TechConnect Conference
ID: Approved_JOFOC_Feb_2023Type: Justification
Overview

Buyer

ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFENERGY, DEPARTMENT OFSC OAK RIDGE OFFICEOAK RIDGE, TN, 37831, USA

PSC

SUPPORT- PROFESSIONAL: OTHER (R499)

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https://sam.gov/opp/8204e511b9ff49e690da47f0a957cccf/view
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    Description

    The Department of Energy, specifically the Oak Ridge Office, is seeking to procure services for the TechConnect World Conference 2023, which includes attendance for 35 individuals and the elevation of five attendees to Speaker/VIP status. The procurement requires the provision of a session room for two days, accommodating a minimum of 60 people, along with full audio/visual support, publication of the Principal Investigator's attendance in the TechConnect agenda, and informational door signage. This opportunity is crucial for facilitating knowledge exchange and networking within the energy sector. Interested parties can reach out to Robert J. Burke at robert.burke@science.doe.gov for further details regarding this procurement.

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    Burke, Robert J.
    robert.burke@science.doe.gov
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