Monthly Archive: February 2019

Purple Heart recipients

Secretary Wilkie testifies that VA will accelerate disability benefits claims processing for Purple Heart Medal recipients

WASHINGTON — Today at a congressional hearing VA Secretary Robert Wilkie announced that effective in April, it will provide priority disability benefits claims processing for the initial claims from discharged combat Veterans who have been awarded the Purple Heart Medal. Secretary Wilkie announced his decision at a hearing before the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs, and Related… Read more
SDVOSB/DVBE and Veteran Owned Business Government Bids

2/21/2019 SDVOSB/DVBE and Veteran Owned Business Government Bid Opportunities

Here’s a recent list posted on February 21, 2019 of RFPs, RFIs, Pre-Solicitations, bid updates and more from Federal Business Opportunities (FedBizOpps.gov). These are for various products and services for many government agencies. You must have an account with FedBizOpps.gov to view these bids. Your business must be verified with the CVE (click here for information about the CVE and… Read more
NAICS Location

Today’s VOB FAQ: “How can I add NAICS Codes to my business’ profile?”

VOB has recently added a new major feature that allows members looking to get into contracting the ability to add customized NAICS Codes to their business profile. This added feature allows site users/visitors the ability to search for and potentially find businesses based on NAICS Codes (in addition to categories)…..scroll down below to find out how you can add/edit this… Read more
Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day

March 30th Marks “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day 2019”

March 30th the nation will observe “Welcome Home Vietnam Veterans Day”.  March 30th marks the historic withdrawal of United States troops from Vietnam on March 30, 1973.  Please join Veteran Owned Business, our members, families and friends as we pay tribute to the valiant service of Vietnam War and Vietnam-Era Veterans. All around our great nation there will be celebrations… Read more
USAA Insurance

Casting USAA Members Ages 60+ For a New Advertising Campaign!

USAA is looking to feature real USAA members for a new advertising campaign! Casting Call Details: Male and female USAA members, ages 60+ Specifically looking for VERY active seniors who are young at heart Also looking for active seniors who spend time with their children and grandchildren who are USAA members ***Email the following information by February 28th*** Name/Age/Family members’… Read more
AFCEA Belvoir Industry Days

Welcome to AFCEA Belvoir Industry Days 2019

Welcome to AFCEA Belvoir Industry Days 2019 Creating Innovative IT Acquisition Solutions… Defending Tomorrow, Today The Armed Forces Communication and Electronics Association (AFCEA) – Belvoir Chapter supports the Fort Belvoir community, by connecting the government with IT industry professionals. Fort Belvoir is home to over 90 diverse tenant and satellite organizations. AFCEA Belvoir members, non-members, government, academia, students, and industry… Read more
Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce

Wisconsin Designated As First National Guard & Reserve Component Military Spouse Economic Empowerment Zone In Nation

Wisconsin Veterans Chamber, US Chamber of Commerce partner with state of Wisconsin to expand workforce opportunities for National Guard & Reserve military spouses MADISON, Wis. – The Wisconsin Veterans Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the multiple state agencies and US Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Hiring Our Heroes, convened for a community engagement event on Thursday to discuss the issue of… Read more