"EXPANDING YOUR OPPORTUNITIES" -- US ARMY CORPS OF ENGINEERS CONFERENCE, DECEMBER 13-14, 1999 -- CRYSTAL CITY, VA The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers HQ, Small Business Office, is proud to announce and invite you to attend their the 3rd Annual "Expanding Your Opportunities" Conference, December 13 & 14, 1999 at the Crystal Gateway Marriott, 1700 Jefferson Davis Highway, Arlington, Virginia. All small businesses are encouraged to attend. This year's theme "Expanding Your Opportunities" will address important challenges and changes facing small businesses. U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is the Nation's premier engineering organization, providing comprehensive engineering, management and technical support to the Department of Defense, other agencies, and State and local governments. Small business plays an essential role in assisting the Corps in accomplishing its mission. Last year the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers awarded over $2 billion in direct contracts to small businesses. The format of this year's conference begins at one o'clock on Monday, December 13, 1999 with a general session concluding with an evening reception. Tuesday, December 14, 1999 will be devoted to an all day Business Opportunity Fair, concurrent breakout sessions addressing topics such as A-E Contracts, Working With SBA, Contracting Essentials, Information Technology, Construction Opportunities and a luncheon with a guest speaker. This premier conference brings together small business leaders and key USACE decision makers, from the top level to commanders in the field where acquisitions are conducted. It provides a forum for direct exchange of information and ideas between senior USACE officials and small business leaders. The Business Opportunity Fair, which is a significant feature of the conference, will outline future business opportunities available in buying commands. It is a unique opportunity to meet with all the Corps Division and District Commanders along with their Deputies for Small Business to address individual questions and concerns at their exhibit area. The Fair will be open all day on Tuesday, December 14, 1999 so you will have plenty of time to visit the exhibits and attend the breakout sessions of your choice. Target Audience: CEOs and senior executives of small business, small disadvantaged business and women-owned small business firms. Conference Purposes: This year's theme "Expanding Your Opportunities" will address important challenges and changes facing small business. As well as to enhance communication between USACE and small businesses, beginning with senior leaders of both communities and increase the small business community's knowledge of potential opportunities with USACE. If interested in receiving further information on the conference and/or registration form, please visit the conference web page at www.ncsievents.com. Due to space availability, pre-registration is required before Monday, December 6, 1999. WEB: For Conference Information, www.ncsievents.com. E-MAIL: For Additional Questions, stambaugh. Posted 12/01/99 (W-SN404652).

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