Government Contracting Archives - IN APEX Accelerator https://inapex.org/tag/government-contracting/ Helping Indiana businesses identify, compete for, and win government contracts. Wed, 15 Jul 2026 20:12:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.3 Understanding the CMMC Phase 2 Suspension https://inapex.org/event/understanding-the-cmmc-phase-2-suspension/ Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://inapex.org/event/understanding-the-cmmc-phase-2-suspension/ Project Spectrum presents: Understanding the CMMC Phase 2 Suspension As a result, the Department has paused the planned November 10, 2026, transition to CMMC Phase 2 and placed pending and... read more

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As a result, the Department has paused the planned November 10, 2026, transition to CMMC Phase 2 and placed pending and future CMMC implementation milestones in abeyance until further guidance is issued.

 

Defense contractors across the country are asking us the same three questions:

  • What does this mean for my current contracts?
  • Should I change my cybersecurity plans?
  • Will this affect upcoming bids or future opportunities?

While the Department’s review may shape the future direction of CMMC implementation, organizations should avoid drawing conclusions beyond what has been formally communicated. Existing contractual cybersecurity obligations and ALL Phase 1 requirements—including CMMC Level 1 and Level 2 Self-Assessments—remain firmly in place, and businesses should continue evaluating their responsibilities based on current contracts, solicitations, and official Department guidance.

 

The Department has also provided industry with an opportunity to offer feedback regarding the implementation of CMMC and its impact on the Defense Industrial Base. Organizations with firsthand experience navigating these requirements are encouraged to provide thoughtful, fact-based input that may help inform the Department’s ongoing review.

 

Join us for a special webinar on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET, where Kareem Sykes, Director of Industry & Engagement for Project Spectrum, will break down:

  • What the DoW CIO memorandum actually says—and what it does not say
  • Which cybersecurity and compliance requirements remain firmly in place today
  • The implications for your NIST SP 800-171 compliance efforts, SPRS score, and cybersecurity roadmap
  • What businesses should continue doing during the Department’s review period
  • How organizations can provide meaningful feedback to help inform the Department’s review

Bring your questions—we’ll answer them live.

 

Project Spectrum remains committed to supporting the Defense Industrial Base with no-cost cybersecurity education, self-assessments, training, and practical guidance—helping organizations separate fact from speculation and move forward with confidence.

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]]> 1534 Understanding the CMMC Phase 2 Suspension https://inapex.org/event/understanding-the-cmmc-phase-2-suspension-2/ Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://inapex.org/event/understanding-the-cmmc-phase-2-suspension-2/ Project Spectrum presents: Understanding the CMMC Phase 2 Suspension As a result, the Department has paused the planned November 10, 2026, transition to CMMC Phase 2 and placed pending and... read more

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]]> Project Spectrum presents: Understanding the CMMC Phase 2 Suspension

As a result, the Department has paused the planned November 10, 2026, transition to CMMC Phase 2 and placed pending and future CMMC implementation milestones in abeyance until further guidance is issued.

 

Defense contractors across the country are asking us the same three questions:

  • What does this mean for my current contracts?
  • Should I change my cybersecurity plans?
  • Will this affect upcoming bids or future opportunities?

While the Department’s review may shape the future direction of CMMC implementation, organizations should avoid drawing conclusions beyond what has been formally communicated. Existing contractual cybersecurity obligations and ALL Phase 1 requirements—including CMMC Level 1 and Level 2 Self-Assessments—remain firmly in place, and businesses should continue evaluating their responsibilities based on current contracts, solicitations, and official Department guidance.

 

The Department has also provided industry with an opportunity to offer feedback regarding the implementation of CMMC and its impact on the Defense Industrial Base. Organizations with firsthand experience navigating these requirements are encouraged to provide thoughtful, fact-based input that may help inform the Department’s ongoing review.

 

Join us for a special webinar on Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. ET, where Kareem Sykes, Director of Industry & Engagement for Project Spectrum, will break down:

  • What the DoW CIO memorandum actually says—and what it does not say
  • Which cybersecurity and compliance requirements remain firmly in place today
  • The implications for your NIST SP 800-171 compliance efforts, SPRS score, and cybersecurity roadmap
  • What businesses should continue doing during the Department’s review period
  • How organizations can provide meaningful feedback to help inform the Department’s review

Bring your questions—we’ll answer them live.

 

Project Spectrum remains committed to supporting the Defense Industrial Base with no-cost cybersecurity education, self-assessments, training, and practical guidance—helping organizations separate fact from speculation and move forward with confidence.

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]]> 1535 BUILD, SUSTAIN, STRENGTHEN: DPA TITLE III & INDUSTRIAL BASE ANALYSIS AND SUSTAINMENT(IBAS) IN ACTION https://inapex.org/event/build-sustain-strengthen-dpa-title-iii-industrial-base-analysis-and-sustainmentibas-in-action/ Wed, 29 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0000 https://inapex.org/event/build-sustain-strengthen-dpa-title-iii-industrial-base-analysis-and-sustainmentibas-in-action/ Join APEX Accelerators for a dynamic, fast-paced session led by Elizabeth Adams of the Vermont APEX Accelerator. In this beginner-friendly webinar, we’ll break down two powerful yet often overlooked programs:... read more

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]]> Join APEX Accelerators for a dynamic, fast-paced session led by Elizabeth Adams of the Vermont APEX Accelerator. In this beginner-friendly webinar, we’ll break down two powerful yet often overlooked programs: DPA Title III and IBAS (Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment). These behind-the-scenes tools are actively shaping the nation’s industrial future and they may be more relevant to your organization or region than you realize.

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]]> 1528 How to Get Free Marketing Information from GSA’s Schedule Sales Query Plus (SSQ+) https://inapex.org/event/how-to-get-free-marketing-information-from-gsas-schedule-sales-query-plus-ssq/ Thu, 13 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0000 https://inapex.org/event/how-to-get-free-marketing-information-from-gsas-schedule-sales-query-plus-ssq/ This “How To” presentation provides a step-by-step process for pulling sales information from the GSA Schedule Sales Query Plus (SSQ+) website. We will demonstrate how to export this data to... read more

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]]> This “How To" presentation provides a step-by-step process for pulling sales information from the GSA Schedule Sales Query Plus (SSQ+) website. We will demonstrate how to export this data to Excel for further analysis and use it to identify potential federal agency customers.

 

Presenters:

 Mylethea (Mya) Green works for the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU). Mya was appointed as the GSA Region 5 Procurement Analyst, Small Business Technical Advisor (SBTA) in October 2022. GSA Great Lakes Region 5 covers Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.  Mya supports the Region 5 Acquisition Workforce and serves as a Small Business Advocate for all small businesses. Mya provides small business advocacy through supporting outreach and counseling, prime contracting programs, subcontracting programs, and program and organizational support and training.

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]]> 1526 Marketing Your GSA Schedule https://inapex.org/event/marketing-your-gsa-schedule/ Wed, 15 Jul 2026 15:00:00 +0000 https://inapex.org/event/marketing-your-gsa-schedule/ Join us as we partner with Ohio APEX. In this session it outlines the importance of market research and the tools available to create a targeted, data-backed strategy. We will... read more

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]]> Join us as we partner with Ohio APEX. In this session it outlines the importance of market research and the tools available to create a targeted, data-backed strategy. We will discuss the advantages of being a GSA contract holder and provide specific tips for success.

 

Presenters:

 Mylethea (Mya) Green works for the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU). Mya was appointed as the GSA Region 5 Procurement Analyst, Small Business Technical Advisor (SBTA) in October 2022. GSA Great Lakes Region 5 covers Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.  Mya supports the Region 5 Acquisition Workforce and serves as a Small Business Advocate for all small businesses. Mya provides small business advocacy through supporting outreach and counseling, prime contracting programs, subcontracting programs, and program and organizational support and training.

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]]> 1525 The GSA Schedules Program: What You Need to Know https://inapex.org/event/the-gsa-schedules-program-what-you-need-to-know/ Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:00:00 +0000 https://inapex.org/event/the-gsa-schedules-program-what-you-need-to-know/ This session covers the program’s requirements and provides a comprehensive overview of the schedule.   Presenters:  Mylethea (Mya) Green works for the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), Office of Small... read more

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]]> This session covers the program’s requirements and provides a comprehensive overview of the schedule.

 

Presenters:

 Mylethea (Mya) Green works for the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU). Mya was appointed as the GSA Region 5 Procurement Analyst, Small Business Technical Advisor (SBTA) in October 2022. GSA Great Lakes Region 5 covers Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Ohio, and Wisconsin.  Mya supports the Region 5 Acquisition Workforce and serves as a Small Business Advocate for all small businesses. Mya provides small business advocacy through supporting outreach and counseling, prime contracting programs, subcontracting programs, and program and organizational support and training.

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]]> 1523 NASA OSBP Webinar: Navigating the RFO and NFS Updates https://inapex.org/event/nasa-osbp-webinar-navigating-the-rfo-and-nfs-updates/ Wed, 20 May 2026 17:00:00 +0000 https://inapex.org/event/nasa-osbp-webinar-navigating-the-rfo-and-nfs-updates/ Overview

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]]> 1513 SBA Supplier Matchmaking Expo https://inapex.org/event/sba-supplier-matchmaking-expo/ Fri, 05 Jun 2026 14:00:00 +0000 https://inapex.org/event/sba-supplier-matchmaking-expo/ Join our Michigan APEX Accelerators in Detroit, Michigan Overview

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]]> 1512 Defense Logistics Agency : Training, Knowledge, and Opportunities (TKO) Seminar https://inapex.org/event/defense-logistics-agency-training-knowledge-and-opportunities-tko-seminar/ Tue, 12 May 2026 13:00:00 +0000 https://inapex.org/event/defense-logistics-agency-training-knowledge-and-opportunities-tko-seminar/ The TKO seminar is a course that teaches vendors how to start doing business with DLA Land and Maritime. Vendors learn how to find open solicitations, how to submit a... read more

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]]> The TKO seminar is a course that teaches vendors how to start doing business with DLA Land and Maritime. Vendors learn how to find open solicitations, how to submit a quote through the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS), the procedures for viewing/downloading drawings, and how to use Invoicing, Receipt, Acceptance and Property Transfer (iRAPT) to get paid. There are also many other relevant topics of discussion. This session is free.

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]]> 1510 APEX Live Webinar: Introducing CLEATUS APEX Lite https://inapex.org/event/apex-live-webinar-introducing-cleatus-apex-lite/ Wed, 20 May 2026 16:00:00 +0000 https://inapex.org/event/apex-live-webinar-introducing-cleatus-apex-lite/ Join us for an exclusive walkthrough of CLEATUS APEX Lite, a new plan offered free of charge to APEX clients. Built for small businesses navigating the federal and SLED marketplace,... read more

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]]> Join us for an exclusive walkthrough of CLEATUS APEX Lite, a new plan offered free of charge to APEX clients. Built for small businesses navigating the federal and SLED marketplace, Lite gives you the core CLEATUS toolkit — without the price tag. 

 

In this session we’ll cover:

• How APEX clients can activate Lite at no cost

• A live demo of contract discovery, AI chat, and the Document Hub

• How to graduate to Essential when you’re ready for unlimited pursuits, AI Proposal Writer, GSA/eBuy and SeaPort NxG integrations, Zapier, and priority support

• Live Q&A with the CLEATUS team

 

This webinar presented by CLEATUS, an AI-powered platform that uses data from multiple government contracting resources to help businesses win government contracts more efficiently and strategically. CLEATUS streamlines the entire government contracting process by identifying relevant opportunities, analyzing solicitations, and delivering actionable insights that guide smarter bid/no-bid decisions. Built for both new and experienced contractors, CLEATUS acts as a virtual capture assistant—reducing time spent on research, improving proposal readiness, and helping clients effortlessly discover opportunities, craft winning proposals, and stay ahead of the competition in government contracting.

 

Register: APEX Live Webinar: Introducing CLEATUS APEX Lite — Free for APEX Clients

 

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