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Collaborative Success: Building Strong Teams for OTA Consortia Opportunities – Webinar
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_rnbbHRoSS3OONjqP6BxrHg
The government contracting space is evolving—and small businesses and nontraditional defense contractors (NTAs) are uniquely positioned to lead the charge. Join govmates and ATI on June 25th for an engaging webinar on how OTA agreements are transforming access to federal innovation opportunities—and how ATI helps small businesses thrive in this space. Through its proven model of consortium management and strategic collaboration, ATI helps emerging innovators bypass traditional barriers, connect with the Department of Defense and other federal agencies, and bring cutting-edge solutions to market faster.
In this session, you’ll learn:
• How OTAs differ from FAR-based contracts—and what makes them especially valuable for small businesses
• ATI’s role in managing mission-focused consortia that open doors to real-time government needs
• Steps to join a consortium, align with DoD priorities, and team with other innovators to compete and win
Whether you’re just entering the federal arena or looking to expand your footprint, this webinar offers clear, actionable insights on how ATI supports your success through flexible, innovation-driven acquisition.
Date And Time
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
1:00pm - 2:00pm UTC
1:00pm - 2:00pm UTC
Location
Virtual 850 people viewed this event.
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Register here: https://govmates.com/event/ati-virtual-matchmaking-2025/
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Date And Time
Thursday, July 10, 2025
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
Location
Virtual 683 people viewed this event.
Navigating the Federal Marketplace: A Guide to Finding and Winning Contracts
Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_jJ_6e_WITN-CUwfGu8Mjxw
Are you ready to break into the federal contracting space or expand your government business portfolio? Join ATI Education for a practical, insight-packed webinar designed to help businesses of all sizes understand and succeed in the federal marketplace. This session will guide participants through the essential steps of identifying contract opportunities, understanding agency needs, and positioning your company to win. From registering in SAM.gov to interpreting solicitations and crafting competitive proposals, this webinar will demystify the federal procurement process and equip you with actionable strategies to stand out from the competition.
Key Takeaways:
An overview of how the federal contracting process works
Tools and platforms to find contract opportunities
How to assess and respond to solicitations
Tips for creating a winning proposal
Common pitfalls to avoid when entering the federal market
Whether you’re new to government contracting or looking to improve your win rate, this webinar offers valuable guidance to help you navigate and thrive in this competitive space.
Date And Time
Wednesday, August 06, 2025
- UTC
- UTC
Location
VirtualRegistration End Date
2025-08-06 150 people viewed this event.
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Attending the RRPV and BioMaP-Consortium Joint General Membership Meeting? Join us for matchmaking.
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Date And Time
Tuesday, August 26, 2025
3:00pm - 5:00pm ET
3:00pm - 5:00pm ET
Location
Hyatt Regency Crystal City: 2799 Richmond Highway Arlington, VA 22202 283 people viewed this event.
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Date And Time
Thursday, August 14, 2025
2:30pm - 4:30pm CT
2:30pm - 4:30pm CT
Location
400 Regency Park, O'Fallon, IL 62269 244 people viewed this event.
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Date And Time
Tuesday, September 09, 2025
2:30pm - 4:30pm ET
2:30pm - 4:30pm ET
Location
Walter E. Washington Convention Center 3370 people viewed this event.
govmates members (government contractors) only! Join us for our Fourth 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 10th
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: TBD
Cost: $25
Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/govmates-fiscal-year-end-fiesta-4th-annual-tickets-1399784355689
Date And Time
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
5:30pm - 7:30pm UTC
5:30pm - 7:30pm UTC
Location
DMV 2670 people viewed this event.
Save the date for matchmaking (govmates-style) at AUSA.
Date And Time
Monday, October 13, 2025
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
2:00pm - 4:00pm ET
Location
Walter E. Washington Convention Center 3370 people viewed this event.
govmates members (government contractors) only! Join us for our third 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 3rd
Time: 5:00 – 7:30 PM
Location: Cushman & Wakefield, Amenity Space 1800 Tysons Blvd, McLean, VA 22102
Cost: $25
Date And Time
Wednesday, December 03, 2025
- UTC
- UTC
Location
Cushman & Wakefield Amenity Space: 1800 Tyson's Blvd, Mclean, VAMatchmaking 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
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Are you an ATI Consortia Member? Join us for a discussion on safeguarding and protecting your Intellectual Property. This discussion will include:
– The importance of developing comprehensive IP strategies.
– Common IP issues for startups receiving federal R&D funding.
– Examples and considerations for protecting and sharing data with teammates.
– An active Q&A session to answer your burning questions.
Want to attend? Email ati@govmates.com and we’ll share the registration link.
Date And Time
Wednesday, August 24, 2022
1:00pm - 2:00pm ET
1:00pm - 2:00pm ET
Location
Virtual
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Are you an ATI Consortia Member? Join us for a discussion on best practices for subcontracting on federal projects (flow down clauses, key terms, pass through claims, liquidating agreements, etc.),
Want to attend? Email ati@govmates.com and we’ll share the registration link.
Date And Time
Wednesday, July 27, 2022
1:00pm - 2:00pm ET
1:00pm - 2:00pm ET
Location
Virtual
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Date And Time
Tuesday, July 26, 2022
9:00am - 12:00pm CT
9:00am - 12:00pm CT
Location
Virtual
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Join us for virtual matchmaking sessions for ATI consortia members only.
In order to be eligible to participate in virtual matchmaking sessions, please register for matchmaking via the red button on this page. Once you have created a matchmaking profile, you will be notified of your matchmaking sessions no later than Friday, June 17, 2022.
Please note matchmaking sessions are not guaranteed – matches will be facilitated based upon company information you provide in your matchmaking profile and the needs of participating primes and buyers.
All virtual matchmaking sessions will take place via Microsoft Teams in a web browser. The Microsoft Teams app is not required.
Already a govmates member? Please click the red “Register” button on this page to sign into your existing profile and register for the event.
Questions? Email us at ati@govmates.com
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Date And Time
Tuesday, June 21, 2022
1:00pm - 3:15pm ET
1:00pm - 3:15pm ET
Location
Virtual
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Ready to learn more about OTAs? Not sure which OTA consortium to join? What to expect on our webinar:
- Each presentation is detailed and interactive
- The history and components of OTAs
- Types of OTAs currently being used
- How OTAs are used in partnership with industry and consortia
- Benefits for government, industry, and academia
- Information on how you can get involved
- A pair of OTA experts from ATI are the presenters of this webinar
Register: https://ati.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_z9YniC1HQtSOtEWT2BJhHQ
Date And Time
Thursday, June 16, 2022
12:00pm - 1:00pm ET
12:00pm - 1:00pm ET
Location
Virtual
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govmates members (government contractors) only! Join us for an afternoon 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: Thursday, June 9
Time: 5pm-8pm
Location: WeWork – 1201 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA
Cost: $25
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Date And Time
Thursday, June 09, 2022
5:00pm - 8:00pm ET
5:00pm - 8:00pm ET
Location
1201 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA
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Are you an ATI Consortia Member? Join us for a discussion with Tan Wilson of Entellect on how to communicate with competency and quality when selling your products and solutions to the Government. It’s not the WHAT or the WHO, but it’s the WHY and the HOW.
Takeaways from this session include:
- Understanding the different Government contracting vehicles and bid opportunities for your relevant technical capabilities and products;
- Learn approaches to demonstrating your competencies, solutions and products to meet the Government’s needs;
- Learn how to select the appropriate past performance references to meet the similar size, scope and complexity requirements.
Ready to join us? Email ati@govmates.com and we’ll share the registration link.
Date And Time
Wednesday, May 25, 2022
1:00pm - 2:00pm ET
1:00pm - 2:00pm ET
Location
Virtual
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Join us for matchmaking sessions during SOFIC 2022 in Tampa, FL.
In order to be eligible to participate in matchmaking sessions, please register for matchmaking via the red button on this page. Once you have created a matchmaking profile, you will be notified of your matchmaking sessions no later than Friday, May 13, 2022.
Matchmaking will take place in 15-minute increments.
Please note matchmaking sessions are not guaranteed – matches will be facilitated based upon company information you provide in your matchmaking profile and the needs of participating primes and government representatives.
Already a govmates member? No problem – shoot us a note so we can use your existing profile for matchmaking at this event.
Questions? Email us at matchmaker@govmates.com
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Date And Time
Tuesday, May 17, 2022
3:00pm - 5:00pm ET
3:00pm - 5:00pm ET
Location
Westin Tampa Waterside (Coral Reef Room) - 725 S Harbour Island Blvd, Tampa, FL
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We get it – we’re all ready to get back at it. But, this is NOT business as usual. Let’s #DoThingsDifferently to grow our businesses in ways we haven’t done before. Let’s be efficient and effective while still building with a purpose.
AGENDA
Alternative Acquisition Vehicles: Not your mother’s FAR-based options, let’s talk about leverage OTA’s and the 30+ OTA consortia to bring you new customers and partners.
Procurement Trends You Need to Know: No more butts-in-seats work. What is the government buying in support of its evolving needs?
Don’t be a #BasicBid: Let’s bid things differently. Ghost the competition. Be proactive about your supply chain security. Write proposals like you mean it.
M&A Reality Check: Yes, there’s been a ton of consolidation in the govcon space. So, who’s still buying? And, what are the buying? And can they buy YOU?
Register at www.govmates.com/institute
Date And Time
Tuesday, April 26, 2022
8:00am - 1:00pm ET
8:00am - 1:00pm ET
Location
Tyson's Corner, VA
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Date And Time
Tuesday, March 29, 2022
1:00pm - 3:15pm ET
1:00pm - 3:15pm ET
Location
Virtual
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Are you a manufacturing firm based in the Midwest looking to support the federal government? Join us for a virtual matchmaking event with large primes and organizations with subcontracting and teaming needs.
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Date And Time
Tuesday, March 15, 2022
1:00pm - 3:00pm CT
1:00pm - 3:00pm CT
Location
Virtual
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Join us for matchmaking at the Global SOF Foundation Special Air Warfare Symposium — February 22-24, 2022.
To be eligible to participate in matchmaking at this event, please register for the Symposium at https://saws.gsofsymposium.org/
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Date And Time
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
3:00pm - 5:00pm CT
3:00pm - 5:00pm CT
Location
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach - Aruba Room
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In conjunction with Innovate Huntsville Week, the SBIR & STTR Virtual Summit features matchmaking sessions on Tuesday, February 22 from 9am – 11am CST. Ready to meet new representatives from the federal government? Register today!
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Date And Time
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
9:00am - 11:00am CT
9:00am - 11:00am CT
Location
Virtual
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Replay Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5z62qLEX8jA
Date And Time
Thursday, February 03, 2022
- UTC
- UTC
Location
Virtual
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The CDCA Defense Summit is one of the largest defense-focused events on the East Coast, bringing together more than 1,400 Government, Military, Academia and Industry leaders to spark ideas, innovation, and solutions to our current and future National Defense digital challenges. Through Industry Exhibit Demos, Keynote Addresses, Innovation Spotlights, and High Energy Tech Exchanges, the Summit’s 2021 goal is to provide an opportunity for all representatives to form workforce partnerships which result in achieving a National Defense digital edge that no adversary can match.
Join us for matchmaking with government representatives, large systems integrators and primes in Charleston, SC.
Date And Time
Tuesday, December 07, 2021
- UTC
- UTC
Location
#NotYourMothersMatchmaking
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