HHS Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (HHS OSDBU)

📣 Exciting news! The U.S. Small Business Administration has officially launched MySBACertifications! This is now your one-stop platform for all small business certifications! Apply for multiple certifications with just one streamlined application. ✔️ Get certified and start doing business with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services: https://lnkd.in/gTpS3Wzk #SmallBusiness #MySBA #Certifications #GovernmentContracts #HHSSmallBusinessGrowth

GROW with HHS: Get Ready for Procurement Opportunities! Are you a new entrant small business looking to do business the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) We are hosting our quarterly Get Ready for Procurement Opportunities With (G.R.O.W) HHS for Fiscal Year 2025. 📅 Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2024 ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM 🌐 Where: Virtual (via Zoom) Join us for an insightful session tailored for new entrant small businesses. Start the new fiscal year on a journey for success! We'll guide you through learning more about HHS in order to help you position your business for success! **This session is exclusive to new entrant small businesses.** Pre-Registration is required. Don’t miss out—secure your spot today! 🔗 Registration Opens at 4:00 pm TODAY: https://lnkd.in/d7cySA-s #SmallBusiness #HHSOpportunities #Procurement #GROWwithHHS #NewEntrants

HHS OSDBU was excited to be part of the Association of the United States Army - AUSA Annual Meeting 2024! Our team participated in 1:1 matchmaking sessions with small and socioeconomic businesses, fostering connections and opportunities. We also supported the Department of Army Office of Small Business Programs during their small business training sessions. We look forward to engaging with industry partners and driving small business success! #AUSA2024 #SmallBusiness #SupportingSmallBusiness

🌟 NCMA Woodlawn Chapter: Proud Sponsor of 'Looking Ahead at CMS for 2025'! 🌟 We were thrilled to partner with Shelley McGuire and OrangeSlices AI for their sold-out event, "Looking Ahead at CMS for 2025." 🎉 Attendees gained valuable insights through four expert-led panels covering key topics such as CMS, GSA, HHS policy, budgeting, and the future of federal healthcare contracting. A huge thank you to Shelley McGuire for hosting such an insightful day, and special recognition to our Small Business Specialist, Anita Allen for representing HHS-CMS & NIH! 🙌 We’re excited to keep the conversation going and collaborate with the NCMA Woodlawn Chapter to help shape the future of federal healthcare contracting. 💼💡 #CMS2025 #HealthcareContracting #FederalHealthcare #NCMAWoodlawn #GovernmentPolicy #FutureOfHealthcare

“On #ColumbusDay and #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we honor the spirit of resilience, innovation, and leadership within the small business community. Today, we recognize the entrepreneurs who create opportunities, foster cultural preservation, and drive positive change. Their dedication showcases the enduring strength of both tradition and progress. #IndigenousPeople #Entrepreneurship #ColumbusDay #SmallBusiness”

The HHS ACF Government Contracting Services (GCS), is proud to host their Business Collaboration Summit (BCS) November 19, 2024. This will be the first of many summits to foster stronger partnerships with small and large businesses. This particular summit will focus on Training and Technical Assistance (T/TA) services, a vital area for ACF's mission. During this event, ACF will introduce its new strategic contracting vehicles, starting with an Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) dedicated to T/TA support, and provide insights into the ACF 360 initiative. Small and large businesses will have the opportunity to learn about upcoming opportunities and contribute to shaping the structure of future T/TA contracts at ACF. Lastly, this summit will equip small businesses with the knowledge to be a stronger in this industry. #Summit #government #industry #networking #T/TA #Business #smallbuisness #largebusiness Register here: https://lnkd.in/eSnxycYj

📅 Save the Date! Join the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) Office of Acquisition and Grants Management (OAGS) for its Industry Day on Tuesday, December 17, 2024! HHS and CMS senior leaders will share mission priorities and agency trends. Federal experts will present on new initiatives and policies impacting CMS acquisitions. Anita Allen Explore hybrid and in-person options! 🗓️ Registration Dates: • Opens: October 15, 2024 • Closes: December 6, 2024 at 5:00 pm (EST) 🔗 Register Here: https://lnkd.in/en6RxEmt Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect and engage! #CMSIndustryDay #SaveTheDate #OAGSIndustryDay2024

Women's Small Business Month is an annual observance throughout October to celebrate and recognize the achievements of women entrepreneurs and their contributions to the economy. In 1972, there were a little over 400,000 women-owned businesses in the United States. Today, there are over 13 million women-owned businesses and counting. Every October, HHS OSDBU honors the milestone achievements of today’s women-owned businesses.    🙌 Join us in celebrating the hard work and success of women entrepreneurs this #WomeninBusiness!”Eronica Dew Mariko Bennett Dr. Karen Clarke-Bennett Women Impacting Public Policy (WIPP) WBENC Stacey Mollison-LMG Nancy Norton Francine Morris Alice Williams Arielle Douglas The BOW Collective U.S. Black Women's Chamber of Commerce

🎉 Happy New Fiscal Year from HHS OSDBU! 🎉 As we begin this new chapter, let’s celebrate the successes of small and socioeconomic busine throughout the federal government and reflect on the lessons that have shaped us. Together, we can empower small businesses and create lasting impact. Let’s make this fiscal year count! 💼✨ What's next? How will you make this year even better? We want to hear from you! #NEWFY #NEWFISCALYEAR #SmallBizSuccess #InspireChange

I’m thrilled to announce that Shannon Jackson, HHS OSDBU Director will be speaking at the GovCon Giants 2024 Contracting Connections Summit + Matchmaking Sessions on November 14&15, 2024, in Miami Beach, Florida! This event brings together 600+ attendees, 30+ federal agencies, and 45+ industry experts to connect, share insights, and create opportunities for small businesses in the federal procurement space.  When: November 14 & 15, 2024  Where: Fontainebleau Hotel, Miami Beach Join us to learn about the latest strategies in government contracting, business growth, and innovation. You’ll have the chance to connect with key federal agencies like the HHS, NASA, FAA, US Army, and more. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to network and collaborate with industry leaders and federal decision-makers. I’m excited to share insights and actionable advice.  Register now and let’s build the future of government contracting together!  [Link to registration: gcgsummit.eventbrite.com] #GCGSummit2024 #GovCon #FederalContracting #SmallBusinessSuccess #MiamiEvent #BusinessGrowth #Networking