The U.S. Department of Homeland Security is hosting a Vendor Outreach Matchmaking Event (VOME) for its Regional Multiple Award Construction Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity Contracts (RMACC III). This event aims to connect small and large businesses for potential opportunities. The provided guide outlines a multi-step registration process, including email registration, company profile completion, attendee information, NAICS selection, and optional file uploads. Participants create a password and receive a confirmation email with a "Magic Link" for direct dashboard access. The platform allows users to complete their profiles, search for opportunities, and request meetings. The "Directory" displays all participants, while "My Matches" shows potential matches based on NAICS codes. Users can filter matches and send meeting requests, which are confirmed once accepted by the other organization. The "Inbox" section manages received requests, and the "Schedule" displays confirmed meetings. Meetings can be added to personal calendars, canceled up to 24 hours prior, and joined 10 minutes beforehand via a virtual Zoom room. Colleagues can be invited to meetings within the virtual room. Additional support is available through FAQs, video tutorials, and email contact.
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is hosting a virtual Business-to-Business Vendor Outreach Matchmaking Event (VOME) on September 10, 2025, to support the U.S. Coast Guard's RMACC III contracts. This event aims to connect small and large businesses to strengthen capabilities, encourage federal contracting participation, and build a stronger vendor base. Participants can explore subcontracting, teaming arrangements, joint ventures, and discuss potential partnerships through the DHS Mentor-Protégé Program. The VOME provides opportunities to discuss capability gaps and present core capabilities, fostering collaboration within the federal contracting landscape.