Second Annual DHA INDUSTRY DAY 24 April 2025

The Defense Health Agency (DHA) has issued a Special Notice for its Second Annual DHA Industry Day scheduled for April 24, 2025, at Fort Detrick, Maryland. The event will take place in the Auditorium of Building 1520 from 0800-1600 EST and is part of the Defense Acquisition System's strategic approach to managing national technology and program investments. This industry day is focused on supporting the United States Armed Forces' national security objectives by facilitating interaction between DoD personnel and vendors. The notice was published on February 4, 2025, with a due date matching the event date of April 24, 2025. The event will involve presentations from DHA and Fort Detrick medical logistics command personnel.

The primary purpose of this Industry Day is to improve understanding of the acquisition process and ensure comprehensive knowledge of statutory and regulatory requirements for both DoD personnel and vendors. Contractors are invited to participate and can register through an Eventbrite link provided in the notice. The event is not set aside for any specific contractor type, suggesting broad eligibility for participation. Presentations will focus on explaining the unique roles within the acquisition chain and how vendors can effectively engage with DoD procurement processes. The objective is to acquire quality products that satisfy user needs, demonstrate measurable mission capability improvements, and ensure fair and reasonable pricing. By bringing together DoD representatives and industry vendors, the event aims to enhance communication, transparency, and understanding of the complex defense acquisition landscape.