The Department of Defense, specifically the Department of the Army, is hosting a Small Business Industry Day event on January 13, 2026, in Bismarck, North Dakota, at the National Energy Center of Excellence. This event aims to highlight contract opportunities for small businesses in Montana, North Dakota, and South Dakota, focusing on reoccurring services and small construction projects. Such initiatives are crucial for fostering local economic growth and enhancing the capabilities of small businesses in the region. Interested participants can expect registration details and a complete agenda to be available soon via SAM.Gov, and for further inquiries, they may contact Matthew D. Hibbert at matthew.d.hibbert@usace.army.mil.