Enterprise Sourcing Group (ESG) Dialogue with Industry

Added: Oct 13, 2011 10:21 am

Synopsis: The Enterprise Sourcing Group (ESG) at Wright Patterson AFB, OH, is charged with executing installation strategic sourcing for 71 Continental United States (CONUS) Air Force bases. The ESG will host an event to inform U.S. industry of its mission, the growing role of strategic sourcing in the US Air Force, and current and future strategic sourcing opportunities.
Event Title: Enterprise Sourcing Group (ESG) Dialogue with Industry
Event Theme: Strategically Partnering with Industry to Improve Efficiency
Date: 25-26 Oct 2011

Location: The Hope Hotel and Conference Center
Building 823, Area A
Dayton, OH 45402
WPAFB, OH 45433-5000
(937) 879-2696
This event provides the unique opportunity for current and prospective suppliers to:
• Learn more about the growing importance of strategic sourcing in the U.S. Air Force and the Department of Defense.
• Learn about the ESG, its mission, and its role in Air Force acquisition.
• Learn about current and future Air Force installation business opportunities.
• Create partnerships with other USAF contractors.
• Gain an understanding of the role of small business in USAF strategic sourcing.
• Meet with USAF personnel who are developing commodity sourcing strategies.
• Provide suggestions and input into installation sourcing strategies.
• Provide suggestions for USAF cost savings opportunities in installation sourcing.

The first day of this event consists of organizational and commodity council briefings. The second day offers opportunities for meetings between industry, commodity sourcing managers and squadron representatives.
The (ESG) is responsible for the oversight, management, and execution of CONUS installation enterprise-wide strategic sourcing and acquisition solutions. Strategic sourcing initiatives include Air Force acquisition of the following products and services: civil engineering, force protection, information technology, medical service, furnishings (office and dormitory furniture), office supplies, fitness equipment, domestic shipping, and advisory and assistance services.
In addition to strategic sourcing, the ESG manages enterprise-wide operational installation contracting support for the Air Force Center for Engineering and the Environment (AFCEE), Air Force Civil Engineering Support Agency (AFCESA), Defense Technical Information Center (DTIC), Air Force Medical Support Agency (AFMSA) and Air Force Medical Operations Agency (AFMOA).
The event is co-sponsored by the Dayton Area Defense Contractors Association (DaytonDefense).

To register for this event or for additional information, please visit: www.esgdialogue.org.
Address other questions to: Ms. Deborah Goss, DaytonDefense Executive Director at:
937-426-5242
Deborah@dgrossconsulting.com.

This event is for information and planning purposes only. It is not related to any specific solicitation and shall not be construed as a form of commitment by the Government for any reason. This event is not associated with any particular NAICS Code.

Contracting Office Address:
Building 1
1940 Allbrook Dr

Wright Patterson AFB, Ohio 45433-5006
United States