Overview of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026, Jan. 22
2026-01-22 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 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

Webinar: Implications of the Executive Order on Prioritizing the Warfighter in Defense Contracting, Jan, 28
2026-01-28 12:00 - 13:00 | webinar
The President’s January 7, 2026, “Prioritizing the Warfighter” Executive Order will have significant implications for defense contractors of all sizes, including both prime contractors and their suppliers.

The Coalition is pleased to welcome back Jonathan Aronie, Anne Perry, and Ryan Roberts of Sheppard Mullin to walk us through the new EO, discuss its implications, and share a framework for proactively assessing and mitigating risk. Attendees will gain practical and actionable insights that will be valuable to a range of corporate functions whose roles are implicated by the EO, including Legal, Contracts, Finance, Executive Comp, HR, Investor Relations, the C-Suite, and the Board of Directors. You don’t want to miss this timely and insightful virtual discussion on January 28, 2026, at 12:00 PM EST.
To register, click here. For any assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org

Commerciality Considerations of DoW’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

GSA Contract Management Best Practices, Feb. 5
2026-02-05 12:00 - 13:00 | webinar
Join us on Thursday, February 5, 2026, from 12:00 to 1:00 PM ET for an insightful webinar on GSA Contract Management Best Practices, led by Sergey Bogol, VP of GSA Contract Management Operations at Price Reporter.
With over 20 years of hands-on experience in supporting GSA contractors, Price Reporter experts will share strategies that successful contractors use to grow and thrive in their GSA business as we move into 2026. In this webinar, Sergey will provide you with a practical contract management playbook centered on repeatable routines designed to protect your contracts and enhance performance. Their playbook is founded on three core pillars that ensure long-term success with GSA:

Best Practices for Compliance: Learn how to maintain compliance effectively.
Strategies for Business Growth: Discover ways to expand your business with government contracts.
Automation and Scaling Techniques: Find out how to automate processes for next-level growth.

Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your GSA contract management skills!
To register, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at Mady.Whiting@thecgp.org

Imaging Equipment and Furniture/Furnishings Committee Meeting with GSA, March 11
2026-03-11 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
The Coalition’s Imaging Equipment and Furniture/Furnishings Committees will host a meeting with GSA’s Greg Rollins, Deputy Assistant Commissioner, Office of Policy and Compliance, Steven Hutchinson, Chief of MAS Policy, Office of Policy and Compliance, and Paula Hance, Procurement Analyst, General Supplies and Services, to discuss the implementation of Transactional Data Reporting, with a focus on addressing issues TDR presents for highly configurable items. The meeting will be held virtually on March 11 at 10:00 AM ET.
Please submit questions to be discussed at the meeting to Joseph Snyderwine at JSnyderwine@thecgp.org.
To register, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org
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Briefing on GSA’s OneGov Initiative, March 17
2026-03-17 13:00 - 14:30 | CGI Federal, 1000 N Glebe Rd., Arlington, VA, 22201, United States
The Coalition is pleased to host an all-member meeting with Joel Lundy, GSA Deputy Assistant Commissioner (Acting), Office of Category Management, on March 17 at 1:00 PM (ET) on GSA’s OneGov initiative. The discussion will provide an overview of the program, its goals for modernizing and streamlining federal IT acquisition, and what it may mean for agencies and industry partners.
The meeting will take place at CGI Federal: 1000 N Glebe Road, Arlington, VA 22201. Virtual attendance is also available.
GSA is collecting member questions in advance of the meeting to help guide the discussion. Please send your questions to Michael Hanafin at mhanafin@thecgp.org.
To register, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org
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FCP Dialogue with GSA Catalog Management Office, March 18
2026-03-18 10:00 - 11:00 | Virtual
The Coalition will be hosting a virtual meeting with the General Services Administration to discuss the FAS Catalog Platform (FCP). Members will have the opportunity to engage with Peter Han, Director at the Catalog Management Office, Amanda Werb, Supervisory Data Analytics Specialist, and Paula Hance, Procurement Analyst.
The discussion will focus on challenges members have experienced working with FCP. The Coalition has compiled feedback from members to share with GSA here.
If you have any additional topics or questions you would like addressed at the meeting, please email Joseph Snyderwine at JSnyderwine@thecgp.org.
The meeting will be held virtually on March 18 at 10:00 AM ET.
To register, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at Mady.Whiting@thecgp.org
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Briefing on GSA's Office of Centralized Acquisition Services, March 26
2026-03-26 10:00 - 11:00 | CACI, 12021 Sunset Hills Rd., Reston, Virginia, 20190
The Coalition is pleased to host an all-member meeting with Tom Meiron, GSA Assistant Commissioner of Centralized Acquisition Services, on March 26 at 10:00 AM (ET). During the meeting, Tom will discuss the priorities and initiatives from GSA’s new Office of Centralized Acquisition Services (OCAS).
The meeting will take place at CACI, 12021 Sunset Hills Rd. Reston VA, 20190. Virtual attendance is also available.
GSA is collecting member questions in advance of the meeting to help guide the discussion. Please send your questions to Michael Hanafin at mhanafin@thecgp.org.

To register, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org
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Cyber & Supply Chain Security Committee Meeting- Cyber Update, April 8
2026-04-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
The Coalition’s Cyber & Supply Chain Security Committee is hosting a meeting with Townsend Bourne, Partner at Sheppard Mullin, and Michael Gruden, Partner at Crowell & Moring will provide the latest updates on federal cybersecurity policy developments and what they mean for contractors. The meeting will be held virtually on April 8 at 12:00 PM ET.
To register, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org
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Medical/Surgical Equipment Committee Meeting, April 13
2026-04-13 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
The Coalition’s Medical/Surgical Equipment Committee will host a virtual meeting on April 13, at 12:00 PM (ET).
Please join us for a discussion on opportunities to improve the product addition process for the Medical Surgical Prime Vendor program. The Coalition has drafted recommendations, based on member feedback to facilitate discussion with the VA on opportunities to improve the program. To view the comments, click here.
If you have any additional topics or questions you would like addressed at the meeting, please email Joseph Snyderwine at JSnyderwine@thecgp.org.
To register, click here. For any assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org for further assistance.
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Update from GSA’s Office of Professional Services & Human Capital Categories, April 14
2026-04-14 10:00 - 11:00 | GDIT, 3150 Fairview Park Drive, Falls Church, 22042, United States
The IT/Services Committee will host an update from GSA’s Office of Professional Services & Human Capital Categories (PSHC) on April 14, featuring invited speaker, Adam Soderholm, Director of the Center for Professional Services. During the discussion, Adam will provide an overview of the office’s latest priorities and initiatives, as well as insights into ongoing efforts affecting the Professional Services and Human Capital Categories and the broader federal acquisition landscape.

The meeting will be held at 10:00AM-11:00AM EST, at GDIT, Falls Church, VA. Virtual attendance will also be available.

If you have any additional topics or questions, you would like addressed at the meeting, please email Joseph Snyderwine at JSnyderwine@thecgp.org.
To register, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org
This is a members-only event. If you see a message that says “Registration Not Available” below, please log in using your member account.

Future-Proofing Your Contracts: Legal Compliance Updates for Government Contractors, April 23
2026-04-23 12:00 - 13:00 | webinar
The Coalition is pleased to host a webinar featuring PilieroMazza, Partner, Nichole Atallah to discuss legal updates impacting government contracts. The webinar will be held on April 23 at 12:00PM ET.

Panelists will review recent legal developments, discuss notable regulations, and provide best practices for positioning your business amidst the change.
Learning objectives include:

new SBA rule changes
cases impacting mentor-protégé and joint venture arrangements
refresher on the nonmanufacturer rule (NMR)
recent GAO protest ruling involving a reseller and the Trade Agreements Act (TAA)
Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) compliance
updates on CMMC 2.0 implementation
national security memo on Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Join us for an informative discussion designed to keep you ahead of the latest legal and regulatory changes affecting the government contracting community.
To register, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org

Using JV’s to Win Work with GSA and Beyond, April 30
2026-04-30 12:00 - 13:00 | webinar
The Coalition is pleased to host a webinar with Meghan Leemon, Partner at PilieroMazza, for a practical and informative discussion to help you structure and use joint ventures to expand your federal contracting opportunities. The webinar will be held on April 30 at 12:00PM ET.
Joint ventures are an excellent tool to win work, including with GSA. However, JVs must be structured properly to avoid significant risks that can arise in protests or in disputes between JV partners. And using JVs for GSA schedules requires a unique approach. This panel discussion will discuss how you can structure and use JVs to win work and grow, with GSA schedules and beyond.
Learning objectives include:

tips for how to form and best utilize JVs
using JVs to pursue work through GSA schedules
latest developments with JV regulations and case law

To register, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org

GSA & VA Schedule Contracting Training for In-House Counsel, May 12
2026-05-12 09:30 - 15:30 | GDIT, 3150 Fairview Park Drive, Falls Church, 22042, United States
The Coalition for Government Procurement is proud to once again host its “must attend” General Services Administration (GSA) and Veterans Affairs (VA) Schedule Contracting Training for In-House Counsel on May 12! This course is designed for lawyers and contract managers at member companies with significant contract management and compliance responsibilities with GSA and/or VA Schedule contracts.

Our presenters for the day will be Robert Burton, Partner, Crowell & Moring; Ken Dodds, Executive Vice President & General Counsel, The Coalition for Common Sense in Government Procurement; and Jason Workmaster, Member, Miller & Chevalier Chartered;
During the training, Robert, Ken, and Jason will cover the following topics and more:

Pricing – Transactional Data Reporting (TDR)/Commercial Sales Practices (CSP);
Domestic Preferences;
Supply Chain;
Enforcement/Mandatory Disclosure/Ethics;
Sustainability Requirements/Policy; and
Bid Protests Update.

Reasons to Attend:
After successfully completing this course, you will receive 6 CLE credits, while also gaining an understanding of:

GSA/VA’s most favored customer pricing policy and major requirements of the government solicitation;
Current audit/oversight procedures;
Current GSA Schedule Price Negotiation Priorities; and
How the GSA Schedule can impact your company’s bottom line.

Plus, you will be able to advise your in-house clients regarding topics such as:

Disclosure of company records;
Establishing management and compliance processes;
Establishing ethics programs and mandatory disclosure;
Avoiding penalties; and
Identifying resources to assist with continuing legal support of your internal GSA/VA Schedule programs.

Who Should Attend:
This training course is excellent for:

In-house counsel for current GSA/VA Schedule contractors and/or companies considering becoming a GSA/VA Schedule contractor;
Government attorneys that advise clients with GSA/VA Schedule contracts;
Contract Managers with MAS experience; and
Compliance Personnel.

The training will be held at GDIT, Falls Church, VA, Time: 9:30 AM – 3:30 PM (ET). Virtual attendance is also offered for the course. We look forward to your participation!
To register, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org

Spring Training Conference, May 13-14
2026-05-13 08:00 - 2026-05-14 17:00 | Fairview Park Marriott, 3111 Fairview Park Dr, Falls Church, Virginia, 22042, United States
Registration is now open for the Coalition’s 2026 Spring Training Conference, taking place on May 13–14, 2026, at the Fairview Marriott in Falls Church, Virginia!
This year’s Spring Training Conference will examine next steps in the Revolutionary Federal Market, continuing important conversations from January’s Winter Training Conference on the latest developments shaping federal procurement.
The two-day program will focus on governmentwide and healthcare procurement issues, providing timely insights into policy developments, market trends, and acquisition priorities. Sessions will explore evolving compliance requirements, emerging acquisition strategies, and key initiatives affecting contractors and agencies. Attendees will hear directly from government decision makers and industry experts on what lies ahead in the dynamic federal procurement landscape.
Register today to secure your spot and stay ahead of the federal market! To register for the Spring Training Conference, click here. For assistance with registration, please contact Mady Whiting at mady.whiting@thecgp.org.
Several sponsorship opportunities are available for the Spring Training Conference. Sponsorship provides a valuable opportunity to showcase your organization, support the conference program, and connect with attendees from across the federal procurement community.
View the opportunities here and secure your sponsorship today! If you have any questions, or are ready to secure your sponsorship, please contact Heather Tarpley at htarpley@thecgp.org.
Thank You to Our Current Spring Training Conference Sponsors!

Joseph P. Caggiano Memorial Golf Tournament, Aug. 19
2026-08-19 09:00 - 17:00
he Coalition’s Annual Charity Golf Tournament will take place on August 19, 2026 at the beautiful Whiskey Creek Golf Club in Ijamsville, MD. This event attracts a dedicated group of players of all skill levels eager to enjoy some friendly competition and a round of golf with friends and colleagues while supporting a wonderful cause for our veterans. We have raised over $140,000 for The Coalition for Government Procurement Scholarship Fund to assist qualified veterans pursuing a graduate degree in U.S. government procurement at GWU.
In addition, tournament proceeds support Paws for Purple Hearts, an organization that strives to improve the lives of veterans and wounded service members facing mobility challenges and trauma-related conditions by providing the highest quality assistance dogs and canine-assisted therapeutic programs. To date, the Coalition has raised over $20,000 for Paws for Purple Hearts. Thanks to the outstanding generosity of our sponsors and members, we raised over $12,000 for these two causes in 2024. Multiple sponsorships are available.
