The Coalition for Government Procurement

Navigating FAR Part 19: Key Changes for Small Businesses, Nov. 13
2025-11-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | webinar
Join the Coalition on November 13 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) for a timely discussion on Part 19 of the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO) and its impact on small business participation in the federal marketplace.
Moderated by Ken Dodds, the Coalition’s Executive Vice President & General Counsel, this webinar will feature Jonathan Williams, Partner at PilieroMazza, and David Black, Partner at Holland & Knight, for an in-depth analysis of the key changes, interpretations, and trends shaping small business contracting.
Topics will include:

Application of the Rule of Two, including how it applies to task and delivery orders
Size recertification requirements
Updates to the 8(a) program, including GWAC order competition preferences and unilateral release provisions
WOSB and VOSB certification considerations for small business subcontracting plans; and
Other key small business policy trends under the RFO

To register, click here. If you have any questions about registration, please contact Mady Whiting at Mady.Whiting@thecgp.org.

BIOSECURE 2025, Nov. 20
2025-11-20 12:00 - 13:00 | webinar
Taking a page out of playbook used to establish the framework that excludes products of certain Chinese telecommunications companies from the federal market (e.g., the “Huawei ban”), the BIOSECURE Act would prohibit the federal government from obtaining biotechnology equipment or services from certain “biotechnology companies of concern,” including Chinese biotechnology companies. Its restrictions are designed to affect Federal contractors and to reach down into the supply chain. While BIOSECURE was originally introduced last year and did not make it into law, an updated 2025 version of the legislation has made it into the Senate version of the NDAA for FY 2026. With widespread bipartisan support, it is quite possible that BIOSECURE will be signed into law before the end of this year.
Please join the Coalition for a webinar on November 20 from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (ET) as we host attorneys from Hogan Lovells’ Global Regulatory practice. During this timely webinar, the Hogan Lovells team of Joy Sturm, Mike Druckman, Timothy Bergreen, and Ashley Roberts will outline what Federal contractors need to know about the Act, covering key terminology and its scope of applicability. They will also speak to the broader geopolitical context driving the legislation and its implications within the biotechnology sector.
To register, click here. If you have any questions about registration, please contact Mady Whiting at Mady.Whiting@thecgp.org.

Cyber Year in Review, Dec 3
2025-12-03 12:00 - 13:00 | webinar
Join us on December 3, from 12:00 – 1:00 PM (ET) for a Cyber Year in Review webinar with guest presenters Townsend Bourne, Partner at Sheppard Mullin, and Michael Gruden, Partner at Crowell & Moring. During the webinar, Townsend and Michael will examine the federal cybersecurity developments that shaped the past year and the implications for contractors heading into 2026.

This session will cover major updates across federal cybersecurity programs, including the ongoing rollout of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) requirements, strengthened expectations around protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and other initiatives aimed at securing the Defense Industrial Base and government networks.
Townsend and Michael will unpack some of the year’s most significant compliance challenges, offering practical guidance on interpreting federal standards, managing cyber risk, and aligning internal processes with evolving policy requirements.
This webinar will provide an actionable recap of the year’s biggest developments and what organizations should be preparing for in 2026. Make sure to register for this timely briefing today!
To register, click here. If you have any questions about registration, please contact Mady Whiting at Mady.Whiting@thecgp.org.

Coalition Annual Holiday Reception, Dec. 10
2025-12-10 17:00 - 20:00 | Tower Club, 8000 Towers Crescent Dr Ste 1700, Vienna, Virginia, 22182
Celebrate the holiday season with the Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement! The Coalition invites you to join us on December 10 from 5:00 – 8:00 pm (ET) at the Tower Club in Tysons Corner for a complimentary holiday gathering to commemorate the past year and toast to the new one ahead! Enjoy food, beverages, and the company of friends and colleagues during this cheerful event. Registration is complimentary but required for food and beverage purposes.

As we pause to take a well-deserved break after another event filled year, we will acknowledge all that we have accomplished together. We hope you will be there to relax, appreciate, and celebrate with us! Please register ASAP to assist us with planning.

Thank You to Our Sponsor

This event is for Coalition members only. Registration is complimentary for all members!
To register, click here. If you have any questions about registration, please contact Mady Whiting at Mady.Whiting@thecgp.org

Small Business Summit, Jan 13
2026-01-13 09:00 - 12:00 | GDIT, 3150 Fairview Park Drive, Falls Church, 22042, United States
On January 13, The Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement will host its third annual Small Business Summit, a half-day forum featuring key insights and analyses into the latest developments regarding small business policy, subcontracting, teaming, joint venture agreements, and more.

The program will consist of valuable sessions featuring experts from government and industry, and the chance to network with peers in the procurement community. The Small Business Summit is an excellent opportunity for both small and large businesses to increase their knowledge about small business policy and what makes for a successful, sound business relationship.
Agenda
Small Business Administration (SBA) Regulatory Update
John Klein, SBA Deputy General Counsel, will provide a Regulatory Update, giving key insights into recent and upcoming regulatory changes impacting small businesses. Attendees will be informed on the latest SBA policies, including mentor protégé joint ventures, size recertification, HUBZone, 8(a), and how they affect compliance and opportunities in federal contracting.
Small Business Subcontracting
The Summit also features a panel on small business subcontracting, with perspectives and insights from large and small businesses featuring representatives from CACI, Deloitte, and CDIT.
SBA Policies and Programs Update
Finally, there will be an update on the latest SBA government contracting programs and policies.
To register, click here. For any assistance, please contact Madyson Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org.
This event is complimentary to all Coalition members, and both in-person and virtual attendance are available!

2025-2026 Winter Training Conference: The Revolutionary Federal Market, Jan. 14-15
2026-01-14 08:00 - 2026-01-15 17:00 | Fairview Park Marriott, 3111 Fairview Park Dr, Falls Church, Virginia, 22042, United States
Start the new year at the Coalition’s 2025-2026 Winter Training Conference: The Revolutionary Federal Market, now taking place January 14–15, 2026, at the Fairview Park Marriott in Falls Church, VA! This conference will set the tone for the federal procurement landscape in 2026, exploring how the next wave of acquisition policy, budget priorities, and regulatory reforms will shape opportunities for government and industry.

The 2025-2026 Training Conference will build on the conversations from our Spring Training Conference, bringing together government and industry leaders for two days of in-depth discussions about the state of Federal Procurement from the latest on critical contracting programs, Federal funding and changes in customer requirements. Day one will focus on governmentwide acquisition priorities, while day two will spotlight healthcare procurement.
Across both days, attendees will explore the Administration’s priorities shaping Federal procurement, including the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul (RFO), contract consolidation at the General Services Administration (GSA), digital transformation, and the emergence of an AI-driven procurement ecosystem. Sessions will also cover the latest developments in legislative and acquisition policy and other timely issues.
This is a must-attend event for the procurement community, offering a unique opportunity to hear directly from Federal policymakers, acquisition officials, and industry executives.
View the Governmentwide agenda here.
View the full Healthcare agenda here.
To register, click here. For questions or assistance with registration, please contact Madyson Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org.
Please Note: All existing registrations for the Fall Training Conference, originally scheduled for 11/12-11/13 have been automatically transferred to the new dates. Should you be unable to attend in January, please contact Madyson Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org and we will issue a full refund upon request.
Please use the link to secure your room in our block at the discounted rate: Book your group rate for CGP Conference
The Coalition is pleased to announce that sponsorship opportunities are now available for the 2025-2026 Winter Training Conference! Sponsoring the Winter Training Conference provides your organization with outstanding brand visibility and the opportunity to demonstrate thought leadership before a highly engaged audience of procurement professionals.
To learn more, view the Sponsorship Prospectus and secure your opportunity to be part of this premier event.
Thank you to our current sponsors!

Overview of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026, Jan. 22
2026-01-22 12:00 - 13:00 | webinar
Join the Coalition and Moshe Schwartz, President of Etherton and Associates, Inc., on January 22 from 12:00 – 1:00 PM EST for an Overview of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026.

During the webinar, Moshe will highlight trends and focus areas of the NDAA, including:

Acquisition;
The Industrial Base;
Cybersecurity Provisions; and
More

Click here to register. For any assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at Mady.Whiting@thecgp.org

OASIS+ Phase II: New Domains. Continuous Enrollment. Bigger Possibilities, Jan. 27
2026-01-27 12:00 - 13:00 | webinar
GSA is set to reopen all six OASIS+ solicitations on January 12, 2026, under a continuous enrollment model—introducing five new service domains that expand the playing field for professional services contractors. This update reflects Executive Order 14240 and GSA’s push to simplify acquisition and consolidate spend.
On January 27 from 12:00 – 1:00pm EST, please Join Leo Alvarez, Principal at Baker Tilly, Dylan Schreiner, Government Contractor Solutions Senior Manager at Baker Tilly, and the Coalition for Government Procurement for a practical briefing on Phase II of OASIS+. Leo and Dylan will cover the upcoming pre-amendment notice, draft scorecards, and strategies to position your firm for success.

Topics include:

The five new domains and their implications
Preparing for continuous enrollment
Teaming and qualification best practices

Whether you’re an incumbent or a newcomer, this session will help you navigate the next chapter of OASIS+.
Click here to register. For any assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at Mady.Whiting@thecgp.org

Commerciality Considerations of DoD’s Memo on “Transforming the Defense Acquisition System into the Warfighting Acquisition System”, Jan. 29
2026-01-29 12:00 - 13:00 | webinar
On November 7th, the Department of War released a memorandum outlining its initiative to “Transform the Defense Acquisition System into the Warfighting Acquisition System.” Join the Coalition on January 29th from 12:00 – 1:00pm EST for a presentation by Peter Terenzio of Covington and Mike Tomaselli of Chess Consulting as they examine the memo’s major themes and the implications for government contractors. The session will include a focused discussion on the regulatory framework governing commercial contracting, given the memorandum’s emphasis on expanding the defense industrial base through a “commercial first” strategy. Topics will include:

• Key themes and objectives identified in the memo
• FAR Part 12 vs. FAR Part 15 (commercial vs. negotiated acquisitions)
• Definitions of commerciality under FAR 2.101
• Commercial item determinations and DCMA’s role
• Alignment with the FAR Overhaul and proposed CAS changes
Click here to register. For any assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at Mady.Whiting@thecgp.org

2025 Small Business Regulatory Year in Review, Feb 4
2026-02-04 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
The Coalition will host a virtual 2024 Small Business Regulatory Year in Review presentation on February 4 from 12:00-1:00 PM (ET)! The event features industry experts David Black, Partner at Holland and Knight, Ken Dodds, Vice President of Acquisition Policy at The Coalition for Government Procurement, and Jon Williams, Partner at PilieroMazza, who will provide insights on the regulatory cases and updates of the past year that affected both large and small business contractors.
During the event, Black, Dodds, and Williams will cover a wide range of topics, including observations on:

Small Business Administration (SBA) updates
Office of Hearings and Appeals (OHA) cases
Government Accountability Office (GAO)/Court of Federal Claims (COFC) decisions
And More

Small and large businesses are encouraged to attend. If you have any questions in advance of the event, please contact Joseph Snyderwine at Jsnyderwine@thecgp.org.
To register, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at Mady.Whiting@thecgp.org
