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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: How to Quickly Analyze Solicitations
DESCRIPTION:Not 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. \n  \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-how-to-quickly-analyze-solicitations/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231010T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231010T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230808T014925Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T014925Z
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SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Certifications for Minority Owned Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Minority owned business can receive advantages when selling to various Public and Private entities. In most cases\, a certification process must be completed to qualify. \nIt is important for business to understand the certification requirements and the potential benefits to their business prior to investing their time and resources in the certification process. \nThis presentation will provide an overview of these programs\, application process\, describe eligibility requirements as well as the benefits and obligations for certifications with: \n\nFederal Government agencies (including the 8(a) and SDB program)\nState Government agencies (including WisDOT and State of Wisconsin)\nLocal Government agencies (including Milwaukee City and County\, Dane County\, Madison (City)\, MMSD)\nCorporate (Large business)\nThe U.S. SBA and DOD Mentor Protege Programs\n\n  \nSpeakers: \nShane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) \nAlex Ysquierdo\, Director\, Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program \nTru Mwololo\, Manager-Small Business Programs\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \n  \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit. \nView a schedule of all upcoming Acquisition Hour webinars.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/certifications-for-minority-owned-businesses/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20231006T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20231006T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230530T234108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T133601Z
UID:10002902-1696590000-1696593600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: NIST SP 800.171 - 3.6 Incident Response
DESCRIPTION:If you are currently\, or are planning to be\, a contractor or subcontractor within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) you must comply with the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFARS) 252.204-7012. These regulations state that a contractor or subcontractor must implement the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-171. To help you know how to comply with these DFAR regulations\, this series of webinars will overview the 14 Cybersecurity “Families” and their respective controls. \nIn this webinar we will examine NIST SP 800.171 – 3.6 – Incident Response.  Beyond the legal requirements for notifying partners in the event of a cyber incident\, NIST also stresses the importance of a well-crafted Incident Response capability.  This webinar will review what the requirement expectations are and how they relate to best practice. \nTopics of discussion include: \n\nAn overview of the concepts and principles critical to incident response\nA review of the reference documentation that is essential in evaluating your compliance with these controls\nA review of the controls\, their structure\, and what the federal regulations are asking of you and your company\nA discussion of the different strategies for implementing these controls\n\nSpeaker: Matt Frost\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nFor the full schedule of the Cyber Friday webinars\, please click here. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-nist-sp-800-171-3-6-incident-response/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230922T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230922T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230530T233847Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T133543Z
UID:10002901-1695380400-1695384000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: NIST SP 800.171 - 3.4 Configuration Management and 3.5 Identification & Authentication
DESCRIPTION:If you are currently\, or are planning to be\, a contractor or subcontractor within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) you must comply with the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFARS) 252.204-7012. These regulations state that a contractor or subcontractor must implement the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-171. To help you know how to comply with these DFAR regulations\, this series of webinars will overview the 14 Cybersecurity “Families” and their respective controls. \nIn this webinar we will examine NIST SP 800.171 3.4 Configuration Management and 3.5 Identification & Authentication. Ensuring you have control over the digital environment and are aware of what resides within it is essential to establishing a baseline through which you can both identify and evaluate security threats as they occur. This control is manifested through your Configuration Management requirements.  This webinar will examine instances on your network where users must authenticate themselves prior to access and how to ensure that all behavior is tied to a unique identifier. \nTopics of discussion include: \n\nAn overview of the concepts and principles critical to configuration management and identification & authentication\nA review of the reference documentation that is essential in evaluating your compliance with these controls\nA review of the controls\, their structure\, and what the federal regulations are asking of you and your company\nA discussion of the different strategies for implementing these controls\n\nSpeaker: Matt Frost\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nFor the full schedule of the Cyber Friday webinars\, please click here. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-nist-sp-800-171-3-4-configuration-management-and-3-5-identification-authentication/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230920T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230920T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230223T035514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230223T035514Z
UID:10002856-1695220200-1695229200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:CONNECT! 2023 Green Bay Packers Mentor-Protege Program Networking Event (in-person)
DESCRIPTION:Onsite registration is available. The event is located inside the Johnsonville Tailgate Village\, which is a separate building located south of the south of the stadium. \nEvent Schedule\n2:30 PM – Registration Opens (enter through the Johnsonville Tailgate Village entrance on the stadium’s south side) \n3:00 PM – Program \nGuest Speaker: Mark Webster\, Principal\, Mark Webster Communication\, BRANDING: FINDING + TELLING YOUR STORY \n2025 NFL Draft: Update on Opportunities – Anna Steinfest\, President/ CEO\, AFF Research LLC \nGovernment-Market Opportunities Update – Aina Vilumsons\, President and Executive Director\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) – Wisconsin’s APEX Accelerator \n4:00 PM – Networking & Buyer Meetings \n5:00 PM – Close of Program \n\nThe event will be in two parts: \nPart 1 features our guest speaker\, Mark Webster. Mark will discuss his background and experience working with Fortune 500 global organizations\, why Branding and Purpose matter\, how to create an on-brand message\, and how the Green Bay Packers Mentor-Protege Program fuels this process for its participants. \nPart 2 is reserved for networking. The networking will give businesses an opportunity to network with corporate buyers\, resource providers\, government agencies\, lenders\, and more. We encourage all businesses to bring a CAPABILITIES STATEMENT and BUSINESS CARDS. If you need assistance preparing for buyer meetings\, please contact Jack Laufenberg at JackL@wispro.org or at 414-270-3600 for assistance. \nConfirmed Buyers: \n\nCostco\nBoldt\nMichel’s Corporation\nNortheast Wisconsin Technical College\nUW Green Bay\n\nRepresentatives from both the U.S. Small Business Administration and the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation will be in attendance. \nFor more information about the Green Bay Packers Mentor-Protégé\, click here. \nTo view the Green Bay Packers’ press release about the event\, click here. \n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/connect-2023-green-bay-packers-mentor-protege-program-networking-event-in-person/
LOCATION:Johnsonville Tailgate Village\, 1265 Lombardi Avenue\, Green Bay\, WI\, 54304\, United States
CATEGORIES:WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230915T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230915T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230530T233442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T133522Z
UID:10002900-1694775600-1694779200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: NIST SP 800.171 - 3.2 – Awareness & Training and 3.3 Audit & Accountability
DESCRIPTION:If you are currently\, or are planning to be\, a contractor or subcontractor within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) you must comply with the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFARS) 252.204-7012. These regulations state that a contractor or subcontractor must implement the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-171. To help you know how to comply with these DFAR regulations\, this series of webinars will overview the 14 Cybersecurity “Families” and their respective controls. \nIn this webinar we will examine NIST SP 800.171 3.2 – Awareness & Training and 3.3 Audit & Accountability.  The NIST Controls work together to create a holistic approach towards building a security program.  This webinar will review the important requirements assigned towards creating a culture of security through training and having a security-first mindset.  Then\, building from there\, this webinar will additionally review the requirements for verifying behavior within the Information System and creating an appropriate record through Audit and Accountability. \nTopics of discussion include: \n\nAn overview of the concepts and principles critical to awareness & training as well as audit and accountability\nA review of the reference documentation that is essential in evaluating your compliance with these controls\nA review of the controls\, their structure\, and what the federal regulations are asking of you and your company\nA discussion of the different strategies for implementing these controls\n\nSpeaker: Matt Frost\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nFor the full schedule of the Cyber Friday webinars\, please click here. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-nist-sp-800-171-3-2-awareness-training-and-3-3-audit-accountability/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230908T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230908T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230530T233219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240326T133505Z
UID:10002899-1694170800-1694174400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: NIST SP 800.171 - 3.1 – Access Control
DESCRIPTION:If you are currently\, or are planning to be\, a contractor or subcontractor within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) you must comply with the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation (DFARS) 252.204-7012. These regulations state that a contractor or subcontractor must implement the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication 800-171. To help you know how to comply with these DFAR regulations\, this series of webinars will overview the 14 Cybersecurity “Families” and their respective controls. \nIn this webinar we will examine NIST SP 800.171 – 3.1 – Access Control.  Access Control is a critical part of data security and one of the more technical families of security controls. This webinar will review how to assign\, secure\, and properly access CUI (Controlled Unclassified Information) on a Non-Government Information System. \nTopics of discussion include: \n\nAn overview of the concepts and principles critical to access control\nA review of the reference documentation that is essential in evaluating your compliance with these controls\nA review of the controls\, their structure\, and what the federal regulations are asking of you and your company\nA discussion of the different strategies for implementing these controls\n\nSpeaker: Matt Frost\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute \nFor the full schedule of the Cyber Friday webinars\, please click here. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-nist-sp-800-171-3-1-access-control/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230906T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230525T234344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T234344Z
UID:10002891-1694001600-1694005200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Federal Contracting - Contract Methods and Types of Contracts
DESCRIPTION:In Federal Government contracting\, there are various contract methods and numerous types of federal contracts. It is important for the contractor to understand both when submitting a bid / proposal to the Federal Government.  The contract method impacts what offerors should submit and how the government selects the awardee.  The type of contract can affect how much a contractor is paid\, risk allocation on cost overruns\, and the contractual obligations of the contractor and the government. \n  \nThis webinar will cover: \n\nSealed Bidding\nCompetitive Negotiations\nSimplified Acquisitions\nFixed Price Contracts\nCost-Reimbursement Contracts\nIndefinite-Delivery Contracts\nTime and Materials/Labor Hour Contracts\, Letter Contracts\, and Basic Ordering Agreements\n\n  \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-federal-contracting-contract-methods-and-types-of-contracts/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230905T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230905T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230808T014528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230808T014528Z
UID:10002913-1693918800-1693922400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Certifications for Woman Owned Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Woman-owned businesses can receive advantages when selling to various Public and Private entities. In most cases\, a certification process must be completed to qualify. It is important for business to understand the certification requirements and the potential benefits to their business prior to investing their time and resources in the certification process. \nThis webinar will provide an overview of these programs\, application process\, describe eligibility requirements as well as the benefits and obligations for certifications with: \n· Federal Government agencies \n· State Government agencies (including WisDOT and State of Wisconsin) \n· Local Government agencies (including Milwaukee City and County\, Dane County\, Madison [City]\, MMSD) \n· Corporate (Large business) \nSpeakers: \nShane Mahaffy\, Lead Business Opportunity Specialist\, U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) \nAlex Ysquierdo\, Director\, Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program \nTru Mwololo\, Manager\, Small Business Programs\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) \n  \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-certifications-for-woman-owned-businesses-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230830T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230830T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230525T234152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T234152Z
UID:10002890-1693396800-1693400400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Responding to Sources Sought and Preparing a Capabilities Statement
DESCRIPTION:A 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 (including small business program certified) able to perform to support setting aside the specific requirement for limited competition. These Sources Sought are posted in SAM.gov and provide businesses with a significant opportunity to present their qualifications and capabilities to support a specific requirement / opportunity. \nAlong with Sources Sought\, this session will discuss the development of a targeted Capabilities Statement to support business development and marketing to Government agencies and Prime Contractors. \nWell prepared responses to a Sources Sought and / or the development of a focused Capabilities Statement are critical to the successful presentation of your capacity and capabilities to Government agencies and their Primes  – 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\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-responding-to-sources-sought-and-preparing-a-capabilities-statement/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230815T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230815T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230525T231818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T231818Z
UID:10002889-1692104400-1692108000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Federal Spend to the End
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Spend to the End event! Starting on July 1st\, the Federal Government’s buying season kicks off as many buying office’s procurement activity significantly increased through the end of the fiscal year. Take the opportunity to familiarize yourself with this unique time of year\, including research tools\, available data\, and most importantly\, how to leverage this information to understand market trends and key customer preferences. It’s crucial to develop a strategy that aligns with your goals. With 2\,671 Contracting Offices making purchases during the previous fiscal year\, it’s essential to identify the ones that best suit your objectives. Stay ahead of the game and be well-prepared as the Federal Government gears up for its spending spree until September 30th. Don’t miss out! \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Director\, Federal Market Strategies\, 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-spend-to-the-end-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230802T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230525T231620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T231620Z
UID:10002888-1690977600-1690981200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) Overview
DESCRIPTION:If 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. \n  \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 \n  \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-federal-acquisition-regulations-far-overview/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230711T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230525T225304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T225304Z
UID:10002887-1689080400-1689084000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Federal Spend to the End
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the Spend to the End event! Starting on July 1st\, the Federal Government’s buying season kicks off as many buying office’s procurement activity significantly increased through the end of the fiscal year. Take the opportunity to familiarize yourself with this unique time of year\, including research tools\, available data\, and most importantly\, how to leverage this information to understand market trends and key customer preferences. It’s crucial to develop a strategy that aligns with your goals. With 2\,671 Contracting Offices making purchases during the previous fiscal year\, it’s essential to identify the ones that best suit your objectives. Stay ahead of the game and be well-prepared as the Federal Government gears up for its spending spree until September 30th. Don’t miss out! \nSpeaker: Marc Violante\, Director\, Federal Market Strategies\, 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-spend-to-the-end/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230606T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20221222T025300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T025300Z
UID:10002833-1686056400-1686060000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Government Furnished Property
DESCRIPTION:As a contractor to the Federal Government or a subcontractor to a prime contractor\, you may receive government property. Government property generally falls into one of several categories: (1) material; (2) special tooling; (3) test equipment; (4) property designed for military operations; and (5) facilities used for production\, maintenance\, research\, development\, or test purposes. \nThe contractor has defined obligations in the use and management of the property. An unfavorable assessment by the government of a contractor’s Property Management System may result in financial penalties. Also\, there are costs associated with government property management that must be considered by a prime or a subcontractor. \nThis webinar will cover:\n· Government Property clauses\n· How to apply the clauses\n· What tools/ processes must be in place before you are able to receive government property \nSpeaker: Benjamin Blanc\, 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-government-furnished-property-2/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230515T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230515T100000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230214T000504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230214T000504Z
UID:10002846-1684137600-1684144800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:ESGR Breakfast with Leaders
DESCRIPTION:The Wisconsin Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve (ESGR)\, Region 2 will be hosting the annual Breakfast with Leaders on May 15\, 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM at the Milwaukee County War Memorial Center (715 N. Lincoln Memorial Drive\, Milwaukee\, WI 53202). Please click here to register. \nMore details about the event will be announced soon.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/esgr-breakfast-with-leaders/
LOCATION:Milwaukee County War Memorial Center\, 750 N Lincoln Memorial Drive\, Milwaukee\, WI\, 53202\, United States
CATEGORIES:In State,WPI Partner Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
GEO:43.0439191;-87.8929762
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230505T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230309T004354Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T004354Z
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SUMMARY:WISCONSIN LT. GOVERNOR’S 2023 SMALL BUSINESS ACADEMY
DESCRIPTION:The Lieutenant Governor’s Small Business Academy\, a four-day conference\, takes place May 2 – 5. May 2-4 will be dedicated to virtual programming from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. May 5 will feature in-person programming at locations around the state of Wisconsin from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Virtual programming topics and in-person locations are listed below. \nTo register\, click here. \nThis free event is designed for: \n\nExisting small businesses\nIndividuals who are thinking of starting a business\nEntrepreneurs looking for funding and resources\n\nVirtual Programming Topics: \n\nShow Me the Money: Non-Traditional Sources of Funding\nSuccessful Scaling Strategies: Planning How and When to Grow Your Business\nUnderstand Your Cash Flow: Record Keeping and Financial Management\nPutting You in Your Business: Using Video Story Telling to Build Your Brand\nLeveraging Your Federal\, State\, and Local Certifications to Build Your Business\nEnhancing Your Online Presence: Implementing Your Brand in Digital Marketing\nEffective Workforce Retention and Attraction: Childcare\, Benefits\, and Other Ways to Engage Your Workforce\nUpcoming Business Opportunities in Wisconsin\n\nLocations for Event: \n\nAppleton\nBeloit\nEau Claire\nLa Crosse\nMadison\nMilwaukee\nRhinelander\n\nThe conference will provide entrepreneurs and startups with opportunities to learn from and connect with business leaders and technical and financial resource providers and to identify the tools they need to start and grow their businesses.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wisconsin-lt-governors-2023-small-business-academy-2/
CATEGORIES:WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230504T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230504T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230308T230313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T230313Z
UID:10002865-1683190800-1683201600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:WISCONSIN LT. GOVERNOR’S 2023 SMALL BUSINESS ACADEMY
DESCRIPTION:The Lieutenant Governor’s Small Business Academy\, a four-day conference\, takes place May 2 – 5. May 2-4 will be dedicated to virtual programming from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. May 5 will feature in-person programming at locations around the state of Wisconsin from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Virtual programming topics and in-person locations are listed below. \nTo register\, click here. \nThis free event is designed for: \n\nExisting small businesses\nIndividuals who are thinking of starting a business\nEntrepreneurs looking for funding and resources\n\nVirtual Programming Topics: \n\nShow Me the Money: Non-Traditional Sources of Funding\nSuccessful Scaling Strategies: Planning How and When to Grow Your Business\nUnderstand Your Cash Flow: Record Keeping and Financial Management\nPutting You in Your Business: Using Video Story Telling to Build Your Brand\nLeveraging Your Federal\, State\, and Local Certifications to Build Your Business\nEnhancing Your Online Presence: Implementing Your Brand in Digital Marketing\nEffective Workforce Retention and Attraction: Childcare\, Benefits\, and Other Ways to Engage Your Workforce\nUpcoming Business Opportunities in Wisconsin\n\nLocations for Event: \n\nAppleton\nBeloit\nEau Claire\nLa Crosse\nMadison\nMilwaukee\nRhinelander\n\nThe conference will provide entrepreneurs and startups with opportunities to learn from and connect with business leaders and technical and financial resource providers and to identify the tools they need to start and grow their businesses.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wisconsin-lt-governors-2023-small-business-academy/2023-05-04/
CATEGORIES:WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230503T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230503T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230308T230313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T230313Z
UID:10002864-1683104400-1683115200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:WISCONSIN LT. GOVERNOR’S 2023 SMALL BUSINESS ACADEMY
DESCRIPTION:The Lieutenant Governor’s Small Business Academy\, a four-day conference\, takes place May 2 – 5. May 2-4 will be dedicated to virtual programming from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. May 5 will feature in-person programming at locations around the state of Wisconsin from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Virtual programming topics and in-person locations are listed below. \nTo register\, click here. \nThis free event is designed for: \n\nExisting small businesses\nIndividuals who are thinking of starting a business\nEntrepreneurs looking for funding and resources\n\nVirtual Programming Topics: \n\nShow Me the Money: Non-Traditional Sources of Funding\nSuccessful Scaling Strategies: Planning How and When to Grow Your Business\nUnderstand Your Cash Flow: Record Keeping and Financial Management\nPutting You in Your Business: Using Video Story Telling to Build Your Brand\nLeveraging Your Federal\, State\, and Local Certifications to Build Your Business\nEnhancing Your Online Presence: Implementing Your Brand in Digital Marketing\nEffective Workforce Retention and Attraction: Childcare\, Benefits\, and Other Ways to Engage Your Workforce\nUpcoming Business Opportunities in Wisconsin\n\nLocations for Event: \n\nAppleton\nBeloit\nEau Claire\nLa Crosse\nMadison\nMilwaukee\nRhinelander\n\nThe conference will provide entrepreneurs and startups with opportunities to learn from and connect with business leaders and technical and financial resource providers and to identify the tools they need to start and grow their businesses.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wisconsin-lt-governors-2023-small-business-academy/2023-05-03/
CATEGORIES:WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230502T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230502T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20230308T230313Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230308T230313Z
UID:10002863-1683018000-1683028800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:WISCONSIN LT. GOVERNOR’S 2023 SMALL BUSINESS ACADEMY
DESCRIPTION:The Lieutenant Governor’s Small Business Academy\, a four-day conference\, takes place May 2 – 5. May 2-4 will be dedicated to virtual programming from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM. May 5 will feature in-person programming at locations around the state of Wisconsin from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Virtual programming topics and in-person locations are listed below. \nTo register\, click here. \nThis free event is designed for: \n\nExisting small businesses\nIndividuals who are thinking of starting a business\nEntrepreneurs looking for funding and resources\n\nVirtual Programming Topics: \n\nShow Me the Money: Non-Traditional Sources of Funding\nSuccessful Scaling Strategies: Planning How and When to Grow Your Business\nUnderstand Your Cash Flow: Record Keeping and Financial Management\nPutting You in Your Business: Using Video Story Telling to Build Your Brand\nLeveraging Your Federal\, State\, and Local Certifications to Build Your Business\nEnhancing Your Online Presence: Implementing Your Brand in Digital Marketing\nEffective Workforce Retention and Attraction: Childcare\, Benefits\, and Other Ways to Engage Your Workforce\nUpcoming Business Opportunities in Wisconsin\n\nLocations for Event: \n\nAppleton\nBeloit\nEau Claire\nLa Crosse\nMadison\nMilwaukee\nRhinelander\n\nThe conference will provide entrepreneurs and startups with opportunities to learn from and connect with business leaders and technical and financial resource providers and to identify the tools they need to start and grow their businesses.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/wisconsin-lt-governors-2023-small-business-academy/2023-05-02/
CATEGORIES:WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230428T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20221223T235023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221223T235023Z
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SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Culture of Security - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:The NIST Risk Management Framework cannot be implemented correctly without a holistic\, cultural adoption of certain security concepts. It should be practiced continuously within your organization. We’ll discuss this Risk Management Framework and provide guidance of what implementation can look like within your organization in order to meet the annual NIST/CMMC requirements and strengthen your organization’s security posture. \nSpeaker: Matt Frost\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\, an APEX ACCELERATOR\nFor the full schedule of the Cyber Friday webinars\, please click here.\nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-culture-of-security/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230419T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115603
CREATED:20221222T024919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T024919Z
UID:10002832-1681909200-1681912800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: No-Cost Federal Market Research Tools: SAM.gov\, DSBS\, and USA Spending - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Successful contractors do their homework – or their market research. They determine who at the agency is buying\, how they are buying\, when they will be buying\, how much they have procured in the past\, what they are currently buying and what they will be buying in the future. They also know who holds current contracts and who they will be competing against for current and future requirements. \nThis workshop will teach you how to do your own government market research using various online tools that are available to you at no cost. \nWho should attend: Any business determining if the government market is a good fit for their business\, or businesses that want to learn how to better focus their government market efforts. \nSpeaker: Kim Garber\, Director\, Small Business Programs\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\, an APEX ACCELERATOR\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-no-cost-federal-market-research-tools-sam-gov-dsbs-and-usa-spending/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230414T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230414T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115604
CREATED:20221223T234806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221223T234806Z
UID:10002838-1681470000-1681473600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: The Forensic Record - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:A key component to a strong cyber security program is a robust\, and readily reviewed\, log management strategy. We’ll discuss what logs do\, where they’re stored\, and the recommended configurations of logs within the CUI environment. This will provide more clear guidance on how to have your IT configurations updated for your success. \nSpeaker: Matt Frost\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\, an APEX ACCELERATOR\nFor the full schedule of the Cyber Friday webinars\, please click here.\nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-the-forensic-record/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230405T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230405T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115604
CREATED:20221222T024651Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T024651Z
UID:10002831-1680692400-1680696000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: Overview of Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS) - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Past Performance will impact future contract awards. As a Federal Contractor it is critical for you to understand the Contractor Performance Assessment Reporting System (CPARS)\, which collects and maintains Contractor’s Past Performance Information. Past performance is now included in the selection criteria in Government contracts. \nIt is essential for the Contractor to review the comments and ratings for timeliness and accuracy. Contractors should be aware that there may be an opportunity to modify results with the assessing official and possibly shape the performance evaluation. Understanding the process and management of your CPARS record will support a stronger past performance evaluation of your next bid or proposal. \nSpeaker: Carol Murphy\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\, an APEX ACCELERATOR\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-overview-of-cpars-5/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230328T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115604
CREATED:20220831T013303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T013303Z
UID:10002784-1680026400-1680031800@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:10th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 8: FAR Parts 42-53 - Virtual
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 8: FAR Parts 42-53” on March 28 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 42: Contract Administration and Audit Services \n-FAR 43: Contract Modifications \n-FAR 44: Subcontracting Policies and Procedures \n-FAR 45: Government Property \n-FAR 46: Quality Assurance \n-FAR 47: Transportation \n-FAR 48: Value Engineering \n-FAR 49: Termination of Contracts \n-FAR 50: Extraordinary Contractual Actions and the safety act \n-FAR 51: Use of Government Sources by Contractors \n-FAR 52: Solicitation Provisions and Contract Clauses \n-FAR 53: Forms \n\nSpeaker: \n\nJason Rathsack\, Senior Contract Specialist\, Defense Contract Management Agency\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credit. \nFor a full schedule of the FAR sessions\, please click here. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/10th-annual-far-evening-webinar-and-study-group-session-8-far-parts-42-53/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230324T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230324T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115604
CREATED:20221223T234609Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221223T234609Z
UID:10002837-1679655600-1679659200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Protecting the Data - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:Some of the more difficult requirements in NIST SP 800-171 and CMMC are those that handle data security – in particular those based around encryption. We will discuss the origin of government encryption requirements\, the importance of scoping and how to correctly scope your data encryption responsibilities. We will discuss how to find solutions that meet the government standard. \nSpeaker: Matt Frost\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\, an APEX ACCELERATOR \nFor the full schedule of the Cyber Friday webinars\, please click here.\nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-protecting-the-data/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230321T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230321T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115604
CREATED:20220831T013056Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T013056Z
UID:10002783-1679421600-1679427000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:10th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 7: FAR Parts 34-41 - Virtual
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 7: FAR Parts 34-41” on March 21 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 34: Major System Acquisition \n-FAR 35: Research and Development Contracting \n-FAR 36: Construction and Architect-Engineer Contracts \n-FAR 37: Service Contracting \n-FAR 38: Federal Supply Schedule Contracting \n-FAR 39: Acquisition of Information Technology \n-FAR 40:  Reserved \n-FAR 41: Acquisition of Utility Services \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  \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/10th-annual-far-evening-webinar-and-study-group-session-7-far-parts-34-41/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230314T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115604
CREATED:20220831T012913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T012913Z
UID:10002782-1678816800-1678822200@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:10th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 6: FAR Parts 30-33 - Virtual
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 6: FAR Parts 30-33” on March 14 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 30: Cost Accounting Standards Administration \n-FAR 31: Contract Cost Principles and Procedures \n-FAR 32: Contract Financing \n-FAR 33: Protests\, Disputes\, and Appeals \n\nSpeakers: \n\nJason Rathsack\, Senior Contract Specialist\, Defense Contract Management Agency\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credit. \nFor a full schedule of the FAR sessions\, please click here. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/10th-annual-far-evening-webinar-and-study-group-session-6-far-parts-30-33/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230310T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230310T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115604
CREATED:20221223T234236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221223T234236Z
UID:10002836-1678446000-1678449600@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Cyber Friday: Preparing for a Cyber Incident - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:The current threat environment is robust and planning for any potential breach is necessary to protect your business and National Security interests. We will discuss and provide resources to assist you in the adoption of a capable Incident Response\, Disaster Recovery\, and Configuration Management program. We will also address reporting requirements as laid out by the DFARs in the event of a breach or cyber incident. \nSpeaker: Matt Frost\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\, an APEX ACCELERATOR \nFor the full schedule of the Cyber Friday webinars\, please click here.\nThis webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/cyber-friday-preparing-for-a-cyber-incident/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230308T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230308T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115604
CREATED:20221222T024331Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221222T024331Z
UID:10002829-1678280400-1678284000@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:Acquisition Hour: ESRS Individual Subcontractor Reporting (ISR) Basics - Virtual
DESCRIPTION:The eSRS ISR report collects prime contractor and subcontractor subcontract award data for a specific Federal Government agency when a Prime/Subcontractor \n(a) holds one or more contracts over $750\,000 (over $1\,500\,000 for construction of a public facility); and \n(b) is required to report subcontracts awarded to Small Business (SB)\, Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB)\, Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB)\, HUBZone Small Business (HUBZone SB)\, Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB)\, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)\, Alaskan Native Corporations (ANC) and Indian Tribes concerns under a subcontracting plan with the Federal Government. \nThis webinar will provide:\n· The basics of submitting an ISR\n· The basics of filing a Summary with the electronic Subcontracting Reporting System (eSRS)\n· Assistance to first time Small Business Liaison Officers (SBLO)\n· A refresher for newer SBLOs \nSpeaker: Kim Garber\, Director\, Small Business Programs\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\, an APEX ACCELERATOR \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-esrs-individual-subcontractor-reporting-isr-basics-3/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20230307T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20230307T193000
DTSTAMP:20260416T115604
CREATED:20220831T012321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220831T012321Z
UID:10002781-1678212000-1678217400@www.wispro.org
SUMMARY:10th Annual FAR Evening Webinar and Study Group Session 5: FAR Parts 19-29 - Virtual
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 5: FAR Parts 19-29” on March 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 19: Small Business Programs \n-FAR 20: Reserved \n-FAR 21: Reserved \n-FAR 22: Application of Labor Laws to Government Acquisitions \n-FAR 23: Environment\, Energy\, and Water Efficiency\, Renewable Energy Technologies\, Occupational Safety\, and Drug-Free Workplace \n-FAR 24: Protection of Privacy and Freedom of Information \n-FAR 25: Foreign Acquisition \n-FAR 26: Other Socioeconomic Programs \n-FAR 27: Patents\, Data\, and Copyrights \n-FAR 28: Bonds and Insurance \n-FAR 29: Taxes \n\nSpeaker: \n\nDaryl G. Zahn\, CFCM\, Senior Manager\, Contracts and Compliance\, Leonardo DRS\nBen Blanc\, Government Contract Specialist\, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)\, an APEX ACCELERATOR\n\nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 CPE credit. \nFor a full schedule of the FAR sessions\, please click here. \n  \n\n 
URL:https://www.wispro.org/event/10th-annual-far-evening-webinar-and-study-group-session-5-far-parts-19-29/
CATEGORIES:Virtual Event/ Webinar,WPI Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jack L.":MAILTO:JackL@wispro.org
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