Joint Medical Acquisition Talks (JMAT) 2026
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 Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Troop Support's Medical supply chain is hosting the first Joint Medical Acquisition Talks (JMAT) 2026 conference. This event is not a contract opportunity but an announcement for an upcoming conference designed to brief the industrial base on current acquisition issues and potential business opportunities within the Medical supply chain, including the Capital Equipment Division and Defense Health Agency (DHA).
Purpose & Scope
The JMAT conference aims to provide industry partners with insights into government focus areas and acquisition strategies. Key discussions will cover:
- Cybersecurity and ATO: Updates on DHA's cybersecurity program and processes.
- TAA and Regulatory Updates: Information on Trade Agreements Act (TAA) application and regulatory tracking.
- Repair Parts Logistics and Acquisitions: A brainstorming session seeking vendor input on CONUS/OCONUS repair parts support, contracting avenues, and best practices.
- Integrated Supply Team (IST) Updates: Briefings from FSDA, FSDB, FSDC, and FSDD covering specific medical equipment categories (e.g., Diagnostic X-Ray, PACS, Critical Care, Radiology Maintenance), ordering processes, contract modifications, and upcoming opportunities.
- AI Needs in DoW Healthcare: Discussion on artificial intelligence requirements within the Department of War Healthcare.
Event Details
- Dates: July 14-15, 2026
- Location: DoubleTree by Hilton, 2349 Marlton Pike West (Rt. 70W), Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
- Registration: Required for all attendees via
https://forms.osi.apps.mil/r/1pSfdZFEEy. Event registrations will close when attendance limits are met. - Lodging: An automated email with room block reservation details will be sent after registration if lodging is indicated as required. Room block reservations close June 29, 2026, at 5 PM Eastern Time, or earlier if inventory is fully booked.
- Cost: No fee for the event; however, all attendance costs, including lodging, are the sole responsibility of the attendee.
Additional Information
Updates to the tentative agenda and other event information will be posted to https://www.dla.mil/Troop-Support/Medical/ under the heading "Industry Support Events." The primary contact for this event is Michael Baron at Michael.S.Baron@dla.mil.