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• Monthly TGIC Meeting

  • Start
    11 Jul 2024
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  • End
    12 Mar 2026
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  • Schedule
    21 sessions
  • Location
    Q.E.D. Systems Inc., 5700 Ward Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

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  The TGIC Executive Committee meets at 8:00 A.M. the second Thursday of each month. All TASC members and interested government personnel are encouraged to attend. 

  If you wish to invite someone to attend please ask them to register at:

  https://tasc-tgic.org/event-5773965

  The Tidewater Government Industry Council (TGIC) is pleased to host its next meeting virtually on Microsoft Teams and now in person at Q.E.D. Systems Inc., 5700 Ward Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23455.

  During the meeting, if you are using Teams please mute your microphone when you are not speaking in order to reduce background noise.

  If you don't already have Microsoft Teams installed - it is recommended that you download and install either the desktop or mobile version of the application prior to the meeting

  https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/microsoft-365/microsoft-teams/download-app

  NOTE for our NMCI users --- You may need to cut and paste the meeting link into your browser and remove the NoClick text that is inserted by NMCI's link filtering in order to connect to the meeting.

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  In-Person meeting

  Q.E.D. Systems Inc. 5700 Ward Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23455

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  Microsoft Teams meeting

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  Meeting ID: 992 561 882 419

  Passcode: Uk3on75U

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  +1 703-377-0000,,310452831# United States, McLean

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  Phone conference ID: 310 452 831#

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• SBA: MySBA Certification Training ~ Preparing for MySBA Certification

  • When
    04 Sep 2025
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    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: SBA

  What: MySBA Certification Training ~ Preparing for MySBA Certification

  This webinar will include a brief overview of MySBA certification benefits, basic eligibility criteria, steps to prepare for the application (i.e. account creation/login, SAM registration, document checklist), and walk thru of the application. See if your business qualifies for certification and learn how to apply.

  When: September 4, 2025, 2-3pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.sba.gov/event/72406

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• SBA: Made to Grow: Cybersecurity Training for Manufacturers

  • When
    09 Sep 2025
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    9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: SBA

  What: Made to Grow: Cybersecurity Training for Manufacturers

  Join us for a free virtual workshop to learn more about the federal resources available to help protect your company against cyber-attacks. The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), U.S. Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS) will be on hand to provide training on Cybersecurity and Counterintelligence, specifically for manufacturers and exporters.

  Cyber and insider threats pose significant risks to organizations, networks, and critical infrastructure. Cyber threats involve malicious activities that compromise the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of systems and data, often executed by external actors but sometimes involving insiders who exploit their access. The insider threat refers to the potential for individuals with authorized access to harm their organization, either intentionally or unintentionally. These threats are significant concerns for both cybersecurity and counterintelligence.

  In this training, participants will receive valuable insights from Federal agencies responsible for cybersecurity and counterintelligence initiatives. These initiatives focus on addressing advanced threat actors and managing the evolving threat landscape. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage with our presenters by asking questions and discussing concerns related to cyber and insider threats. Our presenters will share effective strategies for asset protection and threat mitigation.

  When: September 9, 2025, 9:30-11am

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://events.gcc.teams.microsoft.com/event/6f211d45-c6bd-471c-a14b-f7d75a39501e@3c89fd8a-7f68-4667-aa15-41ebf2208961

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• SBA: MySBA Certification Training ~ Mentor Protege & Empower to Grow Programs

  • When
    09 Sep 2025
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    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: SBA

  What: MySBA Certification Training ~ Mentor Protege & Empower to Grow Programs

  This webinar will educate small business owners on the Mentor-Protégé program (MPP). Presenters will discuss program eligibility, benefits, and how to apply. Participants will also learn about the complimentary business courses, tailored training and one-on-one consulting available under the Empower to Grow program.

  When: September 9, 2025, 2-3pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.sba.gov/event/72420

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• TASC/TGIC Training: Understanding Your New CMMC Contract Requirements

  • When
    11 Sep 2025
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    9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
  • Location
    Virtually and QED Systems
  • Spaces left
    61

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  Who: Tidewater Association of Service Contractors (TASC) and Tidewater Government Industry Council (TGIC)

  What: TASC/TGIC Training Event: Understanding Your New CMMC Contract Requirements

  Koren Wise is Lead Assessor and owner of Wise Technical Innovations, an authorized C3PAO in Hampton Roads. She will be providing training on the new CMMC contract requirements, including CMMC levels, types of assessments, timelines, preparing for an assessment and much more!

  Training will also have a Q&A section.

  When: September 11, 2025, 9:30-11:00am

  Where: Microsoft Teams and Q.E.D. Systems Inc., 5700 Ward Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23455.

  Dial-In Information (Microsoft Teams): 

  Join the meeting now

  Meeting ID: 992 174 343 071

  Passcode: hE6q9qf6

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  +1 703-377-0000,,870385807# United States, McLean

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  Phone conference ID: 870 385 807#

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• SBA: MySBA Certification Training ~ Certification Eligibility Requirements

  • When
    11 Sep 2025
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    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: SBA

  What: MySBA Certification Training ~ Certification Eligibility Requirements

  This webinar will provide education on the regulatory requirements for MySBA certification programs, review the respective governing documents and common disqualifiers. Topics may include, but not be limited to: Veteran validation, third-party certification, social-disadvantaged narratives, HUBZone calculations, etc.

  When: September 11, 2025, 2-3pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.sba.gov/event/72409

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• AFCEA Hampton Roads - Annual Golf STEM Classic

  • When
    18 Sep 2025
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    12:00 PM
  • Location
    Sewell's Point Golf Course, Norfolk

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: AFCEA Hampton Roads

  What: Annual Golf STEM Classic

  When: 18 September 2025, 12pm

  Where: Sewell's Point Golf Course, Norfolk 

  Details and Registration: https://hamptonroads.afceachapters.org/Upcoming-Events 

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• APEX: Creating Winning Proposals

  • When
    18 Sep 2025
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    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: APEX Accelerator and SW Virginia Community College 

  What: Creating Winning Proposals

  Suppose you’re scrolling through the various government sites such as SAM.gov and you see an enticing government announcement for vendors to place bids.

  Winning a bid on a government contract can be a new beginning for your business. However, to win this bid, you must place a near-perfect proposal.

  A winning proposal is more than just words on paper.

  For instance, one successful bid will most likely improve your business’s chances of being considered for future government opportunities.

  But what does it take to write a contract proposal? How can you write a contract proposal that is compliant, meets all the specific requirements, and distinguishes your company over the competition?

  As a result of your participating in this workshop, you will be able to:

  • Identify contract opportunities that are realistic for you
  • Understand how the government describes what it needs
  • Prepare responsive and effective proposals
  • Improve your chances of winning government contracts

  Presenter: Brandon McCall, Procurement Specialist - Southwest Virginia Community College APEX Accelerator

  When: September 18, 2025, 1-2pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-training-session-creating-winning-government-proposals-tickets-1496896972139

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• SBA: MySBA Certification Training ~ Navigating the Application Process

  • When
    18 Sep 2025
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    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: SBA

  What: MySBA Certification Training ~ Navigating the Application Process

  This webinar will assist small business owners who have successfully submitted a MySBA certification application to navigate the application process. Presenters will discuss how to respond and resubmit an application that has been “Returned to Business”, responses to requests for information “RFI”, and other frequently asked questions.

  When: September 18, 2025, 2-3pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.sba.gov/event/72413

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• SBA: MySBA Certification Training ~ Deep Dive into Entity-Owned/8(a) and HubZone Applications

  • When
    23 Sep 2025
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    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: SBA

  What: MySBA Certification Training ~ Deep Dive into Entity-Owned/8(a) and HubZone Applications

  This webinar will educate entity-owned firms (owned by Indian tribes, Alaska Native Corporations, Native Hawaiian Organizations or Community Development Corporations) and/or firms located in a HUBZone. Presenters will discuss the qualifications and application walk-thru for entity-owned/8(a) and/or HUBZone firms.

  When: September 23, 2025, 2-3pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.sba.gov/event/72424

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• APEX: Mentor Protege Programs

  • When
    24 Sep 2025
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    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: APEX Accelerator and SW Virginia Community College 

  What: Mentor Protege Programs

  In this 1 hour virtual class, you will learn the ins and outs of the popular SBA and DOD Mentor Protégé Programs and get answers to these, and many more, burning questions:

  • What are the SBA’s and DOD's Mentor/Protégé Program (MPP)?
  • What are the benefits for small businesses of participating in MPP?
  • Does my business qualify?
  • If I form a joint venture under the MPP will my business still be considered small?

  Speakers:

  Richard Arnholt, Member at Bass, Berry & Sims, a law firm in Washington, DC, advises government contract clients in a wide range of matters, including litigation, investigations, counseling, and transactions. In particular, he has extensive experience counseling clients on the complex ethics and compliance obligations required of government contractors and grant recipients; assisting companies and individuals faced with suspension or debarment by a number of government agencies; filing and defending against bid protests at the Government Accountability Office (GAO), Court of Federal Claims, and the Federal Circuit; and government contracts-related litigation such as prime/sub disputes and defending against False Claims Act (FCA) allegations.

  Sylvia Yi, Counsel at Bass, Berry & Sims represents businesses across a broad range of sectors as they move through the contracting process with federal, state and local governments, and when they engage in international transactions. Sylvia counsels public and private companies on day to day compliance challenges and has a particular focus on mergers & acquisitions involving government contractors. She is a regular contributor to the firm’s GovCon & Trade Blog, where she provides insight on the demanding and ever-changing regulatory environment.

  When: September 24, 2025, 1-2pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://swvccapex.ecenterdirect.com/events/4669

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• SBA: MySBA Certification Training ~ Continuing Eligibility and Compliance

  • When
    25 Sep 2025
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    2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: SBA

  What: MySBA Certification Training ~ Continuing Eligibility and Compliance

  This webinar educates currently certified small business owners on continuing eligibility and maintaining compliance. Presenters will discuss reporting material changes, submitting annual reviews, responding to notices of proposed decertification, etc.

  When: September 25, 2025, 2-3pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.sba.gov/event/72417

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• Mason SBDC: Government Contracting 101 Webinar

  • When
    01 Oct 2025
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    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: Mason Small Business Development Center

  What: Government Contracting 101 

  The following essential steps for government contracting will be covered:

  • The government customer
  • Readiness to be a government contractor
  • Marketing to the customer
  • Government jargon
  • Steps to get started
  • Small business set-asides
  • Targeting the government customer
  • What the buyer wants to know
  • What should go into a capability statement

  Speaker: Timm Johnson - Director, Mason SBDC

  When: October 1, 2025, 10am-2pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registrationhttps://www.sba.gov/event/73609

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• APEX: SWaM Certification

  • When
    14 Oct 2025
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    1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: APEX Accelerator and SW Virginia Community College 

  What: SWaM Certification

  Join Us to learn more about the benefits of SWaM Certification and the application process.

  Are you a small, women-owned, minority-owned, micro, or service-disabled veteran business looking to expand your opportunities? The Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (SBSD) invites you to an informational session on the SWaM Certification process.

  Why Get SWaM Certified?

  SWaM (certification is a powerful tool that can help your business secure contracts with:

  • State Agencies
  • Public Colleges & Universities
  • Local Municipalities
  • Private Sector Companies utilizing the SWaM database

  Presenter: Kathy Deacon, Business Service Manager-Southwest Virginia

  Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (SBSD)

  When: October 14, 2025, 1-2pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.sba.gov/event/74281

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• NIWC Atlantic and Palmetto Tech Bridge: Prize Challenge

  • When
    17 Oct 2025

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: NIWC Atlantic and the Palmetto Tech Bridge in collaboration with PEO MLB

  What: Prize Challenge focused on Artificial Intelligence Augmented Testing (AIAT)

  The Program Executive Office Manpower, Logistics and Business Solutions (PEO MLB), in partnership with NIWC Atlantic and the Palmetto Tech Bridge, Prize Challenge is seeking submissions for the following topic Artificial Intelligence Augmented Testing (AIAT). This prize challenge is under 10 U.S.C. § 4025 and is considered an independent effort. However, the results of this prize challenge may result in an additional follow-on acquisition opportunity.

  The Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Atlantic and Palmetto Tech Bridge (PTB), in collaboration with the PEO MLB, are seeking solutions for leveraging AI to revolutionize testing and evaluation processes. The Program Executive Office Manpower Logistics and Business Solutions (PEO MLB) Artificial Intelligence Augmented Testing (AIAT) initiative aims to address the challenges of traditional automation processes and tool capabilities, which relies on very detailed human intervention to develop, execute, and maintain automation test scripts. This leads to significant costs, delays, and inefficiencies.

  We're seeking innovative solutions that utilize AI to automatically generate test scripts from known requirements and then perform test execution, test reporting, and automation script updates based on system changes. The ideal solution should conform to Risk Management Framework (RMF), Federal Risk and Authorization Management Program (FedRAMP), National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework and Department of Defense Impact Level 4 (IL4) accreditation requirements. Integrate seamlessly with a variety of existing DevSecOps tools and pipelines and be scalable across multiple platforms and environments with the Department of Navy.

  When:
  

  • Phase 1 submissions are due Friday, October 17, 2025, at 6:00 PM ET
  • The top 5 competitors (plus one alternate) will advance to Phase 2
  • Phase 2 will consist of In-Person Oral Presentations at the CDCA Eastern Defense Summit, December 10-11, 2025
  • The top 3 competitors will be announced on the final day of the Summit and will each receive a monetary prize

  Details and Registration: https://www.challenge.gov/?challenge=peo-mlb-artificial-intelligence-augmented-testing-aiat

  
  

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• Virginia SBDC: Intro to State Government Contracting with SBSD

  • When
    21 Oct 2025
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    12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
  • Location
    Online

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: Virginia SBDC

  What: Intro to State Government Contracting with SBSD

  Each year, the State buys goods and services totaling more than $7 billion – learn how your company can be a part of that!

  This webinar is designed to educate small, woman and/or minority business owners about opportunities to sell their goods and services to the Commonwealth of Virginia and many local governments. The workshop will provide information about the Virginia procurement process (the eVA system) and the benefits of SWaM certification.

  When: October 21, 2025, 12-1pm

  Where: Online

  Details and Registration:https://www.sba.gov/event/63815

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• Women In Defense Professional Development Day

  • When
    28 Oct 2025

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Everyone is welcome to attend WID events!

  Who: Women in Defense Greater Hampton Roads Chapter

  What: WID Professional Development Day

  When: October 28, 2025

  Where: TBD

  Details to Follow: https://www.widghr.org/events.html

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• NVSBC: Hampton Roads Engagement Lunch

  • When
    13 Nov 2025
  •  
    11:30 AM

  TASC/TGIC posting of this event does not constitute sponsorship, endorsement, recommendation, or favoring by TASC/TGIC.

  Who: National Veteran Small Business Coalition

  What: Hampton Roads Engagement Lunch

  When: November 13, 2025, 11:30am-2pm

  Where: Ferguson Headquarters, 751 Lakefront Commons, Newport News, VA 23606

  Details to Follow: https://nvsbc.memberclicks.net/events

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