Our live trainings, offer dynamic and interactive learning experiences designed to equip you with practical skills and actionable knowledge in real time. These sessions provide the opportunity to engage directly with APEX staff and industry experts, ask questions, and participate in discussions that deepen your understanding of government contracting topics. We hold most of our trainings online to offer maximum convenience, allowing participants to easily access valuable content without the need for travel.
DoD’s Mentor-Protégé Program is the oldest continuously operating federal mentor-protégé program in existence. Originally established in the midst of the First Gulf War, the MPP helps eligible small businesses expand their footprint in the defense industrial base. Under the MPP, small businesses are partnered with larger companies. In the past five years, DoD’s MPP has successfully helped more than 190 small businesses fill unique niches and become part of the military’s supply chain.
Many mentors have made the MPP an integral part of their sourcing plans. Protégés have used their involvement in the MPP to develop technical capabilities. Successful mentor-protégé agreements provide a winning relationship for the protégé, the mentor and the DoD. Join us to learn more about this program.
Offered in partnership with the U. S. Department of Defense (DoD) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP).
Achieving CMMC compliance can seem overwhelming, but a structured roadmap can simplify the process. This session will provide a clear, step-by-step approach to preparing for certification, including gap assessments, documentation, security controls , and key deadlines, so your business is ready when CMMC requirements become mandatory.
Join us as we share information about Project Spectrum, a cybersecurity initiative supported by the Department of Defense. Small businesses who are working with, or desire to work with, the Department of Defense should attend this webinar. Participants will learn what Project Spectrum is and how to utilize Project Spectrum services.
This webinar will be presented by a Project Spectrum cybersecurity expert.
Offered in partnership with the U. S. Department of Defense (DoD) Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP).
Your local APEX Accelerator and the National APEX Accelerator Alliance (NAPEX) are excited to announce the upcoming DCAA Pricing Series. Part 1 of the Pricing Series includes Elements of an Adequate Proposal and Cost and Price Analysis for Small Business.
Proposals are contractor prepared packages made in response to government solicitations and include the contractor’s budgeted costs for the projected period of performance of the solicitation. Join experts from DCAA as they discuss the requirements of these proposal packages set forth in FAR Part 15 and DFARS 252.215-7009. The training will walk participants through all the proposal cost elements, including direct labor, material, subcontracts, ODCs, and indirect rates. The DCAA will also discuss how the agency determines the adequacy of your proposal submission. Additionally, the DCAA will provide examples of budgeting practices using historical data considerations, examples of adequacy non-compliances, and regulatory resources to assist with proposal development.
Partnering with large institutions like the University of Tennessee and the Tennessee Board of Regents can feel overwhelming. This session offers valuable insights into their organizational structure, procurement needs, and purchasing policies. Join us to gain practical knowledge on how to navigate their procurement processes and explore potential business opportunities with these two entities.
Many small businesses worry about the costs of CMMC compliance, but smart budgeting and effective scoping strategies can help minimize expenses. This session will break down CMMC-related costs, provide budgeting tips, and explain how enclaving and scoping can significantly reduce compliance burdens.
Sponsored by: The Core Solution
Expanding from federal contracting into the State, Local, and Education (SLED) market presents a significant growth opportunity for government contractors. While the federal space offers large, long-term contracts, the SLED market provides a steady stream of opportunities with shorter sales cycles, less competition (in some cases), and a more relationship-driven procurement process. However, success in SLED requires a different approach - understanding decentralized buying habits, navigating procurement rules, and building strong local partnerships. For contractors looking to have multiple streams of revenue and reduce reliance on federal funding, mastering the SLED market can be a strategic move toward long-term stability and growth.
Your local APEX Accelerator and the National APEX Accelerator Alliance (NAPEX) are excited to announce the upcoming DCAA Pricing Series. Part 2 of the Pricing Series includes Indirect Costs and Rates and Monitoring Subcontracts.
Not sure how to build your indirect rates? Experts from DCAA will define direct versus indirect costs, what general indirect rate structures look like, and the relationship between indirect pools and bases. Additionally, the DCAA will discuss the life cycle of indirect rates, then build example indirect rates using the four-step method in allocating indirect costs to Government Contracts.
Confused about what your requirements as a prime contractor are when it comes to your selection and oversite of your subcontracts? The DCAA will provide information about navigating through the world of subcontracting. Discussion will include the documentation of subcontract selections, subcontracting requirements, and the responsibilities of a prime contractor. Additionally, the DCAA will highlight the importance of monitoring subcontracts, what information is required when submitting your annual incurred cost submission, as well as what the subcontractor will need to provide to the prime contractor.
***You will need to have a CAGE code to register.***
Speaker: Katelyn Rigle, DCAA Financial Liaison Advisor (FLA) Non-DoD and Small Business
Cost Reimbursable Requirements Series - Part 1
Your local APEX Accelerator and the National APEX Accelerator Alliance (NAPEX) announce the upcoming DCAA Cost Reimbursable Requirements Series, including Accounting System Requirements and Real Time Labor Evaluations.
Prior to being awarded a cost reimbursable contract, federal government contractors need to ensure their accounting system is adequate for determining costs applicable to federal contracts. This is accomplished when DCAA conducts a Pre-Award Accounting System Audit at the request of a federal agency. Experts from DCAA will discuss the federal regulations that define an acceptable accounting system, evaluate the minimum requirements of the SF 1408 criteria, and how small businesses can prepare for this type of audit. This training will differentiate between direct versus indirect costs, define total contract costs, provide an overview of indirect allocation bases, and explain how FAR Part 31 clauses describe allowability, allocability, and reasonableness.
We will also discuss real-time Labor Evaluations in depth.
***You will need to have a CAGE code to register for this webinar.***
Speaker: Katelyn Rigle, DCAA Financial Liaison Advisor (FLA), Non-DoD and Small Business
Your local APEX Accelerator and the National APEX Accelerator Alliance (NAPEX) are excited to announce the upcoming Small Business Administration (SBA) webinar on the SBA Bonding Program.
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.
LOCATION: TSU Avon Williams Campus - 330 10th Ave N, Nashville, TN, 37203
Join us for BizGov Connect, an engaging and dynamic networking event designed to bring businesses and government agencies together.
This unique opportunity offers businesses the chance to connect directly with industry leaders and contracting agencies through focused, 15-minute discussions.
Whether you’re looking to secure your first government contract or expand your portfolio, BizGov Connect is your fast track to building the right relationships and gaining valuable insights into government contracting opportunities.