Acquisition Hour: Using the New FPDS and Desktop Tools to Analyze Federal Procurement Data

  Identifying and accessing data related to federal procurement is for the most part a relatively easy task. Making sense of the data; seeing patterns and answering specific questions can be extremely challenging  without the use of commonly available software tools. This webinar will review tools such as Excel, Excel Pivot Tables and Microsoft BI […]

Moving the Northwest Wisconsin Advantage Forward – Virtual

Please join us for a discussion on financial preparation, current programs and resources as well as government contract opportunities for Northwestern Wisconsin businesses. Moving the Northwest Wisconsin Advantage Forward will be about making sure your business is financially fit BEFORE accepting additional funding or government contract and developing new market opportunities. With lending changes and […]

Acquisition Hour: Intellectual Property for Government Contractors & Subcontractors & the STTR/SBIR Stakeholder

When 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, […]

Acquisition Hour: Introduction to Certifications Available to Woman Owned Businesses

Woman-owned businesses can receive advantage when selling to various Public entities. In most cases, a certification process must be completed to qualify. It is important for businesses to understand the certification requirements and the potential benefits to their business prior to investing their time and resources in the certification process. This webinar will provide an […]

TOMAH WI VA Medical Center Industry Day – Virtual

This virtual event (ZOOM) will focus on opportunities for two requirements at the TOMAH VA Medical Center. This event will consist of a requirements overview, discussion on bid preparation, and a networking and discussion session. Industry is highly encouraged to come prepared and ask questions. View additional information on this event in beta.SAM.gov at this […]

FAR Up Close – FAR Clauses in Federal Construction Services

The federal government spends billions of  dollars on construction each year. This webinar will explain, in easy to understand terms, the FAR regulations and clauses related to bonding and alternate payment protections, the Davis Bacon Act, the Changes clause, the Suspension of Work Clause, Differing Site Conditions, Brand Name or Equal Specifications, Certified Cost or […]

Acquisition Hour: Veterans’ Small Business Certifications – Federal and State

Government contracting offers tremendous financial opportunities for Wisconsin’s veteran-owned small businesses, but it can be difficult to compete in the marketplace. SBA and its local resource network help set veteran entrepreneurs up for success no matter where they are in their government contracting journey. WPI is hosting the SBA and the Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program […]

Cybersecurity for Current and Prospective DOD Contractors

Companies currently conducting business with the Department of Defense, and those which would like to have DOD as a customer, need to know about and comply with DOD cybersecurity requirements. Companies must be aware both that there are requirements in place today and that there are pending changes to these requirements that will soon be […]

FAR Up Close – FAR Regulations for Procurement of Architect Engineer Services

The federal process for procurement of Architect Engineer (A/E) Services is unique and fully understanding this unique process is key to getting federal AE contracts. This webinar will provide a comprehensive, up close analysis of the A/E procurement processes specified in FAR 36.6, including both the normal AE procurement process and the Simplified Streamlined AE […]

Cyber Friday: Your Cyber Plan Cannot Be Static – Here’s Why!

Every day brings both old and new cyber threats. Is that email legitimate? How about the link? - should I click it? Additionally, there are new devices, new settings, and even new staff. Each and every change brings some probability of risk which in the worst case can shut down a company. This webinar will […]