R499--Small Business Event | Women Veteran-Owned Small Business Initiative Virtual Engagement Series | Cisco Webex June 10 | Amendment 5

The Department of Veterans Affairs Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization is hosting a virtual engagement series called "Operation Parachute" targeting Women Veteran-Owned Small Businesses (WVOSBs) from June 10 to July 15, 2025. The event will be conducted via Cisco Webex, running daily from 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. EST, with a focus on providing business development skills and federal contracting opportunities. Participants will learn about articulating business value, writing capability statements, understanding contract vehicles, market research, solicitation preparation, and financial responsibility. The program covers multiple NAICS codes and is designed to help women veteran-owned businesses enhance their federal contracting capabilities. Registration is required through the VetBiz website, with a response deadline of June 9, 2025.

The pre-solicitation notice does not indicate a specific set-aside designation and explicitly states that it is an informational event, not a formal solicitation. The engagement series will include six weeks of learning sessions, culminating in a capstone event with individual group presentations focusing on CEO messaging, capability alignment, and financial readiness. While no specific award value or budget range is mentioned, the program aims to support women veteran-owned businesses across various industries, including computer systems design services, medical equipment wholesaling, and related sectors. The training series will cover procurement strategies and help businesses develop comprehensive profiles for potential federal contract opportunities. Participants will receive detailed guidance on preparing competitive proposals and understanding federal contracting processes.