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Mission: The Small Business Program promotes acquisition opportunities where small business can best support the needs of our Sailors and Marines. Through policy, advocacy and training we foster industry innovation, technology development and the acquisition of quality products, services and solutions from small business providers.
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GSA extends deadline for transition to Unique Entity Identifier
Find out how this could impact your #smallbusiness:
https://www.nextgov.com/analytics-data/2020/10/administration-adds-16-months-transition-duns-unique-id/169636/
#GSA #GovernmentContractors
The General Services Administration will extend Dun & Bradstreet’s services while agencies get more time to patch and test systems.
Mark Your Calendars for the 2021 @DeptofDefense Virtual #Security Conference for #Industry!
Review the agenda and register here: https://cdse.acms.com/dvsci2021/event/registration.html
The 2021 @DeptofDefense Virtual #Security Conference for #Industry is taking place on February 10-11. Registration is open, register today! https://cdse.acms.com/dvsci2021/event/registration.html
Opportunity Alert for #Veteran-Owned and #HUBZone #SmallBusinesses!
Click the link below to learn more about this announcement shared by Macomb Regional PTAC:
https://myemail.constantcontact.com/Opportunity-Alert--Risk---Issue-Management---Data-and-Configuration-Management---Transportability-Analysis-Reliability-Engineeri.html?soid=1120967199623&aid=EaG1-pfnApU
Opportunity Alert - Risk & Issue Management, Data and Configuration Management, Transportability Analysis Reliability Engineering A large Prime is looking for qualified small businesses (particularly
SAVE THE DATE!
The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development (The National Center) has announced the first Native Edge Institute (#NEI) of the new year: NEI Oklahoma: Strengthening the Economic Diversification of Small Businesses.
NEI Oklahoma is a one-day business training event that will take place in two sessions, morning and afternoon, on January 28, 2021. Each session will feature unique programming, and attendees are highly encouraged to register for both.
Register for Session A, 8:30 AM CST – 12:00 PM CST:
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/7210251320190148620
REGISTER for Session B, 1:15 PM CST – 3:00 PM CST:
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/8742284434054254092
#smallbiz
𝙉𝙀𝙒 𝙑𝙄𝘿𝙀𝙊!
#ICYMI: This webinar recording features a presentation by Ms. Kimberly Buehler, U.S. Army Office of Small Business Programs Director. Ms. Buehler discusses the latest updates with U.S. Army Buying Commands and procurement opportunities.
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The full recorded session is available at:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yL3lS1JQrdI
#Navy #Army #procurement
Join DON OSBP for a discussion with Ms. Kimberly Buehler, Army Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) Director. Ms. Buehler will provide an overview of U.S...
Review some of the latest Department of Defense contract announcements:
https://www.defense.gov/Newsroom/Contracts/Contract/Article/2461951/source/GovDelivery/fbclid/IwAR1WhJFAFlBUJKWR1v_a_A35jSCbM5f_HMFKkqL46TNQX4PXSAs-kMKl3SQ/
Visit our DON OSBP website to learn more about "Doing Business with the Department of the Navy" at:
https://www.secnav.navy.mil/smallbusiness/Pages/DBWD.aspx
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#Smallbusiness #DoD #FederalContracting
Today's Defense Department contracts valued at $7.5 million or more are now live on Defense.gov.
US Navy Helps Small Companies Engage with Experimentation
The United States' Department of Navy (DoN) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Experimentation Cell (DoN SEC) connects SBIR innovators with the DoN experimentation community to deliver innovative solutions for the warfighter.
“Our mission is to support the SBIR community from the first idea to experiment execution by offering beginning-to-end facilitation, mentoring, and training in all aspects of experimentation,” said Scott Bartlett, the DoN SEC program manager.
Read more of this article at:
https://www.marinelink.com/news/us-navy-helps-small-companies-engage-484004
#Navy #SBIR #smallbusiness #warfighter #innovation
The United States' Department of Navy (DoN) Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) Experimentation Cell (DoN SEC) connects SBIR…
The General Services Administration's Federal Service Help Desk has a new look.
More details about the changes:
https://www.nextgov.com/it-modernization/2020/12/gsa-relaunches-federal-service-desk-new-look-and-added-security/170668/
The help desk for all General Services Administration procurement systems got a makeover and a security lockdown.
READ: Learn which small businesses were awarded $10M in SBIR Phase II contracts during the Simulators Pitch Day in December.
Click the link to learn how your small business can get involved in future projects:
https://www.wpafb.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/2461591/simulators-division-hosts-successful-virtual-pitch-day/fbclid/IwAR3AGneswzsZxPTev7YnzjxH7wiY9AB-3JiEzhF8uN-iroYfw6nN2WUgZgc/
#SBIR #SmallBusinesses
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio – The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s Simulators Division, Agile Combat Support Directorate, hosted their second annual Pitch Day on Dec. 8-9, to award
The incorporation of amphibious aircraft into Navy and Marine Corps aviation would increase the resilience and flexibility of the U.S. presence in the western Pacific and global littorals.
https://www.usni.org/magazines/proceedings/2020/december/give-amphibians-second-look?fbclid=IwAR2MT8rSIzV9T8bFcP0AanGm3INr5yoN8Djw_sO_nGHEYS-HV-9rRH5vW8g
Dr. Roper, Asst. Sec. of the Air Force for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics, discusses opportunities small businesses have to tap into Air Force funding for new tech initiatives the Air Force deems important, including space.
Learn more:
https://techcrunch.com/2020/12/21/the-us-wants-startups-to-get-a-piece-of-the-16-billion-spent-on-space-tech/?fbclid=IwAR0IlvmFRms6Mgqjud_3vSLna6tKKSev3OIKOOgEpz18Sw7el_NOk2FeN1M
#SmallBusinesses #Acquisition #tech
As of 2019, women-owned businesses represented an estimated 42% of all U.S. businesses (nearly 13 million) and employed 9.4 million workers.
Read the National Women's Business Council's recommendations to support #WomenInBusiness during the pandemic and beyond. #nwbcpivot2020
https://www.nwbc.gov/2020/12/21/2020-annual-report/?fbclid=IwAR22lR-66bLcpFeuFVrmyE-YMIoEi4nxu1V3paNBRBeknP0PuFQZrSffjqs
READ: NAVSUP Business Systems Center Delivers Interactive Inventory Accountability Dashboard
https://www.dvidshub.net/news/384900/navsup-business-systems-center-delivers-interactive-inventory-accountability-dashboard?fbclid=IwAR3qMNPJQhyvNcp7Hbes3Y3LsPmTihTm9MOZQq1BYsxKQZVI-sZgH5HPL2g
#ICYMI: Changes to the Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) Certification Process
Small Businesses participating in the #WOSB Federal #Contracting Program must apply for certification through the new application process on http://beta.certify.sba.gov or go through an approved Third-Party Certifier. For more details, visit https://beta.certify.sba.gov
The Navy issued COVID-19 Vaccine guidance to combat the coronavirus pandemic with NAVADMIN 327/20 Dec. 16. This guidance amplifies Department of Defense (DOD) guidance for COVID-19 vaccination to service members, civilians and dependents within the Navy.
More details:
https://www.navy.mil/Press-Office/News-Stories/Article/2449063/us-navy-issues-vaccine-guidance-to-combat-covid-19/fbclid/IwAR2wZ6HOZFunQ8cBMUYDIrVD95nkEEJWS5r1qDVpDWiEvQ4loFvW8EqGFIk/#.X9tULCVbxjo.facebook
#DOD #COVID19
Quantico Marine Corps Band Holiday Concert 2020
For those who were not able to attend this year's holiday concert or would like to enjoy it again, we are sharing the sounds of Christmas.....
U.S. Marines from the Quantico Marine Corps Band and special guest Band Corporal Eleanor Burley, an oboist from Her Majesty’s Royal Marines perform a holiday concert on Marine Corps Base Quantico Dec. 12.
(U.S. Marine Corps Video by Lance Cpl. George Nudo)
Click the link below to WATCH and listen:
https://www.facebook.com/MarineCorpsBaseQuantico/videos/450539916337115
Armed Services Blood Drive - December 28th
Consider giving a truly priceless gift this holiday season. The Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP) is hosting a COVID-safe blood drive at Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling on Monday, Dec. 28.
See their flyer below for details on how to sign up.
Holiday Heroes: MCSC Marine, civilian giving back in different ways
Even in the midst of this difficult year, members of the MCSC team found ways to give back. Our Holiday Heroes Gunnery Sgt. Andrew Minton-Smith and Todd Wagenhorst value taking care of others, and through their efforts they've helped make 2020 a little brighter.
Read the full story on the MCSC website at:
https://www.marcorsyscom.marines.mil/News/News-Article-Display/Article/2449757/holiday-heroes-mcsc-marine-civilian-giving-back-in-different-ways/
ATTN Small Businesses
US Senator Ben Cardin is holding a call-in event on #COVID19 relief package's impact on #smallbusinesses on Wednesday, Dec. 28th at 10:00am EST.
REGISTER to join the call at: [email protected]
Tomorrow!
Are you interested in Doing Business with the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency - DCSA Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP)? Join our discussion with Mr. Steve Mapes, DCSA Small Business Programs Director this week.
DATE: Thursday, January 14th
You must be registered to attend this virtual event:
https://navy-osbp.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_QrKOs8lNQGy9yBIepoxwvA
#Navy #MarineCorps #DoD #DCSA #smallbusiness
Wishing you and your loved ones peace, health and happiness this holiday season!
U.S. Naval Research Laboratory's Ocean Sciences Division Connects Research with Industry and Academia
Read the complete article: https://www.nrl.navy.mil/news/releases/nrl%E2%80%99s-ocean-sciences-division-connects-research-industry-and-academia?fbclid=IwAR3qMNPJQhyvNcp7Hbes3Y3LsPmTihTm9MOZQq1BYsxKQZVI-sZgH5HPL2g
#Navy #MarineCorps #Science #Technology
WASHINGTON — NRL joins the Naval Surface Warfare Center Panama City Division, and the Naval Meteorology and Oceanography Command, to form the new Gulf Coast Tech Bridge, which spans four states—Florida, Alabama, Mississippi and Louisiana.
Each year, Naval Information Warfare Center Atlantic team members come together to donate toys for children of all ages as part of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots initiative.
#NAVWAR #Navy #MarineCorps #toysfortots2020
Each year, Naval Information Warfare Center Atlantic team members come together to donate toys for children of all ages as part of the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots initiative. Although the holiday season looks a bit different for everyone this year, we’re still in the spirit of giving, and we’re doing so virtually!
Check out the video to see some behind the scenes footage of Toys for Tots 2020 featuring #NIWCAtlantic Commanding Officer Wesley Sanders, WCBD Chief Meteorologist Rob Fowler Storm Team 2 and @Toys 4 Tots Charleston Campaign Coordinator, Staff Sgt. Trevor Woodruff.
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Navy, Marine Corps, Coast Guard Release Maritime Strategy
Learn more: https://www.marines.mil/News/News-Display/Article/2449647/navy-marine-corps-and-coast-guard-release-maritime-strategy/utm_source/facebook/utm_medium/social/
The U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard released a new tri-Service maritime strategy December 17, entitled Advantage at Sea. The document provides strategic guidance on how the sea services will
SBIR/STTR technology to be showcased at the upcoming Navy FST Days
For further information on FST events, visit: https://navyfst.com/
https://navyfst.com/events/navsea-fst-day-2021/
#SBIR #STTR #Navy
Virtual EventFocus on Navy STP SBIR technologies advancing maritime systems and warfighting capabilities in the areas of Autonomy, Cybersecurity, Electronic Warfare, Sensors, Ocean Battlespace Environments, Modeling and Simulation Technology, Sustainment, and Additive Manufacturing* Invite only, req...
#ICYMI: Pentagon reveals first contracts to serve as pathfinders for CMMC
Learn more: https://federalnewsnetwork.com/defense-main/2020/12/pentagon-reveals-first-contracts-to-serve-as-pathfinders-for-cmmc/?fbclid=IwAR2pALY29aHqkWBBHmJsOf-gZQl2KUD7IOzPRNizXW9bpFYZ37EDyQq3Ppg
#CMMC #Navy #DOD #federalcontracting
The department is only naming seven upcoming procurements as candidates for the CMMC pilot program for the moment, but says more could be announced in the coming weeks.
STARTING SOON!
Ms. Victoria Mundt, DoD Small Business Associate Director, will discuss Doing Business with the Department of Defense. DOD OSBP maximizes contracting opportunities for small businesses to respond to current and future warfighter requirements.
There's still time to reserve your spot:
https://navy-osbp.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_f17JqKgiQZG55wtoD7RaTQ
#Navy #MarineCorps #DOD #smallbusiness #procurement
#ICYMI: U.S. Navy adds more #TechBridges
Read more at: https://www.navy.mil/Press-Office/News-Stories/Article/2442060/us-navy-adds-two-tech-bridges-to-network/fbclid/IwAR1XjPxV_285NjeM4sZiAkLPuv6x5V8ixwuKmi7qsVPltnh-qoFi8hywY-g/
#Navy #MarineCorps #NavalX
WASHINGTON, DC – Mr. James “Hondo” Geurts, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Research, Development, and Acquisition, announced the stand up of two additional Tech Bridges, one in the Panama City, FL
ATTN Small Businesses
Opportunity Alert from Macomb Regional PTAC
Click below to learn more. Any questions, contact Macomb Regional PTAC at [email protected]
Opportunity Alert - Ballistic Windows A Prime has an immediate need for a small business that has the capabilities to make ballistic windows to spec. and is cybersecurity compliance towards CMMC certi
U.S. Navy Releases Shipbuilding Plan
Learn more:
https://www.executivegov.com/2020/12/navy-releases-shipbuilding-plan-based-on-force-structure-study-david-norquist-quoted/
The U.S. Navy has unveiled a shipbuilding plan that aims to expand the naval fleet in support of the great power competition and future peacekeeping. "Our vision of a free and open international order depends upon our ability to maintain U.S. maritime dominance and freedom of maneuver," sa
SAVE THE DATE
The 2020 Defense Acquisition Workforce Awards virtual ceremony is set for December 15th. Visit the @DoDHCI website for more information:: https://www.hci.mil/what-we-do/Awards.html
#DAWAwards #DoD
Hey U.S. Army Office of Small Business Programs! Check out this SPECIAL DELIVERY announcement from the U.S. Navy.
See you on Saturday #Army. #GameDay2020
#GoNavyBeatArmy #Navy #Army
Hey U.S. Army! Don't forget to check your mail because we have a special delivery for you that will arrive this Saturday! #GoNavyBeatArmy
Hey U.S. Army Office of Small Business Programs...#ICYMI, here's a few of the 2019 Navy Football Season Highlights!
- AutoZone Liberty Bowl Champions. Malcolm Perry named Liberty Bowl MVP "Player of the Game"
- American Athletic Conference West Division Co-Champions
- Commander-In-Chief's Trophy Champions
#GoNavyBeatArmy #ArmyNavyGame #FearTheGoat
Photo Credit: Associated Press/(AP Photo/Mark Humphrey)
#ICYMI: 2020 Tri-State PTAC Mega-Matchmaker
The Tri-State PTAC Mega-Matchmaker is an opportunity for small businesses to meet with federal, state and local government buyers.
For the first time, PTACs from New York, Pennsylvania and Ohio have joined together 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. NOTE: The 2020 Tri-State #PTAC Mega-Matchmaker allows businesses to pre-schedule appointments.
Dates: December 8th & 9th
Click below to learn more about this event.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tri-state-ptac-mega-matchmaker-registration-122239793513
The Tri-State PTAC Mega-Matchmaker is an opportunity for small businesses to meet with federal, state and local government buyers.
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Small Business Attendees have a Q&A with our DON Government Contracting Panel at SAS
Mr. Elliott Branch moderates a panel on "Simplifying Complexity-Removing Barriers to Small Business Participation in the Industrial Base"
Toya Davis and Philip Hadji from the Acquisition Integrity Office discuss Suspension and Debarment
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DON OSBP Small Business Matchmaking at SEA AIR SPACE
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