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August 5^th – DLA Bid Board System (DIBBS)

9 – 10 a.m. Central Time

DoD’s Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) operates the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS), a web-based application providing capability to search for, view, and submit secure quotes on Requests For Quotations (RFQs) for DLA items of supply. DIBBS also allows users to search and view Request For Proposals (RFPs), Invitations For Bid (IFBs), Awards, and other procurement information related to DLA.

Registration:  Webinar Registration – Zoom

We are pleased to invite you to the Summer 2025 Small Business Webinar Training Series hosted by DoD Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP) and APEX Accelerators. This series is designed to provide valuable insights for small business owners, acquisition professionals, and other stakeholders engaged in government contracting.

Summer Series Schedule and Topics:

• DoD Mentor-Protégé Program
  • Date: July 14 at 11 a.m. ET
  • Register Here:   https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/WcCmTgGVTlyVWr-MOX90LA
  • Short Link: https://bit.ly/mppjuly14
• APEX Accelerators (new!)
  • Date: July 31 at 11 a.m. ET
  • Register Here: https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/vgWwA1SmSxua_iEstDkA1Q
  • Short Link: https://bit.ly/apexjuly31
• Project Spectrum
  • Date: August 18 at 11:30 a.m. ET
  • Register Here:  https://www.zoomgov.com/meeting/register/QCR3E6F2RsaosbdeGBqViA
  • Short Link: https://bit.ly/psaug18

These sessions are an excellent opportunity to deepen your understanding of essential DoD programs and initiatives. Each webinar will cover critical information to help navigate government contracting and support business growth.

Neil McDonnell 

How to Register in NSWCDD's Small Business Supplier Portal

Step 1: Get Started (click image below) 

Go to the registration form to begin.

Step 2: Add Your Company Name, CAGE, and UEI 

Step 3: Select All Business Types That Apply to You 

Step 4: Add Your Primary and Additional NAICS Codes 

Step 5: Provide a Capabilities Narrative 

Step 6: Are You a SeaPort NxG Prime Contractor 

Step 7: Tell Them You Heard About It from Neil McDonnell 

Step 8: Enter Confirmation Code and Submit Registration 

Step 9: You Should See a Confirmation Page 

Tuesday, July 17, 2025

Registration is now open for the VHA Procurement & Logistics Office (P&LO) Regional Program (RPO) West (NCO 21) Quarterly Virtual Business Opportunity Session in collaboration with the VA OSDBU Direct Access Program.  This event will be held Tuesday, July 17, 2025, from 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM ET.

Click the link to register: https://veteransaffairs.webex.com/weblink/register/rd1de299c2019f0bdc0ce337120ff8cb1

Federal Socio-Economic Classifications VHA is seeking small businesses associated with the following socioeconomic statuses. • Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB)
 • Veteran-Owned Small Business (VOSB) • 8(a)
 • Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB)
 • Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) 
 • Historically Underutilized Business Zones (HUBZone’s)

Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence (FOCI)

Foreign investment can play an important role in maintaining the vitality of the U.S. industrial base. Therefore, it’s the policy of the U.S. Government to allow foreign investment consistent with the national security interest of the United States. A company is considered to be operating under FOCI whenever a foreign interest has the power, direct or indirect, whether or not exercised, and whether or not exercisable, to direct or decide matters affecting the management or operations of that company in a manner which may result in unauthorized access to classified information or may adversely affect the performance of classified contracts.

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Small Business Programs

HUBZONE Program: What You Need to Know

Small Disadvantaged Business Program: What You Need to Know

Woman-Owned Small Business Program: What You Need To Know

Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business Program: What You Need to Know