Small Business Outreach & Engagement Services

The contract seeks to facilitate virtual and in-person outreach events aimed at strengthening connections between the Department of Veterans Affairs and small, veteran-owned, and disadvantaged businesses. The initiative is managed by the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization and focuses on enhancing engagement through strategic events that promote awareness, access, and participation in VA contracting opportunities. Services required include planning, organizing, and executing events that effectively communicate VA programs and resources to target business communities, ensuring equitable outreach across diverse geographic and demographic groups. The solicitation is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541611, which pertains to management consulting services, indicating that the work involves advisory and coordination efforts rather than direct procurement or service delivery. The opportunity was posted on May 5, 2026, with a response deadline of June 9, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. There is no designated set-aside classification, and no specific place of performance or point of contact is provided, suggesting flexibility in where the outreach activities may occur and how contractors will be contacted during the proposal process. Contractors are expected to demonstrate experience in event facilitation, veteran business engagement, and the ability to scale outreach efforts across multiple platforms.