens, please click here. To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, please click here.
The Bonding Education Program's mission is to increase small businesses' economic competitiveness. The program includes the following: Project specific workshops in cooperation with Primes, SBA, MBDA, and other local agencies A variety of topics are covered by industry experts A closing workshop focused on networking One-on-one interactions with local surety bond producers who volunteer to […]
The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) – Wisconsin Chapter will be presenting the webinar, “12th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 3: Introduction and FAR Parts 5-12.” This session is part of the 12th annual FAR Evening Sessions. The FAR Evening Sessions are designed specifically for current […]
Opportunities 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 for one-on-one buyer meetings, a business must: Do their market research on the buyers / primes Determine how the company brings value […]
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus in Madison, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting. To view the upcoming schedule for Madison - MATC Goodman South, please click here. To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, […]
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 at the end of the week. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]
The TKO seminar is a course that teaches vendors how to start doing business with DLA Land and Maritime. 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 Invoicing, Receipt, Acceptance and Property Transfer (iRAPT) […]
NCO 9 will host the Regional Procurement Office Central's Quarterly Virtual Business Opportunity Session to provide information for those small business vendors wishing to do business with the VA and NCO 9. Applicable NAICS: NAICS Description 236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction 541310 […]
The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) – Wisconsin Chapter will be presenting the webinar, “12th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 4: Introduction and FAR Parts 13-18.” This session is part of the 12th annual FAR Evening Sessions. The FAR Evening Sessions are designed specifically for current […]
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.
Are you a small business owner looking to work with the US Army? Join the U.S. Small Business Administration for the 2025 Federal Contracting Series: Doing Business with the U.S. Department of the Army. Get the tools and insights you need to navigate federal contracting and connect with opportunities within the Army. Plus, hear directly from Ms. Kim […]
ANNOUNCING A NEW 3-PART SERIES: Manufacturing Competitiveness in the 21st Century 1. Training Within Industry (TWI) 2. Vision Inspection with AI Deep Learning 3. Cyber Culture for Compliance and Competition The third in this series: Cyber Culture for Compliance and Competition In today’s digital world, safeguarding data and protecting against cyber threats is not just […]
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 at the end of the week. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant to […]
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.
The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) – Wisconsin Chapter will be presenting the webinar, “12th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 5: Introduction and FAR Parts 19-29.” This session is part of the 12th annual FAR Evening Sessions. The FAR Evening Sessions are designed specifically for current […]
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.
Have you wanted to experiment with AI but don’t know how or where to start? This webinar will provide that starting point – the prompt. Prompts drive the results, and of course good prompts are required to drive great results. It will provide you with concrete examples of how Federal Contractors can use AI for […]
Are you a 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 […]
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 at the end of the week. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]
Open exclusively to SAME members, this opportunity will help in planning your company's acquisition strategy. Hear about the government's upcoming engineering, design, construction, and environmental programs during the FY2026 DOD & Federal Agency Programs Briefings. Network with leaders and meet directly from contracting representatives, flag and general officers, and other decision-makers from the engineering components […]
This TKO webinar is a course that teaches vendors the necessary steps to print and apply labels while using the correct packaging, marking, and pallets in accordance with contract requirements for material shipped to the Defense Logistics Agency. This session is free. For more information, click here.
The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) – Wisconsin Chapter will be presenting the webinar, “12th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 6: Introduction and FAR Parts 30-33.” This session is part of the 12th annual FAR Evening Sessions. The FAR Evening Sessions are designed specifically for current […]
Billions are Sold Through Schedule Contracts. The GSA Schedule, also known as Federal Supply Schedule, and Multiple Award Schedule (MAS), is a long-term governmentwide contract with commercial companies that provide access to millions of commercial products and services. Join us as we look at what a GSA Schedule is, how it works and how it […]
Cash flow is critical. From paying your employee payroll and office lease to marketing expenses and keeping the lights on, cash flow is necessary to keep your business enterprise afloat. Fortunately, when you have a DoD contract, timely payment is assured, however, it is predicated on being able to correctly submit an invoice through wide-area […]
This session will provide a comprehensive guide to understanding and meet federal reporting requirements under CMMC and DFARS regulations. Attendees will learn what constitutes a reportable cybersecurity incident, how to submit reports through the DIBNet Portal, and the importance of maintaining logs and incident response plans. The webinar also will cover timelines, penalties for non-compliance, […]
The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) – Wisconsin Chapter will be presenting the webinar, “12th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 1: Introduction and FAR Parts 34-41.” This session is part of the 12th annual FAR Evening Sessions. The FAR Evening Sessions are designed specifically for current […]
WPI will be holding office hours at our satellite location in the Madison Area Technical College (MATC) Goodman South Campus in Madison, WI. Contact the counselor directly to schedule your meeting. To view the upcoming schedule for Madison - MATC Goodman South, please click here. To view the full list of satellite locations and schedules, […]
Wisconsin Contractor Connection is a networking event by the Indigenous Business Group designed to connect contractors and businesses across Wisconsin with public and private sector opportunities. Bringing together professionals from construction, trades, consulting, media, infrastructure, energy, engineering, and environmental industries, this event fosters collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and business growth. Attendees will engage in networking, hear from […]
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 at the end of the week. We review noteworthy items published during the week, delve into key topics, and offer background information and perspectives relevant […]