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Event Overview

Join us for the 2025 Navy & Marine Corps Procurement Conference on July 29-30, 2025 in Norfolk, Virginia, home to Naval Station Norfolk and Norfolk Naval Shipyard. This is your opportunity to engage directly with decision-makers from the Pentagon, Navy and Marine Corps Bases and Commands, and leading Prime Defense Contractors. Don't miss your chance to network with Industry Leaders and Government Experts and gain critical information into current procurement needs and upcoming contracting opportunities by registering to attend.

What to Expect

The 2025 Navy & Marine Corps Procurement Conference will allow you to meet Program Managers, Contracting Officers, and Small Business Program Directors from key Navy and Marine Corps Bases & Commands, as well as Army, Air Force, and Space Force Commands. You’ll also engage with leading Prime Defense Contractors actively seeking new partners and Subcontractors. Whether you're looking to forge strategic alliances, expand your network, or secure new business opportunities, this event is your gateway to success in the Defense industry. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this high-impact networking experience!

Key Insights

Navy's Critical Maintenance & Repair and Shipbuilding Needs

Navy's urgent need for maintenance, repair, and new shipbuilding to ensure operational readiness and technological superiority

SIOP - Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Plan - Driving $ Billions in Construction & Facility Support Contracts

Massive investments under the SIOP to upgrade facilities and boost Navy shipbuilding and repair capabilities

New Navy & Marine Corps Littoral Warfighting Requirements & Contracts

New operational needs and contracts focused on enhancing littoral (coastal) warfare capabilities for the Navy and Marine Corps

New Navy & Marine Corps Technology Initiatives

Cutting-edge technology advancements being pursued by the Navy and Marine Corps to modernize operations and capabilities

Upcoming Projects - NAVFAC, MARCORSYSCOM, and USACE

Upcoming infrastructure and development projects led by NAVFAC, MARCORSYSCOM, and USACE, with a focus on military needs

Military Base-Community Partnerships Driving Local Build Contracts

How partnerships between military bases and local communities are generating construction contracts for regional infrastructure development

Indo-Pacific ‘Pivot’ – Deployment & Logistics Challenges Driving Major New Acquisitions

Strategic 'Indo-Pacific Pivot,' emphasizing the logistical and deployment challenges that are shaping new defense acquisitions

Contracts Supporting U.S. Leadership in AI

Defense contracts aimed at advancing U.S. leadership in artificial intelligence technologies for military applications

The Surge in Autonomous/Unmanned Systems Development & Deployment

Rapid development and deployment of autonomous and unmanned systems in the military, with a focus on new contracts

Base & Installation Physical Security Upgrades

Initiatives and contracts aimed at upgrading physical security systems at military bases and installations to ensure safety and resilience

Major Command IT & Cyber Protection Contracts

Contracts focused on enhancing IT and cybersecurity protections for major military commands against growing cyber threats

Prime Defense Contractors — Subcontracting & Teaming Opportunities

Subcontracting and teaming opportunities for small and medium-sized businesses to work with prime defense contractors on large-scale projects

Accelerated Contracting Vehicles for Innovative Tech (DARPA, DIU, DEFENSEWERX)

Fast-tracked contracting vehicles like DARPA, DIU, and DEFENSEWERX are enabling the acquisition of cutting-edge defense technologies

How to Access GWACs (Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts)

How contractors can navigate and access Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts (GWACs) for defense and federal opportunities

Mentor-Protégé Programs as Business Accelerators for Smalls & Primes

How Mentor-Protégé programs help accelerate business growth for small businesses by pairing them with larger prime contractors

Cybersecurity Compliance Mandates and CMMC Training Options

New cybersecurity compliance requirements under CMMC and training resources available for contractors to meet these standards

Defense Contract Audit Agency Support for Small & Medium-Size Contractors

Role of the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) in providing audit support to help small and medium-sized contractors

Act Now and Secure your Place at this Groundbreaking Event!

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