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SUMMARY:Introduction to Federal Contracting For the Small Business Owner (Online)
DESCRIPTION:To sell your products or services to the federal government\, your small business must meet specific requirements. Although the contracting process can seem complicated and overwhelming at first\, the government provides information and tips to help you learn to compete as a federal contractor in North Carolina. \nWhen. Thursday\, January 8\, 2026 from 3:00 pm-5:00 pm \nWhere. Online \nSpeaker(s): Tim Malone \nHosted by the Small Business Center Network in partnership with the NCMBC \nA Zoom Link will be sent prior to your class. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/introduction-to-federal-contracting-for-the-small-business-owner-online-2/
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SUMMARY:Capability Statements - 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\, January 14\, 10:00am-11:30am \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\, Feb 11\, 2026 10:00 to 11:30 AM ET Foundations Session 6: The Federal Sales Cycle\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 5 – Capability Statements Turn your story into a powerful marketing tool. Once you know your capabilities and who buys them\, it’s time to create a capability statement. We’ll cover what belongs in one\, how to design it\, and how to use it to open doors with government buyers and prime contractors. \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/capability-statements-government-contracting-foundations/
LOCATION:Online event
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SUMMARY:2026 CAPITOL HILL DEFENSE OUTLOOK SUMMIT
DESCRIPTION:Join us on January 20\, 2026 for the 2026 Capitol Hill Defense Outlook Summit! This major national defense conference in Washington will feature Members of Congress\, Pentagon officials\, military base commanders\, procurement officials\, and prime defense contractors. The Summit offers insights into the historic $1 Trillion 2026 defense budget\, which allocates significant funds for Air Force\, Army\, Navy\, USMC\, and Space Force procurement. The Summit features General Sessions\, Matchmaking Sessions\, Exhibit Areas\, and many networking opportunities.  \nWhen. January 20\, 2026 \nWhere. Rayburn House Office Building\n45 Independence Ave SW\, Washington DC\, 20515 \nLearn more about the latest defense contracting opportunities especially in these important areas: \n\nGolden Dome for America\nShipbuilding\nAI in Defense\nDrones & Anti-Drone Technology\nCritical Munitions\nMilitary Base Infrastructure & Depot Maintenance\nMilitary Construction\nSmall Businesses Interested in Defense & Federal Contracting\n\nThe Summit is brought to you by the United States Defense Leadership Forum\, which has brought more than 250\,000 military\, government\, and business leaders together since 2010 to identify the best solutions to defend the United States. Numerous Members of Congress have provided keynote addresses at its highly-regarded defense contracting summits. \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/2026-capitol-hill-defense-outlook-summit/
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting for Manufacturers: Turning Capability into Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Many North Carolina manufacturers have the capabilities\, quality standards\, and capacity that government agencies seek but few are tapping into this multi-billion-dollar market. This one-hour webinar introduces manufacturers to the fundamentals of federal contracting and how their products\, processes\, and certifications align with government purchasing needs. \nParticipants will learn how the federal marketplace works\, what agencies buy manufactured goods\, how to identify and qualify opportunities\, and how to position their business for success. The session will also highlight how the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) connects manufacturers to federal buyers and primes through tools like MatchForce and strategic industry initiatives. \nWhen. Wednesday\, January 21\, 2026 from 10:30 am-11:30 am \nWhere. Online \nKey Topics Covered: \n\nUnderstanding the scale and structure of federal procurement\nHow manufacturers fit into the government supply chain\nCommon pathways to enter the market (prime vs. subcontractor)\nWhere and how to find opportunities (MatchForce\, SAM.gov\, DLA DIBBS)\nCertifications\, registrations\, and readiness basics\nHow NCMBC supports manufacturers with business development and technology transition\n\nThis webinar is ideal for small and mid-sized North Carolina manufacturers who: \n\nWant to diversify beyond commercial and private-sector work\nHave quality production capabilities but haven’t explored government sales\nAre interested in becoming suppliers or teaming partners to large primes\nWant to understand how to align their operations\, certifications\, and pricing with federal buyer expectations\n\nHosted by the Small Business Center Network in partnership with the NCMBC \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/government-contracting-for-manufacturers-turning-capability-into-opportunity/
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SUMMARY:How to Do Business with Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) and Other Large Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Join the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) and the Strategic Outreach and Communications Program (SOC) for a virtual training webinar on “How to Do Business with Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) and Other Large Businesses.” Presented by SAIC\, a leading technology integrator\, the training webinar will provide valuable insights into the operations of SAIC and what qualities large businesses look for in small business partners. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with SAIC’s Small Business and Health Teams and learn about various capabilities in IT systems integration\, electronic health record integration\, cybersecurity\, artificial intelligence\, and more. Register now to secure your spot and empower your business for future success. \nWhy Attend?\nGain valuable insights into and explore SAIC’s operations:\n• How to do business with SAIC and other large businesses.\n• Learn what qualities and attributes large business look for in small business partners.\n• Connect with SAIC’s Small Business Director and Health Team. \nDate: Thursday\, January 22\, 2026 \nTime: 1:30 PM – 2:30 PM ET \nRegister \nJoin VA OSDBU and SAIC for a training webinar focused on partnering with large businesses. Learn what qualities major corporations seek in small business partners and explore opportunities in IT systems integration\, cybersecurity\, AI\, and more.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/how-to-do-business-with-science-applications-international-corporation-saic-and-other-large-businesses/
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SUMMARY:VHA Procurement & Logistics Office (P&LO) Regional Program Office (RPO) West (NCO 19) Quarterly Virtual Business Opportunity Session
DESCRIPTION:Join the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) for a virtual event in collaboration with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Procurement and Logistics Office (P&LO) Regional Program Office (RPO) West Network Contracting Office (NCO 19). \nHosted by VA Small Business Liaisons (SBLs)\, these sessions will provide insights into the region’s strategic priorities and upcoming opportunities for Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSB) and Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (VOSB). \nLearn best practices for engaging with the VHA and discover how to effectively navigate the contracting landscape. \nDon’t miss this chance to position your business for success within the VHA framework! \nDate: Thursday\, January 22\, 2026 \nTime: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM ET \nRegister\nHosted by VA Small Business Liaisons\, this session provides insights into VHA’s strategic priorities and upcoming opportunities for SDVOSBs and VOSBs.
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/vha-procurement-logistics-office-plo-regional-program-office-rpo-west-nco-19-quarterly-virtual-business-opportunity-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260127T103000
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SUMMARY:Growing Opportunity: Connecting North Carolina's Agriculture Industry to Federal Markets Webinar
DESCRIPTION:North Carolina’s agriculture industry is one of the most diverse and advanced in the country — stretching from family farms and food processors to ag-tech innovators\, packagers\, and distributors. Every part of this ecosystem contributes to feeding the nation\, yet only a small share currently participates in the federal market. \nThis one-hour webinar\, co-hosted by the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC)\, introduces the entire agriculture value chain to opportunities in government contracting. Participants will learn how federal agencies purchase agricultural goods\, food products\, and supply-chain services\, and how NCMBC connects businesses across North Carolina to those opportunities. \nThe session highlights how collaboration among producers\, processors\, logistics providers\, and research partners in the State is shaping an ecosystem ready to meet federal demand for safe\, innovative\, and sustainable food systems. \nWhen. January 27\, 2026 from 10:30-11:30 \nWhere. Online \nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/growing-opportunity-connecting-north-carolinas-agriculture-industry-to-federal-markets-webinar/
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CATEGORIES:Homepage Events
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SUMMARY:The NC Department of Justice Presents Consumer Confidence 101: Your Guide to Home Buying
DESCRIPTION:The NC DOJ’s Consumer Protection Division will present on how to avoid common pitfalls during the home buying process.\nRepresentatives from the NC Real Estate Commission\, Legal Aid of North Carolina\, the NC Department of Insurance\, Cumberland County Register of Deeds\, the NC Human Relations Commission\, and more will be present to answer your questions.\nRefreshments will be provided. \nContact outreach@ncdoj.gov with questions. \nJoin us! Attendance is free and open to the public. RSVPs encouraged\, but not required to attend.\nTuesday\, January 27 · 12-1:30pm\nFayetteville Technical Community College’s\nTony Rand Student Center\n2220 Hull Rd\, Fayetteville\, NC 28303 \nLearn more and register here: https://tinyurl.com/2aeew9v8
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/the-nc-department-of-justice-presents-consumer-confidence-101-your-guide-to-home-buying/
LOCATION:Tony Rand Student Center
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SUMMARY:2026 Barracks Repair by Replacement Industry Day
DESCRIPTION:Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command\, Mid-Atlantic (MIDLANT) invites contractors to attend the Industry Day event for the 2026 Barracks Repair by Replacement Initiative. The intent is to provide industry with an overview of the program\, answer any reasonable questions\, and collect feedback from industry about the program. \nThis program will utilize two Design-Build (DB) Solicitation Packages consisting of five Bachelor Enlisted Quarters Buildings per package. Package One will be executed at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point. Package Two will contain four buildings to be executed at Marine Corps Base Lejeune and one building at Marine Corps Air Station New River. \nWhen. Wednesday\, 28 January 2026\nCheck-in for the event begins at 8:30AM \nWhere. Courtyard Marriot\n5046 Henderson Drive\, Jacksonville\, NC \nWho. Interested parties for the 2026 Barracks Repair by Replacement Initiative\, Prime and Subcontractors are welcome. \nRegistration Information: Registration for attending the industry day is required. Participation will be limited to the first 200 number of people. Please provide the following information: \n\nCompany name\, physical address\, email address(es)\, POC\, and telephone number(s)\, and anticipated list of attendees\nPlease identify if your firm is a prime contractor\n\nEmail completed registration form to Brittany Cristelli at brittany.n.cristelli.civ@us.navy.mil and Mary Ann Pool at mary.a.pool3.civ@us.navy.mil no later than Friday\, 23 January 2026 at 5:00 pm. \nNote: Space permitting\, on-site registration may be available but not guaranteed. \nMore Information
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/2026-barracks-repair-by-replacement-industry-day/
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