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SUMMARY:8th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter - FAR Evening Study Group - Session 8\, FAR Parts 42-53
DESCRIPTION:This will be the 8th year that the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Wisconsin Chapter will be hosting and presenting this series.  \nThese sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors.  \nIn addition\, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam. Learn more at https://www.ncmahq.org/certification/certified-federal-contract-manager-(cfcm)  \n  \nThis session will be presented by Jason Rathsack\, Group Lead\, Business Operations\, Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA). \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nView the full 2021 FAR Evening Study Group schedule. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-far-evening-study-session-8/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210316T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210316T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20201218T215036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T215036Z
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SUMMARY:8th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter - FAR Evening Study Group - Session 7\, FAR Parts 34-41
DESCRIPTION:This will be the 8th year that the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Wisconsin Chapter will be hosting and presenting this series.  \nThese sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors.  \nIn addition\, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam. Learn more at https://www.ncmahq.org/certification/certified-federal-contract-manager-(cfcm)  \n  \nThis session will be presented by Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Naval Power Systems\, Inc. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nView the full 2021 FAR Evening Study Group schedule. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-far-evening-study-session-7/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210309T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210309T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20201218T215150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T215150Z
UID:10002397-1615312800-1615318200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:8th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter - FAR Evening Study Group - Session 6\, FAR Parts 30-33
DESCRIPTION:This will be the 8th year that the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Wisconsin Chapter will be hosting and presenting this series.  \nThese sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors.  \nIn addition\, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam. Learn more at https://www.ncmahq.org/certification/certified-federal-contract-manager-(cfcm)  \n  \nThis session will be presented by Jason Rathsack\, Group Lead\, Business Operations\, Defense Contract Management Agency (DCMA). \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nView the full 2021 FAR Evening Study Group schedule. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-far-evening-study-session-6/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ncmawpi-stacked-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210302T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210302T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20201218T215309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T215309Z
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SUMMARY:8th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter - FAR Evening Study Group - Session 5\, FAR Parts 19-29
DESCRIPTION:This will be the 8th year that the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Wisconsin Chapter will be hosting and presenting this series.  \nThese sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors.  \nIn addition\, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam. Learn more at https://www.ncmahq.org/certification/certified-federal-contract-manager-(cfcm)  \n  \nThis session will be presented by Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Naval Power Systems\, Inc. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nView the full 2021 FAR Evening Study Group schedule. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-far-evening-study-session-5/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ncmawpi-stacked-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210223T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210223T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20201218T215430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T215430Z
UID:10002401-1614103200-1614108600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:8th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter - FAR Evening Study Group - Session 4\, FAR Parts 13-18
DESCRIPTION:This will be the 8th year that the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Wisconsin Chapter will be hosting and presenting this series.  \nThese sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors.  \nIn addition\, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam. Learn more at https://www.ncmahq.org/certification/certified-federal-contract-manager-(cfcm)  \n  \nThis session will be presented by Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Naval Power Systems\, Inc. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nView the full 2021 FAR Evening Study Group schedule. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-far-evening-study-session-4/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ncmawpi-stacked-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210216T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20201218T215536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T215536Z
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SUMMARY:8th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter - FAR Evening Study Group - Session 3\, FAR Parts 5-12
DESCRIPTION:This will be the 8th year that the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Wisconsin Chapter will be hosting and presenting this series.  \nThese sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors.  \nIn addition\, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam. Learn more at https://www.ncmahq.org/certification/certified-federal-contract-manager-(cfcm)  \n  \nThis session will be presented by Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Naval Power Systems\, Inc. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nView the full 2021 FAR Evening Study Group schedule. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-far-evening-study-session-3/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ncmawpi-stacked-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210209T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210209T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20201218T215656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T215656Z
UID:10002404-1612893600-1612899000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:8th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter - FAR Evening Study Group - Session 2\, FAR Parts 1-4
DESCRIPTION:This will be the 8th year that the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Wisconsin Chapter will be hosting and presenting this series.  \nThese sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors.  \nIn addition\, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam. Learn more at https://www.ncmahq.org/certification/certified-federal-contract-manager-(cfcm) \n  \nThis session will be presented by Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Naval Power Systems\, Inc. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nView the full 2021 FAR Evening Study Group schedule. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-far-evening-study-session-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ncmawpi-stacked-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210202T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210202T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20201218T215821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201218T215821Z
UID:10002405-1612288800-1612294200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:8th Annual WPI and NCMA WI Chapter - FAR Evening Study Group - Session 1\, Introduction & FAR Part 16
DESCRIPTION:This will be the 8th year that the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) and the National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Wisconsin Chapter will be hosting and presenting this series.  \nThese sessions are designed specifically for current Federal contractors.  \nIn addition\, these sessions will help you prepare for the NCMA CFCM certification exam. Learn more at https://www.ncmahq.org/certification/certified-federal-contract-manager-(cfcm) \n  \nThis session will be presented by Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Naval Power Systems\, Inc. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nView the full 2021 FAR Evening Study Group schedule. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-far-evening-study-session-1/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ncmawpi-stacked-1.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200626T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200626T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200309T230716Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200309T230716Z
UID:10002144-1593172800-1593176400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: How the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Will Impact Your Business
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nCompanies interested in conducting business with the Department of Defense in late FY-20 and beyond will have to meet a new and stringent set of cybersecurity requirements including review and certification by a DoD identified Third Party. These requirements will apply to all businesses – Primes\, and Subcontractors at any level. This webinar will provide additional detail and information related to these new requirements along with practical suggestions for how to manage your company’s efforts toward preparing for and managing these requirements. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-how-the-cybersecurity-maturity-model-certification-cmmc-will-impact-your-business-4/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200616T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200616T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200317T035002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T035002Z
UID:10002153-1592312400-1592316000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Intellectual property for Government Contractors & Subcontractors & the STTR/SBIR Stakeholder
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nWhen doing business with the Federal Government\, you (the contractor) may encounter situations where the government is entitled to receive intellectual property rights.  The scope of government rights in a contractor’s intellectual property depends primarily on the type of intellectual property at issue\, specifically\, whether the intellectual property is a patent or patentable intellectual property\, copyrighted material\, or rights in technical data or computer software. \nSmall businesses participating in the SBIR/STTR programs encounter those different types of IP and should have a good understanding of the rights to which the government may be entitled. For small businesses participating in the SBIR/STTR program it is important to understand Intellectual Property (IP) ‐ Patents\, Trade Secrets\, Trademarks\, and Copyrights \nCompanies should not shy away from business opportunities with the government out of fear they will lose valuable intellectual property rights. However\, it is critical that a company seeking to do business with the government\, either as a prime or subcontractor\, understands its intellectual property rights. \nThis webinar will help you understand the many differences in property rights and help you ensure that you are only providing the government with what is strictly necessary. \nSpeaker: Laura Grebe\, Partner\, Husch Blackwell \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/intellectual-property-for-government-contractors-and-subcontractors-and-the-sttr-sbir-stakeholder/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200610T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200610T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200317T185147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T185147Z
UID:10002156-1591790400-1591794000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Negotiation Strategies in Federal Contracting
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nNegotiating with the federal government can seem challenging and\, at times\, even frustrating.  Negotiators must not only be familiar with the positions and motivations of the Government\, they must also know and understand the rules and regulations that govern the negotiation process in federal procurements.  Further\, the scope of what is negotiable can vary.  Negotiations conducted as part of a pre-award competitive procurement for construction or for commercial items may be much more limited than the negotiations conducted for procurement of research and development or conducted in a sole source or post-award environment.  Join us and learn about negotiating with the federal government and how the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) could impact your negotiations. \nSpeaker – Helen Henningsen\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-negotiation-strategies-in-federal-contracting/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200529T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200529T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200309T230209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200309T230209Z
UID:10002142-1590753600-1590757200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: How the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Will Impact Your Business
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nCompanies interested in conducting business with the Department of Defense in late FY-20 and beyond will have to meet a new and stringent set of cybersecurity requirements including review and certification by a DoD identified Third Party. These requirements will apply to all businesses – Primes\, and Subcontractors at any level. This webinar will provide additional detail and information related to these new requirements along with practical suggestions for how to manage your company’s efforts toward preparing for and managing these requirements. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-how-the-cybersecurity-maturity-model-certification-cmmc-will-impact-your-business-3/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200520T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200520T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200319T205014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200319T205014Z
UID:10002157-1589976000-1589979600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: The Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE) and Wide Area Workflow (WAWF)
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nIn August 2018\, the new Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) version was released and renamed Procurement Integrated Enterprise Environment (PIEE).  The PIEE is the DOD one-stop-shop with expanded functions and  capabilities including: \n\nSingle sign on/role-based access based on job series\nPre-award\, award and post-award administration\nPayment\nProperty management\nPurchase card\n\nThe improved suite includes many new features that DOD contractors must understand in support of their contract administration process. \nThis webinar will provide an overview on: \n\nThe new PIEE suite\nChanges in WAWF and MyInvoice modules\nThe new GFP module\n\nSpeaker: Benjamin Blanc\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-the-procurement-integrated-enterprise-environment-piee-and-wide-area-workflow-wawf/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200519T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200519T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200317T184340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T184340Z
UID:10002155-1589893200-1589896800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Pieces of the Proposal Puzzle
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nA proposal must provide credible evidence that your business understands the problem or requirement\, has a comprehensive solution or plan\, has the skills and experience to do the work\, and can provide the solution at a competitive price.  Join us and learn how to identify what the proposal pieces are and how to pull them together to produce an award winning document. \nSpeaker – Helen Henningsen\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-pieces-of-the-proposal-puzzle/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200505T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200505T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200317T032501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T032501Z
UID:10002152-1588683600-1588687200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour:  Learning About the Surety Bond Guarantee From the U.S. SBA
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nFailure to provide required contract bonds can result in an offeror being excluded from competition or a contractor being terminated for default! \nRequired contract bonds often include Bid Bonds\, Performance Bonds\, and Payment Bonds. The Federal Government will require that offerors provide Bid Bonds for any contract that requires Performance and Payment Bonds. Performance and Payment Bonds are generally required for federal construction contracts that exceed $150\,000. In addition\, Payment Bonds may be needed for federal construction contracts between $35\,000 and $150\,000. \nUnfortunately\, small businesses sometimes have a difficult time qualifying for\, and obtaining\, such bonds in the standard marketplace. Join us in this webinar and learn about the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Surety Bond Guarantee Program and how the SBA can help you obtain the needed contract bonds at reasonable prices\, terms\, and conditions. \nSpeaker: Tamara Murray\, Underwriting Marketing Specialist\, Small Business Administration (SBA)\, Office of Surety Guarantees \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-learning-about-the-surety-bond-guarantee-from-the-u-s-sba-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200429T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200429T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20191227T212953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191227T212953Z
UID:10002125-1588161600-1588165200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Economic Espionage – Awareness of Threats and Resources for Government Contractors
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nEconomic Espionage – Contractors beware! – You have what they want. Don’t be fooled to think that you have nothing of interest. Whether it was nautical charts of trade routes in the 1500’s or the knowledge of English skilled craftmen anything which might provide an economic advantage over the competition or entry into new markets will always be viewed as something of value. As a fire needs fuel to remain lit; a business needs new business to remain viable. In today’s world is every new contact or business inquiry what it appears to be on face value? This is the question that this webinar will explore along with useable training and information resources. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-economic-espionage-awareness-of-threats-and-resources-for-government-contractors/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200424T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200424T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200303T212108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200303T212108Z
UID:10002140-1587729600-1587733200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: How the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Will Impact Your Business
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nCompanies interested in conducting business with the Department of Defense in late FY-20 and beyond will have to meet a new and stringent set of cybersecurity requirements including review and certification by a DoD identified Third Party. These requirements will apply to all businesses – Primes\, and Subcontractors at any level. This webinar will provide additional detail and information related to these new requirements along with practical suggestions for how to manage your company’s efforts toward preparing for and managing these requirements. \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-how-the-cybersecurity-maturity-model-certification-cmmc-will-impact-your-business-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200423T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200423T114500
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200406T194819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200406T194819Z
UID:10001944-1587639600-1587642300@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Contracting Assistance – COVID-19 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing\, stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars on Monday and Thursday at 11:00 a.m.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/contracting-assistance-covid-19-webinar-9/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/wpisba.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200422T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200422T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200407T213146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200407T213146Z
UID:10001948-1587556800-1587560400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Packaging Shipping and Invoicing Using WAWF and PIEE
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nMy DOD product is now produced – I want to ship it and get paid for it.  What are the next steps? \nThis session will cover how to interpret and comply with Military Packaging Requirements\, including: \n\nWhat you need to know to properly package and label?\nWhat steps do you need to take to facilitate the shipment?\nWhat documents do you need to include with the shipment?\nGovernment websites you can refer to regarding shipment of material\nGovernment Quality Assurance Representative (QAR) requirements for packaging inspection\nDocumentation of Government Source Inspection (GSI)\nWhat are the requirements of ASTM-D -3951 and Mil-Std-2017\nAre there specific labeling requirement and standards\nCommon mistakes\n\nDuring this webinar we will review packaging and labeling requirements\, new capabilities of PIEE and WAWF\, as well as how to create a receiving report. \nPresenters: \n\nLisa Dixon: Military Packaging Specialist\, Bentley World Packaging Ltd\nJon Hoeffner\, Packaging supervisor\, Bentley World Packaging Ltd\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming webinars.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-packaging-shipping-and-invoicing-using-wawf-and-piee/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200421T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200421T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200317T183357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200317T183357Z
UID:10002154-1587474000-1587477600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: How to quickly analyze Solicitations
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nNot every Government requirement is a good fit for your business.  Join us and learn how to quickly review solicitation documents to determine if your company’s capabilities meet the requirements. \nYou will also learn how to quickly make a Go/No Go decision. \nSpeaker – Helen Henningsen\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming webinars CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-alert-how-to-quickly-analyze-solicitations/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200421T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200421T123000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200123T030505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200123T030505Z
UID:10001916-1587466800-1587472200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Sales Opportunities in the City of Madison\,  Dane County and State of Wisconsin Government Markets – Webinar
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO CURRENT EVENTS THIS PROGRAM IS NOW A WEBINAR  \nSignificant opportunities exist for small businesses to sell to State and Local governments.  Please join us and learn about how to do business with the City of Madison\, Dane County and the State of WI. \nSpeakers will discuss: \n\nWhat & how they buy\nHow they announce opportunities\nFirst Steps – registrations\, certifications\, other requirements\nProvisions for non-performance /Force Majeure\n\nConfirmed speakers: \n\nCarolyn Clow\, Dane County Purchasing Division\, County of Dane Wisconsin\nBrittany Garcia\, City of Madison Purchasing Services\nTony Johnson\, Finance Department\, City of Madison Wisconsin\nCheryl Edgington\, Deputy Bureau Director\, State Bureau of Procurement\, State of Wisconsin
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/sales-opportunities-in-the-city-of-madison-and-dane-county-government-market-madison-wi/
LOCATION:WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/10-2-19-Madison.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200420T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200420T114500
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200406T192312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200406T192312Z
UID:10001943-1587380400-1587383100@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Contracting Assistance – COVID-19 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars offered three-times a week  Monday and Thursday at 11:00 a.m. \nThe webinar will also be offered on: \n\nApril 23rd
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/contracting-assistance-covid-19-webinar-8/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/wpisba.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200417T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200417T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200401T215350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200401T215350Z
UID:10002199-1587128400-1587132000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Introduction to CMMC Level 1
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nWhether your goal is to be certified at CMMC Level 3 or higher\, in the near future\, all DoD contractors will have to show a mastery of 17 basic cyber-security requirements associated with CMMC Level 1. Mastering these 17 principle requirements is the first step. To be eligible for CMMC Level 1 coded DoD awards\, a company will\, at a minimum\, have to undergo formal review of their CMMC Level 1 processes and procedures and these will have to merit being “formally certified.” \nThis webinar will review key terms\, principle requirements and a suggested approach for developing a process with which to move forward in preparation for meeting these new and upcoming requirements. \nSpeaker: Mark Violante \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming webinars.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-introduction-to-cmmc-level-1/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200416T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200416T114500
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200404T005241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200404T005241Z
UID:10001942-1587034800-1587037500@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Contracting Assistance - Covid-19 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars offered Monday and Thursday at 11:00. \nThe webinar will also be offered on: \n\nApril 20\nApril 23
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/19195/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/wpisba.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200415T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200415T130000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200330T224140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200330T224140Z
UID:10002198-1586952000-1586955600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Focus on the first principles of Federal contract management during unsettled times
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nUnder the best of circumstances\, contract management is challenging. Adding in the unknowns and uncertainties of managing during a Pandemic creates an altogether new and previously unseen contract management landscape. This webinar will identify and review potential scenarios that may unfold and why it is so important to focus on the fundamentals and first principles of contract management when working in such unsettled times. \nPresenter: Marc Violante \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming webinars.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-focus-on-the-first-principles-of-federal-contract-management-during-unsettled-times-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200414T193000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20191114T024606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191114T024606Z
UID:10001888-1586887200-1586892600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:WPI and NCMA WI Chapter CFCM Study Session 10: FAR 1-51 - Practice Test Review - Wrap Up - Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Daryl Zahn\, CFCM\, Manager Contracts and Compliance\, DRS Power and Control Technologies\, Inc. \nThe tenth session of the FAR review will be a practice test review. You can view the FAR by CLICKING HERE. \nNote these sessions are being held as a webinar via GoToMeeting. While there is no cost to attend\, registration is required. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credits. \nTo view a schedule of all upcoming FAR review webinars CLICK HERE.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wpi-and-ncma-wi-chapter-cfcm-study-session-10-far-1-51-practice-test-review-wrap-up-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/ncmawpi-stacked.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200414T130000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200414T140000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200406T231206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200406T231206Z
UID:10001946-1586869200-1586872800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Responding to Sources Sought Request and Capabilities Statements
DESCRIPTION:REGISTRATION FOR WEBINARS WILL CLOSE 24 HOURS BEFORE THE START \nA Sources Sought notice is a market research tool that Contracting Officers use to determine the availability of specific capabilities in the marketplace.  Sources Sought are also used to determine if there are enough qualified small businesses able to perform to potentially set aside the specific requirement.  These Sources Sought are posted in beta.SAM.gov and provide businesses a significant opportunity to present their qualifications and capabilities to support a specific requirement. \nAlong with Sources Sought\, this session will discuss developing a targeted Capabilities Statement to address specific needs in the government. \nWell prepared responses to a Sources Sought or development of a focused Capabilities Statement are critical to successful review by the Government agency – especially in our current dynamic contracting environment. \nThis webinar will cover: \n\nWhat are Sources Sought Notices (SSNs) and Requests for Information ((RFIs)\nLocating SSNs and RFIs\nPreparing a focused response to SSNs and RFIs\nHow to develop a targeted and effective Capability Statement\n\nSpeakers Helen Henningsen and Mark Dennis\, WPI \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming webinars. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/acquisition-hour-responding-to-a-sources-sought-or-capabilities-statement-request/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200414T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200414T113000
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200108T042913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200108T042913Z
UID:10002128-1586858400-1586863800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Federal HUBZone Program: Obtaining Certification and Maximizing Opportunities – Now a Webinar
DESCRIPTION:DUE TO CURRENT EVENTS THIS PROGRAM IS NOW A WEBINAR  \nThe Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Program can help small businesses in designated areas\, tribal lands or city census tracks\,  gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities (both as direct and subcontractors). \nCurrently\, many Federal agencies and Federal Prime contractors are NOT meeting their HUBZone goals. This could be a significant potential opportunity for your business. \nDuring this session we will cover: \n• The very basics of selling to the Federal Government\n• HUBZone certification requirements\n• HUBZone certification application process\n• Recent changes to the HUBZone program\n• Locating HUBZone set aside opportunities\n• Marketing your HUBZone certified business\n• Renewing your HUBZone certification
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/federal-hubzone-program-obtaining-certification-and-maximizing-opportunities/
LOCATION:WI\, United States
CATEGORIES:Workshop,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/HUBZONE.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200413T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200413T114500
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200404T004205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200404T004205Z
UID:10001941-1586775600-1586778300@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Contracting Assistance – COVID-19 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars offered Monday and Friday at 11:00. \nThe webinar will also be offered on: \n\nApril 16\nApril 20\nApril 23
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/contracting-assistance-covid-19-webinar-7/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/wpisba.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200410T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200410T114500
DTSTAMP:20260415T003913
CREATED:20200324T032221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200324T032221Z
UID:10002196-1586516400-1586519100@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Contracting Assistance – COVID-19 Webinar
DESCRIPTION:In the rapidly changing national emergency our Country is currently facing stay up to date on information relevant to government contractors. Join the Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Procurement Institute for brief webinars offered three-times a week\, Monday\, Wednesday and Friday at 11:00.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/contracting-assistance-covid-19-webinar-6/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.wispro.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/wpisba.jpg
ORGANIZER;CN="Benjamin Blanc":MAILTO:benjaminb@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
END:VCALENDAR