May 15: Maine Matchmaker Event

Maine’s Meet the Buyer Matchmaking Event takes place on May 15 at the Augusta Civic Center, bringing together municipal, state, and federal agencies, prime contractors, and small businesses for a full day of targeted networking. Designed in a “speed dating” format, the event offers eight-minute meetings that help buyers quickly learn about the products and services offered by Maine-based suppliers. This event is an opportunity to expand your vendor network, strengthen supply chain connections, and discover new procurement resources. Learn More and Register >>

May 22: SBIR/STTR Town Hall: Understanding the Latest in Data Rights

Join the Office of the Secretary of Defense Intellectual Property Cadre for a virtual SBIR/STTR Town Hall on May 22 at 11 a.m. ET. This session is open to government and industry professionals. It will offer an in-depth look at the evolving landscape of SBIR/STTR data rights and the latest Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS) regulatory updates. A live Q&A will follow the presentation. Register Here >>

June 26: DoD OSBP Workforce Awards Event (virtual)

While we are unable to gather in person for the awards celebration this year, the importance of honoring the exceptional contributions of the Department's small business professionals and members of the acquisition community that influence small business participation in defense procurements remains unchanged. Their work has had a meaningful impact, and this virtual celebration ensures we take the time to recognize their dedication and leadership.

Honorees:

• Vanguard Nominees and Winners for FY24
• DAU Small Business Professional Credential Recipients

About:

• Date: Thursday, June 26, 2025
• Time: 11:00 a.m. - 1 p.m.
• Location: Online
• Registration: Required and information will be shared soon
• Cost: Free

This event will include the 11th annual DoD Small Business Vanguard Awards Program that honors members of our community whose work sustains and improves the health of the defense industrial base. The nominees selected for the awards demonstrated excellence and significantly contributed to the small business mission during FY24.
 
As part of this year's workforce awards event, we are also recognizing those who have earned the DAU Small Business Professional Credential by successfully completing courses in baseline business processes, tools, legislation, policies, and procedures, including small business and other targeted programs.
 
We are planning a dynamic virtual experience designed to celebrate our honorees in new and creative ways. Stay tuned to learn more about how you and our community will be invited to come together-no matter where we are-to mark our colleague's contributions at the 2025 DoD OSBP Workforce Awards Event.

Also visit our Events Calendar to view a curated list of events and conferences that provide small businesses with the opportunity to learn about DoD requirements and contracting opportunities.