SW Michigan PTAC – PTACS of Michigan

SW Michigan PTAC

SW Michigan PTAC

Counties Served: Berrien, Branch, Calhoun, Cass, Kalamazoo, St. Joseph, Van Buren

ptac@upjohn.org

269.385.0470

http://www.michiganworkssouthwest.org/employers/ptac/

	April 2019
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1 DLA Internet Bid Board System or DIBBS Solicitations and Quoting DLA Internet Bid Board System or DIBBS Solicitations and Quoting Starts: 9:00 am Ends: April 1, 2019 - 12:00 pm More details... •	2 Buy American Act & Barry Amendment Buy American Act & Barry Amendment Starts: 2:00 pm Ends: April 2, 2019 - 4:00 pm Location: 300 S Westnedge Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USA Description: Southwest Michigan PTAC 2019 Class Schedule Buy American Act & Barry Amendment If a small business sells products of any kind to the government–including construction materials–it is essential to understand and comply with the Buy American Act, a comprehensive domestic preference statute. Contractors selling certain products to the Department of Defense must also comply with the Berry Amendment, which applies even more stringent preferences in favor of domestic products. In this course, government contracts attorney Steven Koprince will cover the essentials of the Buy American Act and Berry Amendment, including when these statutes apply, how to evaluate potential exceptions, penalties for non-compliance, and much more. More details... •	3 Government Connect at MDEX Government Connect at MDEX Starts: 9:00 am Ends: April 4, 2019 - 4:00 pm Location: Macomb Community College, Sports & Expo Ctr., 14500 Twelve Mile Rd, Warren, MI 48088, USA Description: The Macomb Regional PTAC, in collaboration with the NDIA Michigan Chapter, will work with Government Small Business representatives to identify opportunities at the 10th Annual Michigan Defense Exposition (MDEX). The Macomb Regional PTAC will be taking applications for meetings between qualified suppliers and the government, providing potential solutions to fill requirements, saving time and resources. The Macomb Regional PTAC will manage all Government Connect planning, including the online application process, communication with the applicants, and onsite logistics. To apply, click on the application link below. Applications will be accepted until March, 1, 2019, close of business. Invited Agencies: Selfridge Air National Guard & Navy Confirmed agencies participating: TACOM SBO, DLA Apply at: http://www.center-gateway.com/107000/index.php?EVT=53052 More details... DLA Internet Bid Board System or DIBBS Solicitations and Quoting DLA Internet Bid Board System or DIBBS Solicitations and Quoting Starts: 9:00 am Ends: April 3, 2019 - 12:00 pm Location: Schoolcraft College, 18600 Haggerty Rd, Livonia, MI 48152, USA Description: Allow your company to access more business opportunities! The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) provides automated access to 85% of DLA’s solicitations. These support America’s combat logistics, including nearly 100 percent of consumable items including food, fuel and energy, uniforms, medical supplies, construction and barrier equipment, and more than 85 percent of the military’s spare parts. Get familiar with DIBBS and accelerate your pursuit of new prospects. Participants will be able to: Register their business in Defense Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) Search for solicitations and submit a quote through DIBBS Identify different bid types View and download technical files such as drawings Compete for long-term contract opportunities Who should attend: Company owners and/or decision makers in a stable business for more than two years. Register at: https://ptacofsc.ecenterdirect.com/events/5494 More details... • •	4	5	6	7
8	9 Let's Go FAR - Basics of the Federal Acquisition Regulations - Traverse City Let's Go FAR - Basics of the Federal Acquisition Regulations - Traverse City Starts: 10:00 am Ends: April 9, 2019 - 12:00 pm Location: Traverse City, MI, USA Description: This seminar will provide an overview of the FAR and the basic concepts that federal contractors should know. Questions? suzanne.hartnett@networksnorthwest.org More details... •	10	11 How to Market Your Business to the Federal Government - 401 How to Market Your Business to the Federal Government - 401 Starts: 9:00 am Ends: April 11, 2019 - 12:30 pm Location: Macomb Community College, MTEC, 7900 Tank Avenue, Warren, MI 48092 Description: The U.S. Government is the largest buyer of goods and services. Selling to the federal government can be a rewarding experience, but how do you market your goods and services to them? In this training, you will learn how to market your business to the federal government as well as prime contractors. Topics to be covered: Developing Effective Marketing Materials Resources Networking & People to Know Situation Analysis – SWOT Capabilities Statements A Better Business Card Website and Social Media Platforms Elevator Speech Prerequisites: Introduction to Federal Government Contracting – 101 Federal Market Research - 201 Prospecting for Federal Opportunities - 301 WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Management and key players who will support and facilitate government contracting within your company. No fee to attend, but registration is required. Register at: http://www.center-gateway.com/107000/index.php?EVT=53028 More details... •	12	13	14
15	16	17 Federal Acquisition Regulations, Understanding the Basics - Marquette Federal Acquisition Regulations, Understanding the Basics - Marquette Starts: 9:00 am Ends: April 17, 2019 - 12:00 pm Location: Michigan Works, 400 Quincy St, Hancock, MI 49930, USA Description: April 17, 2019, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm (Check-in is 8:30 am - 9:00 am) Is your business looking to expand? Have you considered selling to the government? Are you currently selling to the government but only to one or two agencies? Are you missing an opportunity to diversify your customer base? The federal government market is worth nearly $100 billion in sales to small businesses each year, but selling to the government is very different than selling to the commercial sector. This class covers the Federal Government’s rulebook for purchasing goods and services. It assists with navigating Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and its supplements, explaining how the FAR applies to you, and using the FAR to your advantage. The workshop will be held at Michigan Works!, Third Floor, 400 Quincy St., Hancock, MI. Questions: contact Don Makowski, don.makowski@networksnorthwest.org or (906) 789-0558, ext. 1311. More details... •	18 Buy American Act Webinar Buy American Act Webinar Starts: 9:00 am Ends: April 18, 2019 - 12:00 pm Description: If a small business sells products of any kind to the government–including construction materials–it is essential to understand and comply with the Buy American Act, a comprehensive domestic preference statute. Contractors selling certain products to the Department of Defense must also comply with the Berry Amendment, which applies even more stringent preferences in favor of domestic products. In this webinar, government contracts attorney Steven Koprince will cover the essentials of the Buy American Act and Berry Amendment, including when these statutes apply, how to evaluate potential exceptions, penalties for non-compliance, and much more. No fee to attend, but registration is required. Register at: http://www.center-gateway.com/107000/index.php?EVT=53161 More details... Government Contracting 101 Government Contracting 101 Starts: 9:00 am Ends: April 18, 2019 - 12:00 pm Location: Schoolcraft College, 18600 Haggerty Rd, Livonia, MI 48152, USA Description: What does it take to become a successful government contractor? What services and resources are available to a small business pursuing the government market? If your company has been considering the field of government contracting, this seminar will give you the insight you need. More details... • •	19	20	21
22	23 U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Inudstry Day and Site Visits U.S. Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) Inudstry Day and Site Visits Starts: 8:30 am Ends: April 23, 2019 - 3:30 pm Location: 2851 University Ave, Green Bay, WI 54311, USA Description: https://www.wispro.org/event/gbvet19/ This unique multi-day event will focus on opportunities for contractors and subcontractors with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in construction, Architectural/Engineering (AE), environmental and related trades for both veteran and non-veteran owned businesses. This will be a great opportunity to meet with VA Contracting and Engineering Staff, US SBA Representatives, Veteran and Non-Veteran / Large and Small business contractors and subcontractors. The program will include: Morning: Federal contracting basics, working with the US Department of Veterans Affairs, discussion of upcoming projects, teaming and partnering Working lunch and afternoon: Veterans Verification process, meetings, networking The April 23 educational conference will be held at the Milo C. Huempfner Community Based Outpatient Clinic, 2851 University Ave, Green Bay, WI 54311. The educational conference will be followed by two days of medical center site visits to learn more about upcoming projects at the Tomah, WI and Iron Mountain, MI facilities. There is no cost but advance registration is REQUIRED to participate in the VA Industry Day and Site Visits. Each attendee must register separately. On-site registration will not be available. Questions: Please contact Cassie Hutzler at cassieh@wispro.org or (414) 270-3600. More details... •	24 SBIR/STTR Proposal Preparation for DoD SBIR/STTR Proposal Preparation for DoD Starts: 9:00 am Ends: April 24, 2019 - 12:00 pm Location: Macomb Community College, MTEC, 7900 Tank Ave., Warren, MI 48092 Description: This Dept. of Defense-focused seminar provides detailed instruction on preparing a proposal to meet the requirements of the DoD, including both technical and commercialization plans, and navigating the submission process. Presented by DoD SBIR/STTR expert, Jerry Hollister, the program will also cover: • SBIR/STTR program basics and up-to-date information on the DoD program • An understanding of the differences between DoD components • Tips on how to identify a topic • The importance of talking to Technical Points of Contact during the pre-release period • Writing to meet the reviewers’ expectations • Common pitfalls and how to avoid them, and more Lunch is included. Registration at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sbirsttr-proposal-prep-for-dod-registration-53023223890?aff=ebdshpsearchautocomplete About BBCetc BBC Entrepreneurial Training & Consulting (BBCetc) is a results-driven entrepreneurial consulting group specializing in helping emerging companies to win SBIR/STTR funding and use it strategically to propel growth. Its Michigan clients have been awarded over $160 million in funding since 2002. Services include training courses and one-on-one consulting in the areas of technology assessment, SBIR/STTR proposal development, commercialization planning, and grants and contracts management. https://www.bbcetc.com/ / 734.930.9741 About the Trainer: Jerry Hollister, Principal Consultant Jerry Hollister is a BBCetc Principal Consultant, joining the company in 2017 with 30 years of leadership experience in government, higher education, non-profit and for-profit enterprises. After earning an engineering degree from the University of Michigan, he served as commissioned Naval Officer in the Civil Engineer Corps and a warranted Contracting Officer for the Dept. of Defense. Prior to joining BBCetc, Jerry was COO for Michigan-based start-up Niowave, a developer of superconducting electron accelerators. Jerry was instrumental in Niowave receiving $20 million in SBIR awards. The company was named the 2010 SBIR/STTR Small Business of the Year by the Dept. of Energy and, in 2016, was honored with the S.B.A.’s Tibbetts Award, which recognizes the best in SBIR achievement. More details... •	25 DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) Training - 201 DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) Training - 201 Starts: 9:00 am Ends: April 25, 2019 - 12:30 pm Location: Macomb Community College, MTEC, 7900 Tank Ave., Warren, MI 48092 Description: Building on what was discussed in DIBBS 101 training, we will take a look at other DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) applications such as how to submit a quote on line, find awards, submit post award request, and discuss packaging and shipping. Prior to attending this training, if you determined your business will need to access technically controlled data packages (drawings), we recommend that you apply for the Joint Certification Program (JCP). If you need assistance with this please contact our office. Topics to be covered: How to submit a Quote in DIBBS How to find Awards How to submit a Post Awards Request (PAR) Unique Procurement Identifiers update Past Performance Informational Retrieval System (PPIRS) DLA Packaging and Shipping Prerequisites: Introduction to Federal Government Contracting – 101 Federal Market Research - 201 DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS) - 101 WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Businesses that have identified DLA as a potential customer during their Market Research, or are already selling to DLA. No fee to attend, but registration is required. Register at: http://www.center-gateway.com/107000/index.php?EVT=53034 More details... •	26	27	28
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