Small Business Event: 2026 AFDW Small Business Summit
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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 Air Force District of Washington (AFDW) is hosting the 2026 AFDW Small Business Summit on May 14, 2026, at Joint Base Andrews, MD. This event is a prime opportunity for small businesses to engage with AFDW leadership, learn about upcoming contracting opportunities for FY26 and FY27, and network with various government and business support agencies.
Event Details
- Location: 1359 Arkansas Rd, Joint Base Andrews, MD 20762
- Date: May 14, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- Registration: RSVP is required by May 8, 2026, via the provided link. Due to technical difficulties, previous registrations are invalid; re-registration is necessary. For base access, fill out the attached Excel form and email it to allen.tang@us.af.mil and darya.macmillan.1@us.af.mil. Registration ensures inclusion on the access list.
- Refreshments: Coffee, snacks, and water will be provided. Lunch will be available for a fixed fee, with pricing announced based on attendee count.
Key Activities & Benefits
The summit is designed for collaboration and information sharing, featuring:
- Upcoming Requirement Briefs for FY26 and FY27.
- Networking Opportunities with Base Agencies.
- Presentations from 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.
- Specific panels for networking and insights, including a Construction Panel/Network, Services Panel/Network, and a Q&A Panel/Network (as per the itinerary).
Important Notes
An itinerary is attached, though speaker and lunch times are subject to change. The event will be livestreamed via Facebook Live for those unable to attend in person. For questions, email allen.tang@us.af.mil, darya.macmillan.1@us.af.mil, or michael.besiryan@us.af.mil.