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SUMMARY:Defense and Intelligence Space Conference 2026
DESCRIPTION:When. February 9-11\, 2026 \n\n\n\n\n\nWhere. Hyatt Regency Reston\, Reston VA and Surrounding Areas\nUnclassified and TS//SCI \nScheduled for February 9-11\, 2026\, this event is a must-attend for professionals across the national security space enterprise. We are also excited to announce that DISC 2026 will be held at the Hyatt Regency Reston. \nRegistration pricing\, sponsorship opportunities\, and the conference theme will be available in the coming months. As always\, all U.S. Government personnel will be invited to attend FREE OF CHARGE! \nWe look forward to seeing you all next year for another stellar conference with rich discussions\, unparalleled engagement with key leaders in the community\, and an all-star lineup of speakers touching on the most critical and relevant topics in national security space. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/defense-and-intelligence-space-conference-2026/
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SUMMARY:2nd Quarter FY 2026 Office of Construction and Facilities Management Virtual One-on-One Meetings
DESCRIPTION:Registration will open soon for the FY2026 2nd Quarter one-on-one meetings with senior leaders from the Office of Acquisition\, Logistics\, and Construction (OALC) and the Office of Construction and Facilities Management (CFM) at the Department of Veterans Affairs. \nThese 20-minute sessions\, hosted by Dr. Zebulon Fox\, Associate Executive Director for the Office of Facilities Acquisition (OFA) and Head of Contracting Activity\, promise to be an enriching experience. Participants will have the opportunity to engage with Dr. Fox and other key officials\, fostering productive discussions that can enhance partnerships and growth within the veteran business community. \nDate: Wednesday\, February 11\, 2026 \nTime: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM ET (by appointment) \nThe event is intended for firms operating under the following North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes: \n\n236220 – General Construction\n237990 – Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction\n541310 – Architectural\n541330 – Engineering\n541360 – Seismic Geophysical Surveying Services\n\nSpace is limited; only 13 sessions are available. \nOne representative per firm will be permitted to participate. \nThis event is comprised of thirteen (13) 20-minute one-on-one meetings during which Dr. Fox can answer OALC-related questions. In preparation for the sessions\, Dr. Fox will accept no more than 3 questions from each firm which will be addressed during the one-on-one meeting. Participating firms must provide questions in advance to maximize the value of time invested. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/2nd-quarter-fy-2026-office-of-construction-and-facilities-management-virtual-one-on-one-meetings/
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SUMMARY:NC Advanced Mobility Symposium at RTI International
DESCRIPTION:The NC Advanced Mobility Symposium convenes leaders from industry\, government\, defense\, research\, and emerging technology organizations to focus on real-world deployment of advanced mobility\, autonomy\, UAS\, AAM\, and dual-use technologies. The 2026 program emphasizes on connecting policy\, funding\, and operational pathways at a pivotal moment for the ecosystem. \nThis year’s symposium includes senior participation from organizations shaping what gets funded\, tested\, and deployed\, including federal aviation\, defense\, innovation\, and SBIR/STTR government programs\, alongside industry leaders and innovators. \nWhen. February 11-12\nWhere. RTI International\, 3040 East Cornwallis Road\nDurham\, NC 27709 \nWhy attend \n\nInsight into defense and commercial dual-use pathways\nPractical discussions on federal funding\, transition\, and scale\nDirect engagement with decision-makers\, operators\, and investors\nHands-on exhibits and an innovation showcase\nA mission-driven event where registration proceeds support drones and advanced technologies for public safety agencies and schools\n\nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-advanced-mobility-symposium-by-auvsi-north-carolina-tickets-1628104106209 \nEvent & organization information: \nhttps://www.auvsinc.org/ \nFollow speaker announcements and updates on LinkedIn: \nhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/auvsi-north-carolina/
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/nc-advanced-mobility-symposium-at-rti-international/
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SUMMARY:Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government\, Military & Prime Contractors 
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Effectively Presenting Your Business to the Government\, Military & Prime Contractors” virtually on the following dates:  \n\nFebruary 11\, 2026 from 0900-1030\nMay 27\, 2026 from 0900-1030\nAugust 19 2026 from 0900-1030\nNovember 3\, 2026 from 0900-1030\n\nAbout. 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.  \nRegistration. 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.  \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/effectively-presenting-your-business-to-the-government-military-prime-contractors-5/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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SUMMARY:The Federal Sales Cycle - Government Contracting Foundations
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Federal Government is the world’s largest customer – and small businesses are a critical part of its supply chain. But breaking into federal contracting can feel overwhelming without a roadmap. \nThe Government Contracting Foundations Series is designed for small businesses that are curious about federal work but don’t know where to start. With these monthly webinars\, you’ll learn the basics step by step: how the government buys\, how to register\, what certifications mean\, how to define your company’s capabilities\, and what infrastructure you need in place to compete. \nWhether you’re a one-person shop or a growing business\, this series gives you practical\, no-nonsense guidance to help you decide if federal contracting is right for you and how to get started the right way. \nWhen. Wednesday\, February 11\, 10:00am-11:30am \nWhere. Online \nNote: These sessions are focused on federal contracting – how to do business with U.S. federal agencies. While some concepts may apply broadly\, this series is not designed for companies pursuing state or local government contracts. \n\nWed\, Mar 11\, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 7: Foundational Infrastructure for GovCon\nWed\, Apr 8\, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 8: Human Factors in GovCon\n\nSession 6 – The Federal Sales Cycle Understand why success doesn’t happen overnight. The federal buying process is long and structured – often 12 to 24 months. This session explains the stages of the sales cycle\, the difference between chasing bids and building relationships\, and how to position yourself early for future opportunities. \nReena Bhatia of the NC Military Business Center at Wake Tech will provide a basic overview of essential topics. \nThis webinar will be presented via Microsoft Teams platform. If you’ve never used Teams it will ask you to download onto your computer. We ask that you go ahead and complete this step\, utilizing the same First Name\, Last Name and Email address used during registration. \nOnce you do this it will allow you access to the webinar. We recommend that you sign in to the webinar at least five minutes prior to the start of the session to ensure you don’t have any technical issues. \n\nSpeaker(s): Reena Bhatia \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/the-federal-sales-cycle-government-contracting-foundations/
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SUMMARY:CMMC is Here: What the CMMC 48CFR Final Rule Means for Veteran-Owned DoD Contractors
DESCRIPTION:The final regulatory step toward full implementation of CMMC has arrived. CMMC stands for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification\, and is the framework developed by the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) to ensure contractors and organizations handling Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) meet specific cybersecurity standards. The goal is to protect sensitive data within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) from cyber threats. The CMMC model has different levels of maturity\, ranging from basic cyber hygiene to advanced practices\, and organizations must achieve the appropriate level to bid on certain DoD contracts. \nOn November 10\, 2025\, Title 48 CFR became final. This officially started Phase 1 of the CMMC program\, formally incorporating DFARS clause 252.204-7021 into defense contracts. This milestone cements CMMC as a permanent requirement in the DoD contracting process\, with clauses already appearing in new contracts. \nFor Veteran-Owned small businesses\, this development has significant implications. CMMC is no longer “on the horizon\,” it is officially here. Further\, CMMC is now a binding condition for eligibility AND award of DoD contracts. This webinar will help Veteran business owners understand what the final rule means\, how it impacts both prime and subcontract opportunities\, and what to expect as CMMC becomes a standard part of the defense acquisition landscape. \nDate: Wednesday\, February 11\, 2026 \nTime: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET \nThis webinar will help veteran business owners understand what the final rule means\, how it impacts both prime and subcontract opportunities\, and what to expect as CMMC becomes a standard part of the defense acquisition landscape. \nGain valuable insight into and explore opportunities to comply with new regulations and enhance contracting success:\n• Understand updates to DFARS clause 252.204-7021 and its impact on contracts.\n• Learn about the CMMC framework and compliance steps for veteran-owned small businesses.\n• Discover how CMMC affects bidding and award decisions. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/cmmc-is-here-what-the-cmmc-48cfr-final-rule-means-for-veteran-owned-dod-contractors/
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