

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Government Contracting Summit hosted by The Illinois APEX Accelerator
- **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 17 Mar, 2026 at 08:30 am – Tue, 17 Mar, 2026 at 04:30 pm
- **Event Description**: Join us for the 3rd Annual Government Contracting Summit, where we'll help you navigate the world of government contracting like the pros!About this EventJoin us for the 3rd Annual Government Contracting Summit hosted by The IL APEX Accelerator! This in-person event will be held at 7600 Roosevelt Rd in Forest Park, IL Network with industry professionals, learn about government contracting opportunities, and gain insights from experts in the field. Don't miss out on this valuable opportunity to grow your business and connect with key players in the government contracting space. Register now to secure your spot!https://vimeo.com/917704012/750d6958c3The 3rd Annual Government Contracting Summit hosted by The Illinois APEX AcceleratorMarch 17, 2026 in the Chicagoland area.Get the Latest on New 2026 Small Business Contracting Opportunities!The The 3rd Annual Government Contracting Summit hosted by The Illinois APEX Accelerator will provide you with the latest details on small business contracting opportunities with the the Federal, State and local municipal governments.A very powerful part of the Summit is your opportunity to meet one-on-one during our Matchmaking and Reverse Matchmaking Sessions with procurement professionals from the federal government and major prime contractors.Register now as a Sponsor, Exhibitor, or Attendee. Email us at CEO.APEX@Illinois.gov to receive details on special sponsor opportunities.The 3rd Annual Government Contracting Summit hosted by The Illinois APEX Accelerator will provide contracting opportunities and details from:U.S. Department of Defense including all Branches of the Military (i.e Air Force, Army, Navy)U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, NASA, U.S. Department of Health &amp; Human Services, Federal Aviation Administration along with other Civilian Federal AgenciesPrime Contractors, including Walsh Federal, Caterpillar, Accenture, Deloitte, Parsons, Raytheon, General Dynamics along with othersSmall Business/Diversity Supplier Contracting with the State of IllinoisMunicipalities such as Cook County, Will County, Lake Count, DuPage County, City of Chicago among many othersFinancing for Small Businesses, including Public Financing from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), Private Financing, and Special Defense Department Venture Capital ProgramsInnovation Hubs such as DEFENSEWERX, Fast Center at UIUC, Innovation DuPage and ARISummit AgendaMarch 17, 2025Registration 7:30am-12:00pmExpo Kickoff- 8:30am-9:30amExhibitor Booth Opening 9:00amTraining Session 1 (TBD) - 9:30am-10:30amLunch and Learn 1:00pm-2:00pm Banquet RoomTraining Session 2 (TBD) - 2:30pm-3:30pm Reverse Matchmaking (TBD) 2-4pm (Prior Sign up is required with your local APEX Center)End of Conference 4:00pmThe Networking Reception is open to Exhibitors, Sponsors, Speakers, VIP Business Attendees, and Invited Guests.*Schedule subject to change.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKt8FagMJz4
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/forest-park/government-contracting-summit-hosted-by-the-illinois-apex-accelerator/100001975039745044
- **Event Categories**: business, workshops, speed-dating, exhibitions, conferences
- **Interested Audience**: 
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## Ticket Details

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- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 28.52, max: 2500, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Forest Park
- **state**: IL
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 7600 Roosevelt Rd
- **lat**: 41.8631527
- **long**: -87.8140095
- **full address**: 7600 Roosevelt Rd, 7600 Roosevelt Road, Forest Park, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Illinois APEX Accelerators (https://allevents.in/org/illinois-apex-accelerators/23455434)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Tue, 17 Mar, 2026 at 08:30 am
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** 7600 Roosevelt Rd, 7600 Roosevelt Road, Forest Park, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 28.52 up to 2500 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Illinois APEX Accelerators
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** business, workshops, speed-dating, exhibitions, conferences
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Government Contracting Summit hosted by The Illinois APEX Accelerator ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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