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Registration Closed - StraightTalk StraightAnswers Episode 7



U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)

Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU)

StraightTalk StraightAnswers: Episode 7

Defense Logistics Agency Office of Small Business Programs


Date: April 30, 2026

Time: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM ET

Format: Hybrid (limited in‑person participation available)

Hosted By: VA OSDBU

Click the Link Below to Register:

https://veteransaffairs.webex.com/weblink/register/rca51e45383ac9e06c3e9f5ce1319baae 

Join the Office of Small & Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) for Episode 7 of StraightTalk StraightAnswers, a podcast‑style training series created for Veteran‑Owned Small Businesses (VOSBs), Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Businesses (SDVOSBs), and small business owners seeking clear, jargon‑free insight into Federal procurement.

This episode features Mr. Daniele Kurze, Director of the Office of Small Business Programs at the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA). Participants learn about DLA's procurement pathways, what it means to be procurement-ready, and why early engagement matters.

In‑person participation is limited to 50 attendees in Washington, DC. Secure your seat today and join this important conversation.

What You Will Gain

• Insight into DLA's FY2026 procurement priorities

• DLA's procurement pathways, expectations, and readiness

• Upcoming opportunity areas

• Strategies for early engagement and market research

• A live Q&A opportunity for both in‑person and virtual participants

Who Should Attend

• VOSBs and SDVOSBs

• Small businesses seeking to enter or expand in Federal contracting

• Firms interested in enhancing their acquisition readiness

Take advantage of this opportunity to hear directly from a Federal OSDBU leader and strengthen your approach to pursuing DLA procurement opportunities.

For more information, please contact the Direct Access Program Planning Support Team

Email: directaccess@va.gov

Phone: (202) 461‑4694

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (ET)


Location

Contact Us

Monday - Friday, 7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. (Eastern)
+1 202-461-4694
DirectAccess@va.gov
Please note: Content on this Web page is for informational purposes only. It is not intended to provide legal advice or to be a comprehensive statement or analysis of application statures, regulations, and case law governing this topic. Rather, it's a plain language summary. If you are seeking claims assistance, your local VA regional office, a VA-recognized Veterans Service Organization, or a VA-accredited attorney or agent can help.