Cyber Friday: Building a CMMC Model: 3.1.7 System Maintenance Policy

To address the pressing need for cybersecurity compliance within the defense industry, the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) is proud to offer a series of no-cost webinars dedicated to assisting companies in navigating the complexities of the Department of Defense’s Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Model. Recognizing the challenges businesses face in understanding and implementing the […]

Emerging Issues: Innovation – What does innovation look like from DoD’s perspective?

This series, WPI’s Emerging Issues Series, is intended as an information tool and resource for contract managers and those with a compliance function. The topics selected for the initial group of Webinars are just some of the important topics. Some have not held the spotlight like others but nevertheless they are important. Others, such as […]

First Business Bank Manufacturing First Expo & Conference – Ashwaubenon, WI

Resch Expo Center 840 Armed Forces Drive, Ashwaubenon, WI

Manufacturing is a constantly evolving industry, facing new challenges and opportunities every day. From increasing demand for sustainability to the rise of automation, manufacturers need to stay informed about the latest trends and developments to remain competitive. Stay up-to-date and competitive in the manufacturing industry by attending Manufacturing First and discovering new business opportunities, strategies, […]

WBC Women’s Business Conference – Eau Claire, WI

Pablo Center at the Confluence 128 Graham Avenue, Eau Claire, WI

Designed to inspire and connect you with other women, this event will provide resources when looking to start, improve, or expand your business. At this full-day conference, you'll learn from established members of the business community in Western Wisconsin, talk to business assistance providers, and network with other women in business. For more information, click […]

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DLA Training, Knowledge, and Opportunities (TKO) Seminar

The TKO seminar is a course that teaches vendors how to start doing business with DLA. Vendors will learn how to find open solicitations, how to submit a quote through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS), the procedures for viewing/downloading drawings, and how to use Invoicing, Receipt, Acceptance and Property Transfer (iRAPT) to get […]

DLA Casting and Forging

The TKO seminar is a course that teaches vendors how to start doing business with DLA. Vendors learn how to find open solicitations, how to submit a quote through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS), the procedures for viewing/downloading drawings, and how to use Invoicing, Receipt, Acceptance and Property Transfer (iRAPT) to get paid. […]

Acquisition Hour: Responding to Sources Sought Notices and Preparing a Capabilities Statement

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 […]

Save the Dates: WI Federal Contractor Forum (Washington, D.C.)

Washington, D.C. Washington, DC, United States

Save the Dates: November 18 - 20, 2024 Hosted by the Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) Board of Directors Location: Washington, D.C. Dates: Week of November 18 - 20, 2024 Agenda details and registration will be posted to this page closer to the event. Contact Aina Vilumsons, WPI President – Executive Director at ainav@wispro.org with questions. – Presented in partnership […]

Emerging Issues: The critical role your accounting system plays in SBIR/STTR success

This series, WPI’s Emerging Issues Series, is intended as an information tool and resource for contract managers and those with a compliance function. The topics selected for the initial group of Webinars are just some of the important topics. Some have not held the spotlight like others but nevertheless they are important. Others, such as […]