LAGUARDIA APEX ACCELERATOR

Honoring Indigenous Peoples' Day-celebrating the history, culture, and resilience of Native communities.

Happy Columbus Day! Celebrating the spirit of exploration and discovery! 🚢

Today, we celebrate the incredible impact of APEX Accelerators and the dedication of the 90+ centers across the nation helping businesses enter and thrive in the government supply chain. These APEX Accelerators play a vital role in connecting businesses of all sizes with opportunities in the federal marketplace, guiding them through complex procurement processes, and opening doors to contracts that drive economic growth. A big thank you to the entire APEX Accelerators network for your tireless commitment to empowering businesses with the tools, knowledge, and support they need to succeed. Your work is instrumental in strengthening local economies and fostering innovation across industries. Learn more and find your local APEX Accelerator: https://lnkd.in/ep3797fC #DoD #APEXDay2024 #APEXAccelerators #GovCon #SupplyChain #BusinessGrowth #EconomicImpact #smallbusiness #partners #procurement

Explore the SBA Mentor Protégé Program and how Joint Venture Agreements can boost your success in government contracting! Join the workshop to learn about mentorship, eligibility, and steps to grow your small business on October 10th. Link: https://lnkd.in/eGiyXEBR U.S. Small Business Administration

GENERAL FOREIGN OWNERSHIP, CONTROL, OR INFLUENCE (FOCI) INFORMATION TO AID OFFERORS PROPOSING ON AN OFFICE OF ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (EM) PROCUREMENT A FOCI determination and Facility Clearance (FCL) are required when the contract or subcontract to be awarded is expected to require employees to have access authorizations. If required by the terms of a solicitation, an Offeror will be required to undergo a FOCI review. The objective of this process is to ensure that DOE and its contractors engaged in DOE activities are eligible for access to, and meet the requirements to possess, secure, and protect DOE assets and conduct security activities on behalf of DOE. While the FOCI and FCL programs are primarily focused on ensuring that a foreign entity is not granted access to classified information or special nuclear material (SNM) that would put our national security at risk, these programs are also employed if the contractor will require unescorted access to security areas, work with other hazardous materials presenting a potential radiological, chemical, or biological sabotage threat, or will manage DOE property of significant monetary value. Generally, the solicitation will include a provision (in Section L) for a FOCI determination and FCL if one of these situations is included in the work scope as determined by the Officially Designated Federal Security Authority (ODFSA) at the site.  https://lnkd.in/eqGCcDuq

DoD is proposing to establish requirements for a comprehensive and scalable assessment mechanism to ensure defense contractors and subcontractors have, as part of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Program , implemented required security measures to expand application of existing security requirements for Federal Contract Information (FCI) and add new Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) security requirements for certain priority programs. DoD currently requires covered defense contractors and subcontractors to implement the security protections set forth in the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Special Publication (SP) 800-171 Rev 2 to provide adequate security for sensitive unclassified DoD information that is processed, stored, or transmitted on contractor information systems and to document their implementation status, including any plans of action for any NIST SP 800-171 Rev 2 requirement not yet implemented, in a System Security Plan (SSP). The CMMC Program provides the Department the mechanism needed to verify that a defense contractor or subcontractor has implemented the security requirements at each CMMC Level and is maintaining that status across the contract period of performance, as required. https://lnkd.in/ejr9_hY3

Congratulations! LaGuardia Apex Accelerator is proud to be a partner. We look forward to supporting pre and post revenue entrepreneurs in their SBIR/STTR Journeys.

At the DoD Program Executive Officer (PEO) Summit yesterday, Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks emphasized the urgent need for acquisition professionals to move faster and embrace innovation to outcompete strategic rivals. For small businesses and acquisition professionals, key points from the DSD's remarks include leveraging flexible acquisition pathways, using commercial solutions, building strong partnerships, and avoiding complacency. She also stressed that collaboration across programs and agencies, combined with a focus on execution and delivery, is critical to maintaining the U.S. defense advantage. Full Remarks: https://lnkd.in/e8n9wwcN #DoD #acquisition #smallbusiness #collaboration

MTA's $68B capital plan funds improvements through 2029 The APEX ACCELERATOR TEAM is Ready, Willing, and Able to support the current and future suppliers of the MTA's Capital Plan. This plan can potentially create thousands of new jobs, billions in M/WBE, and Small Business spending Opportunities. Please connect with us for Free Government Contracting one-on-one assistance, let's win your next contract together. https://lnkd.in/eP2BhnRV

Celebrating the vibrant culture, history, and contributions of the Hispanic community. 🎉Hispanic Heritage Month 2024: Unity in Diversity and Strength!