Emerging Issues: Vetting Subcontractors and Suppliers

WI, United States

Over the last several years, cybersecurity has been front and center and garnered most of DoD’s contractor’s time and energy as it should. Cybersecurity is a major issue that needs to be addressed but it is not the only issue. There are existing and evolving issues that DoD contractors need to know about and in […]

Acquisition Hour: Service Contracts with Federal Agencies

Do you currently have or are you considering bidding on a federal contract for transportation, janitorial, lawn mowing, catering, repair/maintenance or similar services? If you answered yes, then you may have or will be bidding for a SERVICE CONTRACT. Under a service contract, contractors have additional requirements and obligations. This webinar will help you learn […]

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Government Certification Workshop – State Certifications

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

Are you a Minority, Disadvantaged, Small, Women, or Veteran owned or HUBZone located business? Join the Wisconsin Procurement Institute’s Tru Mwololo, the Wisconsin Procurement Institute's Manager of Small Business Programs, for a once a month Government Certifications Workshop where you will learn about what local, state, or federal certifications your business may qualify for and […]

Emerging Issues: Foreign Ownership, Control, and Influence (FOCI)

WI, United States

Over the last several years, cybersecurity has been front and center and garnered most of DoD’s contractor’s time and energy as it should. Cybersecurity is a major issue that needs to be addressed but it is not the only issue. There are existing and evolving issues that DoD contractors need to know about and in […]

The Contracting Academy (TCA) – Virtual

Virtual Sessions

Registration and full agenda to be posted at this page.  The December 5 TCA will focus on federal government contracting and opportunities. Sessions will explore best practices in business development and market research, as well as how to leverage various types of business partnerships, including Mentor-Protégé programs, joint ventures, and subcontracting. Additionally, sessions will feature […]

Marketplace Wisconsin: Governor’s Conference on Diverse Business Development

The Baird Center 400 W. Wisconsin Ave., Milwaukee, WI

Marketplace will be held December 6-7, 2023 at the Wisconsin Center in Milwaukee, WI. Presented by the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation, MARKETPLACE is the Governor’s Annual Conference on Diverse Business Development. This event connects business owners from across Wisconsin seeking to do business with state, federal and local governments as well as the private sector. […]

Acquisition Hour: The HUBZone Program – Certification Benefits and Regulations

The Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) program helps small businesses in designated urban and rural communities gain preferential access to federal procurement opportunities. This presentation is recommended for any business that is interested in becoming an SBA HUBZone certified business. The HUBZone program qualifies your business to compete for the program’s set-aside contracts. HUBZone-certified businesses […]

Acquisition Hour: Analyzing and Responding to Federal Construction Solicitations

WI, United States

Federal Government construction solicitations might initially seem intimidating, complex, and out of reach. However, the Federal Government spends billions of dollars every year on construction, and therefore, learning how to read, understand, and respond to these solicitations is worth the effort. Join us in this webinar and learn what types of construction projects the Federal […]

Acquisition Hour: Mastering Federal Construction Contract Performance

So, you have been awarded a federal construction contract – now what?  Understanding some unique aspects of public federal construction projects upfront can help ensure timely and profitable performance.  This webinar will cover topics ranging from the pre-construction conference to contract close out.  Some specific topics to be discussed include: • Baseline and Interim Schedule […]

Acquisition Hour: Overview of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)

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. This webinar is designed to be […]