- May 21, 2025 -

5/27/25

Acquisition Hour: Certification Programs for Women and Veteran Owned Businesses

Webinar

5/29/25

Federal Contracting & Cybersecurity: What Manufacturers Need to Know

In Person

5/30/25

Cyber Friday: Cybersecurity Rules You Need to Know to Work with the Federal Government / Department of Defense

In Person

5/18/25

19th Annual Government Opportunities Business Conference (GOBC) – Volk Field, Camp Douglas WI

In Person

FROM THE WHITEHOUSE: Modernizing Defense Acquisitions and Spurring Innovation in the Defense Industrial Base

By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered:

Section 1. Purpose. As Chief Executive and Commander in Chief, I am committed to ensuring that the United States military possesses the most lethal warfighting capabilities in the world. America’s defense industrial base is central to this effort. Similarly, the defense acquisition workforce is a national strategic asset that will be decisive in any conflict, where the factory floor can be just as significant as the battlefield.

Unfortunately, after years of misplaced priorities and poor management, our defense acquisition system does not provide the speed and flexibility our Armed Forces need to have decisive advantages in the future. In order to strengthen our military edge, America must deliver state‐of‐the‐art capabilities at speed and scale through a comprehensive overhaul of this system.

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Where in Federal Contracting is BACK!

WIFCON blog can be viewed here.

Advanced Notice for MAS Refresh 26 and Upcoming Mass Modification

After thoroughly reviewing feedback and conducting additional analysis, GSA made revisions to the changes concerning the retirement of certain Special Item Numbers (SINs) from the Solicitation.

• Four (4) Professional Services SINs will not be retired
• 562910RMI Environmental Remediation Services - Multiple Industries
• 541715APM Engineering Research and Development for: Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary^^Equipment, Guided Missiles and Space Vehicles, Their Propulsion Units
• 541715AIR Engineering Research and Development for Aircraft, Aircraft Engines and Engine Parts
• 541330EMI Engineering Services Related to Military, Aerospace Equipment,^^Military Weapons, National Energy Policy Act of 1992, Marine Engineering or Naval Arc

• Five (5) additional SINs will be retired:
• 81111 Automotive Maintenance, Repair and Body Services
• 336211V Vocational Bodies and Attachments
• 336350 Remanufactured Automotive Components
• 3363 Upfitting of Government-owned Emergency Response Vehicles to Provide Turn-key Solutions
• 326212 Tires - Retreaded

In addition, minor revisions will be made to the I-FSS-600 clause note and SIN 541810ODC (Other Direct Costs for Marketing and Public Relations Services). For detailed information, please refer to the attached draft of the Significant Changes document.

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USPTO announces new group to mitigate threats to the patent system

April 16, 2025

Today, the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced creating a new group to expand the agency's efforts to mitigate threats and protect the integrity of the U.S. patent system.

The USPTO’s Patent Fraud Detection and Mitigation Working Group represents the agency’s continued commitment to limit improper activity in patent applications and reexamination proceedings at USPTO and reduce patent application pendency. As patent threats continue to evolve, the working group will focus on:

• Addressing erroneous micro entity and small entity fee certifications and assertions
• Monitoring suspicious filings
• Identifying and reviewing potential misrepresentations to the USPTO, including false signatures, and when appropriate using the administrative sanctions process to address these misrepresentations

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GSA Unveils OneGov Strategy to Transform How the Government Buys Goods and Services

Building on recent successes, new governmentwide strategy lowers costs and boosts efficiencies in acquisition

WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) has launched its OneGov Strategy, a bold initiative aimed at modernizing how the federal government purchases goods and services. In this first phase, agencies will gain easier access to IT tools with standardized terms and pricing. Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) will benefit from a more direct and predictable engagement model while taxpayers will benefit from a smarter, more secure federal IT enterprise. 

The OneGov Strategy reflects a shift in how the federal government approaches buying what it needs—not as a series of isolated purchases, but as a shared enterprise that powers everything from citizen services to national security. The initiative supports President Trump’s April 2025 Executive Order on ensuring commercial, cost-effective solutions in federal contracts.

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Intellectual Property Guidebook for DoD Acquisition

Click here to read the updated IP Guidebook for DoD Acquisition

FEATURED EVENTS

Webinar Series Announcements

Acquisition Hours - MORE DATES ANNOUNCING SOON

• Presented in partnership with National Contract Management Association (NCMA) Wisconsin Chapter, this webinar series covers a range of topics from market entry, sales growth, small business certifications, compliance, and more.

Cyber Fridays - WILL SWITCH TO THURSDAYS

• A series of one-hour webinars focusing on critical topics in cyber security, data security, and CMMC.

Federal Market Insights - WILL SWITCH TO TUESDAYS

• An informal podcast designed to provide valuable information about the government marketplace for businesses interested in government contracting.

More information will be posted to https://www.wispro.org/events/

Three dates and locations:

• June 18 - Volk Field ANGB
• July 9 - Truax Field
• July 30 - Fort McCoy

GOBC will provide you the opportunity to gain insights into:



• COFFEE with the COMMANDER
• Current operations and priorities at Wisconsin’s Federal and State government agencies and military facilities
• Connecting with agency and installation leadership, operational staff and buyers
• Locating and bidding on current and future procurement opportunities
• Resources available to assist your business in winning government prime and subcontracts

DLA Supply Chain Alliance Symposium & Exhibition

June 11-12, 2025

Richmond, VA

This two-day event will bring together Government and Industry leaders to discuss current and future challenges. Hear directly from leading Industry Executives, DoD Senior officials, as well as multiple General/Flag officers.

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