Focus
The event will be structured as a working dialogue between USACE, SBA, small and large businesses focused on how changes in acquisition, contracting, and project delivery are affecting upcoming opportunities. The event will combine short context-setting program updates with facilitated discussion on delivery models, project packaging, teaming, small business participation, market research, and how industry engagement can better inform USACE acquisition decisions before solicitations are finalized.

Participating Agencies
USACE Kansas City District | SBA

When
Wednesday, November 18th, 2026
9:30am - 12:30pm

Where
Kauffman Foundation Conference Center
4801 Rockhill Rd.
Kansas City, MO 64110

Agenda

9:30 AM	Welcome, Introductions & Event Objectives – SAME welcome, recognition of government and industry participants, and introduction of SAME KU Student Chapter attendees.
9:40 AM	USACE Kansas City District Program Update – Overview of upcoming programs, major opportunities, acquisition outlook, and areas where future industry engagement may be valuable.
10:00 AM	Changing Acquisition & Project Delivery – Discussion of evolving acquisition and delivery approaches, followed by selected project examples and dialogue on delivery strategy, packaging, teaming, competition, and industry input.
10:50 AM	Break & Networking – Light snacks; Opportunity for government, industry, and KU students to connect and continue informal discussion.
11:20 AM	Small Business, Market Research & Industry Engagement – SBA and USACE updates followed by facilitated discussion on small business participation, market research, sources-sought responses, industry days, and improving government-industry engagement.
12:15 PM	Closing Remarks & Key Takeaways
12:20 PM	Networking – Continued discussion among government, industry, and KU student participants.

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