2026 Navy & Marine Corps Procurement Conference

Join us for the 2026 Navy & Marine Corps Procurement Conference on May 28-29, 2026 in Norfolk, Virginia, home to Naval Station Norfolk and Norfolk Naval Shipyard. This is a premier opportunity to engage directly with decision-makers from the Pentagon, Navy and Marine Corps Commands, and leading Prime Defense Contractors. Don't miss your chance to network with Defense Industry Leaders and Government Program Managers and Contracting Officers, and gain critical information on current Defense spending plans and procurement priorities.

Topical Coverage:

• Updated Navy & Marine Corps Purchasing Priorities
• Enhancing Fleet Readiness – the Navy's Critical Maintenance & Repair and Shipbuilding Needs
• SIOP – How the Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Plan is Driving $ Billions in Construction & Facility Support Contracts
• Reviving U.S. Military Bases in the Pacific Islands – Opportunities with NAVFAC and the Army Corps for Airfield & Supply Hub Reconstruction/Modernization
• Marine Corps Dispersed Forces and Littoral Warfighting Requirements
• New Technology Initiatives and Programs – from AI and Quantum to Software Powering Missile Defense and Counter-Drone Systems
• Major Projects from Alaska to Guam & Saipan – NAVFAC, USACE and MARCORSYSCOM
• Acquisition Forecasts – NAVSEA, NAVAIR, NAVSUP, NAVWAR, Military Sealift Command
• Navy Role in ‘Golden Dome’ Procurement
• CYBER/CMMC Update and Critical Infrastructure/Ports & Harbors Protection
• Military Base-Adjacent Community Partnerships Promoting Local Build Contracts
• Briefing on the Administration’s Changes in Federal & Defense Contracting Rules (FAR/DFAR Update)
• Prime Defense Contractors – Current and Upcoming Subcontracting & Teaming Opportunities for Small & Medium-size Suppliers
• Special Contracting Vehicles Promoting Accelerated/Non-Compete Contracts for Innovative Tech (DARPA, DIU, DEFENSEWERX)
• How to Access GWAC's (Multi-year Government-Wide Acquisition Contracts) – and Major Navy GWAC’s Coming Down the Pipeline
• Defense Dept. and SBA Mentor-Protégé Programs – Super Business Accelerators for Both Smalls & Primes

What to Expect

The 2026 Navy & Marine Corps Procurement Conference will allow you to meet Program Managers, Contracting Officers, and Small Business Program Directors from key Navy and Marine Corps Bases & Commands. You’ll also engage with leading Prime Defense Contractors actively seeking new partners and Subcontractors. Whether you're looking to forge strategic alliances, expand your network, or secure new business opportunities, this event is your gateway to success in the Defense industry. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this high-impact networking experience!