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DoD/Navy 25.4 (R1) SBIR BAA Catapult Challenge
2024-11-20 12:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | Online
The Department of the Navy issued the pre-release of its 25.4 (R1) Catapult Challenge BAA which will open to receive proposals on October 23, 2024, and close to proposal submission November 20, 2024 at 12:00pm ET.

Catapult Challenge will solicit Phase II proposals through a Broad Agency Announcement to identify existing SBIR prototype technology that can inform scaling decisions and meet priority operational needs.

Some unique features of this Catapult Challenge opportunity includes: [read more..]

Ask Me Anything (AMA) Catapult Challenge Webinar

On October 16 the Navy held a free AMA Catapult Challenge Webinar which provided the attendee an opportunity to learn about the intricacies of this exciting new dimension of SBIR.
Attendees also participated in Technical Q&A directly with the Systems Commands (SYSCOMs) sponsoring the topics as well as Programmatic Q&A with Mr. Brian Shipley, Navy SBIR/STTR Program Director.

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Hybrid MCSC/MARCORSYSCOM and HQMC, I&L Contracts Industry Day
2024-11-21 09:30 - 17:00 | Hybrid Event, North Carolina State University’s Centennial Campus, Venture Center, Raleigh, NC
Marine Corps Systems Command and Headquarters Marine Corps Installations & Logistics Contracts offices will host a quarterly event on November 21 at 9:30 am (EDT). This hybrid event to enhance communication with industry partners about current and future requirements. The Small Business Offices, MCSC Office of Counsel, and MCSC Cyber Technology office will also participate. The event will focus on active opportunities across the USMC enterprise. Full details are available on SAM.gov under Special Notice M6785424I9001.

Registration is required by 11:00 am (EDT) on November 15.
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FEDERAL CONTRACTING SERIES FOR SMALL BUSINESSES
2024-11-21 13:00 - 16:30 | South Piedmont Community College, Tyson Family Center for Technology, Classroom 1407, 3509 Old Charlotte Highway, Monroe, NC, 28110
The North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) and the Government Contracting Assistance Program (GCAP) will host the following collaborative in-person trainings across North Carolina during 2024. The duration for training is 3.5 hours which includes three one-hour sessions and two 15-minute breaks.
Part 1: Federal Contracting Fundamentals (one hour). This training explores the fundamentals on doing business with the federal government. Topics include: levels of federal purchasing; how the federal government buys products, construction and engineering and non-personal services; registering as a federal contractor; locating, identifying and responding to federal business opportunities; and resources available to assist federal contractors in North Carolina.
Part 2: Navigating Federal Small Business Certifications: An In-Depth Analysis (one hour). This session offers a deep dive into various certifications such as 8(a), HUBZone, SDVOSB/VOSB and Women-Owned, covering eligibility, application processes, and strategies for leveraging these certifications to expand business opportunities.
Part 3: Effectively Presenting Your Small Business to the Federal Government (one hour). This training focuses on real world tips, tricks, tools and lessons learned on how to effectively market a business to federal customers. It also focuses on techniques to market a business to federal prime contractors, in anticipation of teaming on current and future opportunities.
Registration. This is a free training opportunity; however, pre-registration is required. To register, click here.

November 21, 2024 from 1:00 – 4:30 pm
Location: South Piedmont Community College, Tyson Family Center for Technology, Classroom 1405
3509 Old Charlotte Highway, Monroe, NC 28110
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OSHA Recordkeeping and Reporting Basics – Webinar
2024-12-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar via Zoom
FREE Timeout for Safety Webinar (1 hr MESH credit)
Join our upcoming webinar on OSHA Recordkeeping and Reporting Basics and ensure compliance for your business. Learn how to accurately identify recordable incidents, maintain 300 logs, and effectively navigate 29 CFR 1904. Holli Singleton will guide you through the intricacies of OSHA recordkeeping requirements, helping you avoid costly fines and penalties. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your understanding of OSHA guidelines and protect the health and safety of your workforce. Register now and stay ahead in managing OSHA compliance effortlessly.
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CMMC Implementation: Your Path to Cybersecurity Compliance
2024-12-03 08:00 - 17:00
Join the North Carolina Military Business Center and North Carolina State University for a “CMMC Implementation Workshop: Your Path to Cybersecurity Compliance” on December 3 in Raleigh, North Carolina.
CMMC Day is designed to prepare NC defense contractors for their Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification assessments by providing them with the latest information about CMMC 2.0 and the associated DFARS clauses, and how to implement them. The goal of the event is for defense contractors and their IT/cyber staff and/or IT managed service providers to gain a thorough understanding of the requirements in CMMC and have a plan to get started or continue with their cybersecurity program. By the end of the day, attendees should know what the next steps are and what resources are available to help them develop their cybersecurity programs.
December 3, 2024 North Carolina State University – McKimmon Conference Center1101 Gorman StreetRaleigh, North Carolina 27606Parking is available in lot D. Campus Map.
Agenda
8:30 – 9:00: Check-in9:00 – 9:10: Welcome Remarks9:10 – 9:50: Overview of CMMC Model, DFARS Clauses, NIST SP 800-171 r2, Controlled Unclassified Information, Civil Cyber Fraud Initiative, etc.9:50 – 10:00: Break10:00– 12:00: Break-out sessions: Leadership Track and Technical Track 12:00 – 12:30: Lunch 12:30 – 1:00: “Ask Us Anything” Panel 1:00 – 1:15: Break1:15 – 3:30: Break-out sessions: Leadership Track and Technical Track 3:30 – 3:45: Break3:45 – 4:00: Tie It All Together 4:15 – 4:45: “Ask Us Anything Panel”
Leadership Track. Will include a high-level overview of what is being discussed in the technical track, with the goal being to reduce the friction between leadership and technical professionals. We will also discuss the topics below.

Cybersecurity Overview
How to build a culture of cybersecurity/tone at the top
Things to do now: DoD CUI training, Medium Assurance Certificate, awareness training
Cyber risks
CMMC Scope
Compliance documentation
Questions to ask your MSP/MSSP/Consultant
Share responsibility matrices for “inherited” cybersecurity controls
What cybersecurity information to include in service level agreements
Supply chain risk management
CMMC implementation strategies
Cost of implementation

Technical Track

Asset and data inventories
Network diagrams
Data flow diagrams
Physical security
CMMC Scope
System Security Plan
How to perform a gap assessment
How to put a score in the Supplier Performance Risk System
NIST controls – where to start

Who Should Attend: Defense contractors- Leadership and those responsible for implementing CMMC AND their Managed Service/Security Providers (MSP/MSSP) or consultants. The new CMMC rule requires MSP/MSSPs to be CMMC Level 2 certified if they store, process, or transmit controlled unclassified information (CUI) on behalf of their defense contractor clients. MSP/MSSPs that provide security protection for their clients will be considered in-scope to their client’s CMMC assessment. The content of the workshop will be geared toward preparing attendees for a CMMC Level 2 assessment, however contractors preparing for CMMC Level 1 will benefit from attending.
Why attend: The CMMC Program rule is final and was published in the Federal Register on October 15th, with an effective date of Dec. 14th. CMMC third party assessments can begin, but the DoD will not put CMMC in contracts until the Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) has been changed to include a CMMC clause. We expect the DFARS clause rule to be final by the end of the second quarter in 2025 with an effective date in the late summer or early fall of 2025. If you wait until the new DFARS rule is final, you will be behind. It takes most contractors 18 – 24 months to develop a secure, compliant cybersecurity program.
Registration. Registration is open!Early Bird Registration (prior to November 10, 2024): $115/personRegistration (on or after November 10, 2024): $130/personRegistration includes access to the full program, materials and catering throughout the day.

ONLINE REGISTRATION IS CLOSED. WALK-IN REGISTRATION IS WELCOME.

Speakers:

Laura Rodgers: Laura is the Director of Cybersecurity Practice in the Secure Computing Institute at NC State University and the Director of the North Carolina Partnership for Cybersecurity Excellence (NC-PaCE). Laura has been working with defense contractors in North Carolina for several years and teachers a DoD Cybersecurity Compliance course. She was a defense contractor for over 20 years with Lockheed Martin and General Dynamics IT, and held positions in business operations, business development, governance, risk, compliance, and policy.

Lori Jackson: Lori is the founder and President of White Raven Security, a certified WOSB cybersecurity consulting company in Charlotte, NC. She has over 20 years of technical and management experience in cybersecurity compliance, cyber engineering, and corporate governance, and she is committed to supporting defense contractors with CMMC compliance and security. Lori is a Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). She holds the Certified CMMC Professional (CCP) and Certified CMMC Assessor (CCA) certifications and is a Registered Practitioner (RP) in the CMMC ecosystem.

Myriam Batista: Myriam is the Chief Information and Compliance officer at Reef Systems, which is headquartered in Cary, North Carolina. She works with companies to understand their security posture and help them comply with Federal Government requirements and commercial frameworks such as NIST SP 800-171, NIST SP 800-53, ISO 27001, and CMMC. Myriam has over 20 years of experience leading the implementation of cybersecurity and technology solutions in support of commercial customers, educational institutions, and government agencies, as well as expertise in conducting independent assessments and audits. Myriam’s credentials include Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified CMMC Assessor, CMMC Provisional Instructor, ISO Lead Auditor and Cloud Security Alliance CCSK Authorized Instructor.

Lawrence Cruciana, founder and president of Corporate Information Technologies (CorpInfoTech), brings over 20 years of expertise in IT and cybersecurity, with a focus on risk management for regulated businesses and supply chains. A recognized leader in implementing cybersecurity frameworks like NIST CSF and CIS Controls, he specializes in risk mitigation for mid-sized and governmental organizations, especially through MSPs and third-party vendors. Lawrence is an active speaker and commentator, addressing key cybersecurity topics, including supply chain vulnerabilities, the impacts of U.S. cybersecurity policies, and the need for accessible risk management for small and medium businesses.
Jon Sternstein: Jon is the founder and CEO of Stern Security, a cyber security company headquartered in Raleigh, NC. He is a co-author of the Cisco Press course titled “Security Penetration Testing (The Art of Hacking) LiveLessons”. Jon holds many security certifications including GIAC Penetration Tester and Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP). Jon has been a featured cybersecurity expert on ABC News, WRAL News, ISSA Journal, PenTest Magazine, North Carolina Dental Gazette, and Business North Carolina Magazine.

Rad Rouzky: Rad is the founder and President of Reef Systems, providing solutions to customers nationwide in cybersecurity, information technology, healthcare and administration/program management. He provides security architecture and implementation guidance to customers needing to enhance their cyber posture and comply with government and commercial security standards such as NIST SP 800-171, ISO 27001 and Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). Rad holds CISSP and HCISPP certifications from (ISC)², is a CMMC Registered Practitioner (RP), and earned Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Electrical Engineering.

Craig Williams: Craig is the President of the Cyber Synergy Consulting Group and is a seasoned Cybersecurity consultant, drawing on his over 20 years of Network Engineer and Application Architect Information Technology experience, combined with two decades of teaching basic and advanced IT courses. He was employed by Cisco for 19 years as a technical and Java developer for Advanced Services IT. Craig holds a Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering from NC State University as well as numerous industry-led certification courses, including Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), and CompTIA Security+.

Export Compliance Roadshow: Navigate Global Markets with Confidence
2024-12-04 07:30 - 2024-12-05 16:30 | UNC Charlotte DuBois Center, 320 E. 9th Street, Charlotte, NC, 28202
SAVE THE DATE/EARLY REGISTRATIO
More Information/Registration: https://ncworldtrade.org/meetinginfo.php?id=66&ts=1718540370
The North Carolina District Export Council and U.S. Commercial Service in North Carolina are hosting an Export Compliance Roadshow event December 4-5, 2024 in Charlotte. This two-day event will allow you to hear directly from the U.S. government regulatory agencies and private sector regulations experts to provide you with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate U.S. export regulations. Topics on the agenda include:

Overview of the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)
Introduction to the ITAR/ Defense Product Controls
OFAC Introduction and Country Sanctions Program
ACE, AES Filing Systems and Requirements
Managing Your Company’s Export Compliance and Recordkeeping
Classification of Items on the Commerce Control List

Speakers are from the Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS), the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC), OFAC, private banks, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Department of Homeland Security, and local exporters who are experts in navigating U.S. export regulations.
This seminar is a great chance to get first-hand information from the experts in U.S. export controls, ask questions, and network to build your contacts in this topic area.
For more information, a link to the agenda, and registration, please visit https://ncworldtrade.org/meetinginfo.php?id=66&ts=1718540370. The early bird registration rate is $450 per attendee until November 28. Registrations are on a first-come, first-served basis until the event reaches capacity.
For questions, please contact Greg.Sizemore@trade.gov.

US Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington District Industry Day
2024-12-05 08:00 - 12:00 | Cape Fear Community College, 411 North Front Street, Wilmington, NC
The US Army Corps of Engineers – Wilmington District supported by the North Carolina Military Business Center will host an industry day on December 5, 2024.
Agenda:

Who We Are – Program Overview
Keys to Success for Constructino
Networking with USACE Subject Matter Experts

When. December 5, 2024 from 8:00 am – Noon.
Where. Cape Fear Community College, 411 North Front Street, Wilmington, North Carolina in the McLeod Building (S Building),
Lecture Hall S002.
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This is a free event, however, registration is required.
ONLINE REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.
WALK-IN REGISTRATION IS ENCOURAGED.

SBIR/STTR Hybrid Road Tour - Fayetteville - Registration Open!
2024-12-06 09:30 - 11:30 | Fayetteville-Cumberland Regional Entrepreneurial & Business Hub
The SBTDC, in partnership with First Flight Venture Center, is launching the SBIR/STTR Hybrid Road Tour – a free half-day event series designed to help you launch your innovation-driven business!
Learn about:

Non-dilutive SBIR/STTR R&D funding
NC match & incentive programs
How to take your idea to market
Resources to help your business with SBIR/STTR

📅 December through February
📍 6 Locations:

Fayetteville – 12/6
Asheville – 1/15
Greenville – 1/22
Winston-Salem – 1/29
Charlotte – 2/12
Wilmington – 2/18

Register now 🔗: https://sbtdc.org/site/sbir-sttr-funding
The SBTDC, in partnership with First Flight Venture Center (FFVC), is launching the “SBIR/STTR Funding to Launch an Innovation Small Business – Hybrid Road Tour,” a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs across North Carolina.
From December through February, this tour will make stops in six key locations—Fayetteville, Asheville, the Triad, Greenville, Charlotte, and Wilmington. The sessions are designed to equip aspiring small business owners with essential knowledge on SBIR/STTR non-dilutive R&D funding, North Carolina’s matching and incentive programs, and the necessary steps to launch an innovative business. Attendees will also learn about valuable resources offered by FFVC and SBTDC to support their entrepreneurial journey. These half-day, no-cost events provide an invaluable chance to kickstart your innovation-driven business.
During registration you can choose if you’d like to attend in person or virtually.
In-Person
Fayetteville-Cumberland Regional Entrepreneur & Business HUB (1073 Murchison Rd, Fayetteville, NC).
Virtual
Once registered, you will receive an attendee web link before the day of the event.

The Genesis Legacy Experience: A Christmas Gala & Golf Weekend!
2024-12-07 09:30 - 2024-12-08 18:00 | Pinehurst Resort (Carolina Hotel)
Celebrate philanthropy as we honor our achievements and fundraise to support the future endeavors of the Special Operations Genesis Foundation. Join us for the Inaugural Genesis Gala & Golf Weekend! Celebrate the season as we honor our heroes and raise vital funds for the Special Operations Genesis Foundation. Enjoy a festive gala, a prestigious golf tournament, and the spirit of giving back. Let’s tee up for a cause!

Live Entertainment by Celebrity ArtistJoe Everson
Live Auction & Raffles

Staccato P Firearm
Inclusive Getaway at The Pinehurst Resort
Custom Knife from Ronin & more!

GENESIS LEGACY SCRAMBLE TOURNAMENT
Sunday, December 8 | Pinehurst No. 2 & No. 4
Foursome teams & Individual spots are limited! Experience an exciting kickoff with a jump by the United States Parachute Association Special Forces Foundation Jump Team.
Contact Event Director Ms. Jamie Aguirre to sign up:
jaguirre@sogfoundation.org
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NAVFAC Southeast Industry Day
2024-12-09 08:00 - 17:00 | University of North Florida, Adam W. Herbert University Center,, 12000 Alumni Drive, Jacksonville, FL, 32224
Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Southeast (NAVFAC SE) is hosting an Industry Day in Jacksonville, FL on December 9 from 8 am to 5 pm.
The Industry Day will provide an avenue for NAVFAC SE to discuss its mission, goals, and contracting opportunities with private industry. There will be opportunities to exchange ideas, have open dialogs, and network with industry professionals.
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December 2024 NAVFAC Southeast Industry Day
Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Southeast (NAVFAC SE) is hosting an Industry Day at the University of North Florida, Adam W. Herbert University Center, 12000 Alumni Drive, Jacksonville, FL 32224 on Monday, December 9, 2024, from approximately 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST.
The Industry Day will provide an avenue for NAVFAC SE to discuss its mission, goals, and contracting opportunities with private industry. There will be opportunities to exchange ideas, have open dialogs, and network with industry professionals. The intent of this engagement is to specifically address the following:

COMMUNICATE upcoming contracting opportunities including an in-depth overview of upcoming large construction programs.

ENGAGE with industry to find ways to accelerate performance of construction, repair, and services at all levels, and to increase contractor interest and intrigue on future contracting pursuits.

LISTEN to Industry feedback on things we can do to improve.

Improve EXECUTION speed by relying more on small business at ‘arms reach/quicker response’ at our 20 field offices across our AOR.

NAVFAC SE provides engineering support to the warfighter through major and minor construction, architect-engineer design, environmental support, public works, and facility support services. NAVFAC SE area of operations covers 12 states in the Southeastern United States and other areas in the Caribbean.
Who Should Attend: Any contractor interested in contracting and subcontracting opportunities with NAVFAC SE.
Registration is FREE, OPTIONAL $20 box lunch, coordinated by SAME Jacksonville, will be available at the link below:
Register at: https://samejax.org/meetinginfo.php?id=214&ts=1728039884
Registration is limited to no more than three individuals per company to maximize event availability.
For additional information about doing business with NAVFAC SE, visit the public portal page at: https://atlantic.navfac.navy.mil/NAVFAC-Worldwide/NAVFAC-Southeast/Contract-Opportunities/
Schedule and information will be updated as finalized.

Jacksonville District Industry Day – Jacksonville, FL
2024-12-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Hyatt Regency Jacksonville Riverfront, 225 E Coastline Dr, Jacksonville, FL, 32202
Sunday, December 8, 2024
1700-1900 Welcome Ice Breaker – Hyatt Place, Downtown Jacksonville
Monday, December 9, 2024
0800-1630 NAVFAC SE Industry Day – Adam W. Herbert University Center, University of
North Florida 1800-2000 Networking Event – Hyatt Place, Downtown Jacksonville
Tuesday, December 10 – SAME Jacksonville Post Industry Day, Hyatt Place, Downtown Jacksonville

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0730-0945 Registration & Breakfast
0830-0900 OpeningRemarks:
0900-1015 Agency Briefings
1015-1100 Networking Break
1100-1200 Agency Briefings
1200-1300 Networking Break / Lunch
1300-1430 Agency Briefings – USACE South Atlantic Region
1515-1615Networking Break
1430-1515 Agency Briefings – USACE South Atlantic Region Cont.
1545-1615Agency Briefings – USACE Jacksonville
1615-1645Agency Briefings – NAVFAC SE
1645-1700Closing Comments

Wednesday, December 11, Golf Tournament, Deer Creek Country Club.
**Please note that this is a Preliminary Agenda and is subject to change.

ACC APG S3CoE FY 25 Q~1 Virtual Symposium~ Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC)
2024-12-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Virtual: Microsoft Teams
The following information is posted on SAM.gov for the upcoming ACC APG S3CoE FY 25 Q~1 virtual symposium~ Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Today for DoD Acquisitions.
Synopsis: The Army Contracting Command-Aberdeen Proving Ground (ACC-APG) Source Selection Support Center of Excellence (S3CoE) will host its FY 25 Q~1 virtual symposium entitled, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Today for DoD Acquisitions on Wednesday, 11 December 2024, from 9:00-10:30 am Eastern Time (ET) online via Microsoft Teams.
The purpose of the symposium is to afford our industry and government partners an opportunity to receive CMMC program updates.
Our guest panelist is Mr. Buddy Dees, Director, Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program, Office of the Deputy Chief Information Officer for Cybersecurity, Office of the DoD Chief Information Officer (CIO).
This event is open to industry and government.
Agenda

Welcome
Panelist introduction
Discuss CMMC Today
Audience chat questions and answers
Closing remarks

Please send CMMC Today symposium questions no later than 21 November 2024. The RSVP deadline date to attend the symposium is 4 December 2024.
Please send questions and RSVP requests to the ACC APG S3CoE email address usarmy.apg.acc.mbx.acc-apg-s3coe@army.mil
The Microsoft Teams Live Event symposium link with instructions will be sent to registrants on 5 December 2024 no later than 10:00 am ET.
Symposium Date and Time: 11 December 2024, 9-10:30 am (ET)
Location: Online via Microsoft Teams Live Event
Please call 410-278-SNOW (7669) for inclement weather updates on day of symposium. Post symposium information:
The symposium slides, questions, answers and the post symposium summary will be posted on SAM.gov no later than 18 December 2024 (a recording will not be available).
Please find attached the RSVP form and the posted SAM.gov link listed below.
https://sam.gov/opp/c76c23ad56b14676837318ac99fa3179/view
ACC APG S3CoE
This announcement is in accordance with FAR 15.201 and does not constitute a formal solicitation for proposals or proposal abstracts. The symposium presentation is intended to provide information to industry and government without the promise of a current or future contract. Attendance is voluntary and is not required to propose to any potential solicitation. The government will not provide reimbursement for any costs incurred to participate in this event as a panel or audience member.

2024 Introduction to Federal Contracting
2024-12-11 09:00 - 10:30 | Webinar
The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Introduction to Federal Contracting” virtually on the following dates:

January 17, 2024 from 0900-1030
May 22, 2024 from 0900-1030
September 11, 2024 from 0900-1030
December 11, 2024 from 0900-1030

About. This training is an introduction to doing business with the federal government. Topics trained include: levels of federal purchasing; how the federal government buys products, construction and engineering and non-personal services; marketing a business to the federal government; socio-economic small business programs; registering as a federal contractor; locating, identifying and responding to federal business opportunities; and resources available to assist federal contractors in North Carolina.
Registration. This is a free webinar; however, pre-registration is required in order to receive the virtual platform credentials. Credentials will be emailed out a few days prior to the training.
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CONNECT Live Get plugged into what's happening in DoD Contracting
2024-12-12 11:30 - 12:30 | Virtual: Microsoft Teams
Registration not required
Send questions and topics you’d like to hear about to connectlive@dau.edu
Contracting can be confusing, right? Wouldn’t it be nice to have a place you could drop in, ask questions, and get answers from Contracting Subject Matter Experts from across the DoD? Well now you can. DAU introduces CONNECT Live.
CONNECT Live is where contracting professionals learn from each other. Ask questions, share best practices, discover valuable tools & resources, and so much more. Nothing is off limits. Best of all, it is a place where contracting professionals can connect with each other, and leverage our collective contracting knowledge.
DAU invites you to get plugged in with the DoD contracting community each week for 1 hour at CONNECT Live! Participation for the full hour of the weekly CONNECT Live is eligible for one CLP for each full session you attend if your organization approves. In order to record the CLP you will need to submit a request for the CLP through your organization’s process for awarding and tracking CLP’s.
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DAU CYBER SOLUTIONS - A PRIMER ON SUPPLY CHAIN RISK MANAGEMENT (SCRM) AND DOD CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS FOR SCRM
2024-12-12 13:00 - 14:30 | Online event
The concept of the DoD supply chain is key to understanding the security of the lifecycle of acquisition. Learn about supply chains and the DoD contract requirements found in contracts. Let’s talk about questions to ask around supply chain risk management to verify the requirements are in place and active. Raise your cybersecurity literacy and we’ll have some fun while we are at it.
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SPEAKER

Kelley Kiernan
Professor of Cybersecurity

Small Business Webinar (12/13/2024) "Doing Business with GSA"
2024-12-13 10:00 - 10:30 | Online Webinar
Description

General Services Administration (GSA), Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) is hosting a 30 minute Webinar – “How to do Business with GSA”. Webinar is open to all small businesses looking for additional information and guidance on GSA and our opportunities. Webinar will be hosted by GSA Region 6 Small Business Technical Advisor, Bill Strobel, on Friday, December 13, 2024 from 9:00am – 9:30am CT.
Register in advance for this Zoom meeting: https://gsa.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vJItd-murT8vGjl4iVsSOUn8GDgMl1QSUaY
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

NUWC Division, Keyport Industry Engagement - Wednesday with the Deputy for Small Business
2024-12-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Hybrid Event, North Carolina State University’s Centennial Campus, Venture Center, Raleigh, NC
Wednesday with the Deputy for Small Business is an opportunity for Industry partners to learn about doing business with the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division, Keyport. Industry will learn about the types of supplies and service contract opportunities, set-aside opportunities, and how to do business with the Command. Industry will also hear from Washington State APEX Accelerator, Northwest Tech Bridge, and other Small Business Deputies (if available).
This monthly event will be both in-person and virtual on the dates listed below.
December 18.
Time: 10:00am – 11:00am (PDT)
Location: (In-Person and Virtual)
In person location:
The Vibe Coworks
19225 8th Ave NE
Suite 201
Poulsbo, WA. 98370
Please note, space is very limited. We ask that only one person per company attend in-person. You may be notified that you will have to attend virtually if space runs out.
Virtual: Microsoft Teams
Who: This event is best suited for industry partners with North American Industry Classification Series (NAICS) codes:
23 – Construction
31 – 33 Manufacturing
51- Information
54 – Professional, Scientific and Technical Services
56 – Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services
61- Educational Services
81 – Other Services
(FY23 Top NAICS include: 334511, 541330, 541519, 332710, 238350, 513210)
Additionally, this event is intended for SeaPort Multiple Award Contract (MAC) holders
The above NAICS codes are not all inclusive.
Please note, Meetings are subject to cancellation or changing.

DEFTECH Innovation and Technology (ITEC) Seminars (New Bern)
2024-12-18 13:00 - 16:00
Join the North Carolina Defense Technology Transition (DEFTECH) Team for a “Federal Funds to Support Your New Innovation and Technology Development: Exploring Defense and Homeland Security Research and Development Funding Programs” sessions across the state.
When. February 18, 2025 from 1:00 – 4:00.
Where. Craven Community College,
AMC 102 Bosch Building
800 College Court, New Bern, NC 28562
Description: Unlock access to the Department of Defense and Department (DoD) and Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) multi-billion dollar research and development (R&D) budget to power your company’s innovation.
Attend this session to learn:

Types of DoD and DHS research, development and innovation programs

Identifying and pursuing DoD/DHS Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) opportunities

Identifying, pursuing and connecting with university partners to pursue DoD/DHS Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) opportunities

Identifying, pursuing and connecting with partners to pursue Other Transaction Authority, Broad Agency Announcement (BAA), Blanket Purchase Agreement and related federally funded opportunities

Opportunities to connect with military units and military researchers through partner organizations including the Fort Liberty Research Institute, Geneva Foundation, Womack Army Medical Center, etc.

Resources in North Carolina available to help businesses identify, compete for, win and successfully execute federally funded R&D opportunities

North Carolina incentive and matching grants available to businesses pursuing DoD/DHS-funded R&D opportunities

This program is a key component of DEFTECH’s 2025 strategy to expand awareness, increase participation, and strengthen North Carolina’s defense innovation ecosystem. By targeting strategic regions across the state, DEFTECH aims to engage new businesses, connect them to federal R&D opportunities, and integrate them into a collaborative innovation network.
Participants will also gain practical insights into creating successful proposals, quad charts, and effective presentations for federal agencies—equipping them to compete and win in the national defense marketplace. Together, we’ll advance innovation that meets Warfighter needs while positioning North Carolina as a leader in defense technology.
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Unlocking Defense Funding for Researchers
2025-01-07 11:30 - 13:00 | Carolina Junction, 136 East Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, NC, 27514
On behalf of North Carolina Coalition for Defense Research (NC CDR) (an informal collaboration of university-based research entities coordinated by the NC Military Business Center), The Institute for Convergent Science and Innovate Carolina at UNC Chapel Hill will host a 90-minute hybrid seminar “Unlocking Defense Funding for Researchers” to explain why you may want to consider DoD funding for your research, the approach to funding and how it differs from National Science Foundation (NSF) and National Institute of Health (NIH), and how you can connect with people at DoD. A Q&A discussion will be held after the talk.
Where. In-person or virtual attendance available.
In-person: Innovate Carolina Junction, 136 East Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
*In-person seating is limited to 40 people*

Lunch is provided courtesy of The Institute for Convergent Science and Innovate Carolina at UNC Chapel Hill.
Virtual: Attendance login credentials will be sent prior to session.
Parking. There is a parking deck at 125 East Rosemary Street, Chapel Hill, NC 27514

Featured Speaker. Julia G. Barzyk, PhD. Founder, Wise Investigator LLC and Former Army Research Office PI. Julia teaches PIs the hidden curriculum of the funding process so they can grow their careers. Previously, Julia served for 10 years as Program Manager at the U.S. Army Research Office where she managed a portfolio of basic research in geoscience and civil engineering, and also had management responsibilities for University Research Initiatives (URI) programs: Multidisciplinary University Research Initiative (MURI) and the Defense University Research Instrumentation Program (DURIP). She also led the Defense Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (DEPSCoR) capacity-building program for the Army. Julia earned a PhD in Geophysical Sciences and an MS in Environmental Science & Public Policy from the University of Chicago and an MS in Geological Sciences (University of Florida) and a BA in Geology (University of Rochester).
Target Audience: STEM academics new to or experienced in the defense funding ecosystem.
Why Attend. Money and Interesting Opportunities

Understanding the size of DoD annual research and development budget
Learning the “flavors of DoD money,” 6.1 (basic), 6.2 (applied) and 6.3 (advanced technology development)
Understanding DoD’s focus on dual-use technology
Brief summary of DoD’s fourteen critical technology areas

Seed Areas: Biotech, Quantum Science, Future Gen Wireless, Advanced Materials
Effective Adoption Areas: Trusted AI & Autonomy, Integrated Network Systems-of Systems, Microelectronics, Space, Renewable Energy, Advanced Computing and SW, Human-Machine Interface
Defense Specific Areas: Directed Energy, Hypersonics, Integrated Sensing and Cyber

Navigating DoD funding opportunities
Initiating and fostering productive relationships with DoD scientist and engineers
DoD early-career funding programs

NC CDR Purpose: To advance the collaboration among North Carolina university researchers, the North Carolina innovation ecosystem, and the defense sector to better identify, understand and pursue early-stage research in support of national defense.
NC CDR Vision. North Carolina grows to a Top 10 state for annual DoD basic research spending and establishes itself as the “go to” state for national security research.
NC CDR Tasks:

Facilitate targeted DoD connections
Broaden North Carolina and DoD researcher network
Socialize, educate, mentor North Carolina researchers seeking DoD funding

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Industry Day for Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Contractor Owned Contractor Operated (COCO) Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) Services, (PMA-263)
2025-01-08 11:00 - 14:00 | Microsoft Teams
INTRODUCTION
Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) Program Executive Office, Unmanned Aviation and Strike Weapons, PEO(U&W) PMA-263 at Patuxent River, Maryland, announces its intent to broaden industry partnerships for current requirements and future capabilities via Contractor Owned Contractor Operated (COCO) services for the Navy and Marine Corps Small Tactical Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Program Office (PMA-263) in support of the Department of Defense (DoD) and Other Government Agencies (OGA). These services will support domestic and coalition military partners in combat and contingency operations.
OBJECTIVE/BACKGROUND
PMA-263 will use this Industry Day to present current requirements and future capabilities to representatives from industry seeking to provide COCO ISR services in support of DoD, OGA, and combat and contingency operational requirements. This Special Notice is related to support activities for landbased and ship-based operations to provide reliable delivery of sensor data.
INDUSTRY DAY
NAVAIR hereby invites interested parties to participate in a virtual Industry Day Microsoft TEAMS on January 08, 2025 from 1100 to 1400 EST. Attendance at Industry Day is limited to five (5) individuals per company.
A General Session (unclassified) hosted by PMA-263, will present plans for current or future procurements to representatives from industry seeking to provide COCO ISR services in support of DoD, OGA, and combat and contingency operational requirements. This Industry Day is related to support activities for land-based and ship-based operations to provide reliable delivery of sensor data. Contractors would be responsible for providing all resources to produce sensor data including trained personnel, non-developmental UAS equipment, associated certifications, operation and maintenance, spares and product support. Contracted services would be in direct support of ISR missions requiring around the clock imagery and other sensor capabilities. Contractors shall be capable of providing ISR services on a normal and surge basis, 24-hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year.
The General Session will be followed by a short Question and Answer (Q&A) session.
All companies interested in attending must register by 31 December 2024 at 5:00 pm EST by submitting the registration form provided in this notice to Contract Specialist, Ms. Heather Buckler at heather.m.buckler.civ@us.navy.mil and Procuring Contracting Officer, Ms. Kristen Ferro at kristen.w.ferro.civ@us.navy.mil. E-mail MUST contain the following in the subject line: “Industry Day for UAS COCO ISR Services (PMA-263)”, Telephone inquiries will not be accepted. The Excel Workbook contains a request for a classified email address. This is in the event classified information needs to be shared.
Question form is provided in this notice. It is entirely within the United States Government (USG) discretion to answer any questions related to this Industry Day or any content covered therein. Any questions and answers will be provided to all members of industry via this notice at SAM.gov. Questions in advance of Industry Day shall be submitted to Contract Specialist, Ms. Heather Buckler at heather.m.buckler.civ@us.navy.mil and Procuring Contracting Officer, Ms. Kristen Ferro at kristen.w.ferro.civ@us.navy.mil. E-mail MUST contain the following in the subject line: ” Q&A Industry Day for UAS COCO ISR Services (PMA-263)”.

BACKGROUND/PERFORMANCE
Current PMA-263 UAS ISR Services include the following performance parameters. These parameters constitute mandatory minimum requirements:

National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) Compliant

Technology Readiness Level (TRL) 8 per DOD Deskbook 5000.2
Operational range: up to 75 Nautical Miles (nm), with a single air vehicle

Datalink range (communications and Full Motion Video (FMV)): Line of Sight with Type-1 Encryption utilizing the Bandwidth Efficient Common Data Link waveform

On Station Time: 10 hours “Time-on-Station” (TOS) at maximum range

Simultaneous, multi-intelligence capable with FMV sensor(s) and an Electronic Warfare (EW) type sensor or Wide Area Maritime Search (WAMS) sensor

FMV: Electro Optic (EO) / Infrared (IR):

EO output meeting or exceeding the National Imagery Interpretability Rating Scale (NIIRS) of 8.4, when taken from the Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV) at an altitude of 3,000 feet above ground level (AGL) at a 45-degree slant range.
IR output meeting or exceeding the NIIRS rating of 7.2, when taken from the UAV at an altitude of 3,000 feet AGL at a 45-degree slant range.

GPS Precise Positioning Service (PPS) receiver

Operate in GPS-contested/degraded situations (UAS shall be capable of 74dB of anti-jamming or similar capability for all phases of flight)

Operate in adverse weather conditions and austere environments

Runway Independent

The Air Vehicle (AV) shall operate on JP-5 Aviation Grade Turbine Fuel per MIL-DTL-5624W, ASTM-D910-20A and MIL-DTL-83133K

Sensor output STANAG 4545, 4607 and 4676 messages

It is the respondent’s responsibility to monitor this site for the release of any follow-on information. PMA-263 plans to release two (2) Requests For Information (RFIs) shortly after Industry Day to assess potential qualified industry partners. The first RFI will seek to identify vendors capable of meeting current ISR requirements. The second RFI will seek to identify vendors capabilities for future ISR requirements.
TENTATIVE INDUSTRY DAY AGENDA (EST)
1130-1145 Welcome / Opening Remarks
1145-1245 General Session/PMA-263 Presentation
1245-1345 Question and Answer

Free Supplier Matching Services – Webinar
2025-01-09 10:00 - 17:00 | Webinar via Zoom
Strengthen Your Supply Chain and Grow Your Business
Do you have a supplier need or would you like to become a supplier to another company? Supplier matching is a powerful tool that can help North Carolina manufacturers connect with suitable supplier opportunities. Manufacturers can streamline their operations, improve product quality and ultimately drive business growth by finding local suppliers who align with their specific needs and goals.
REGISTER TO ATTEND
This webinar will provide information on the North Carolina Manufacturing Extension Partnership supplier matching program, the types of opportunities available and how to access these no-cost supplier sourcing and matching services. Participants will leave the webinar with an understanding of how they can participate in the program to grow their business and ultimately strengthen supply chains in North Carolina and the country.
Who Should Attend:

Manufacturers with extended lead times and increased frustration with their current supply chain
Manufacturers with excess capacity seeking new business opportunities

Key Takeaways:

Learn what resources are available in NC
Find out how you can tap into a network of suppliers in NC
Submit a Supplier Request form to find new sources ncstateies.com/supplyrequest
Register on ManufacturedNC.com to expand visibility
Visit ncstateies.com/opportunities to view open business opportunities

Presenter
KeAnne Hoeg
Director of Data Management Systems, Supplier Matching and Reporting, NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions
Email: keanne_hoeg@ncsu.edu | Phone: 919.368.7387
KeAnne Hoeg is the director of data management systems, supplier matching and reporting at NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions (IES). She describes her job as “playing with data.” Her data and reporting group manage required reporting to stakeholders and several internal applications, including the Salesforce CRM system, reporting development, and data analysis and visualization. In addition to overseeing required stakeholder reporting and systems, KeAnne manages the Center’s supplier Matching program. Her supplier matching team oversees the Manufactured in North Carolina (MNC) online supplier matching database; works with manufacturers to assess their needs, identify possible matches and create and respond to opportunities in the national supplier matching program; and mapping key supply chains within North Carolina. KeAnne has worked at IES for 23 years; before moving into her current position, she worked as a web developer and social media manager in IT and marketing. KeAnne has a B.A. in English from Meredith College and an MSLS in library science from UNC-Chapel Hill.

DAU CYBER SOLUTIONS - BASIC CYBER HYGIENE: A WALK-THROUGH OF THE FAR 52-204.21 AND CMMC LEVEL 1
2025-01-13 13:00 - 15:30 | Online event
Every federal contract contains the FAR 52-204.21 which is the same as CMMC Level 1. We will ensure that you understand the FAR, the cyber lingo and can recognize implementation of the fifteen basic cyber requirements to keep Federal Contracting Information from becoming pubic – in 2.5 hours. Contracting Teams will learn questions to ask to verify. Walk away understanding what is required, sufficient compliance documentation and recognition of compliant basic cybersecurity. Every Contract Handles FCI! Learn how to recognize implementation of Basic Cyber Hygiene.
REGISTER
Date: January 13, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Eastern) | 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (Pacific)
CLPs: 2.5
Who Should Attend:
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.

SPEAKERS

Kelley Kiernan

Professor of Cybersecurity

Kelley Kiernan is a professor of Cybersecurity and Information Protection at the DoD’s Defense Acquisition University. Kelley Kiernan is a cybersecurity and small business ecosystem leader, who applies her experience from Industry, NASA, Navy, Air Force and Space Force to pave the way for robust cybersecurity adoption in the acquisition ecosystem. Kelley is an engineer, scientist and an innovation expert. She is a graduate of the Air Force Academy and served as an Air Force officer where she was a recipient of the Air Medal. Kelley’s champion leadership brings robust cybersecurity within the reach of everyone.

Tim Kuno

Professor of Cybersecurity

Tim Kuno is a Professor of Cybersecurity at Defense Acquisition University since April 2022. He has a 15-year background in cybersecurity supporting the Defense Acquisition System. His cybersecurity experience in DoD acquisition includes being the Cyber Lead and Information Systems Security Manager for an acquisition program office at Naval Air Systems Command. He was responsible for the overall cybersecurity for systems developed, acquired and sustained by the Air Combat Electronics Program Office. He led the Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment and Authorizations (A&As), Cyber Table Top (CTT) events and coordinated cyber test and evaluation events for the multiple respective systems. Prior to this he served 25 years in the Navy, primarily working in Naval Aviation on platforms including F-35, F/A-18, P-3, LC-130 aircraft.

GSA Schedule | Small Business Training
2025-01-13 14:00 - 2025-01-15 15:30 | Webinar
GSA Schedule – Part 1 of 3 Deciding To Pursue The GSA Schedule, Or Not!
Join us for an interactive webinar featuring Jennifer Schaus, a GSA Schedule Consultant. In this session, participants will gain insights to help them make informed “bid or no bid” decisions. We will cover essential factors, including financial implications, past performance metrics, and post-award requirements, to ensure you have a comprehensive understanding of the GSA Schedule process. REGISTER
GSA Schedule – Part 2 of 3 Getting Onto The GSA Schedule – Proposal Prep
Join us for an invaluable workshop where Jennifer will walk you through every step of the GSA Schedule proposal preparation, detailing essential documentation, best practices, and timelines. Discover what to expect during your interactions with the GSA, all the way through to award. REGISTER
GSA Schedule – Part 3 of 3 Post Award GSA Schedule Requirements
In this session, Jennifer will cover essential post-award requirements, critical due dates, and best practices for effective back office management of your Schedule. REGISTER

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to have your questions answered during our live Q&A session! Whether you’re new to the GSA Schedule or looking to refine your strategy, these sessions are designed to empower you with the tools and confidence needed to succeed.

Dates: January 13-15, 2025 at 2:00 PM ET

Please email any questions or feedback about the webinar series to OSDBUStratComm@va.gov.

2025 Introduction to Federal Contracting Webinar
2025-01-15 09:00 - 10:30 | Zoom for Government
The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Introduction to Federal Contracting” virtually on the following dates:

January 15, 2025 from 0900-1030
April 9, 2025 from 0900-1030
August 6, 2025 from 0900-1030
December 3, 2023 from 0900-1030

About. This training is an introduction to doing business with the federal government. Topics trained include: levels of federal purchasing; how the federal government buys products, construction and engineering and non-personal services; marketing a business to the federal government; socio-economic small business programs; registering as a federal contractor; locating, identifying and responding to federal business opportunities; and resources available to assist federal contractors in North Carolina.
Registration. This is a free webinar; however, pre-registration is required in order to receive the virtual platform credentials. Credentials will be emailed out a few days prior to the training.
Register

SBIR/STTR Hybrid Road Tour - Asheville - Registration Open!
2025-01-15 09:30 - 11:30 | TBD
The SBTDC, in partnership with First Flight Venture Center, is launching the SBIR/STTR Hybrid Road Tour – a free half-day event series designed to help you launch your innovation-driven business!
Learn about:

Non-dilutive SBIR/STTR R&D funding
NC match & incentive programs
How to take your idea to market
Resources to help your business with SBIR/STTR

📅 December through February
📍 6 Locations:

Fayetteville – 12/6
Asheville – 1/15
Greenville – 1/22
Winston-Salem – 1/29
Charlotte – 2/12
Wilmington – 2/18

Register now 🔗: https://sbtdc.org/site/sbir-sttr-funding
The SBTDC, in partnership with First Flight Venture Center (FFVC), is launching the “SBIR/STTR Funding to Launch an Innovation Small Business – Hybrid Road Tour,” a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs across North Carolina.
From December through February, this tour will make stops in six key locations—Fayetteville, Asheville, the Triad, Greenville, Charlotte, and Wilmington. The sessions are designed to equip aspiring small business owners with essential knowledge on SBIR/STTR non-dilutive R&D funding, North Carolina’s matching and incentive programs, and the necessary steps to launch an innovative business. Attendees will also learn about valuable resources offered by FFVC and SBTDC to support their entrepreneurial journey. These half-day, no-cost events provide an invaluable chance to kickstart your innovation-driven business.
During registration you can choose if you’d like to attend in person or virtually.
In-Person
(Address Coming Soon)
Virtual
Once registered, you will receive an attendee web link before the day of the event.

Manufacturing Solutions Center Presents Free "Developing Your Apparel/Textile Product in the US" Webinar
2025-01-15 12:00 - 13:30 | Online Webinar
MANUFACTURING SOLUTIONS CENTER AND NC SMALL BUSINESS CENTER NETWORK PRESENT FREE “DEVELOPING YOUR APPAREL/TEXTILE PRODUCT IN THE US” WEBINAR ON JANUARY 15
The Manufacturing Solutions Center (MSC) at Catawba Valley Community College is partnering with the NC Small Business Center Network to present a free webinar, “Developing Your Apparel/Textile Product in the US,” on January 15 at 12 noon.
MSC Resource Library Manager Tanya Wade will lead this session which will cover how entrepreneurs and businesses can proceed with developing and producing a textile or apparel product here in the United States. Topics will include domestic material sourcing options and strategies for working with manufacturers as products move into the production stage.
There is no cost to attend, but pre-registration is required. Visit www.manufacturingsolutionscenter.org for more information and to register.
Jeff Neuville
Director, Manufacturing Solutions Center
Manufacturing Solutions Center
301 Conover Station SE, Conover, NC 28613
828.327.7000 x 4102 | www.manufacturingsolutionscenter.org

Military Sealift Command Ship Repair Industry Day
2025-01-16 08:00 - 16:30 | Hilton Norfolk The Main Hotel, 100 E Main St, Norfolk, VA, 23510
Description

MSC will host a Ship Repair Industry Day on 16 January, 2025, 0800-1630, at the Hilton Norfolk The Main Hotel (100 E Main St, Norfolk, VA 23510). General topics will include Small Business Opportunities, MSC Contracting; Maintenance Planning and Outyear Maintenance Projections; Ship Maintenance Process Improvement Initiatives; Perform to Plan Metrics; MSC Critical Equipment OEM requirements and MSC Non-OEM qualification requirements; Shipyard Safety and Fire Prevention requirements; and an open Q&A session. We envision a final agenda will be published and shared NLT 20 December 2024.
We request that you register for this event NLT 3 January. Please contact John Hartzell at john.d.hartzell.civ@us.navy.mil with company name, POC and names/number of in-person attendees.

Rural Works! Internships – Webinar
2025-01-16 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar via Zoom
How to Hire an Engineering Student for $15/Hour
Address your workforce labor shortage with talented and dedicated engineering students this summer. Accomplish projects you haven’t had time or labor to complete. The deadline to hire interns is approaching- join us to learn how to participate in the Rural Works! Internship Program.
REGISTER TO ATTEND
NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions Regional Managers can help you find a talented engineering student intern this summer for $15 an hour in rural counties of North Carolina. NC State University College of Engineering will supplement the intern pay with an additional $10 per hour, plus a participation stipend. This financial support will make the internship opportunity at your facility competitive with urban areas in the state to attract the top candidates. You will receive ongoing support from your Regional Manager and Rural Works! staff in creating and sustaining the position.
Anna Mangum, NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions Regional Manager, will share all the details of the Rural Works! Internship Program from her years of experience with previous intern successes. Anna will provide what you can expect and what you must do to participate.
Rural Works! was created by a partnership between the Division of Academic and Student Affairs, the Office of Outreach and Engagement, and NC State Extension.
Who Should Attend:

Manufacturers experiencing a workforce shortage
Manufacturers who have a backlog of special projects
Manufacturers looking for fresh, creative problem-solvers
Manufacturers looking to tap into future workforce

Key Takeaways:

How to hire an engineering student for $15/hour
NC State University Industry Expansion Solutions Regional Managers will walk you through the process and follow up during and after the intership to meet yoru needs
Interns offer immediate solutions to workforce shortages
NC State students offer fresh perspective to manufacturing challenges and cost-savings processes

Presenter
Anna Mangum
Regional Manager, South Central Region
Email: anna_mangum@ncsu.edu | Phone: 919.210.6050
Anna serves as the NC State Industry Expansion Solutions (IES) regional manager for south central region including Chatham, Lee, Harnett, Johnston, Moore, Sampson, Wake and Wilson counties. Anna has a diverse private and public industry background in which she has worked with manufacturers, healthcare and government in support of economic development. Prior to her role as regional manager, Anna led North Carolina’s Sustainable Manufacturing Program, E3: Economy, Energy, Environment. This effort worked across 24 North Carolina communities and 52 manufacturers generating over $29 million in economic impact and growing 270 manufacturing jobs. E3 NC was recognized as a leading manufacturing support program by The White House and US Department of Commerce and was adopted by many states across the nation. Anna also served IES as an EHS Specialist, delivering on-site services and training including Lean and green techniques, ISO 14001 and a variety of occupational health and safety classes. Anna has a B.S. in environmental technology, with minors in environmental toxicology and environmental science from NC State University.

DAU CYBER SOLUTIONS - WHERE TO BEGIN WITH NIST SP 800-171?
2025-01-16 13:00 - 14:30 | Online event
The DFARS 252.204-7012 requires contractors who are provided or generate Controlled Unclassified Information for the DoD to implement the cybersecurity standard NIST SP 800-171. The DoD IG has several reports about how this implementation is going. Let’s talk about NIST SP 800-171. Let’s learn where contractors start with the standard, how it fits with the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program and questions the contracting team can ask to know if contract cybersecurity is on-track and protecting DoD data.
REGISTER
Date: January 16, 2025
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. (Eastern) | 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (Pacific)
CLPs: 1.5
Who Should Attend:
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.

SPEAKERS

Kelley Kiernan

Professor of Cybersecurity

Kelley Kiernan is a professor of Cybersecurity and Information Protection at the DoD’s Defense Acquisition University. Kelley Kiernan is a cybersecurity and small business ecosystem leader, who applies her experience from Industry, NASA, Navy, Air Force and Space Force to pave the way for robust cybersecurity adoption in the acquisition ecosystem. Kelley is an engineer, scientist and an innovation expert. She is a graduate of the Air Force Academy and served as an Air Force officer where she was a recipient of the Air Medal. Kelley’s champion leadership brings robust cybersecurity within the reach of everyone.

Tim Kuno

Professor of Cybersecurity

Tim Kuno is a Professor of Cybersecurity at Defense Acquisition University since April 2022. He has a 15-year background in cybersecurity supporting the Defense Acquisition System. His cybersecurity experience in DoD acquisition includes being the Cyber Lead and Information Systems Security Manager for an acquisition program office at Naval Air Systems Command. He was responsible for the overall cybersecurity for systems developed, acquired and sustained by the Air Combat Electronics Program Office. He led the Risk Management Framework (RMF) Assessment and Authorizations (A&As), Cyber Table Top (CTT) events and coordinated cyber test and evaluation events for the multiple respective systems. Prior to this he served 25 years in the Navy, primarily working in Naval Aviation on platforms including F-35, F/A-18, P-3, LC-130 aircraft.

SBIR/STTR Hybrid Road Tour - Greenville, NC - Registration Open!
2025-01-22 09:30 - 11:30 | Willis Building Auditorium (300 E 1st St, Greenville, NC).
The SBTDC, in partnership with First Flight Venture Center, is launching the SBIR/STTR Hybrid Road Tour – a free half-day event series designed to help you launch your innovation-driven business!
Learn about:

Non-dilutive SBIR/STTR R&D funding
NC match & incentive programs
How to take your idea to market
Resources to help your business with SBIR/STTR

📅 December through February
📍 6 Locations:

Fayetteville – 12/6
Asheville – 1/15
Greenville – 1/22
Winston-Salem – 1/29
Charlotte – 2/12
Wilmington – 2/18

Register now 🔗: https://sbtdc.org/site/sbir-sttr-funding
The SBTDC, in partnership with First Flight Venture Center (FFVC), is launching the “SBIR/STTR Funding to Launch an Innovation Small Business – Hybrid Road Tour,” a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs across North Carolina.
From December through February, this tour will make stops in six key locations—Fayetteville, Asheville, the Triad, Greenville, Charlotte, and Wilmington. The sessions are designed to equip aspiring small business owners with essential knowledge on SBIR/STTR non-dilutive R&D funding, North Carolina’s matching and incentive programs, and the necessary steps to launch an innovative business. Attendees will also learn about valuable resources offered by FFVC and SBTDC to support their entrepreneurial journey. These half-day, no-cost events provide an invaluable chance to kickstart your innovation-driven business.
During registration you can choose if you’d like to attend in person or virtually.
In-Person
Willis Building Auditorium (300 E 1st St, Greenville, NC).
Virtual
Once registered, you will receive an attendee web link before the day of the event.
