Small Business Event: 2026 AFDW Small Business Summit
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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 Air Force District of Washington (AFDW) is hosting a Small Business Summit on May 14, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, at 1359 Arkansas Rd, Joint Base Andrews, MD 20762. This event is designed for small business owners and representatives to connect with AFDW leadership, learn about upcoming contracting opportunities for FY26 and FY27, and gain insights into doing business with the Air Force.
Purpose & Scope
The summit aims to foster collaboration and information sharing. Attendees will have opportunities to network with key personnel from various agencies, including the AFDW Director of Small Business Programs, SBA Washington Metro Office, MD Department of Commerce, Maryland Business Opportunity Center, Veterans Business Outreach Center, and Maryland APEX Accelerator. The event will feature:
- Upcoming Requirement Briefs for FY26 and FY27.
- Networking Opportunities with Base Agencies.
- Guest Speakers from various small business support organizations.
- Industry-specific panels for Construction and Services.
Event Details
- Location: 1359 Arkansas Rd, Joint Base Andrews, MD 20762
- Date: May 14, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Registration: Required via SurveyMonkey link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GSBT3L9. Registering ensures base access without wait time. - Refreshments/Lunch: Coffee, snacks, water, and lunch will be provided for a fixed fee, with pricing to be determined based on attendee count.
Itinerary Highlights
According to the provided itinerary, key sessions include a Requirements Brief (11:00 AM - 12:00 PM), a Construction Panel/Network (1:30 PM - 2:45 PM), a Services Panel/Network (2:45 PM - 3:30 PM), and a Q&A Panel/Network (3:30 PM - 4:00 PM). While speaker and lunch times may adjust, the start and end times will remain consistent.
Contact Information
For questions, please email Allen Tang (allen.tang@us.af.mil), Darya Macmillan (darya.macmillan.1@us.af.mil), or Michael Besiryan (michael.besiryan@us.af.mil).