DON OSBP WEEKLY UPDATE

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Join Katelyn Rigle from the Defense Contract Audit Agency for an exclusive Office Hours session on July 16 via Zoom, ahead of the 2024 DON Gold Coast Expo.... read more

Join Katelyn Rigle from the Defense Contract Audit Agency for an exclusive Office Hours session on July 16 via Zoom, ahead of the 2024 DON Gold Coast Expo. On July 24, attend the "Doing Business with the DON" Small Business Workshop in Fargo, ND, featuring Daniel Mahan, with networking opportunities to follow. The Strategic Systems Programs highlighted workforce modernization at the 25th Annual Nuclear Triad Symposium. Register now for the 2024 Mentor-Protégé Program Summit in Detroit, happening from July 29 to August 1, to expand your learning and networking. Don’t miss the 2024 Navy Gold Coast Expo in San Diego from August 18-21 for engagement with government and industry leaders. The Missile Defense Agency’s Industry Innovation Summit will be held on July 10-11 in Huntsville, AL, to discuss new technologies and industry challenges. Join the Condition Based Maintenance Plus (CBM+) Industry Day in Stafford, VA, on July 30-31 to discuss operational solutions. Attend the "Unlocking Opportunities: How to Do Business with DHS" webinar on July 31. The 2024 Fleet Maintenance & Modernization Symposium will take place in Virginia Beach from September 16-19, offering keynotes, panels, and networking. NSWC Crane is seeking proposals for a novel EOD remote drilling robot prototype. Congratulations to Maria Gregory on her appointment as the new director for NUWC Division Newport’s Small Business Programs.  less

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The DON OSBP Office Hours Series offers exclusive insights from DCAA before the 2024 DON Gold Coast Event. On July 16, Katelyn Rigle, Operations Audit... read more

The DON OSBP Office Hours Series offers exclusive insights from DCAA before the 2024 DON Gold Coast Event. On July 16, Katelyn Rigle, Operations Audit Liaison and Small Business Coordinator at DCAA, will address questions via Zoom. This event provides a valuable opportunity to gain insights and prepare for success at the Gold Coast Expo. Bipartisan legislation to help small businesses access federal contracts has passed the House and is heading to the Senate. If signed into law, the SBA will consider the number of new small businesses entering the federal contracting market for a federal agency’s performance goals. The SBA has extended the moratorium on the 8(a) Business Development Program’s Bona Fide Place of Business requirement through September 30, 2025. This extension addresses workforce shortages and the trend toward remote work. Registration is open for the Mentor-Protégé Program Summit 2024, from July 29 to August 1 in Detroit, MI. Hosted by the DoD Office of Small Business Programs, this summit offers learning and networking opportunities to build partnerships and strengthen the defense industrial base. The 2024 Navy Gold Coast Expo will be held August 18-21 at the San Diego Convention Center. This premier procurement event features panels, workshops, networking events, and one-on-one matchmaking sessions with government and industry leaders. NUWC Division Keyport is hosting a virtual Industry Engagement on June 25 via Microsoft Teams, focusing on procurement opportunities and projections, followed by a Q&A session. Additionally, the Directors of the Army, Navy, and Air Force Offices of Small Business Programs will share updates on June 26 at 1 PM (EDT) during a webinar. A Weight Handling Equipment Industry Forum will be held on June 26 at 12 PM (EST) via Microsoft Teams, and the Missile Defense Agency’s Industry Innovation Summit will take place on July 10-11 in Huntsville, AL, focusing on technological advancements. The ATS Team will host an Industry Day on July 30-31 in Stafford, VA, to discuss CBM+ solutions for the USMC. The DHS will host a webinar on July 31 from 10 AM - 12 PM on how to do business with the department. The Fleet Maintenance & Modernization Symposium will occur September 16-19 in Virginia Beach, VA, featuring keynotes, panels, and networking opportunities. NSWC Crane is seeking vendors for commercial telephone service, with responses due by July 1, 2024. Lastly, the Naval Supply Systems Command has updated its Long Range Acquisition Estimate, providing an outlook on future requirements.  less

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The 2024 Mentor-Protégé Program Summit is set to take place in Detroit, MI from July 29 to August 1. Hosted by the Department of Defense Office of Small... read more

The 2024 Mentor-Protégé Program Summit is set to take place in Detroit, MI from July 29 to August 1. Hosted by the Department of Defense Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP), this event promises a deep dive into learning and networking opportunities for small businesses. Attendees can expect to engage in discussions, workshops, and keynote speeches by experts from government, industry, and academia. The summit aims to strengthen partnerships and resilience within the defense industrial base, aligning with OSBP’s mission to foster growth through education and collaboration. In other news, there has been significant progress in the involvement of women-owned businesses in federal government contracting, highlighting strides in gender diversity and empowerment. The Small Business Administration reports an increase in both the number of women-owned businesses participating in federal procurement and the value of contracts they have secured. Additionally, changes are underway in the U.S. Small Business Administration's (SBA) Veteran Small Business Certification (VetCert) Program, following the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2024. This act eliminates self-certification for service-disabled veteran-owned small businesses awarded federal government contracts or subcontracts that contribute to agency goals. Upcoming events include: - 2024 Navy Gold Coast Expo (August 18-21, San Diego, CA): A premier procurement event for small businesses, providing opportunities to engage with government and industry leaders. - DISA Business Match 2024 (June 24, Linthicum Heights, MD): A matchmaking event connecting small businesses with industry primes and DISA officials. - NUWC Division Keyport Industry Engagement (June 25, virtual): Focuses on Naval Sea Logistics Center (NAVSEALOGCEN) procurement opportunities. For more details, visit the event websites directly.  less

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The newsletter highlights several key updates and events related to small business contracting and opportunities: 1. DAU All Things Small Business –... read more

The newsletter highlights several key updates and events related to small business contracting and opportunities: 1. DAU All Things Small Business – Episode 9: Mr. Ken Carkhuff discusses contract language with Ms. Arveice Washington, Director of the Department of the Navy's Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP). They focus on how the DON supports small businesses. Watch the episode on YouTube. 2. Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS): - Procurement Technical Assistance Program: DoD proposes changes to DFARS to update definitions associated with the Procurement Technical Assistance Program. - Pilot Program To Incentivize Contracting With Employee-Owned Businesses: DoD proposes a pilot program to allow noncompetitive awards of follow-on contracts to certain employee-owned businesses. 3. 2024 Navy Gold Coast Expo: Scheduled for August 18 - 21 in San Diego, CA, this expo is a key procurement event for small businesses within the Department of the Navy and across the DoD. 4. DISA Business Match 2024: A full-day in-person matchmaking event connecting small businesses with industry primes and DISA officials on June 24 in Linthicum Heights, MD. 5. Other Upcoming Events: - 14th Annual National Small Business Contracting Summit (June 11 - 12, Charleston, SC): Hosted by The American Small Business Chamber of Commerce and the U.S. Women's Chamber of Commerce. - Webinar - Doing Business with the U.S. Coast Guard (June 13, virtual): Learn about contracting opportunities with the USCG. - DAU Webinar: Small Business Updates (June 26, 1 pm EDT): Updates from the Directors of the Offices of Small Business Programs for the Army, Navy, and Air Force. - NUWC Division Keyport Industry Engagement (June 25, virtual): Focus on Naval Sea Logistics Center (NAVSEALOGCEN). - 2024 MDA Industry Innovation Summit (July 10 - 11, Huntsville, AL): Discuss challenges and technologies with the Missile Defense Agency. - How To Do Business with DHS Webinar (July 31, virtual): Learn about doing business with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. - DON OSBP Small Business Roundtable: Held in collaboration with the Macomb Regional APEX Accelerator in Warren, MI on June 5. For more information, visit the respective event websites.  less

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The Department of the Navy (DON) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) has published its 2023 Year in Review, highlighting significant achievements and... read more

The Department of the Navy (DON) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) has published its 2023 Year in Review, highlighting significant achievements and updates in small business procurement and engagement. Newsletter key points include: 1. Vanguard Award for FY 2023: The DON OSBP received the prestigious Fiscal Year 2023 Vanguard Award during the Department of Defense Small Business Training Week. This award recognizes the DON's outstanding commitment to enhancing small business participation in defense procurement. 2. Small Business Goals Exceeded: Over the past five years, the DON has consistently surpassed its small business goals and has increased procurement spending across all socioeconomic categories. Notably, there has been a substantial increase in first-time awards to Women-owned and HubZone small businesses. 3. Upcoming Events and Engagements: - Navy Gold Coast Expo 2024: Scheduled for August 18-21 at the San Diego Convention Center, this premier event offers small businesses opportunities to connect with government and industry leaders in defense procurement. - Department of the Navy Small Business Summit: A full-day event hosted in Warren, MI, on June 6, providing small businesses with insights and networking opportunities. - DISA Business Match 2024: A matchmaking event on June 24 in Linthicum Heights, MD, connecting small businesses with industry primes and DISA officials. 4. Webinars and Training Opportunities: - Doing Business with the U.S. Coast Guard: A virtual webinar on June 13, offering insights into procurement opportunities and strategies. - Industry Day - Small Capacity Weight Handling Equipment: An industry forum on June 26 to discuss procurement opportunities for small businesses. 5. Other Noteworthy Events: - 2024 MDA Industry Innovation Summit: Scheduled for July 10-11 in Huntsville, AL, focusing on accelerating technology development to address defense challenges. - Naval Sea Systems Command International Fleet Working Group (IFWG) Industry Days: To be held September 9-13 in San Diego, CA, providing opportunities for industry engagement. 6. Additional Opportunities and Initiatives: - Defense Industrial Base Adoption of Artificial Intelligence: Seeking public comments to guide the integration of AI into defense systems. - FedRAMP Technical Advisory Group: Formed to provide expertise and guide the strategic direction of FedRAMP. For more details and to view the full Year in Review video, visit the Department of the Navy Office of Small Business Programs YouTube Channel.  less

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Newsletter key points include: Last week, Ms. Alyse Bullock, Deputy Director of the DON OSBP, participated as a panelist at the AFCEA NOVA DOD Enterprise... read more

Newsletter key points include: Last week, Ms. Alyse Bullock, Deputy Director of the DON OSBP, participated as a panelist at the AFCEA NOVA DOD Enterprise IT Day in Herndon, VA, alongside other esteemed panelists including Ms. Kimberly Buehler from the U.S. Army OSBP, Mr. Scott Kiser from the U.S. Department of the Air Force OSBP, and Ms. Ashley Farrier from the U.S. Special Operations Command OSBP. Meanwhile, the Small Business Administration (SBA) proposed updates to the Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contract Program regulations, seeking to add new definitions, align regulations with current statutes, and address reapplication waiting periods and limits on outside employment, with public comment invited. In legislative news, bipartisan legislation reintroduced in the U.S. House of Representatives aims to establish a new program for veteran-owned small businesses to secure federal-aid highway and public transportation contracts under the Better Utilizing Infrastructure for Lasting Development of (BUILD) Veterans Businesses Act. Looking ahead, the 2024 Navy Gold Coast Expo is set for August 18-21 at the San Diego Convention Center, offering a pivotal platform for small businesses in defense procurement, featuring panels, workshops, networking, and one-on-one matchmaking sessions. Notable upcoming events include a virtual industry engagement by NUWC Division Keyport on May 28, a Small Business Summit on June 6 in Warren, MI, the DISA Business Match 2024 event on June 24 in Linthicum Heights, MD, and a webinar on doing business with the U.S. Coast Guard on June 13. Additionally, the 2024 MDA Industry Innovation Summit is scheduled for July 10-11 in Huntsville, AL, and a series of webinars on how to do business with DHS will start on July 31. Naval Sea Systems Command will host the International Fleet Working Group (IFWG) Industry Days from September 9-13 in San Diego, CA, and the 2024 Fleet Maintenance & Modernization Symposium will take place September 16-19 in Virginia Beach, VA, providing ample opportunities for industry engagement and networking. Finally, the Naval Air Systems Command is seeking information on Sensitive Compartmented Information Facility (SCIF) manufacturing capabilities, and a Request for Information is open for generative AI solutions to support defense acquisition planning and decision-making.  less