DAU Cyber Solutions: CMMC 101 – A walk-through of the DoD CIO’s Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program

Join DAU for the first of many official discussions on the DoD CIO’s CMMC Program. They will take you through the CMMC program requirements at the “101” level where you will gain an understanding of how CMMC will affect DoD acquisitions. This series will include speakers from the DoD CMMC Program Management Office, which will be your guide.  

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Updates on Cybersecurity Requirements for Government Contractors

Part of the Biden Administration’s push to enhance U.S. cybersecurity capabilities has focused on imposing new requirements on government contractors. The 2023 National Cybersecurity Strategy suggested, for example, that “[c]ontracting requirements for vendors that sell to the federal government have been an effective tool for improving cybersecurity.” Efforts to add new mandates for government contractors continued at pace over the past year, including on secure software development and cyber incident reporting.

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Intro to Government Contracting

Date: Jan. 14, 2024

Time: 1:00 PM

Location: Gateway Community College, SBDC Office, 108 N. 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85034

This in-person workshop is designed for small business owners who are new to government contracting. We’ll address common questions like:

• What is government contracting?
• Does the government buy from small businesses?
• What types of products and services does the government purchase?
• Is your business ready to pursue government contracts?

This training is required for all new Arizona APEX clients. Don’t miss this opportunity to build your foundation for success in the government marketplace!

Webinar 3: FAR Clauses Every Construction Contractor Should Know

Date: Jan. 30, 2024

Time: 12:00 - 1:30 PM

About the webinar: Any federal government contractor can tell you that getting the contract award is only the beginning. The FAR imposes a whole host of obligations on the contractor, which govern how the contractor should perform, how it should handle changes to the contract, and how it may seek compensation or resolve a dispute with the agency relating to those changes. In the construction context in particular - where changes and delays are inevitable - understanding these provisions can make all the difference between a successful project, and a disaster. A contractor who truly understands the FAR, and the obligations it imposes, can often avoid conflict with the agency, and resolve disputes before they get out of control. In this webinar, experienced government contracting attorney Maria Panichelli will discuss common issues relating to the “Changes” clause, defective specifications, differing site conditions, delays, and more. Attendees will learn how to effectively communicate with agency personnel to avoid escalation of dispute, how to fulfill notice requirements, and how to preserve claim rights. Common government defenses, and how to anticipate and avoid them, will also be covered.

Get Ready for Construction Season with SBA Contract Bonding Basics

Date: Jan. 22, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM

Location: Webinar

SBA’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program can help your business obtain bonding for projects up to $14 million! Join experts from the SBA Bonding Program to learn how they can help if your business has:

· Limited or no contracting experience,

· Difficulty qualifying for bonding, or

· The desire to increase current bond limits.

The SBA’s presentation will include an overview of contract bonds - what they are and what you need to know to qualify - and how SBA’s Surety Bond Guarantee Program can open doors to bonding for your small business by reducing barriers to increase your contracting opportunities.

INDUSTRY DAY: IRON KING MINE-HUMBOLDT SMELTER (IKM-HS)Environmental Remediation, Construction and Engineering Services in Dewey-Humboldt, AZ EPA Superfund Site

Date: Jan. 28, 2025

Time: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Place: Gateway Community College, Copper Room, 108 N. 40th Street, Phoenix, AZ

If you are interested in participating in the meeting, please send your RSVP to Roger Minami at kinya.r.minami@usace.army.mil. Please let SPL know of your interest in attending ASAP, seating is limited. Contracting POC is Tezra Hamilton and Rubyann Prout, send contracting questions to Tezra Hamilton and RubyAnn Prout) at rubyann.prout@usace.army.mil; tezra.hamilton@usace.army.mil. Note, the Government will not reimburse industry day participants for any costs in attending the event or preparing materials before the event

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Los Angeles District (SPL) has an announcement regarding a new project consisting of: (Remedial Design) (Environmental Remediation) and (Remedial Action Construction) at the Iron King Mine–Humboldt Smelter (IKM-HS) Superfund Site at Dewey-Humboldt, AZ.

Unlocking Opportunities with the U.S. Army ERDC: Arizona APEX

Date: Feb. 4, 2025

Time: 10:00 AM

Place: Webinar

ERDCWERX, an innovation hub of DEFENSEWERX, provides a streamlined path to collaboration and contracting with the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC). Our events, tech challenges, and other opportunities make it easier and faster for innovators to propose solutions for consideration by ERDC. As a result of our partnership with ERDC, a growing number of contracts and agreements are being awarded to industry and academia.

During this session, you’ll learn about:

· U.S. Army ERDC and its focus areas

· Tech Challenges, Other Transaction Authorities (OTAs), Commercial Solutions Openings (CSOs), and other opportunities for industry and academia to collaborate with ERDC

· Licensing ERDC technology

· Ways to receive project announcements

For more information, visit www.ERDCWERX.org and www.ERDCinnovation.org.

Tucson Navy Week - "Doing Business with the Navy & Marine Corps"

Date: Feb. 20, 2025

Time: 9 AM - 2:00 PM

Place: Casino Del Sol

5655 W Valencia Rd, Tucson, AZ 85757

This event will feature representatives from the Arizona APEX Accelerator, American Indian Chamber Education Fund APEX Accelerator, U.S. Small Business Administration, Fort Huachuca, Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection offering opportunities to connect and learn more about the programs and services offered to accelerate success in doing business with the DON and Marine Corps.

Highlights include:

• Keynote by Department of the Navy OSBP Chief of Staff Patrice Jones
• Programs' Achievements and Goals
• The DON OSBP Mentor-Protégé Program
• Preparing for the DON procurement process
• Resources and assistance to help small businesses