Description
The Missile Defense Agency (MDA) is hosting a three‑day Small Business Conference and a classified “Next‑generation Air & Missile Defense Industry Day.” The unclassified portion (Sept 16‑17) takes place at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville, AL, and is open to all small‑business contractors. The third day (Sept 18) is a classified session at Redstone Arsenal, AL, requiring a separate registration, a valid U.S. Secret clearance, and a Visitor Authorization Request (VAR) submitted by Sep 8, 2026. Attendees will receive briefings, matchmaking opportunities with MDA prime contractors, and networking with other small businesses. No media are permitted, and personal electronic devices are prohibited.