ChallengeHER Forum

The Department of Energy's Office of Small & Disadvantaged Business Utilization is hosting the ChallengeHER FY 2016 and Beyond Procurement Opportunities forum, a half-day event held in Washington, DC. Scheduled from 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at DOE's Main Auditorium, this is the third annual gathering aimed at educating and empowering small businesses, particularly women-owned enterprises, about federal contracting opportunities within the DOE. Sponsored by DOE, the U.S. Small Business Administration, Women Impacting Public Policy, and American Express OPEN, the event features two key sessions: a DOE panel discussing upcoming procurement opportunities and guidance on bidding processes, and a panel of women business owners actively engaged in the Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) program sharing best practices and real-world experiences. Participants will gain valuable insights into navigating DOE’s contracting landscape, network with peer mentors and fellow small business owners, and learn directly from federal buyers and successful women entrepreneurs. The event is free but has limited seating, encouraging early registration via the provided link. Additional contact information is available for those seeking further details. This forum represents a significant opportunity for small businesses to connect with DOE procurement officials and increase their visibility within federal contracting opportunities.