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NEW! GTSC FEDERAL PROCUREMENT UPDATE WEBINARS

Welcome to the era of COVID-19! So much has changed since the start of the pandemic and GTSC has evolved rapidly to assure you get the communications and information you need to continue on with the mission of securing our homeland. We have reached out to our partners at DHS, Treasury, and the State Department and are confirming webinars daily. Please take note of new webinars in your weekly newsletter and check back here for updates!

BOOKMARK: www.gtscoalition.eventbrite.com to go directly to registration for all GTSC and Homeland Security Today events.

UPCOMING WEBINARS – REGISTER TODAY!

GTSC DAYS – PLANNING CALLS

The evolution of GTSC Days!

GTSC members are invited to provide their input to our planning for this fall. GTSC will still host our “days” spread over one week instead of one day. In the next few weeks, we will host 30 minute meetings for each week so we can hear about your priorities and interests. All GTSC members are invited to share 1) who they want to hear, 2) specific topics of interest, 3) procurements or projects of interest. Specifically, GTSC is looking for your input on the topics and speakers you’d like to hear at the following GTSC Days TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED for:

ICE Days: PLANNING CALL September 3, 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM. Click here to join.

Cyber security career awareness : PLANNING CALL – suggestions on topics and invitation to provide an insight about your cyber career September 3, 9:45 AM – 10:15 AM. Click here to join.

CISA days (truly tentative with Brian Harrell’s departure): PLANNING CALL September 3, 10:30 AM – 11:00 AM. Click here to join.

TSA Days: PLANNING CALL September 3, 11:15 AM – 11:45 AM. Click here to join.

Homeland Security Today Awards: PLANNING CALL September 4,10:00 AM. Click here to join.

U.S. Customs & Border Protection TacCom II, TALMEC , ATAP and RVSS/IFT

Date: TBA

TacCom II, TALMEC (Tactical Air, Land and Marine Enterprise Communications), ATAP (Advanced Trade Analytics Platform) and RVSS/IFT (Remote Video Surveillance System and Industry Fixed Towers)

Speakers:
Julie Koo, Director Information Technology Contracting Division U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Susan Baptist, Division Director of U.S. Customs and Border Protection
Kerri Bishop, Office of Acquisition (OA), Director-Mission Support Contracting Division, U.S. Customs and Border Protection

PLEASE NOTE OUR WEBINAR PROCESS:

As you may have seen, GTSC has developed a webinar and meetings channel. Given security concerns around certain platforms, GTSC has implemented new default security measures and a two-step registration process to assure a safe and fun experience. Once you register on eventbrite, the day before or day-of the webinar or meeting GTSC will verify your participation and you will receive another registration link from GTSC. That is the webinar registration.

Please be sure to register with your official company email. We cannot admit any .gmail, .yahoo, or other random emails into the calls.

Please click on the link and register for the webinar to get in and participate.

You will not have access to the webinar if you do not click and register at the webinar’s site.

If identified as a WEBINAR, we will not be able to see you.

If identified as a MEETING, we can see you if you allow us to.

Zoom does not require you to download anything; you simply click the link and join online.

Thank you for your patience as we evolve to beat the havoc caused by the Coronavirus!!

BOOKMARK: www.gtscoalition.eventbrite.com to go directly to registration for all GTSC and Homeland Security Today events.

Homeland Security Today webinars are NOT included here. To find those, sign up for the weekly webinar update here.

PAST WEBINARS

GTSC U.S. Coast Guard Cyber & IT Missions and Opportunities

AUGUST 27, 2020

Join us for a discussion around cyber and IT missions and opportunities at USCG

SPEAKER:

Rear Admiral David Dermanelian, U.S. Coast Guard

GTSC MEMBERS ONLY WEBINAR WITH DIRECTOR MATTHEW ALBENCE, ICE

AUGUST 19, 2020

Join GTSC for a webinar with the Director of ICE Matthew Albence, to discuss the agency’s day-to-day operations and impacts of COVID on their workforce of more than 20,000 officers, special agents, attorneys, and mission support professionals assigned to more than 400 domestic and international offices.

GTSC ESBG Procurement Update: NITAAC CIO-SP3 Small Business

AUGUST 11, 2020

Procurement update around the NITAAC CIO-SP3 vehicle.

U.S. Customs & Border Protection – ITI and other OIT requirements

JULY 7, 2020

SPEAKERS:

Sanjeev Bhagowalia, Acting Assistant Commissioner, Office of Information & Technology (OIT), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), DHS

Julie Koo, Director Information Technology Contracting Division U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Earl Lewis, Executive Director, Procurement, Deputy Head of Contracting Activity

Special thanks to Sev1Tech for their support of this webinar. Click their logo to learn more about GTSC’s Mid-Tier of the year!

GTSC Procurement Update: U.S. Department of Homeland Security – HQ

June 25, 2020

SPEAKERS:

Soraya Correa, Chief Procurement Office, U.S. Department of Homeland Security

GTSC Procurement Update: Internal Revenue Service

June 9, 2020

Speakers:
Shanna Webbers, Chief Procurement Officer, IRS
Harrison Smith, Deputy Chief Procurement Officer, IRS

Special thanks to Northrop Grumman for their support of this webinar. Click their logo to learn more about GTSC’s Mentor of the year 2018!

GTSC Procurement Update: U.S. State Department

June 9, 2020

SPEAKERS

Michael Dickson, Branch Chief, Information Management Contract Branch, U.S. State Department

Katie Lugo, Contracting Officer, Information Management Contract Branch, U.S. State Department

Grayson Cochran, Contracting Officer, Information Management Contract Branch, U.S. State Department

Anna Urman, Senior Procurement Analyst, U.S. State Department

GTSC Procurement Update U.S. Customs and Border Protection

May 27, 2020

SPEAKERS

Julie Koo, Director Information Technology Contracting Division U.S. Customs and Border Protection

David Hansen, Supervisory Information Technology Specialist, U.S. Customs and Border Protection

Earl Lewis, Executive Director, Procurement, Deputy Head of Contracting Activity

GTSC and Women of Homeland Security – A conversation with Beth Cappello – Acting CIO of DHS

May 19, 2020

Join GTSC, co-hosted by Women in Homeland Security, to hear from Elizabeth Capello on her mission, challenges, and vision as she works to manage the IT and cyber security needs of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security during the COVID crisis — and every day.

GTSC Procurement Update with DHS

May 7, 2020

Join GTSC for a members only webinar on procurement and acquisition activity at the U.S.Department of Homeland Security. GTSC will host a number of industry liaisons from headquarters to discuss procurement activity, touch on DHS’s response to Coronavirus, and answer questions submitted in advance. This webinar is geared toward activity not related to COVID-19, however, if you have questions about that we will certainly entertain them.

GTSC Procurement Update with ICE

April 30, 2020

Join GTSC for a members only webinar on procurement and acquisition activity at U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Special thanks to members who responded to GTSC’s survey and asked for specific updates on:

· DHS ICE SEVP Application Design, Development, Test, Deployment, O&M, Eng, and Security

· DHS ICE-Security Assurance Support Services

· Modernize and Automate the Inspection Process at ICE Detention Facilities

· DHS, USCIS, CYBER SECURITY DEFENSE SERVICES (csds) – RFI

GTSC Members Only – Events, New Webinars, Procurement and Acquisition

April 24, 2020

Join us for an update on GTSC’s activities around:

>Procurement

>Events

>COVID-19

Questions and suggestions on what else we can be doing to help you.

GTSC Law Enforcement Information Sharing – Focus on Domestic Violent Extremism

April 23, 2020

GTSC CORONAVIRUS RESOURCES

Through our news site, Homeland Security Today, the Government Technology & Services Coalition has created a comprehensive COVID-19 resource page that has updates on:

The latest news on the pandemic
Information on the virus and how to protect yourself
Resource listing of companies with COVID solutions
Updates and information from DHS, GSA and others for the GOVCON community
Updates on COVID-related Congressional Activity
Updates on COVID-related procurement: Have a COVID solution? Submit yours to our spreadsheet of resources and purchase a listing on HSToday: https://www.hstoday.us/covid-19-resources/
“Who’s in Charge of Coronavirus” response infographic
Find out about misinformation on COVID-19 and the nation’s response
Updates from DHS CPO Soraya Correa on procurement updates and “back-to-work” plans
The latest COVID related frauds to look out for
U.S. death toll
And much more.

GO TO THE RESOURCE PAGE NOW.

March Membership Madness: Why should you join GTSC?

During our March Membership Madness promotion, we encourage any government contracting firm to join our non-profit to increase their understanding of the homeland security missions of our Federal government and to learn more about teaming, partnership and federal contracting. GTSC was founded by small government contractors and has built a community made up of small, mid- and large companies working on the mission of securing our country.

Join us for our Prospective Member Breakfast on March 19 at 10:00 am by clicking here.

Learn more here:

We invite you to join your peers to participate in the foremost community of public and private sector professionals working to secure our nation.

>>Promote the value of mission-focused companies;
>>Develop the partners and relationships — across small, mid- and large companies –to pursue successful bids;
>>Build your internal capacity to provide the best services and execution possible;
>>Find mentor relationships and network with primes and subs;
>>Share best practices and identify key issues and trends affecting your clients and your company;
>>Collaborate with other like businesses to combine strengths and increase viability;
>>Forward your thought leadership and innovation through action groups, collaborative conversations with our partners and public events;
>>Strengthen the homeland and national security community by giving back through employing our veterans and supporting charitable organizations that contribute to our community;
>>Identify opportunities for joint-marketing capabilities and public relations activities to give you an edge in today’s competitive environment.

EMAIL us at [email protected] for membership dues and more information.

2/14: GTSC ESBG: What’s Ahead for Small Business at DHS in 2020?

Please join GTSC’s Emerging Small Business Group and Women in Homeland Security for

What’s Ahead for Small Business at DHS in 2020

Aligning Small Business Capabilities with DHS Mission Needs

GTSC and WHS are showing you the love on Valentine’s Day! The Government Technology & Services Coalition’s Emerging Small Business Group and Women in Homeland Security invite you for a look at the work of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

Small business specialists from across the components will join us for a discussion of their plans for 2020, the DHS Mentor Protege Program, and GSA will join us for a brief on Category Management. GTSC will also provide a copy of our latest paper on small business opportunities in light of Category Management.

WHEN: February 14, 2020

10:00 am – 12:15 pm

WHERE: Arlington, VA

REGISTRATION is required. This event is open to the homeland security community.

AGENDA

9:30 am Registration and networking

10:00 am Welcome & Introductions

Jon Ostrowski, COO, Government Technology & Services Coalition

Earl Holland, Chair, Government Technology & Services Coalition Emerging Small Business Group (ESBG)

10:15 am The Mentor Protégé Program

Sharon M Davis, Director, Manager, Protégé Program, U.S. Department of Homeland Security

10:30 am Panel: The Small Business Outlook at DHS

Robyn Towles, C&P Division Director, Transportation Security Administration

Robert Keegan, Small Business Specialist, Federal Emergency Management Agency

Anita Perkins, Small Business Specialist, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Michelene Rangel, Management & Program Analyst, Procurement and Planning Oversight, USCG

Denise L. Richardson, Procurement Analyst, Small Business & Industry Liaison Programs, USCG

11:45 am Category Management Update

Stacy Swann, National Account Manager, GSA Federal Acquisition Service

Distribution of GTSC Small Business Opportunities Paper

12:15 pm Adjourn

2/20: GTSC BDE – Border Patrol Procurement & Acquisition

We are ready for an exciting new year!

Our first meeting will be February 20th and take a look at the individual acquisition program offices within the PMOD that procure goods and services in support of U.S. Border Patrol’s operational needs and requirements.

Last year we hosted BDE meetings on the 3rd Thursday of each month but in 202o we will be changing that up a bit to accommodate the speaker’s schedules so please stay tuned for dates and changes in the Member newsletter!

WHEN: February 20, 2020

1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

WHERE: NTT Data, Arlington, VA

Please RSVP at eventbrite. MEMBERS ONLY.

GUEST SPEAKER:

If you are a new member with GTSC we wanted to be sure you knew about the Business Development Exchange meetings. Held once a month, these meetings focus on targeted conversations with executives throughout DHS who can share their upcoming projects and needs. We welcome your participation and suggestions on future speakers. If you are interested in being added to the announcement list, please contact Megan at [email protected].

Register for this BDE at Eventbrite: www.gtscoalition.eventbrite.com – THIS IS A GTSC MEMBERS ONLY EVENT. IF YOU ARE NOT A MEMBER YOUR REGISTRATION WILL BE CANCELLED.

4/30: EM2020 – RESCHEDULED for April 30th!

EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 2020 will explore the many challenges facing the U.S. to prepare, protect, and respond to the increasing severity and frequency of natural and man-made disasters. The day seeks to help industry understand the many missions of FEMA and how those missions interact with other components within DHS, with our international partners, and with our industry partners.

We have worked with FEMA and have rescheduled this event for April 30, 2020! Register for all of our events open to the community at www.gtscoalition.eventbrite.com.

Stay tuned for a detailed agenda and sign up for notices for our events, or for news and information on emergency management here.

IF YOU ARE NOT A MEMBER OF GTSC AND WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND THIS EVENT, PLEASE REACH OUT TO: [email protected]

GTSC Releases 2019 Annual Report: Fostering Collaboration to Cast a Wider Shadow on the Homeland Security Market

The Government Technology & Services Coalition, the foremost organization for government contractors in the homeland security mission space, released its 2019 Annual Report at their Annual Meeting.

GTSC’s 2019 Annual Report: Fostering Collaboration to Cast a Wider Shadow on the Homeland Security Market, catalogs the non-profits activities and progress toward a trusted community to protect the nation.

The theme: Fostering Collaboration to Cast a Wider Shadow on the Homeland Security Market highlights the effectiveness of the over 200 contracting companies that have joined together to collaborate to bring the best solutions to the homeland security market. The organization saw 25% growth among its mid-tier members, contractors with revenue between $25 million and $1 billion, and saw over one million page views at their news site, Homeland Security Today (www.HSToday.us). In addition to engaging to improve procurement for all contractors, the organization works to provide a level playing field, increase competition, and assure that smaller companies with innovative solutions have an opportunity to share with the public sector officials that need them. The organization has attracted new government partners, and sustained vibrant partnerships with its traditional supporters.

“We are extremely happy that our approach to collaboration, facts, and practical solutions has been embraced by the homeland security community. We have worked very hard to create a community of trusted relationships between the public and private sector to work together to protect our nation. We work daily to bridge the communication gap and lack of understanding between those who are accountable for the mission, and those who support them to achieve it. Our non-profit’s work, our mission, has always been to support those on the front lines, executing our nation’s laws, to keep our children, citizens, and cities safer against all threats.” said Kristina Tanasichuk, CEO & Founder, at the release.

“Our partnership with GTSC is incomparable,” said Alba M. Alemán, CEO of Citizant and GTSC’s Mid-Tier Company of the Year. “GTSC, has been paramount in developing trusted relationships between industry and agency leaders to bring forward unique perspectives, so that those agencies will be better served and able to achieve mission-critical objectives. Moreover, to be a part of such an elite network of like-minded professionals passionate about national security and core infrastructure missions, is both energizing and humbling.”

GTSC was founded in 2011 by small business CEOs in the homeland security market to find ways to improve procurement and acquisition of innovative technologies, give small businesses a voice in the federal market, and provide a trusted community for those tasked with securing the country. The organization has evolved to represent the ecosystem of the homeland security market with small, mid-tier, and large companies engaged to collaborate, mentor, and network to achieve mission. In 2017, the non-profit purchased the Homeland Security Today media platform.

“As a fairly new business having started in 2012, I have been a part of various organizations and associations. GTSC has been the ONLY one that has consistently supported businesses and government entities with a passion for both sides. I can proudly say that Potomac Management Solution’s growth and success has been directly contributed to the programs, guidance and overall structure of GTSC!” said Diane McCain, CEO of Potomac Management Solutions and GTSC’s Small Business of the Year.

GTSC and Homeland Security Today also hosts the Annual Holiday Hero Awards recognizing those on the front-lines on watch every single day to protect our country from threats to homeland security. The awards recognize private citizens and public sector officials doing exceptional work on behalf of the homeland.

The 2019 Annual Report catalogs the numerous programs, meetings, networking opportunities, charitable events, and workgroups supported by the organization and the leaders and members shaping those activities.

Click here to view the report.

DATE CHANGE! 5/13: USCG Expo 2020 -Mark Your Calendar!

The Government Technology & Services Coalition is once again working with the U.S. Coast Guard to host a USCG Industry Expo scheduled for May 13, 2020, designed to provide a capability exchange between the USCG Contracting Enterprise and industry. The USCG Industry Expo is a booth-style format engagement — vendors interested in doing business with the USCG are invited to register and join us! Registration begins March 1.

Registration is for your COMPANY and you will receive one tabletop for a display about your products/services. This is an EXPO, not a traditional industry day. It takes place in Washington, D.C. and registration is FREE but REQUIRED. Space is limited. Up to 4 participants per company are allowed.

The audience for this event will primarily consist of USCG (active-duty or civilian) attendees and targeted vendor companies. In this setting, the event is a unique forum for sharing industry capabilities and capacity to meet the business needs/mission of USCG. Additionally, in this open-dialogue format, USCG attendees can network with industry, learn more about industry capabilities and how the USCG Contracting Enterprise procurement process can strengthen industry communication, engagement, innovation for mission execution.

GTSC’s Annual Meeting 2019: A Look at 2020

Happy New Year and Welcome to an exciting 2020!

Thank you for being a member of the Government Technology & Services Coalition! Once a year we have the opportunity to gather for our Annual Meeting and learn more about the groundwork we’ve accomplished for a tremendous 2020, hear from our partners and leadership on how to approach the new year, and gather feedback on what you need from us!

On January 23, we will hear from leadership from the Department of Homeland Security, Internal Revenue Service and the Defense Logistics Agency to discuss 2020, their plans, and your opportunities. We will also hear from some of GTSC’s leaders on what activities are happening “behind the scenes” and how we carry your voice to the agencies in homeland security. Stay tuned for even more additions!!

GTSC has also achieved some significant milestones in both our association and with Homeland Security Today that we’d like to share and encourage you to help us keep the momentum going!

This is a GTSC Member ONLY meeting.

Please register today to build our team, increase our collaboration, and build a stronger GTSC for you.

I look forward to seeing you — thank you for your membership and continued support! Sponsorship is available for our Annual meeting and FEMA day — grab yours today.

Kristina

Kristina Tanasichuk | CEO

Government Technology & Services Coalition

Executive Editor, Homeland Security Today