2026 Arkansas Regional Industry Day by US Army Corps of Engineers

Executive Summary

The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Little Rock District is hosting its annual Industry Day event to facilitate networking between industry partners and government agencies. This event will include discussions on upcoming business opportunities and training sessions.

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 is closed.

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.

The tentative agenda has been posted to this announcement.

The information shared at the event, including the event slides, have been posted to this announcement.

Compliance & Qualifications

• Standard FAR clauses apply.

How to Prepare Your Bid

1. Prepare a concise capabilities statement to share with representatives.
2. Research the agencies and contractors attending to tailor your discussions.
3. Network effectively during the one-on-one meetings to establish connections.

Why Small Businesses Should Consider This

This event presents a valuable opportunity for small businesses to connect with key government agencies and larger contractors, enhancing their visibility and potential for future contracts. The open format allows for direct engagement, which can lead to partnerships and collaborations on upcoming projects.

Participation in this no-cost event can help small businesses understand the contracting landscape and identify opportunities that align with their capabilities, making it a strategic move for growth.