2025 Small Business Industry Day
ID: W912EF-25-SMALL-BUSINESS-INDUSTRY-DAYType: Special Notice
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEPT OF THE ARMYUS ARMY ENGINEER DISTRICT WALLA WALWALLA WALLA, WA, 99362-1876, USA

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Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction (237)

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MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS (9999)

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)
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    The Department of Defense, specifically the U.S. Army Engineer District Walla Walla, is hosting the 2025 Small Business Industry Day on May 29, 2025, at the Marcus Whitman Conference Center in Walla Walla, Washington. This event is designed to facilitate networking and information sharing among small businesses interested in federal contracting opportunities, particularly in the heavy and civil engineering construction sector. Attendees will have the chance to engage with government representatives, learn about various business lines such as hydropower and environmental services, and participate in discussions aimed at fostering collaboration and preparedness for upcoming projects. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact James R. Glynn at james.r.glynn@usace.army.mil or by phone at 509-527-7434.

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    The Small Business Industry Day is scheduled for March 6, 2025, at the Marcus Whitman Conference Center in Walla Walla, WA. This event seeks to engage small businesses with federal opportunities through a structured agenda that includes registration, networking, and various presentations. The agenda features a district overview, a contracting presentation, and an update from the SBA on regulatory matters. Post-lunch, there will be a multi-functional corps panel and a forecast of potential contracting opportunities. This will be followed by roundtable discussions, focusing on specific business lines such as hydropower, flood risk, navigation, juvenile fish programs, recreation, construction, services/operations, architecture and engineering services, and environmental considerations. The event aims to foster collaboration between small businesses and federal entities, highlighting the various sectors requiring services, aligning with the broader context of federal RFPs and grants, thereby enabling business owners to identify potential contracts and partnerships.
    The Small Business Industry Day scheduled for March 6, 2025, at the Marcus Whitman Conference Center in Walla Walla, WA, is designed to facilitate interaction and collaboration between small businesses and government agencies. The agenda includes registration, networking, contract presentations, and updates from the Small Business Administration (SBA). Attendees can expect a multifaceted discussion on various federal contracting opportunities, particularly through a dedicated panel and forecast sessions. A key component focuses on breakout discussions specific to diverse sectors, such as hydropower, navigation, construction, and environmental services, allowing participants to delve into specialized business lines. The day culminates without a formal presentation, encouraging informal networking and the exchange of ideas among small businesses and government representatives. This event ultimately aims to promote small business involvement in federal contracts and grants, enhancing opportunities for local enterprises within federal and state procurement frameworks.
    The Small Business Industry Day, scheduled for May 29, 2025, at the Marcus Whitman Conference Center in Walla Walla, WA, serves as a platform for networking and information sharing among stakeholders in federal contracting. The agenda includes registration, welcome remarks, a district overview, and a contracting presentation, followed by a regulatory update from the Small Business Administration (SBA). Attendees will engage in a multi-functional corps panel and discuss various business lines, including hydropower, flood risk management, navigation, and environmental services. The event aims to foster collaboration and provide insights into upcoming contracting opportunities, ensuring that small businesses are informed and prepared to engage with government projects. Concluding without a formal presentation, the day emphasizes informal discussions and networking for better industry engagement. The structure promotes interaction and the submission of questions, encouraging direct communication between small businesses and government representatives.
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