Federal procurement is evolving at an unprecedented pace. New acquisition priorities, emerging contracting models, advancing technologies, and increasing expectations for speed and efficiency are reshaping how government and industry do business. To stay competitive, organizations need more than updates—they need practical strategies they can apply immediately.
This conference brings together procurement, acquisition, and industry leaders to share real-world experiences, proven approaches, and actionable solutions for navigating today’s contracting, compliance, and procurement challenges. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your acquisition strategy, better leverage technology, adapt to evolving policies, or build stronger government and industry partnerships, you’ll leave with practical insights and valuable connections to help your organization succeed.
Complimentary Passes for Veteran-Owned Businesses
ACI is honored to recognize the service and contributions of our nation’s veterans. To give back to the veteran business community, we are offering 20 complimentary passes for qualified veteran-owned businesses to attend this year’s conference.
Apply NowGovernment Speakers
Peter Guinto
Director of Price, Cost and Finance and Deal Team Lead, Office of the Under Secretary of War for Acquisition and Sustainment
United States Department of War
Terry Kalka
Director Cyber Crime Center DC3
United States Department of War
Kevin Wheelock
Senior Advisor
BOND Program, DoW
Featured Speakers
Brittny Loveless
Senior Contracts Director
Aleut Federal
Brian Baldrate
VP and Lead Counsel
BAE Systems
Stephen Fitts
VP Supply Chain Management
Ingalls Shipbuilding, a Division of HII
Gary Campbell
Chief Legal Officer
Noble
Amy Apostol
Assistant General Counsel, Cyber & Emerging Technologies
Leidos
Jennifer Hobik
Assistant General Counsel- Government Contract Compliance
Honeywell Aersospace
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Key Topics
Top Priorities for the FY 2027 Budget: Where Money is Being Spent – from Innovation Efficiency to Mission Success
How Government Procurement Expectations are Evolving under the Revolutionary FAR Overhaul, Guidelines, Strategies and Acquisition Rules
Global and Domestic Supply Chain Impacts: Navigating Tariffs, Disruptions, Economic Pressure and Buy American Act
Top Bid Killers for 2027: The Newest and Lesser-Known Traps that will Quash a Contract Bid
Lock In Cyber Security CMMC Compliance Requirements for a Competitive Edge and Risk Reduction
Refining Action Plans for AI and Tech Adoption: Contract Lifecycle Management Tools, Streamlining Company Workflows, Cross Team Considerations and Stakeholder Communication
Alert
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If you have any questions or would like to report suspicious activity, please contact us at [email protected].
Unlike other events, this program:
Delivered practical, sophisticated content to support contracting, legal, and compliance decision-making—with a laser focus on the big ticket, high stakes issues on attendees’ desks. Delved into the intricacies of DoD contracting—no watered-down sessions or review of the basics.
The program got down to business with a focus on the future of DoD acquisition and procurement, and how to mitigate risk in this evolving environment.
Provided high impact networking opportunities with the decision-makers attendees wanted to meet.
Took place in early December when the defense contracting community had more clarity around the RFO and defense budget, ensuring that attendees had the most current updates and best practices before the start of the new year.
Pre-Conference
Virtual Workshops
Add more value to your conference experience by signing up for these hands-on and practical workshops and consider sending your team.
Virtual Workshop A
Contract Performance Challenges: Your Guide to Anticipating the Overcoming the Biggest Roadblocks that will Slow Down and Killing your Contracts
November 30, 2026
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Virtual Workshop B
Deep Dive into Contracting Models: Acquisition and Procurement Pathways, from Traditional and Non-Traditional Contracting Mechanisms
December 1, 2026
9:00 am–12:00 pm
Sponsors & Partners
Associate Sponsor
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Sponsor Opportunities
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For more information please contact:
Lanny Morris
Senior Business Development Manager
Phone: 347-964-4766
Email: [email protected]