Collaborate
Engage & Network
govmates members (government contractors) only! Join us for our Fifth Annual Fiscal Year End Fiesta networking event with fellow members and teaming partners. We’ll bring the drinks and food – you bring the business cards and get ready to mingle! We’ll also be joined by representatives from large defense primes and integrators, so maybe you’ll leave with a new customer or two.
Date: Wednesday, September 30th
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: Womble Bond Dickinson Office, 8350 Broad Street #Ste 1500 Tysons, VA 22102
Cost: $25
Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/govmates-fiscal-year-end-fiesta-5th-annual-tickets-1991055652053
Date And Time
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
5:30pm - 7:30pm
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location
Tysons, VASave the Date.
Date And Time
Monday, October 12, 2026
10:00am - 12:00pm ET
10:00am - 12:00pm ET
Location
Walter E. Washington Convention Center - Room 147Agovmates members (government contractors) only! Join us for our fourth annual Holiday Bash, an evening of networking with fellow members and teaming partners. We’ll bring the drinks and food – you bring the business cards and get ready to mingle! We’ll also be joined by representatives from large defense primes and integrators, so maybe you’ll leave with a new customer or two.
Date: Wednesday, December 2nd
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: Tysons, VA
Cost: $25
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Date And Time
Wednesday, December 02, 2026
5:30pm - 7:30pm
5:30pm - 7:30pm
Location
Matchmaking Events
govmates provides both virtual and in-person matchmaking sessions that are focused on results.
Our matchmaking platform enables government agencies and large primes to connect 1×1 with non-traditional defense contractors in support of small business outreach, market research, sources sought and supplier diversity initiatives. We’ve incorporated elements of human-centered design to build a platform that meets your outreach needs in both a virtual and physical environment.
What govmates can do for your matchmaking event
Custom Conference Matchmaking Website
Project Management of Matchmaking Process
Detailed Profiles of Small Business Participants
Marketing and Social Media Promotion of Conference
Formulaic and Methodical Matchmaking Using Relevance Scoring
Scheduling Tool to Efficiently Calendar Meetings
Valley of Death Combat
Securing the supply chain is an issue of national security. We understand the requirements and challenges faced by non-traditionals. Our resources enable small businesses to work with the government in a safe, compliant manner.
While OTAs don’t have the oversight of the FAR, we want you to grow and scale your company so that you can compete in a FAR-based world. We have access to former DCAA auditors, CPAs, CFOs, Price to Win SMEs, Contracts SMEs, and even HR and Recruiting services. We also have ISO, FedRamp and CMMI support. We have resources that can help you obtain and maintain compliance with the rules and regulations of the industry.
Intellectual Property (IP) rights are critical for innovative technologists. OTA's allow for enhanced IP protection, and we have built a bench of legal experts prepared to support our membership.
We understand that capital is the lifeblood of a business. Our deep knowledge of the financial markets coupled with an unparalleled rolodex of capital providers means our members can always count on access to a multitude of capital sources – from venture capital to off-balance sheet structures to acquisition financing.
As innovators that are building cutting-edge technologies, we appreciate the value our membership can bring to the federal and commercial sectors. We work with the best advisors in the industry who have represented both buy- and sell-side engagements in the Mergers & Acquisitions world.
We understand the needs of growing small businesses. From pursuing new work (proposal support, recruiting), to contract mobilization (human capital, benefits) to resource planning (risk management, SCIF space, and more), we have resources that small businesses need to thrive.
Past Events
Registrations have closed
In a post-COVID world, we’ve learned securing the supply chain is more critical than ever. CMMC is here to stay, so join us for a panel of experts to discuss the new normal.
- CMMC: let’s get real – what do I need to do?
- What are other contractors doing from an implementation perspective?
- How has the implementation timeline changed post-COVID?
- Where does my business face the greatest risks?
- I provide mission-critical work – what do I need to be aware of?
- What resources do I have access to?
Replay Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krqVjn-XFMM&feature=youtu.be
Date And Time
Tuesday, June 16, 2020
13:30:00 - 14:30:00
13:30:00 - 14:30:00
Location
Virtual
Registrations have closed
We spend thousands of dollars and countless hours on B&P – but do you really know how the government customer will choose to buy from you? Let’s take a look behind the curtain and hear from former and current government acquisition officials as they discuss the evaluation process from the government customer point of view. Learn how the government views compliance, strengths and weaknesses, risk and other factors that make up an evaluation. We’ll also include a forensic analysis of actual “competitive one-bids” to improve future acquisitions.
Date And Time
Thursday, February 06, 2020
08:30:00 - 13:00:00
08:30:00 - 13:00:00
Location
Virtual
Registrations have closed
Join us for matchmaking with large primes and integrators who are looking to team with SDVOSBs. Meet General Dynamics, Booz Allen, Accenture Federal, ECS Federal and more.
Date And Time
Thursday, November 07, 2019
10:00:00 - 13:00:00
10:00:00 - 13:00:00
Location
GSA Headquarters
Registrations have closed
Proposal Pricing for SCA
- Complications & Risks
On-Boarding Incumbent Staff
- Gotchas
Fringe Costs
- Where to Save, Where to Spend
On-Going Management
- REIs, Unions, Labor complaints
Surviving a DoL Audit
Date And Time
Wednesday, September 25, 2019
08:00:00 - 13:30:00
08:00:00 - 13:30:00
Location
Virtual
Registrations have closed
There is strength in numbers and our pack is strong! Join govmates and Wolf Den Associates for the govmates Institute for a half-day educational opportunity dedicated to helping you win more work.
In GovCon, we need to run with the strongest of the pack to reap the benefit of the hunt.
ASSESS the opportunity
CAPTURE the proposal
BID to WIN
Assess, Capture & Win: Practical Win Lessons from The Pack will help you focus your skills to increase customer engagement, win strategy, competitive analysis, teaming, solution development and proposal writing. Also, you’ll be able to network with fellow government contractors.
Date And Time
Wednesday, June 05, 2019
08:00:00 - 13:00:00
08:00:00 - 13:00:00
Location
Virtual
Registrations have closed
The Difference: The VETS agenda is crafted by Veterans already doing business with the Federal government—Veteran Entrepreneurs who have walked in your shoes.
VETS 19 will bring together Federal agencies, Prime contractors, and Veterans to discuss how to take full advantage of the Federally mandated contracting opportunities set aside specifically for Veteran-owned small businesses.
Do you run a Veteran-owned or service-disabled Veteran-owned small business (VOSB/SDVOSB) and want to work with the government? Or do you want to team with a Veteran-owned company but aren’t sure how? Are you ready to take your business to the next level?
The National Veteran Small Business Coalitions has created VETS to help you accomplish your small business goals. The conference will provide you with the information you need to navigate the Federal acquisition process – from the government perspective as well as from successful veteran small business owners.
VETS connects thriving Veteran business owners with emerging Veteran entrepreneurs to expose the knowledge needed to acquire government contracts and teaming opportunities. While attending, also expect to network with government agencies, large companies, and potential clients and customers.
Veterans who have attained success are one of the best resources to help other Veterans follow suit. Register Now and see your small business succeed!
Date And Time
Wednesday, May 29, 2019
13:00:00 - 15:30:00
13:00:00 - 15:30:00
Location
Registrations have closed
Date And Time
Thursday, May 23, 2019
13:00:00 - 15:00:00
13:00:00 - 15:00:00
Location
Honolulu, HI
Registrations have closed
Join us at the 2019 AFCEA Homeland Security Conference in Washington, DC for matchmaking with DHS procurement reps and industry primes.
Date And Time
Monday, April 22, 2019
13:30:00 - 03:30:00
13:30:00 - 03:30:00
Location
Registrations have closed
Growth: It’s Not Personal, It’s Just Business
- Maximizing your WOSB status
- GSA Schedules: Take advantage of the Vehicle
- Key IDIQ Contracts to Target
Teaming: Keep your Friends Close, and your Enemies Closer
- Teaming Agreements & Contracts
- How to protect your house when dealing with large partners
Exit Strategy & Profit Maximization: I’m Gonna Make Him an Offer He Can’t Refuse
- Tax Reform & Accounting
- Mergers & Acquisitions
- Exit Strategies
- Financing and Liquidity Options
Date And Time
Wednesday, March 27, 2019
09:00:00 - 14:00:00
09:00:00 - 14:00:00
Location
Virtual
Registrations have closed
- How to Compensate your Business Development Professionals, Executive Compensation Tips
- How to Win via Price to Win, Competitive Intelligence & Strategic Pricing
- You’ve Won – Now What? Mobilization and Ramp-Up
- SCA Compliance & Gotchas
Date And Time
Wednesday, November 14, 2018
08:00:00 - 12:00:00
08:00:00 - 12:00:00
Location
Virtual
Registrations have closed
Purgatory: That Awful Time Between Proposal Submission and Award
- BAFOs, How to respond to govt requests/questions, FAR compliance, “Gotchas,” and How
to maintain employment of key personnel while awaiting award
30 to 60 Day Transition / Contract Award & Ramp-Up
- Recruiting & Operations (Transition Planning, Rebadging, Quality Planning, Customer
Interaction), Contracts (Sub-K’s, Negotiations), Accounting (Accounting System Set-Up,
Billing Requirements, Types of Contracts)
Now That You’ve Won – How Do You Pay for It?
- Alternative lending options beyond your bank and line of credit: Receivables &
Unbilled Financing, Term and Bridge Loans, Purchase Order & Equipment Financing
Capture & Business Development for FY2019
- What capture should you be focused on through December? Strategic Planning and
Key Opportunities
Date And Time
Thursday, September 06, 2018
08:00:00 - 12:00:00
08:00:00 - 12:00:00
Location
Virtual
Registrations have closed
- How to compensate your executive team
- Other Transaction Authority (OTAs)
- To protest or not to protest?
- Price to Win, Pricing Strategies for Growth
- Recruiting in the Intelligence Community
- How to churn and burn proposals with limited resources
- Other ways to liquidity beyond selling your SDVOSB
- SDVOSB procurement opportunities on the horizon
Date And Time
Wednesday, June 06, 2018
08:00:00 - 17:00:00
08:00:00 - 17:00:00
Location
Virtual#NotYourMothersMatchmaking
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