Food and Nutrition Service - Virtual Small Business Industry Day
ID: FNSINDUSTRYDAY09112024Type: Special Notice
Overview

Buyer

AGRICULTURE, DEPARTMENT OFFOOD AND NUTRITION SERVICE

Set Aside

Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) (SBA)

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https://sam.gov/opp/f8424732350b4353bbc3155d20443a78/view
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    The Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is hosting a Virtual Small Business Industry Day on September 11, 2024, from 9 AM to 1 PM ET, aimed at engaging small businesses and informing them about FNS programs and upcoming collaboration opportunities. This event serves as a platform for small businesses to understand the requirements and capabilities needed to work with FNS, while also allowing larger businesses to strategize partnerships with the small business community. Interested participants must register by emailing SM.FN.smallbusiness@usda.gov by the deadline of September 6, 2024, to secure their participation in this important outreach initiative.

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    Mrs. LaShaun Thompson, Small Business Coordinator
    LaShaun.Thompson@usda.gov
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    FNS Small Business Flyer 091124.pdf
    The United States Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) is hosting a virtual Small Business Industry Day on September 11, 2024, from 9 AM to 1 PM ET. This event aims to inform potential vendors about FNS programs, requirements, and upcoming opportunities for collaboration. Interested participants must register by emailing the FNS Small Business mailbox at SM.FN.smallbusiness@usda.gov, with the registration deadline set for September 6, 2024. The event is part of the USDA's efforts to foster partnerships and facilitate business engagement related to its nutritional programs. For additional information on how to do business with FNS, participants can visit the provided link. This initiative signifies USDA's commitment to enhancing vendor capabilities and expanding outreach in the context of federal funding and procurement opportunities.
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