Government contracting
Government Contracting Events
Conferences, matchmaking events, GSA training sessions, and SBA certification webinars to help your business pursue and win federal contracts.
General Small BusinessVirtual
SBA Federal Contracting Certifications Overview
March 31, 2026
Online
10:00 – 11:00 AM AST
SBA
Free SBA overview of all federal contracting certification programs and how they help businesses access set-aside contracts.
All Small BusinessesWOSB8(a)HUBZoneVOSB
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Women Owned Small Business (WOSB) Certification 101
March 31, 2026
Online
9:00 – 10:00 AM EDT
SBA
Free SBA webinar covering the WOSB certification process and program benefits. Essential if you're considering or starting the application.
WOSBWomen Entrepreneurs
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Intro to Federal Contracting for Small Business Owners
April 2, 2026
Online
5:00 – 7:00 PM ET
NCMBC
Perfect for businesses new to government contracting. Covers the basics of meeting federal requirements and competing for contracts.
BeginnersAll Small Businesses
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GSA Office Hours — MAS vs. OASIS+: Finding the Best Fit
April 2, 2026
Online
1:00 – 2:00 PM ET
GSA PSHC
Free office hours discussing the differences between MAS and OASIS+ contract vehicles and which is the best fit for your business.
GSA Schedule HoldersProfessional Services
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DOE / SLAC Small Business Opportunity Day
April 2, 2026
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory, Menlo Park, CA
8:30 AM – 2:00 PM PT
DOE / SLAC
Connect directly with the SLAC Procurement Team and discover contracting opportunities at this Department of Energy national laboratory.
DOE ContractorsSmall BusinessesNational Labs
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WOSB Program with SBA Resource Partners
April 7, 2026
Online
1:00 – 2:00 PM CDT
SBA Resource Partners
Learn how to access billions in contracts set aside for women-owned businesses. Includes free consulting with SBA Resource Partners.
WOSBWomen Business Owners
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CMMC Level 1 Implementation Workshop
April 7 – 30, 2026
Check NCMBC for details
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (multi-session)
NCMBC
Hands-on guidance through all 15 CMMC Level 1 security practices, including self-assessment and executive affirmation. Essential for businesses in the defense supply chain.
Defense ContractorsITDoD Supply Chain
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NASA KSC Virtual Outreach (FloridaMakes)
April 7, 2026
Online
10:30 – 11:30 AM ET
NASA OSBP / FloridaMakes
Free virtual session connecting small businesses with NASA Kennedy Space Center procurement information and networking opportunities.
NASA ContractorsManufacturersSmall Businesses
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Washington, D.C. Small Business Expo 2026
April 8, 2026
Charles E. Smith Center, 600 22nd St NW, Washington, DC
9:30 AM – 5:00 PM ET
Small Business Expo
Workshops, speed networking, and matchmaking with federal agencies and prime contractors — all in one day.
All Certifications8(a)WOSBVOSBHUBZone
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SBA Certifications Webinar — All Four Programs
April 8, 2026
Online
Varies — check registration
SBA
Covers eligibility criteria and application tips for all four major SBA certification programs — 8(a), HUBZone, WOSB, and VetCert — in one session.
All Certification Candidates8(a)HUBZoneWOSBVOSB
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NVSBC DC Metro Engagement Dinner & Training Academy
April 8, 2026
DC Metro Area
Evening — check NVSBC for details
NVSBC
Combines dining, training, and networking focused on federal contracting business development for veteran-owned businesses.
VOSBSDVOSBVeterans
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DOE Bridging Partnerships Small Business Symposium
April 8 – 9, 2026
Three Rivers Convention Center, Kennewick, WA
Full days
DOE
19th annual event connecting businesses with DOE, government agencies, and prime contractors. Features matchmaking, proposal writing sessions, and DOE strategic sourcing.
DOE ContractorsEnergy SectorSmall Businesses
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From FAR Overhaul to GSA: Changes in Cybersecurity Regulations
April 9, 2026
Online
TBD — check GovConWire
GovConWire
Panel covering major FAR updates, evolving CMMC expectations, and increasing cybersecurity alignment across civilian agencies.
IT ContractorsDefenseGSA Schedule
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AITalks 2026
April 14, 2026
Washington, DC
Full day
AITalks
Top government leaders and tech innovators explore AI's transformative potential in the public sector. Microsoft is a Diamond sponsor.
AI / Tech ContractorsITGovernment
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GSA FAST Virtual Acquisition Summit FY26
April 14 – 15, 2026
Online
9:00 AM – 3:00 PM ET (both days)
GSA
Covers the FAR Overhaul, MAS ordering updates, and AI in acquisition planning. The most important GSA event this quarter.
All Gov ContractorsGSA ScheduleIT
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Southeast Federal Construction, Infrastructure & Environmental Summit
April 14 – 16, 2026
Wilmington Convention Center, Wilmington, NC
Full days
NCMBC
The premier federal construction event in the Southeast. Covers future project pipeline, acquisition strategy, and compliance for military and federal construction projects.
ConstructionInfrastructureEnvironmentalDefense
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CyberScape: The Federal Cybersecurity Summit
April 16, 2026
Renaissance Arlington Capital View, Arlington, VA
8:00 AM – 3:30 PM ET
GovCIO Media
Full-day summit on AI in cyber defense, critical infrastructure, zero trust, and supply chain resilience. Earn up to 5 CPE credits.
Cybersecurity ContractorsZero TrustSupply Chain
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Sea-Air-Space 2026
April 19 – 22, 2026
Gaylord National Resort, National Harbor, MD
Full days (STEM Expo Apr 19, Main Event Apr 20–22)
Navy League
Largest maritime defense expo in North America with 400+ exhibitors. Navy SBIR Transition Program hosting a small business showcase booth.
Defense ContractorsIT / CybersecurityVOSBMaritime
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SANS AI Cybersecurity Summit 2026
April 20 – 21, 2026
Hilton Arlington Rosslyn, Arlington, VA
9:00 AM ET (both days)
SANS Institute
Explore AI in offensive and defensive cybersecurity. Live online summit is free. In-person includes hands-on workshops and GIAC certifications.
CybersecurityAI / MLIT Professionals
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GSA VETS 2 DPA Training
April 21, 2026
Online
2:00 – 3:00 PM ET
GSA
Free GSA training for the VETS 2 Government-Wide Acquisition Contract — the IT services vehicle supporting veteran-owned businesses.
VOSB / SDVOSBIT Contractors
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POC Digital Transformation Summit
April 22, 2026
Hilton McLean, Northern Virginia
7:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Potomac Officers Club
Keynote from the Department of Defense CIO on technology investments from AI to zero trust. Major networking with government tech leaders and industry executives.
IT ContractorsDefenseCivilian
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Government Contracts & Market Intel
April 22, 2026
Online
10:00 – 11:00 AM EDT
VBOC NY/NJ
Learn to use EZGovOpps for opportunity research and competitor analysis, plus TFN Lending's specialized financing for government contractors.
VOSBVeteransAll Small Businesses
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Modern Day Marine 2026
April 28 – 30, 2026
Walter E. Washington Convention Center, Washington, DC
Full days
Marine Military Expos
350+ exhibitors across 84,000 sq ft. The largest military equipment and technology expo exclusively targeted to Marines and the DoD.
Defense ContractorsVOSB / SDVOSBITMarine Corps
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Is MAS a Good Fit for Your Company?
April 30, 2026
Online
10:00 – 11:30 AM ET
GSA
Free GSA session to help you evaluate whether a Multiple Award Schedule contract is the right path for your business.
New to GSAAll Small Businesses
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