2026 Arkansas Regional Industry Day by US Army Corps of Engineers
Executive Summary
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Little Rock District is hosting its annual Industry Day event on April 21–22, 2026. This event will provide opportunities for networking and discussions on upcoming business opportunities.
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Scope & Requirements
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) – Little Rock District will host its annual Industry Day event on April 21–22, 2026, in the Magnolia Ballroom at the Hilton Garden Inn West located at 10914 Kanis Road, Little Rock, Arkansas.
This two-day event will provide industry partners the opportunity to network with several government agencies, as well as other large and small business contractors. The event will include a forum to address upcoming business opportunities and will also provide training sessions and panel discussions on important contracting topics.
Registered participants will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with representatives from the USACE Little Rock District, Memphis District, Little Rock Air Force Base, and the U.S. Small Business Administration.
This event is open to all industries including:
- Construction
- Architecture & Engineering Survey
- Initial Outfitting
- Supplies & Services
- and more.
Capabilities Briefings:
Capabilities briefings will follow an open-floor format and meetings will be conducted on a first-come, first-served basis. Upon arrival, participants will check in with a USACE Contracting Professional and receive a number for each District or Agency table in which they have expressed interest. When your group number is called, you may proceed to the assigned meeting table.
Participants are encouraged to bring a capabilities statement to share with government representatives. A concise one- to two-page capabilities statement is recommended, and participants may wish to bring multiple copies for distribution.
The agenda for this event is forthcoming.
Registration:
Registration will open March 16, 2026 at 12:00 PM CT and will close on April 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM CT.
Participants will not automatically receive a confirmation email after registering. If a participant would like confirmation of their registration, they may request one by emailing [email protected]. Confirmation requests will be fulfilled within one business day.
This is a no-cost public event, and free parking is available onsite at the venue.
For questions regarding the event, please email [email protected].
Interested Vendors:
Please contact Lee Powers via email at [email protected] for all inquiries regarding vendor booths.
Disclaimer: This event is for informational and networking purposes only and does not constitute a solicitation or commitment by the Government. Attendance at this event is voluntary and will not provide any advantage or disadvantage in future Government procurements.
Compliance & Qualifications
- Standard FAR clauses apply.
How to Prepare Your Bid
- Prepare a concise capabilities statement to share with government representatives.
- Arrive early to secure your place in the first-come, first-served capabilities briefings.
- Network actively with representatives from various agencies to explore potential business opportunities.
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Why Small Businesses Should Consider This
This contract presents a valuable opportunity for small businesses to engage directly with federal agencies and larger contractors. The event encourages networking and collaboration, which can lead to future procurement opportunities.
Participation in this Industry Day can help small businesses establish connections, understand agency needs, and position themselves for upcoming contracts, especially in sectors like construction and engineering.