Date and Time
Tuesday Nov 10, 2026
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM CST
Location
Fees/Admission
No Fee
Website
Description
Meghann Buresh
1001 College Way, South Sioux City NE 68776-3934
Defense Industrial Base (DIB) Readiness, Government Contracting, Government Industrial Base (GIB) Readiness
Government agencies rely on a wide network of businesses to support their missions, but knowing where opportunities exist can be challenging.
Join the Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota APEX Accelerators for a unique opportunity to hear directly from contracting professionals from Offutt Air Force Base (AFB) and the Iowa National Guard. Speakers will discuss current and upcoming procurement priorities, the type of products and services their organizations purchase, and the NAICS codes most relevant to their contracting needs.
Gain insights into
- Current and upcoming contracting priorities at Offutt AFB and Iowa National Guard
- Products, services, and capabilities agencies are seeking
- NAICS codes aligned with agency needs
- Whether your businesses is best positioned as prime contractor or subcontractor
- Opportunities within the supply chain
- How to connect with agency representatives and position your business for success
- Resources available through the APEX Accelerator Network
Who Should Attend?
Businesses interested in supporting the missions of Offutt AFB and the Iowa National Guard, including those providing:
- Construction and trade services
- Manufacturing and industrial products
- Maintenance and repair services
- Facility support services
- Food and catering services
Not sure if your business is a fit? Contact your local APEX Accelerator consultant to learn more about the products, services, and capabilities Offutt AFB and the Iowa National Guard are seeking.
Following the presentations, attendees will participate in small-group roundtable discussions with agency representatives, providing the opportunity to ask questions, discuss capabilities, and gain direct insight into contracting opportunities.
Event is co-hosted by Northeast Community College, South Sioux City Area Chamber of Commerce & Tourism, CIRAS, Nebraska APEX Accelerator, and South Dakota APEX Accelerator


