May 6-7, 2026

Washington, DC

The 2026 Pacific Defense Contracting Summit will provide Defense Contractors, Subcontractors, and Small Businesses nationwide with the latest information:

 

• New AUKUS Defense Contracts

• U.S. Air Force, U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and Space Defense specific Contracting Priorities and Strategies in the Indo-Pacific Region

• Specific Teaming Opportunities, Approaches, and Timelines by Prime Defense Contractors

• DOD Innovation Contracting Opportunities with a focus on INDOPACOM, Navy Tech Bridge/Coastal Trident, and ArmyxTech

• DOD Technology Contracting Opportunities including AI and Cyber

• OTAs and other ‘Rapid Acquisition’ Strategies and Programs

• SBIR/STTR Funding Opportunities

• Public and Private Financing Sources for Defense Contractors

• Teaming Arrangements for Primes and Subcontractors

• CMMC Requirements & Updates

• Matchmaking Sessions with Government Agencies & Prime Contractors

• Showcases to Feature Your Solutions to Contracting Officers

 

The Summit features General Sessions, Connections with Prime Contractors, Matchmaking Sessions, Multiple Networking Opportunities and much more!​

 

2026 Pacific Defense Contracting Summit Agenda

 

May 6, 2026

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM: VIP Networking Reception

The reception will be held at a special off-site location, which will be announced. Attendance is reserved exclusively for the following groups: Exhibitors, Sponsors, Speakers, VIP Business Attendees, and Invited Guests.

 

May 7, 2026

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM: Exhibit Move-In

7:30 AM: On-Site Attendee Registration & Check-In

8:30 AM - 9:00 AM: Networking Breakfast with Exhibitors

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM: General Sessions

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM: Networking Break with Exhibitors & Sponsors

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM: General Sessions

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM: Lunch

1:00 PM - 2:30 PM: General Sessions

2:30 PM - 3:00 PM: Networking with Exhibitors & Sponsors

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM: General Session

 

*Schedule subject to change.

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