Southeast Region Federal Construction, Infrastructure, and Environmental Summit

The Offices of US Senator Thom Tillis and US Senator Ted Budd and the North Carolina Military Business Center are pleased to announce the Southeast Regional Federal Construction, Infrastructure & Environment Summit on April 14-16, 2026 in Wilmington, North Carolina.

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Special Operations Forces (SOF) Week

SOF Week brings the international Special Operations community together for one focused week of collaboration, learning, and capability development. Jointly supported by U.S. Special Operations Command and the Global SOF Foundation, the event serves as the central gathering point for SOF Operators, government leaders, and industry partners working to advance the mission.

Modern Day Marine

Modern Day Marine is the largest military equipment, systems, services and technology exposition open exclusively to Marines, DoD, association partners, and authorized industry representatives. The show floor hosts more than 350 exhibitors displaying the latest warfighting innovations and technology, presentations from influential Marines and DoD personnel, the OBJ1 Wargaming Convention, and more.

Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting & Exposition

The AUSA Annual Meeting is the largest land power exposition and professional development forum in North America. Taking place over three days, the Annual Meeting is designed to deliver the Army’s message by highlighting the capabilities of organizations and presenting a wide range of industry products and services.

Inside the new “Golden Dome for America (GDA)” Project:

A Post-Event Report of the GDA Industry Day and DoD Contract Opportunities in SHIELD, MAPSS, & Beyond ​​​​​​​​​​

The Department of Defense’s Golden Dome for America Project is opening new doors for innovation, technology development, and professional services — and your organization could be part of it.

Session Summary: Forging the Future of Military Medicine – From Battlefield Concepts to Dual-Use Deployment

This session brings together defense leaders shaping the future of military medicine, from conceptual design through real-world deployment. Panelists will explore critical gaps and capabilities across battlefield medicine, medical R&D, and dual-use technologies. Discussions will highlight efforts to modernize medical force structures for 2040, deliver care in contested environments, and integrate innovations from DARPA’s biotech frontier to MTF-level operations.

Inside the new “Golden Dome” Project: DoD Contract Opportunities in SHIELD, MAPSS & Beyond

The Department of Defense’s Golden Dome for America Project is opening new doors for innovation, technology development, and professional services — and your organization could be part of it. Join the North Carolina Military Business Center for an exclusive update on the recent GDA Industry Day and upcoming Missile Defense Agency (MDA) contract opportunities, including the Scalable Homeland Innovative Enterprise Layered Defense (SHIELD) program, the Missile Defense Agile Professional Services Solution (MAPSS) contracts, and other initiatives shaping the future of national missile defense.

Fort Bragg Tactical Medicine & Tech Expo 2025

Hosted by the Fort Bragg Research Institute, a Program of the Geneva Foundation

You are cordially invited to attend an exclusive preview of the Fort Bragg Tactical Medicine & Tech Expo. This event will feature a guided tour of the exhibits, providing an opportunity for networking and collaboration with colleagues and industry partners.

Postponed: Why Present Your Technology or Innovation to Federal Agencies

The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Why Present Your Technology or Innovation to Federal Agencies” virtually on the following dates:

  • March 11, 2025  from 0900-1030
  • June 25, 2025 from 0900-1030
  • POSTPONED. September 23, 2025 from 0900-1030.
    • This date is postponed. 

7/3 – Opps Talk: R&D

Opps Talks will spotlight key federal contract opportunities for North Carolina businesses. Each session will include presentation and discussion of timely, high-impact contract solicitations from the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, other federal agencies, and installations and commands in North Carolina and neighboring states — including traditional acquisitions, multiple award contract vehicles (IDIQ, MATOC/MACC), research and development (including SBIR/STTR/BAAs) opportunities and other significant announcements.

8/28 – Opps Talk: Aerospace, Ground Vehicles and Maritime

Opps Talks will spotlight key federal contract opportunities for North Carolina businesses. Each session will include presentation and discussion of timely, high-impact contract solicitations from the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, other federal agencies, and installations and commands in North Carolina and neighboring states — including traditional acquisitions, multiple award contract vehicles (IDIQ, MATOC/MACC), research and development (including SBIR/STTR/BAAs) opportunities and other significant announcements.

8/21 – Opps Talk: Medical

Opps Talks will spotlight key federal contract opportunities for North Carolina businesses. Each session will include presentation and discussion of timely, high-impact contract solicitations from the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, other federal agencies, and installations and commands in North Carolina and neighboring states — including traditional acquisitions, multiple award contract vehicles (IDIQ, MATOC/MACC), research and development (including SBIR/STTR/BAAs) opportunities and other significant announcements.

8/14 – Opps Talk: Construction/Infrastructure/Energy and R&D

Opps Talks will spotlight key federal contract opportunities for North Carolina businesses. Each session will include presentation and discussion of timely, high-impact contract solicitations from the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, other federal agencies, and installations and commands in North Carolina and neighboring states — including traditional acquisitions, multiple award contract vehicles (IDIQ, MATOC/MACC), research and development (including SBIR/STTR/BAAs) opportunities and other significant announcements.

8/7 – Opps Talk: Textiles

Opps Talks will spotlight key federal contract opportunities for North Carolina businesses. Each session will include presentation and discussion of timely, high-impact contract solicitations from the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, other federal agencies, and installations and commands in North Carolina and neighboring states — including traditional acquisitions, multiple award contract vehicles (IDIQ, MATOC/MACC), research and development (including SBIR/STTR/BAAs) opportunities and other significant announcements.

7/17 – Opps Talk: Multiple Award Contract Vehicles and Medical

Opps Talks will spotlight key federal contract opportunities for North Carolina businesses. Each session will include presentation and discussion of timely, high-impact contract solicitations from the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, other federal agencies, and installations and commands in North Carolina and neighboring states — including traditional acquisitions, multiple award contract vehicles (IDIQ, MATOC/MACC), research and development (including SBIR/STTR/BAAs) opportunities and other significant announcements.

7/10 – Opps Talk: Construction/Infrastructure/Energy and R&D

Opps Talks will spotlight key federal contract opportunities for North Carolina businesses. Each session will include presentation and discussion of timely, high-impact contract solicitations from the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, other federal agencies, and installations and commands in North Carolina and neighboring states — including traditional acquisitions, multiple award contract vehicles (IDIQ, MATOC/MACC), research and development (including SBIR/STTR/BAAs) opportunities and other significant announcements.

6/26 – Opps Talk: R&D

Opps Talk is a virtual forum spotlighting key federal R&D opportunities for North Carolina’s innovation ecosystem. Each session features timely, high-impact solicitations from agencies like DoD, DOE, DHS, and others — including SBIR/STTR topics, BAAs, and significant announcements. Designed to keep innovators informed and engaged, Opps Talk connects businesses, researchers, and partners with the federal R&D landscape in a fast, focused format — helping turn opportunity into action.

6/19 – Opps Talk: R&D

Opps Talk is a virtual forum spotlighting key federal R&D opportunities for North Carolina’s innovation ecosystem. Each session features timely, high-impact solicitations from agencies like DoD, DOE, DHS, and others — including SBIR/STTR topics, BAAs, and significant announcements. Designed to keep innovators informed and engaged, Opps Talk connects businesses, researchers, and partners with the federal R&D landscape in a fast, focused format — helping turn opportunity into action.

6/12 – Opps Talk: R&D

Opps Talk is a virtual forum spotlighting key federal R&D opportunities for North Carolina’s innovation ecosystem. Each session features timely, high-impact solicitations from agencies like DoD, DOE, DHS, and others — including SBIR/STTR topics, BAAs, and significant announcements. Designed to keep innovators informed and engaged, Opps Talk connects businesses, researchers, and partners with the federal R&D landscape in a fast, focused format — helping turn opportunity into action.

5/29 – Opps Talk: R&D

Opps Talk is a virtual forum spotlighting key federal R&D opportunities for North Carolina’s innovation ecosystem. Each session features timely, high-impact solicitations from agencies like DoD, DOE, DHS, and others — including SBIR/STTR topics, BAAs, and significant announcements. Designed to keep innovators informed and engaged, Opps Talk connects businesses, researchers, and partners with the federal R&D landscape in a fast, focused format — helping turn opportunity into action.

5/22 – Opps Talk: R&D

Opps Talk is a virtual forum spotlighting key federal R&D opportunities for North Carolina’s innovation ecosystem. Each session features timely, high-impact solicitations from agencies like DoD, DOE, DHS, and others — including SBIR/STTR topics, BAAs, and significant announcements. Designed to keep innovators informed and engaged, Opps Talk connects businesses, researchers, and partners with the federal R&D landscape in a fast, focused format — helping turn opportunity into action.

6/5 – Opps Talk: R&D

Opps Talk is a virtual forum spotlighting key federal R&D opportunities for North Carolina’s innovation ecosystem. Each session features timely, high-impact solicitations from agencies like DoD, DOE, DHS, and others — including SBIR/STTR topics, BAAs, and significant announcements. Designed to keep innovators informed and engaged, Opps Talk connects businesses, researchers, and partners with the federal R&D landscape in a fast, focused format — helping turn opportunity into action.