@VAVetBiz NEWS
An official publication of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization
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Thank you for subscribing to @VAVetBiz NEWS, the quarterly newsletter for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU).
We refreshed our look to strengthen our commitment to offer you quick access to the latest news, information, and resources relevant to the Veteran small business community. We encourage you to tell us what you think and welcome your feedback at osdbu@va.gov. To learn more about VA OSDBU, visit www.va.gov/osdbu.
We look forward to continuing to serve you.
IN THIS ISSUE:
UPCOMING EVENTS
WHAT’S NEW WITH VA OSDBU
VETS FIRST VERIFICATION PROGRAM UPDATE
EDUCATION AND TRAINING RESOURCES
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Upcoming Events
2018 NVSBE Joins With SAME for a Co-located Event in New Orleans
Did you know? Over the next two years, VA will spend more than $5.9 Billion in Construction-related projects? The 2018 National Veterans Small Business Engagement (NVSBE) will be VA's first Targeted Industry Engagement (TIE) to ‘tie’ procurement-ready Veteran-Owned Small Businesses to Buyers with Construction-related opportunities. As a special bonus, NVSBE is co-located with the Society of American Military Engineers (SAME) Small Business Conference featuring two major—but separate—events to maximize engagement between Buyers and Veteran Suppliers. Join us October 31–November 2, 2018, in New Orleans, Louisiana. See you in the Big Easy! Register and learn more.
Webinars: Success at NVSBE
NVSBE remains the most effective way to directly connect with potential Buyers in the federal and commercial markets. The Engagement also provides Veteran-owned and other small businesses the ability to interface with other large and small businesses to discuss projects, partnering opportunities, and more. Register to take part in the Success at NVSBE webinar training series to gain insights on how to maximize your engagement with Buyers at #NVSBE2018.
National Veterans Small Business Week
National Veterans Small Business Week, November 5–9, 2018, is led by the U.S. Small Business Administration to celebrate Veterans and Servicemembers who have made outstanding achievements through entrepreneurship and business ownership. Stay tuned for more information on VA OSDBU participation in this week-long recognition and targeted training event. Join the online conversation using #VetBiz.
VA OSDBU Events Calendar
If you are interested in connecting with small business specialists, access the VA OSDBU Events Calendar for a list of upcoming seminars, workshops, and meetings. Attend local and/or national events to learn how to do business with VA, other federal government agencies, and commercial companies.
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What’s New With VA OSDBU
Facebook Live—Virtual Fireside Chat With VA OSDBU and SAME
On August 30, 2018, VA OSDBU and SAME executive leadership joined in a candid conversation on the impact of small businesses in Construction-related industries. Both organizations are working together to leverage and position opportunities for small businesses in these industries. Watch, like, and share the VA OSDBU Facebook Live Virtual Fireside Chat—anytime.
Tiered Evaluations—Straight Talk, Straight Answers
To engage and inform the Veteran small business community, VA OSDBU hosted a Straight Talk, Straight Answers Town Hall webinar on Tiered Evaluations (also referred to as Cascading)—highlighting the procurement techniques and strategies which provide contracting officers the option to divide the evaluation of offers into tiers based on the socioeconomic status of the offeror.
FY 2018–2020 Forecast of Medical Services Contract Opportunities
Review the Department’s best estimate of Medical Services contract opportunities during FY 2018–2020—published for planning purposes only and does not represent an invitation for bids, a request for proposals, or a commitment by VA to purchase products or services.
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