Inactive Total Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5)

REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) AND SOURCES SOUGHT Notice (SSN) Small Business (SB) “Outreach” Notification The United States Department of Agriculture / Rural Development (USDA/RD), Procurement Managem... REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI) AND SOURCES SOUGHT Notice (SSN) Small Business (SB) “Outreach” Notification The United States Department of Agriculture / Rural Development (USDA/RD), Procurement Management Office (PMO) plans to host a Small Business “Outreach” event. The Small Business “Outreach” event is scheduled for Tuesday, May 16, 2023, from 10:00am to 4:00pm (Eastern Time). The event will be virtually hosted via Zoom for Government. This outreach and communication event is sponsored by USDA/RD/PMO in an effort to enhance learning, and promote doing business with USDA/RD. Note: This is a Small Business Outreach event therefore only SAM.GOV registered small businesses will be able to attend. In addition, Small Disadvantaged Business participation is highly encouraged! This event presents opportunity for Small Businesses to learn about the mission and unique requirements of USDA/RD, by bringing various Acquisition, Program and Technical Managers together for access with the Small Business Community. USDA/RD representatives will be in attendance to provide general and detailed information about current and upcoming contract opportunities for fiscal years 2023 and 2024. During this event, SB’s will have the opportunity to attend breakout sessions and engage in Questions and Answer discussions, helping to garner a better understanding of government needs and future contract requirements. Please see attached “Draft” (Subject to change) Agenda for further details. Please note: You must register at the link below to join the conference by Zoom For Government. Our events have limited capacity, and vendors are encouraged to register promptly. To register for this event, visit the following registration site: Register Now: Please register via link: Webinar Registration - Zoom (zoomgov.com) https://www.zoomgov.com/webinar/register/WN_gXn8npP5Sl25bMjKDF8gdw Thank you for your time and interest in making Small Business everyone’s business. Feel free to share comments and suggestions that might enhance the experience at our "drop box" (SM.RD.Small Business@USDA.gov) or contact Mr. Milbert (MAC) Crossland - Small Business Officer, (milbert.crossland@usda.gov). When sending a comment or suggestion, ensure Subject Title has your company name followed by "USDA Rural Development Small Business Virtual Outreach FY23" i.e. "Company Name - USDA Rural Development Small Business Virtual Outreach FY23" Sincerely, United States Department of Agriculture Rural Development Procurement Management Office Small Business Branch “Small Business has BIG IMPACT for America” Disclaimer: This REQUEST FOR INFORMATION (RFI)/SOURCES SOUGHT NOTICE (SSN) is for Small Business outreach, market research and planning purposes only, and shall not be considered to be an obligation by the Government to acquire any products or services. The purpose of this notice is for both Government and the Small Business Community to interact and gain information, knowledge, for planning purposes, regarding: (1) the availability and capability of qualified Small Business sources to perform the work, and (2) develop a better understanding of the requirements and opportunities available.