U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), Office of Acquisition (OA), Industry Partnership and Outreach Program (IPOP): FY25 Industry Day for the Office of Trade (OT)

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security, through U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Office of Acquisition and the Industry Partnership and Outreach Program, will host a virtual Industry Day on October 24, 2024, focused on the Office of Trade. This event, held via Microsoft Teams, will run from 9:30 AM to 12:00 PM EST and aims to inform industry participants about the Office of Trade's portfolio, current capabilities, and future needs. Industry representatives are encouraged to register via the provided link, submit questions one week prior to the event, and review briefing slides that will be posted about ten days before the session. The Industry Day is designed as an informational outreach and is not a request for proposals or a procurement action; no awards or payments will be made based on participation or information shared. The event also serves as a resource for small businesses interested in engaging with CBP, offering training opportunities to help them understand how to conduct business with the agency. The point of contact for any inquiries related to the Industry Day includes Demetrius Smith and Luz Ivette Jorge, reachable via the specified procurement email. The notice emphasizes that this Industry Day is for informational purposes only and does not constitute a contractual commitment by the government. The event and associated materials seek to foster industry understanding and collaboration ahead of fiscal year 2025 activities within the Office of Trade.