The Metropolitan Water Reclamation District of Greater Chicago (MWRD) invites small businesses, contractors, consultants, and entrepreneurs to attend the 2026 IMPACT Small Business Summit on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at Malcolm X College in Chicago.

Designed to help businesses successfully compete for government contracting opportunities, the IMPACT Small Business Summit brings together MWRD leadership, industry experts, prime contractors and consultants, government agencies, and assist agency partners for a day of networking, education, and meaningful connections.

Attendees will gain valuable insight into:

• How to do business with MWRD
• Upcoming contracting and procurement opportunities
• Resources available to help small businesses grow
• Opportunities to meet prime contractors and consultants
• Success stories from businesses that have partnered with MWRD

The IMPACT Small Business Summit is about breaking down barriers and creating pathways to opportunity. Whether you're just getting started or looking to expand your business, this event is designed to provide the knowledge, connections, and resources needed to compete successfully.

The summit will feature educational workshops, networking opportunities, interactive sessions with prime contractors and consultants, an exhibitor hall featuring assist agency partners, Prime Contractors and Consultants, Sister Agencies, and more. The summit will culminate in the first live Small Business Success Stories panel, bringing together several businesses previously featured in MWRD's popular webinar series for an engaging conversation about their contracting journeys, business growth, and the opportunities that helped shape their success.

The event is free to attend, but advance registration is required.

Event Details

• What: 2026 IMPACT Small Business Summit
• When: Thursday, September 24, 2026
• Time: 8 a.m. – 2 p.m.
• Where: Malcolm X College, 1900 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL
• Cost: Free

Register here