# DLA and Ohio APEX Expand Supplier Training

The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and Ohio APEX Accelerator are expanding recurring training sessions to help small businesses navigate DLA’s DIBBS procurement system and Joint Certification Program requirements. The bi-monthly sessions are intended to help contractors find solicitations and submit quotes; the reported increase in supplier engagement is not tied to a specific solicitation, contract value, or award.

- Small businesses seeking DLA work can use the sessions to strengthen their ability to locate opportunities in DIBBS and prepare quotes.
- The Joint Certification Program component makes the training relevant to contractors working through certification requirements for defense-related business.
- The announcement describes supplier-readiness support rather than a new contract opportunity; companies should not treat it as a solicitation or award notice.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Regulatory Compliance
**Published:** October 13, 2026

### Government Entities
- Defense Logistics Agency (DLA)
- DLA Weapons Support Office of Small Business Programs (DLA Weapons Support OSBP)

### Sources
- [DLA, Ohio APEX expand supplier training for defense contracting](https://tradersunion.com/news/financial-news/show/3793619-dla-ohio-apex-defense-supplier-training) - Traders Union