Fort Drum Vendor Outreach Event
Overview
Buyer
Place of Performance
NAICS
PSC
Set Aside
Original Source
Timeline
Qualification Details
Fit reasons
- NAICS alignment with historical contract wins in similar service areas.
- Scope strongly matches core technical capabilities and delivery model.
Risks
- Past performance thresholds may require one additional teaming partner.
- Potential clarification needed on staffing minimums before bid/no-bid.
Next steps
Validate eligibility requirements, assign capture owner, and schedule partner outreach to confirm teaming strategy before submission planning.
Quick Summary
The Mission and Installation Contracting Command (MICC), in conjunction with Empire APEX Accelerator, is hosting a Vendor Outreach Event on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM ET in Watertown, NY. This event aims to promote collaboration with industry stakeholders, including small, new, and emerging businesses, interested in supporting the Fort Drum mission through federal contracting opportunities.
Purpose of Event
The primary goal of this outreach event is to strengthen engagement with industry and provide a detailed description of future contract opportunities on Fort Drum. Attendees will also receive instructions on how to obtain these opportunities. Empire APEX Accelerator assists businesses with government contracting requirements, while MICC provides decisive business solutions and contracting support to the Army enterprise.
Event Details
- Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
- Time: 09:00 AM – 12:00 PM ET
- Location: The Strand Theater, 136 Franklin Street, Watertown, NY 13601
- Host Agencies: MICC (W6QM MICC-FT DRUM, DEPT OF THE ARMY) and Empire APEX Accelerator
Important Notes
This notice is issued solely for information and planning purposes and does not constitute a Request for Quote (RFQ), Invitation for Bid (IFB), or Request for Proposal (RFP). The U.S. Government is not seeking quotes, bids, or proposals at this time and will not accept unsolicited proposals in response to this event notification. No costs incurred by attendees will be reimbursed. Participation in this event is not a prerequisite for future solicitations. Potential offerors are advised to monitor the Governmentwide Point of Entry (GPE) for any future solicitations pertaining to Fort Drum, NY, contract opportunities.
Contact Information
For inquiries, contact Kelli Rinard at kelli.j.rinard.civ@army.mil or 315-772-4112.