upcoming events
MCFL APEX ACCELERATOR
SBIR/STTR Virtual Road Tour - Connecting You Locally
PanelistS
Why attend?
Why attend?
Learn about DoD component SBIR/STTR Programs.
Gain an understanding of the evaluation processes.
Engage with federal agency representatives.
Leave with a better understanding of how to start your SBIR/STTR journey.
How to Prepare
Visit the Agency Resources page to access 1-Pagers that list topic areas; Reverse Pitch Slide Decks that provide details, stats, and contact information; and Reverse Pitch Videos where Program Managers pitch their programs to innovators.
Register Here
AFMC/SB Collider - Opportunity Validation: Know Your Defense Market & Make a Sale
Overview:
Understanding a potential customer’s problem and how your product or service will solve it is vitally important in any market, even more so with the Department of Defense (DoD). Other than running out of money, the biggest reason for small business failure is not having done the homework to fully comprehend and address the user’s needs. At this Collider, we will look at the key factors needed to successfully research and determine the viability of a new opportunity. This will include a focus on where to find military requirements and how to create a DoD-specific business model that will maximize the chance of winning contracts. Learn about the real meaning of “selling” and the best proven approaches to making an effective sales pitch.
Agenda (All time are EST)
· 1230-1240 Welcome Remarks – Jeff Mellott, HQ AFMC/SB
· 1240-1300 Introduction – Billy Grill, Ohio APEX Accelerator
· 1300-1400 Opportunity Validation – Sally Kay, Strategic Management
· 1400-1500 Penetrating the Defense Market – Dr. Jeffrey Decker, Stanford University
· 1500-1510 Break
· 1510-1610 Characteristics of an Effective Sales Call – Dr. Pete Kay, Strategic Management
· 1610-1620 Closing Remarks – Jeff Mellott, HQ AFMC/SB
Additional Information: There will be an optional networking event after the Collider if you would like to network with attendees after the Collider
Registration: https://afrlsbhub.com/event/collider-opportunity-validation-know-your-defense-market-make-a-sale/
2025 Air Force Contracting Summit
The 12th Annual Air Force Contracting Summit on April 14 - 15, 2025 hosted by the Defense Leadership Forum in Orlando, FL!
A Summit tailored for professionals in the defense contracting industry at the 2025 Air Force Contracting Summit. Experience the pinnacle of National Defense Contracting at the forefront of 2025 by attending the Summit! The Summit stands as a premier cornerstone within the landscape of National Defense Contracting events by the participation of esteemed figures including Members of Congress, Pentagon Officials, representatives from Multiple Air Force Commands and Bases, alongside Military Contracting Officers, Financing Sources, Prime Contractors, and Small Businesses from across the Nation.
Delve deep into the intricacies of the Air Force FY2025 Budget and gain invaluable insights into Air Force and Department of Defense Contracting Priorities. Explore a wide spectrum of topics ranging from Air Force Mission & Contracting Priorities, including AI, Cyber, Aircraft, Air Warfare, Armaments, Avionics, Logistics, Facilities, Energy, Construction, Engineering, Weapons Systems, Space, Special Operations, and more!
Be at the forefront of innovation with discussions on the Air Force 'Base of the Future' initiatives and Energy Resilience Opportunities. Acquire a thorough understanding of Air Force Command Mission & Contracting Priorities, and immerse yourself in discussions on Multi-Year Contract Vehicles that offer Dedicated Prime Contractor & Small Business Tracks.
Unlock the potential of New Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Contracting Opportunities and get acquainted with cutting-edge acquisition strategies such as OTA's and other Accelerated/Fast-Track Acquisition Programs. Identify emerging Contracting Opportunities for Prime Defense Contractors & Subcontractors and stay ahead of the curve with analyses of new Pentagon and Air Force Cyber Protection/CMMC Strategies.
Forge strategic partnerships through Prime Contractor-Small Business Teaming, Subcontracting & Mentor Protégé Opportunities. Access a diverse array of Public and Private Financing Sources and gain insights into New Air Force Small Business Contracting Opportunities.
Maximize your networking potential with Matchmaking Sessions featuring Air Force Commands, Government Agencies, and Prime Contractors. Additionally, gain access to Small Business/Diversity Supplier Resources, ensuring you have all of the tools necessary to thrive in the Air Force Contracting landscape.
Don't miss this unparalleled opportunity to Connect, Collaborate, and Capitalize on the future of Air Force Contracting. Join us at the 2025 Air Force Contracting Summit and position yourself for success in the evolving defense industry landscape!
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DAU Cyber Solutions: CMMC 101 – A walk-though of the DoD CIO’s Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program
Join us for the first of many official discussions on the DoD CIO’s CMMC Program. We will take you through the CMMC program requirements at the “101” level where you will gain an understanding of how CMMC will affect DoD acquisitions. This series will include speakers from the DoD CMMC Program Management Office, which will be your guide.
Date: April 16, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. (Eastern) | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. (Pacific)
CLPs: 1
Who Should Attend: Ideal for any professional with responsibilities for cybersecurity.
Contact Information: For Registration of technical questions, please contact us at events@dau.edu
DoD Cyber Solutions:
This is a series of webinars to bring the Acquisition Workforce up-to-speed on all the cybersecurity requirements in federal contracts and how to evaluate those contractual requirements. In the DoD alone, there are some 120K small business contractors and 70% of those contractors have less than 30 employees. This webinar series will educate contracting communities, project managers, and contractors on the resources available to create robust cybersecurity.
Army MICC APBI (Advance Planning Briefing for Industry)
It’s not too late to register for the 2025 U.S. Army Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) Advance Planning Briefing for Industry (APBI)! Registration is now open and will close on April 21, 2025.
Small businesses and other interested industry partners can now register for the fifth annual Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC) Advance Planning Briefing for Industry (APBI)—a virtual contracting forecast event scheduled for May 8-10, 2025.
🔗 Scan the QR code below or go to https://www.ticketleap.events/tickets/us-army-mission-installation-contracting-command/micc-fy25-advance-planning-briefing-for-industry-apbi to register now!
Manufacturing Summit to Focus on U.S. Navy Maritime Industrial Base (MIB)
Join us on May 7 for the Manufacturing Workforce Summit, a free one-day conference that explores solutions to two of our most persistent industry challenges: Growing and maintaining a skilled workforce and a supply chain that can meet the increasing demands of the Defense industry.
This conference offers manufacturers—regardless of your focus—the chance to connect with peers, community partners, educational professionals, and subject matter experts to discover ways to advance your business.
Attendees will:
Learn best practices for talent development and what the region is doing to grow the pipeline of skilled workers
Understand the needs of the military-connected community to identify potential growth strategies for your business
Participate in coordinated matchmaking between prime contractors and manufacturers to unlock business opportunities
Network to develop potential partnerships and find new ways to attract workers
This event will take place at NextCorps. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Event Agenda:
8:00 AM to 8:30 AM – Registration and Breakfast
8:30 AM to 8:45 AM - Welcome
8:45 AM to 9:15 AM - Overview of U.S. Navy Maritime Industrial Base (MIB) Mission
Josh Cramer - BlueForge Alliance - Workforce Development
9:15 AM - 10:00 AM – Best Practices in Workforce Development
Rich Turner - RTMA - Moderator
Christina Pierce - Mersen - Apprenticeships
Ale Mendoza - Optimax - Quality Jobs Toolkit
Tyrone Reaves - YAMTEP - Reducing Barriers to Work (Transportation)
10:00 AM to 10:15 AM - BREAK & Networking
10:15 AM to 11:00 AM – Partnerships Driving Regional Workforce Development
Mike Marvin and Kathleen Martin – NextCorps Moderators
Make It Panelists - (Speakers to be announced)
Dave Seeley - Rochester Works - Workforce Overview
11:00 AM to 11:45 AM – Supplier Opportunities for the US Navy Maritime Industrial Base
Speaker to be announced
11:45 AM to 12:45 PM – LUNCH & Networking
12:45 PM to 1:30 PM – Navigating the Region’s Supply Base
Introduction: Anna Vulaj Fitzsimmons, Monroe County/Finger Lakes Apex Accelerator
Speaker to be announced
1:30 PM to 2:15 PM – Building a Nationwide Network of Suppliers and Workers for our Military’s Technology Future
Beth Deuermeyer – BlueForge Alliance
2:15 PM to 2:30 PM - BREAK & Networking
2:30 PM to 3:15 PM – Opportunities for Workforce Development Funding, Collaboration, and Growth
Empire State Development
Monroe 2 BOCES - Center for Workforce Development
Small Business Development Center
Monroe County Economic Development
3:30 PM – Event concludes
2025 Navy Contracting Summit
The 11th Annual Navy Contracting Summit on June 9 - 10, 2025 hosted by the Defense Leadership Forum in Washington, DC!
2025 Navy Contracting Summit
June 9 - 10, 2025 in Washington, DC
In its 11th year, the 2025 Navy Contracting Summit brings together: Navy Pentagon Officials, Navy Command & Base Officials, Contracting Officers, Contracting Experts, Financing Sources, and Business Leaders nationwide. Hundreds of Prime Contractors, Subcontractors, Military Officials, Contracting Officials, Financing Experts, and Defense Agencies from throughout the country registered to participate in person for the 2025 Navy Contracting Summit.
The 2025 Navy Contracting Summit is one of the top National Defense Contracting Events of 2025! Attending the Summit will provide Defense Contractors, Subcontractors, and Small Businesses with the latest information on:
Navy FY2025 and FY2026 Budgets - Major Procurement Developments
Navy, USMC, U.S. Coast Guard, and Department of Defense Procurement Requirements & Priorities
Navy Mission & Contracting Priorities for Weapons, Shipbuilding, Aircraft, Installations, Logistics, IT, Cybersecurity, AI, Energy, Construction, Reconstruction, Engineering, and more
Navy Command Mission & Contracting Priorities - including NAVFAC, NAVSUP, NAVSEA, NAVAIR, and Military Sealift Command
Multi-Year Contract Vehicles - Prime Contractor & Small Business Tracks
Special Contracting Opportunities for Shipbuilding, Shipyard Modernization, Ship Sustainment, Maintenance & Repair, and Sealift Support
Indo-Pacific Theater Requirements - Special Funding for Expanded U.S. Presence Including Guam Build-up and Island Base Rejuvenation
New Marine Corps Dispersed Operations Doctrine Driving Forward Logistics Support Contracts
New Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Contracting Opportunities
Navy Installation Resiliency and Secure Energy Supply Contracts
OTA's and Other Accelerated/Fast-Track Acquisition Strategies and Programs
Prime Contractor-Small Business Teaming, Subcontracting & Mentor Protégé Opportunities
Public and Private Financing Sources
Small Business/Diversity Supplier Resources
Matchmaking Sessions, featuring Government Agencies and Prime Contractors
Unlock the potential of New Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Contracting Opportunities and get acquainted with cutting-edge acquisition strategies such as OTA's and other Accelerated/Fast-Track Acquisition Programs. Identify emerging Contracting Opportunities for Prime Defense Contractors & Subcontractors and stay ahead of the curve with analyses of new Pentagon and Air Force Cyber Protection/CMMC Strategies.
Forge strategic partnerships through Prime Contractor-Small Business Teaming, Subcontracting & Mentor Protégé Opportunities. Access a diverse array of Public and Private Financing Sources and gain insights into New Air Force Small Business Contracting Opportunities.
Maximize your networking potential with Matchmaking Sessions featuring Naval Commands, Government Agencies, and Prime Contractors. Additionally, gain access to Small Business/Diversity Supplier Resources, ensuring you have all of the tools necessary to thrive in the Navy Contracting landscape.
Don't miss this unparalleled opportunity to Connect, Collaborate, and Capitalize on the future of Navy Contracting. Join us at the 2025 Navy Contracting Summit and position yourself for success in the evolving defense industry landscape!
2025 AMERICAN SMALL BUSINESS CONTRACTING SUMMIT
You are invited to attend the 2nd Annual Summit on July 22 - 23, 2025 at National Union Building. Hosted by DLF
DAU Cyber Solutions – Free Cyber Services from DoD Cyber Crime Center and CISA
The Director of the DC3 DIB CS program for DoD contracts which handle CUI will talk about the new, free services available to support DoD Contracts. And then CISA, the national Cybersecurity and Security Infrastructure Agency, whose job it is to manage cyber risk for the nation – will talk about CISA’s free services to the US Critical Infrastructure, which includes DoD Contracts. All in all – a wonderful presentation for contracting teams so you walk away understanding the plethora of cybersecurity sport to DoD acquisition.
Date: March 27, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Eastern) | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. (Pacific)
CLPs: 1.5
Who Should Attend: Ideal for any professional with responsibilities for cybersecurity.
Contact Information: For Registration of technical questions, please contact us at events@dau.edu
DoD Cyber Solutions: This is a series of webinars to bring the Acquisition Workforce up-to-speed on all the cybersecurity requirements in federal contracts and how to evaluate those contractual requirements. In the DoD alone, there are some 120K small business contractors and 70% of those contractors have less than 30 employees. This webinar series will educate contracting communities, project managers, and contractors on the resources available to create robust cybersecurity.
DAU Cyber Solutions – Free Cyber Services from NSA CCC and What is the DFARS 7012?
Hear from Chief of DIB Defense at the NSA Cybersecurity Collaboration Center (CCC) about the ground-breaking free services to support DIB contracts. A presentation by Bailey Bickley about the cutting-edge services offered by NSA to protect DoD data at the contactor and amazingly – at the subcontractor level. Not to be missed! Then, Professor Kelley Kiernan will go over the DFARS 252.204-7012 which outlines the expensive and sophisticated contract cybersecurity requirements for protecting DoD Controlled Unclassified Information and how it fits with CMMC.
Date: March 24, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. (Eastern) | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 p.m. (Pacific)
CLPs: 1.5
Who Should Attend: Ideal for any professional with responsibilities for cybersecurity.
Contact Information: For Registration of technical questions, please contact us at events@dau.edu
DoD Cyber Solutions: This is a series of webinars to bring the Acquisition Workforce up-to-speed on all the cybersecurity requirements in federal contracts and how to evaluate those contractual requirements. In the DoD alone, there are some 120K small business contractors and 70% of those contractors have less than 30 employees. This webinar series will educate contracting communities, project managers, and contractors on the resources available to create robust cybersecurity.
Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) Training - DOD Small Business Webinar Training Series
Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) Training
Date & Time: Mar 19, 2025 11:00 AM
Registration: https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/CCV29lQ8RvG5R4Z-vDUtCQ#/registration
Part II Government Contracting Series: From Eligibility to Opportunity
Government Contracting Series: From Eligibility to Opportunity
This series equips business owners with the knowledge and tools to achieve eligibility in the government contracting arena. We encourage all businesses to attend and network.
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Part II: From Eligibility to Opportunity, will be a LIVE event
When: March 18th, 1pm-4pm
Where: International Arrivals Hall, Greater Rochester International Airport, Rochester, NY
Registration: https://monroeapex.ecenterdirect.com/events/1101
Open to all businesses
Cost: No fee to attend/parking will be validated
Questions: apex@monreocounty.gov; (585)753-2015 / (585)753-2017
DoD Mentor-Protege Program - Small Business Webinar Training Series
DoD Mentor-Protégé Program
Date & Time: Mar 12, 2025 11:00 AM
Registration: https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/7zo8QMQQRyOwO56EPGU_Mg#/registration
Project Spectrum - DOD Small Business Webinar Training Series
Project Spectrum
Date & Time: Mar 10, 2025 11:00 AM
Registration: https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/m0PiTIMDSp2VuPHEHy5edg#/registration
Roadmap to Obtaining Your Facility Clearance
Roadmap to Obtaining Your Facility Clearance
SPRS - Everything You Need to Know to Maintain CMMC Compliance
Supporting and sustaining the Defense Industrial Base - CMMC/NIST Compliance
Workforce Development: Tactical Hand’s-on CMMC Training
Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) – Level 1
The U.S Department of Defense (DoD) has established a Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) to protect information that the DoD shares with contractors and subcontractors. Over the last few years, the DoD recommended the implementation of a Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
The Level 1 course topics will cover the following domains:
Structure of the CMMC model including the CMMC levels, domains, capabilities, processes, and practices.
CMMC assessment process and methodology, evidence documentation and the CMMC Code of Professional Conduct.
Requirements discussions for domains: Access Control (AC), Identification and Authentication (IA)
Requirements discussions for domains: Media Protection (MP) Physical Protection (PE)
Requirements discussions for domains: System and Communications Protection (SC), Systems and Information Integrity (SI)
CMMC Level 1 Practice Test
Upon Successful completion of the CMMC Level 1 Practice Test and upon successful implementation of the compliance requirements, students may enroll for the Level 2 program.
2025 Upstate New York Supplier Diversity Summit
An event co-hosted by NYNJ MSDC, Monroe County, and University of Rochester. Save the date for February 5, 2025, at the Riverside Convention Center in Rochester, New York.
This summit is an excellent opportunity to connect with diverse suppliers and small businesses, share best practices, and explore new business opportunities. We can’t wait for engaging discussions, insightful presentations, and valuable networking with all of you.
WOSB Readiness - Part I of The WOSB Advantage Series: From Eligibility to Opportunity
The WOSB Advantage Series: From Eligibility to Opportunity
Did you know the Federal Government is the largest buyer of products and services in the U.S.? The SBA's Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB) and Economically Disadvantaged Woman-Owned Small Business (EDWOSB) Programs are designed to help women-owned businesses compete for these lucrative federal contracts. Is your business eligible?
The WOSB Advantage Series is a two-part program designed to help women-owned small businesses (WOSBs) navigate the U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA) Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Program. This series empowers business owners with the knowledge and tools to achieve eligibility and leverage the program for new opportunities.
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Part I (Virtual): WOSB Readiness
Join us on January 28th for a webinar to go over the prerequisites for getting your WOSB application.
In this foundational session, participants will gain a clear understanding of the SBA’s WOSB Program.
Webinar Agenda: 10:30 AM - 12 PM
Welcome & Introductions
DoD OSBP & APEX Accelerator Overview
Why WOSB? Insights from the SBA (Small Business Representative)
WOSB Program Overview
Eligibility Requirements
Step-by-Step Application Process
Preparing for Certification Success
What’s Next? Preview of Part II
Q & A
Adjourn
This virtual session will provide actionable insights to help you get WOSB-ready.
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Part II: From Eligibility to Opportunity, will be a LIVE event in March that coincides with National Women’s History Month.
When: March 18th, 1pm-4pm
Where: International Arrivals Hall, Greater Rochester International Airport, Rochester, NY
Register for Part II here - https://monroeapex.ecenterdirect.com/events/1101
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DCAA Training – Cost Reimbursable Requirements Series – Part 1
Topics:
Accounting System Requirements
Incurred Cost Submissions
Prior to being awarded a cost reimbursable contract, federal government contractors need to ensure their accounting system is adequate for determining costs applicable to federal contracts. This is accomplished when DCAA conducts a Pre-Award Accounting System Audit at the request of a federal agency. Experts from DCAA will discuss the federal regulations that define an acceptable accounting system, evaluate the minimum requirements of the SF 1408 criteria, and how small businesses can prepare for this type of audit. This training will differentiate between direct versus indirect costs, define total contract costs, provide an overview of indirect allocation bases, and explain how FAR Part 31 clauses describe allowability, allocability, and reasonableness.
At the end of a defined accounting period, federal government contractors must submit actual costs incurred to DCAA. The intention of this process is for DCAA to review costs claimed to ensure they are allowable, allocable, and reasonable per FAR 31, as well as within the terms of their respective contracts. DCAA will discuss requirements for the annual submission and what DCAA considers to be elements of an adequate submission. This training provides an overview of the DCAA Incurred Cost Electronic (ICE) model, which provides contractors with a standard user-friendly package to compile their financial data. DCAA will also discuss its adequacy review process and means of how they select submissions for audit.
Tri-State Mega Matchmaker
The Tri-State APEX Accelerator Mega-Matchmaker is an opportunity for small businesses to meet virtually with federal, state and local government buyers.
APEX Accelerators from New York, Pennsylvania and Ohio have joined together again to provide the opportunity for government buyers and sellers to meet in one of the largest online procurement events in this tri-state region. This event is open to all businesses. There is no cost to attend.
The 2024 Tri-State APEX Accelerator Mega-Matchmaker allows businesses to pre-schedule appointments.
VETCON 2024
Tully Rinckey PLLC and The Tully Rinckey Foundation are pleased to announce VETCON 2024!
Join us on December 3 – 4, 2024, at The Crowne Plaza – Desmond Hotel for the premier annual conference dedicated to the professional growth and education of veterans.
VETCON 2024 promises to be an extraordinary event filled with valuable networking opportunities, educational sessions, and insightful interactions with state agencies and industry leaders.
Leverage Your Veteran Certifications: Maximize Federal, State, and Local Contracts
🎯 Virtual Workshop during National Veteran Owned Small Business Week
✅ Learn how to turn your Veteran-Owned Business certifications into contracts
💡 Guest speakers from the SBA, NYS Service-Disabled Veterans' Business Development, and Monroe County
🚀 Maximize your contracting success at the federal, state, and local levels
DARPAConnect Albany Regional Pop-Up
The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), in collaboration with the Applied Research Institute, the University at Albany, and NY CREATES, is hosting a DARPAConnect Regional Pop-Up event in Albany, New York, on Thursday, November 14th, 2024.
With the goal of breaking down barriers to entry, this event is designed to educate, motivate, and inspire new potential performers from small businesses, industry, and academia to engage with DARPA and contribute to growing the national security innovation ecosystem. This one-day event offers a unique opportunity to gain insights into DARPA through engaging sessions led by DARPA office directors, program managers, and staff.
2024 MWBE Forum
What to Expect at the Forum
Panels and Workshops – Sessions will cover topic areas including small business engagement in mega projects, discretionary opportunities, business development training programs, submitting successful bids, and more!
Exhibit Hall – Networking and relationship building is critical to small business success. The Forum’s exhibit hall will feature New York State agencies and authorities, private companies, business support providers and more!
MWBE Champions Award Luncheon – In celebration of the 36th anniversary of the New York State MWBE program, join us to recognize and award MWBEs and private and public partners for their success and commitments to the MWBE community.
For general inquiries about the Forum:
E -mail: 2024MWBEForum@esd.ny.gov
Call: Customer Care Hotline at 212-803-2414
DCAA Training – Pricing Series – Part 1
Topics:
Elements of an Adequate Proposal
Indirect Costs and Rates
Proposals are contractor prepared packages made in response to government solicitations and include the contractor’s budgeted costs for the projected period of performance of the solicitation. Experts from DCAA will discuss the requirements of these proposal packages set forth in FAR Part 15 and DFARS 252.215-7009. The training will walk participants through proposal cost elements, including direct labor, material, subcontracts, ODCs, and indirect rates. The DCAA will also discuss how the agency determines the adequacy of your proposal submission. Additionally, the DCAA will provide examples of budgeting practices using historical data considerations, examples of adequacy non-compliances, and regulatory resources to assist with proposal development.
Not sure how to build your indirect rates? Experts from DCAA will define direct versus indirect costs, what general indirect rate structures look like, and the relationship between indirect pools and bases. Additionally, the DCAA will discuss the life cycle of indirect rates, then build example indirect rates using the four-step method in allocating indirect costs to Government Contracts.
USDOT SBTRC Bonding Education Program (BEP) 2024 - Registration Due Nov. 4th
The Fall 2024 Bonding Education Program (BEP) [transportation.gov] is designed to equip small and disadvantaged businesses with the tools and knowledge necessary to become bond-ready for transportation-related contracts. The program provides valuable insights into bonding, financial management, legal considerations, and marketing strategies that are crucial for securing government contracts.
Program Highlights:
· Duration: 4 weeks
· Format: Virtual Sessions via Zoom: Nov. 6, 13, 20, and Dec. 4 | 1-4 p.m.
· Focus: Projects in the New England region (MA, RI, NH, VT) and New York
· Topics: Bonding fundamentals, financial management, legal considerations, marketing strategies
· Projects Opportunities: Get insights from Skanska, state DOT agencies, and prime contractors.
We would greatly appreciate your assistance in sharing this opportunity with businesses that could benefit from this program.
Interested businesses can apply here: New York Cohort [eaj12e9ncl5.typeform.com]
Identifying Market Opportunities for Federal Lab Innovations
Noon - 1 PM ET
Virtual
Free
Join FLC for a webinar that offers valuable insights and techniques to identify and understand potential market opportunities for innovations from federal labs. They will explore various methods incorporating best practices from intellectual property, business marketing, entrepreneurship, and other diverse domains. In addition, the webinar will explore the interplay between market identification and two related tech transfer activities—invention evaluation and tech transfer outreach—to help you maximize your T2 efforts.
The 'New' Project Spectrum Experience Webinar
The Project Spectrum team will hold their next webinar this Friday, 25 October, to educate our users on all of the features of our newly published website. Let them walk you through all the new interactive features and resources that will streamline your path to improved cybersecurity and CMMC compliance.
Additionally, this webinar will touch on the publication of the final CMMC Program rule, discuss its implications, and how it may affect your business going forward.
Space is limited and filling up quickly - so register today!
Unlocking Federal Contracting Opportunities with the National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development APEX Accelerator
Get ready for:
Overview of the New York State Apex Accelerators
How NYS Apex Accelerators assist businesses and the resources they provide
How to do business with federal government agencies
Navigating solicitations and funding opportunities
NYS MWBE Certification Process
Certification Eligibility & Requirements
Benefits of Certification and Resources
Location: Virtual
Discover Global Markets
The event is an opportunity for companies to:
- gain market insights from U.S. commercial diplomats and industry experts based at U.S. Embassies in the Americas.
- participate in one-on-one meetings with U.S. government trade experts and other exporters
- hear from private sector leaders about emerging sectors, and regional strategies
- learn about updates to polices and regulations in the region
Cost: $50
DCAA Training
Topics:
Intro to DCAA and Audit Process Overview
Audits Under the SBIR/STTR Programs from a DCAA Perspective
Join experts from the DCAA as they explore the roles and responsibilities of Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) as well as the various types of audits performed throughout the acquisition lifecycle. Additionally, this presentation will provide an overview of DCAA’s audit process and some common communications contractors will experience throughout the audit. While each audit is different, there are some common questions small businesses have relating to the process. Participants will learn the importance of adequate assertions, scheduling entrance and exit conferences, communicating throughout the audit, auditor site visits and requests for information.
Each year, the federal government awards over 5,000 contracts totaling well over $3.2 billion for SBIR/STTR programs. Join DCAA and learn more about these programs and how your company may benefit from these types of contract awards. The training will explain DCAA’s role, outline DCAA audits applicable to these programs, communicate ways small businesses can prepare for audits, and discuss resources available for small businesses.
Why NOT New York? - A Live NYSBR Event
New York State has without fanfare (or being entirely aware) funded, conceptualized and developed a growing commercial Space industry. What differentiates the Empire State from other “Space economy” nations and states is the lack of recognition it receives, as well as coordinated policies to continue to build the industry into a genuine powerhouse for economic growth, business attraction and social development. The talent and ingredients are here as well as companies from Buffalo to Brooklyn working the sector.
This month’s edition of Space & Satellite Professionals International’s (www.sspi.org) popular New York Space Business Roundtable travels to Cornell University and beautiful Ithaca, New York to discuss how New York State has moved forward, the pace of its development and what it needs to really get this going faster.
Panelists include:
Nick Reese, Co-Founder & COO, Frontier Foundry
Julie Baker, Co-Founder & COO, Ursa Space Systems
11:00 AM – Networking & Registration
Hosted by the New York Consortium for Space Technology Innovation & Development
11:50 AM – “Significant Digits”
Report on the State of the Space Economy in NY State, by Empire Space
Noon - Keynote: Why NOT New York?
12:30 PM - Panel #1 – “Mapping Space Industry Assets in New York”
Moderator: Joe Fargnoli, Founder, New York Space Alliance (Rochester, NY)
1:15 PM - Coffee Break
1:45 PM - Special Presentations
What Do Space Businesses in NY State Need to Launch?
1:45 – 2:00 PM – Julie Baker, Founder & Chief Operating Officer, Ursa Space – “New ways that local, State and Federal governments can accelerate the growth and support marketshare growth for Space businesses”
2:00 – 2:15 PM – “How NYS is mobilizing its universities to attract and build a commercial Space economy”
2:15 -2:30 PM – Reaction/Discussion
2:30 PM - Panel #2 – Getting it Done: Best Practices in Space-based Economic Development
Moderator: Lou Zacharilla, Director of Innovation, Space & Satellite Professionals International (SSPI)
Nick Reese, CEO & Founder, Frontier Foundry, former DHS
3:15 - Reception and/or Tour of Facility
DCAA - Small Business Industry Day Registration
Are you a small business looking break into the Defense Industrial Base, but not sure where to get started? Are you a small business currently performing on government contracts and need a little more clarity on regulations and compliance? Join DCAA as we host our first Small Business Industry Day and provide an introduction to DoD Contracts with commercial organizations, an overview for how to stay audit ready, and discussion panels with our DCAA experts. Register to attend our Small Business Industry Day.