NAWCWD California Contracting/Acquisition/Procurement (CCAP) Industry Days Expo

The Naval Air Warfare Center Weapons Division (NAWCWD) will be participating in the California Contracting/Acquisition/Procurement (CCAP) Industry Days Expo, on February 9-10, 2027, at the Kerr McGee Center in Ridgecrest, CA. The 2027 CCAP Industry Days Expo is a two-day event that fosters interaction between Procurement and RDT&E personnel from NAWCWD China Lake and Point Mugu and industry leaders. The program is designed to help participating companies better understand the missions, priorities and future acquisition needs of NAWCWD. Government and industry representatives will exchange perspectives on contracting pathways, upcoming requirements, technical challenges and the capabilities needed to support the Warfighter. Throughout the event, attendees will have opportunities to: Engage directly with government acquisition, contracting, program and technical personnel. Learn about anticipated contracting requirements and areas of future mission demand. Introduce products, services, technologies and organizational capabilities to potential government and industry partners. Participate in open discussions focused on operational needs, innovation and potential solutions. Meet prime contractors and explore subcontracting, supplier and teaming opportunities. Connect with small businesses that offer complementary capabilities or specialized expertise. Visit industry and government exhibits to continue conversations in an informal, accessible setting. Build relationships with professionals from China Lake, Point Mugu and the broader defense and aerospace community. The CCAP experience emphasizes purposeful interaction. Participants are encouraged to arrive prepared to clearly communicate their capabilities, ask informed questions, identify potential partners and develop relationships that can continue beyond the event. Through a combination of presentations, exhibits, open dialogue and informal networking, CCAP 2027 will create an environment where government needs and i