2025 Robins Requirements Symposium - 27 March 2025
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE AIR FORCEFA8501 OPL CONTRACTING AFSC/PZIOROBINS AFB, GA, 31098-1672, USA

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    The Department of Defense, through the Department of the Air Force, is hosting the 2025 Robins Requirements Symposium on March 27, 2025, at the Museum of Aviation in Warner Robins, Georgia. This event aims to inform industry representatives about the Air Force’s acquisition forecasts and operational requirements, facilitating discussions on military modernization efforts and potential business opportunities for both large and small firms. The symposium will feature presentations from key Air Force leaders and breakout sessions on critical topics such as Combat Readiness and Combat Avionics, emphasizing collaboration between military and industry stakeholders. Interested parties can contact Michele Watts at michele.watts.1@us.af.mil for further details, with registration fees set at $235 for in-person attendance and $215 for virtual participation.

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    2025 Robins Requirements Symposium 27Mar25.pdf
    The 2025 Robins Requirements Symposium, hosted by Robins Air Force Base (AFB) and the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Central Georgia Chapter, will be held on Thursday, March 27, 2025, from 0700 to 1730 at the Museum of Aviation in Robins AFB, Georgia. This one-day event will focus on the theme “Robins Enterprise: Accelerating Modernization for Great Power Competition,” aiming to inform the private sector about the Air Force's acquisition forecasts and requirements. Participants will hear from leaders of the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) and the Air Force Sustainment Center (AFSC) regarding portfolio focus areas and business opportunities that contracts with both large and small businesses may provide. A complimentary networking reception will conclude the event, allowing attendees to engage with program executive officers and further discuss Robins AFB capabilities. Registration fees are set at $235 for industry participants (including lunch) and $10 for government representatives, with additional lunch fees applicable. This symposium serves to foster collaboration between the Defense Department and the industry, ultimately contributing to robust national security initiatives by addressing key challenges and opportunities in defense modernization.
    2025 Robins Requirements Symposium 27Mar25v1.pdf
    The 2025 Robins Requirements Symposium, co-hosted by Robins Air Force Base (AFB) and the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) Central Georgia Chapter, is scheduled for March 27, 2025. This hybrid event aims to inform industry representatives about the Air Force’s acquisition forecasts and portfolio focus areas necessary for Robins AFB to fulfill its mission of delivering timely and cost-effective warfighting capabilities. Attendees will benefit from presentations by leaders from the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center and the Air Force Sustainment Center, outlining operational requirements and potential business opportunities for both large and small firms. Registration fees are set at $235 for in-person attendees and $215 for virtual participation, with reduced rates for government personnel. The symposium underscores the NDIA’s role in facilitating strategic discussions in national security and emphasizes collaboration between military, government, and industry stakeholders to drive modernization efforts in a competitive landscape.
    2025 Robins Requirements Symposium Draft Agenda 12Feb25.pdf
    The Robins Requirements Symposium, titled “Robins Enterprise: Accelerating Modernization for Great Power Competition,” is scheduled for March 27, 2025, at the Museum of Aviation’s Century of Flight Hangar. The event focuses on military modernization efforts and features an array of presentations and breakout sessions related to various Air Force mission responsibilities and contracting processes. Key speakers include Lt Gen Stacey Hawkins, Mr. Scott E. Boyd, and Lt Gen Michael E. Conley, among others. The agenda includes registration, welcome remarks, detailed overviews from Air Force leadership, and break-out sessions exploring topics such as Combat Readiness, C2ISR, Support Equipment, and Combat Avionics. Each session is led by experts from diverse military backgrounds, emphasizing collaboration among various mission partners. The symposium concludes with closing remarks, encapsulating the day’s findings and discussions. This symposium is pivotal in strengthening communication between military leadership and industry partners, highlighting the importance of strategic sourcing, AI integration, and future capabilities in military operations, aligning with the government’s objectives within RFPs and grants for defense modernization.
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