DLA Disposition Services Industry Day
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DEPT OF DEFENSEDEFENSE LOGISTICS AGENCYDLA DISPOSITION SERVICES

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    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Disposition Services is hosting an Industry Day forum focused on Contracting Industry Engagement in Battle Creek, Michigan, on November 19th and 20th, 2024. This event aims to enhance operational readiness and foster innovation in military logistics, covering critical topics such as small business contracting, hazardous waste disposal, and public sales contracting. The forum represents a strategic initiative to engage with the contracting community and improve support for military operations, with registration required by October 25th, 2024. Attendees must comply with security regulations, and no unsolicited proposals will be accepted during the event. For further inquiries, interested parties can contact Earl Watson at Earl.Watson@dla.mil or Robert Seekamp at robert.seekamp@dla.mil.

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    Save the Date Notification 2024 FINAL.pdf
    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is hosting an Industry Day forum on November 19-20, 2024, at DoubleTree by Hilton in Battle Creek, MI, aimed at enhancing contractor engagement within the logistics community. This event will focus on operational contracting topics, including small businesses, hazardous waste disposal, and public sales contracts. The forum seeks to bolster readiness and innovation to support military operations. Registration is due by October 25, 2024, and foreign participants must register by September 15. Attendees must comply with security regulations, including a valid ID and security screening, while prohibited items such as firearms and explosives are strictly barred. The venue offers limited parking options and amenity details for attendees. The event will adhere to the Federal Acquisition Regulation 10.002, emphasizing that no unsolicited proposals will be accepted during the forum, ensuring a structured and focused dialogue on contracting opportunities related to DLA's mission.
    Save the Date Notification 2024 FINALF.pdf
    The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Disposition Services is hosting an Industry Day forum on Contracting Industry Engagement in Battle Creek, MI, on November 19th and 20th, 2024. This event aims to enhance operational readiness and foster innovation in support of military logistics, covering topics such as small business contracting, hazardous waste disposal, and public sales contracting. Registration is required by October 25th, 2024, with specific provisions for foreign visitors. Attendees must comply with security regulations, such as valid photo identification and adherence to prohibited items policies. The event will take place at the DoubleTree by Hilton, which offers various amenities, including restaurants and parking options. It is important to note that no unsolicited proposals will be accepted during this gathering, reinforcing the focus on structured dialogue rather than proposal submission. Overall, this forum represents a strategic initiative by the DLA to engage with the contracting community and enhance support for military operations.
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