📢 Important update! The upcoming HHS Industry Summit, originally scheduled for Feb 10-11, 2025 will be postponed to a later date. All confirmed attendees (in-person and virtual) and those that were on the waitlist should have received email messaging from the Whova platform with this information. We apologize for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding. Stay tuned and we’ll share updates soon! All questions or concerns can be sent to industrysummit@hhs.gov. #HHSIndustrySummit
HHS Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (HHS OSDBU)
Government Relations Services
District of Columbia, Washington 4,953 followers
We promote the participation of all small businesses in HHS contracts.
About us
The Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) manages the development and implementation of appropriate outreach programs aimed at heightening the awareness of the small business community to the contracting opportunities available within HHS. Our responsibilities, programs, and activities are managed under three lines of business: advocacy, outreach, and unification of the business process. The Office:
•Promotes the participation of all small businesses in HHS contracts.
•Develops information to ensure small businesses compete for and receive a fair share of the Department's expenditures.
•Hosts Vendor Outreach Session (VOS) to educate vendors on the small business program and to provide information on how to effectively market your products and services to HHS.
- Website
-
https://www.hhs.gov/about/agencies/asfr/ogapa/osbdu/index.html
External link for HHS Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (HHS OSDBU)
- Industry
- Government Relations Services
- Company size
- 5,001-10,000 employees
- Headquarters
- District of Columbia, Washington
Updates
-
“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about things that matter.” – Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. ✊ This powerful message extends beyond social justice—it applies to the heart of our small businesses too. When we stay silent about our mission, our values, and the impact we want to make, we miss the chance to drive change and growth. Small businesses have a voice. Speak up about what matters—whether it's your commitment to quality, your passion for service, or the difference you want to make in your community. Keep pushing forward and creating the change you want to see. We’re committed to standing with you. 💡 #MLKDay #SmallBusiness #SpeakUp #MakeADifference
-
-
✨Exciting news! ✨ The agenda for the HHS Industry Summit on February 10-11, 2025 is now live on our conference app! Explore session details, speaker information, and the schedule to make the most of your Industry Summit experience. Download the app today and get connected! ➡️https://lnkd.in/e6S8q6pu See you soon! #HHSIndustrySummit #Innovation #Partnerships
-
-
Register today for the 2025 CDC Small Business Engagement Summit: Ignite and Inspire! Please join the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Office of Acquisition Services (OAS) for the CDC Small Business Engagement Summit: Ignite and Inspire. The summit will be held at CDC's Roybal Campus in Atlanta, GA on Thursday February 27, 2025. Visit the CDC Engagement Summit: Ignite and Inspire website to see the agenda and learn more. This one-day event is designed to foster collaboration while inspiring innovative solutions to enhance public health initiatives. Registration is now open and closes on Thursday, February 13, 2025, so act now to secure your spot! Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/eMHQrJN2
-
🎤 Don’t Miss Our Breakout Sessions! HHS OSDBU will host two dynamic breakout sessions during the upcoming AFCEA Health IT Conference on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 from 9:00 am - 9:45 am at the Washington Hilton featuring acquisition officials from: • Administration for Children and Families • Food and Drug Administration • Department of Veterans Affairs • Defense Health Agency Join us to hear about their strategic priorities for Fiscal Year 2025 and gain insight into upcoming procurement opportunities that could help shape the future of healthcare. 🗓️ Don’t miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and be part of the conversation driving change! Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/ewNZv5Ad
-
-
HHS Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (HHS OSDBU) reposted this
✨Limited In-Person Seats available on Day One! ✨ Register for the Inaugural HHS Industry Summit! 📅 Date: February 10-11, 2025 📍 Where: Hybrid event – Attend in-person (Bethesda, MD) or virtually The HHS Industry Summit is a premier two-day event connecting HHS Operating Divisions (OpDivs) with industry stakeholders to empower excellence through innovation and partnerships. Why attend? Connect with HHS OpDivs: Network with acquisition and program officials' representatives from each HHS OpDiv. Specialized tracks: Procurement: Learn about upcoming HHS procurement opportunities for Fiscal Year 2025 and beyond. Innovation: Explore technologies and innovative solutions focused on revolutionizing the acquisition process. Training: Build your expertise through sessions led by top government and industry professionals. Exhibit Pavilion Highlighting HHS OpDivs: Visit the Exhibit Pavilion showcasing the missions, initiatives, and collaboration opportunities of each HHS OpDiv. Day 2 Matchmaking Opportunities: Participate in pre-scheduled 15-minute one-on-one meetings with HHS acquisition and program officials. ➡️ Don’t wait! Register today: https://lnkd.in/erWXT52U
-
-
🌟 Please Join HHS OSDBU in celebrating the life and legacy of President Jimmy Carter who served as the 39th President of the United States from 1977 to 1981. He was awarded the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize for work to find peaceful solutions to international conflicts, to advance democracy and human rights, and to promote economic and social development. 🌟 #jimmycarter #smallbusiness #39thpresident #OSDBU
-
-
🎉 Happy New Year! 🎉 Kick off 2025 with us at the NCMA MetroMD Monthly Dinner Meeting next week on January 16th! 🌟 Don't miss the chance to connect, network, and start the year strong with your peers. 📅 Save the date and join the conversation! #NCMA #Networking #ProfessionalDevelopment #HappyNewYear #Events
We’re Back! Kicking off the 2025 dinner meeting season, NCMA MetroMD is bringing you a game-changer in federal small business engagement... Shannon Jackson! With nearly 30 years of federal service, Mr. Jackson is a leading voice in small business federal contracting, acquisition strategy, and leadership development. As the Executive Director of HHS Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (HHS OSDBU), Shannon oversees a $10 billion annual portfolio, ensuring small businesses thrive across the agency’s complex procurement landscape. His leadership, shaped by his distinguished military career as a U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel and extensive DoD experience, has left an indelible mark on federal acquisition and small business inclusion. Join us for this all-star event: 📅 WHEN: January 16th 🕗 TIME: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM EST Pre-Dinner Session: “Working with HHS” Dinner Session: Keynote Address + HHS Success Stories 📍 WHERE: Westin @ National Harbor, 171 Waterfront Street, Oxon Hill, MD 💲 PRICE: Details on flyer / Eventbrite ☕ BRING: An open mind & networking spirit! Let’s make this season a slam dunk for professional growth and collaboration. 👉 Reserve your spot now: https://lnkd.in/e_B6wWFq. #FederalContracting #2025 #NCMAHQ #HHS #GovCon #SmallBusiness #PartOfSomethingBigger #WeSucceedTogether #BusinessDevelopment #8a #WOSB #MetroMD
-
-
🌟 Happy New Year! 🌟 As we step into 2025, we want to take a moment to recognize the pipeline of our nation's industrial base and the heart and soul of our local communities – YOU! 💼💪 You make it happen, year after year, and we're proud to support each and every one of you. Here's to another year of growth. May your business continue to thrive, and may you find joy in every step of your entrepreneurial journey. 🚀✨ Let’s make this year the best one yet – together! 🎉 #SmallBusinessStrong #NewYearNewGoals #SupportLocal #EntrepreneurSpirit #CommunityFirst
-
-
✨Limited In-Person Seats available on Day One! ✨ Register for the Inaugural HHS Industry Summit! 📅 Date: February 10-11, 2025 📍 Where: Hybrid event – Attend in-person (Bethesda, MD) or virtually The HHS Industry Summit is a premier two-day event connecting HHS Operating Divisions (OpDivs) with industry stakeholders to empower excellence through innovation and partnerships. Why attend? Connect with HHS OpDivs: Network with acquisition and program officials' representatives from each HHS OpDiv. Specialized tracks: Procurement: Learn about upcoming HHS procurement opportunities for Fiscal Year 2025 and beyond. Innovation: Explore technologies and innovative solutions focused on revolutionizing the acquisition process. Training: Build your expertise through sessions led by top government and industry professionals. Exhibit Pavilion Highlighting HHS OpDivs: Visit the Exhibit Pavilion showcasing the missions, initiatives, and collaboration opportunities of each HHS OpDiv. Day 2 Matchmaking Opportunities: Participate in pre-scheduled 15-minute one-on-one meetings with HHS acquisition and program officials. ➡️ Don’t wait! Register today: https://lnkd.in/erWXT52U
-