Intro to DIA for Small Businesses
ID: DIA-SBP-22-0004Type: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE INTELLIGENCE AGENCY

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https://sam.gov/opp/befea0993efa495b835090aa582f3247/view
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    The Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) is hosting a virtual briefing titled "Introduction to DIA for Small Business," aimed exclusively at small businesses interested in engaging with the agency. This event will cover the fundamentals of conducting business with the DIA, including program highlights, followed by a question-and-answer session to facilitate further understanding. Participation is limited to one representative per U.S.-owned firm, and registrants must be U.S. citizens; registration is on a first-come, first-served basis. Interested parties can register through the provided link and should contact the DIA Office of Small Business Programs at smallbusiness@dodiis.mil for any inquiries.

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    smallbusiness@dodiis.mil
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    DIA-SBP-22-0018_Notice.pdf
    The Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA) is hosting virtual briefings titled "Introduction to DIA for Small Business" on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month to educate small businesses on collaborating with the agency. Attendance is limited to one representative per U.S.-owned small business, and registration must be done via email following specific instructions to ensure proper processing. Contact information will be shared among attendees to encourage networking opportunities.
    SBP_Intro_AA_Temp.xlsx
    The document provides details about A, E, and A Research and Development, Inc., including its address in Athens, MA, and contact information for Business Director Anthony E. Andrews. The company is classified as a Woman-Owned Small Business (WOSB), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), and is identified as having an active Facility Clearance Level (FCL) of Top Secret (TS). Attendees of the "Introduction to DIA for Small Business" briefing must consent to share their information by registering via the specified email.
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