The Department of the Navy Gold Coast Small Business Procurement Event is the premier Navy procurement conference and exposition focused on connecting small businesses with Department of the Navy and Department of Defense acquisition professionals. Hosted by the National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA) in partnership with the Department of the Navy Office of Small Business Programs, the event features educational sessions, keynote speakers, networking opportunities, one-on-one matchmaking meetings, and access to government agencies, major defense contractors, and industry partners.