LRD Industry Day 2024
ID: W912P6-LRDIndustryDay2024Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYW072 ENDIST CHICAGOCHICAGO, IL, 60604-1437, USA

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https://sam.gov/opp/78069cf42dc54a909cf7fa8fec8edf83/view
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    The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, specifically the Great Lakes and Ohio River Division (LRD), is hosting an Industry Day on December 4, 2024, at the Hilton Netherland Plaza in Cincinnati, Ohio, aimed at engaging both small and large businesses. This event will provide an opportunity for participants to learn about the LRD's mission, network with various districts, and explore contract opportunities for fiscal year 2025, particularly in areas such as flood risk management, navigation, and environmental services. The Industry Day will feature presentations, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities designed to enhance collaboration between the Corps and industry stakeholders, ultimately promoting transparency and competitive procurement processes. Registration is mandatory and must be completed by 5 PM Eastern on December 3, 2024; for further inquiries, interested parties can contact Brenna Crawford at Brenna.A.Crawford@usace.army.mil.

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    Brenna Crawford
    Brenna.A.Crawford@usace.army.mil
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    Industry Day 2024 Agenda_FINAL.pdf
    The LRD Industry Day, held on December 4, 2024, at the Hilton Netherland Plaza in Cincinnati, Ohio, is aimed at fostering collaboration between the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) and industry stakeholders. The event's theme, "LRD Delivering for the Nation," emphasizes the importance of the Great Lakes and Ohio River Division's civil and military missions. The agenda includes a series of presentations detailing the Civil Works and Military programs, followed by discussions on emergency response initiatives. Participants can engage in networking sessions divided by functions, such as architecture, construction, dredging, and environmental services. Breakout sessions address essential topics including acquisition best practices, market insights, and barriers to competition, promoting transparency and collaboration in procurement processes. The event's structure provides stakeholders, particularly new entrants to the federal marketplace, with valuable resources and information on USACE's goals and methods. Overall, the LRD Industry Day serves as a platform for dialogue, enhancing the effectiveness of federal contracting while inviting feedback to improve future acquisitions, thereby aligning industry capabilities with government needs.
    LRD FY25 Overview Industry Day Slides_DEC2024.pdf
    The Great Lakes and Ohio River Division (LRD) of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) is dedicated to providing engineering solutions that bolster national security, stimulate economic growth, and mitigate disaster risks. The division encompasses five states and serves over 58 million people, managing extensive infrastructure including locks, dams, levees, and recreation areas. Key programs involve flood risk management, navigation, ecological restoration, and military support projects, notably facilitated through the Environmental Resiliency Conservation Infrastructure Program (ERCIP) and the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI). The document outlines various contract opportunities across multiple categories, including dredging, facility construction, and environmental remediation, with an emphasis on engaging with local industries. The LRD actively supports emergency management efforts, collaborating with FEMA during disasters. Overall, this extensive overview showcases the LRD's multi-faceted roles in civil works, military construction, and emergency management while promoting competitive procurement processes to enhance industry participation.
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