The GovConNet Procurement Conference attracts 800+ businesses ready to do business with federal, state & local governments, prime contractors and each other. Come gain new insights and make valuable connections! The Conference attracts hundreds of businesses who connect with federal, state and local agencies as well as prime contractors and each other to foster business success. BREAKOUT SESSIONS: Features panels with key purchasing office...

SAM Training: Basics of the government registration processGovernment Contracting:This seminar is designed to give you the tools to begin the process. That’s why the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) of Greater Spokane Incorporated is here to help you do business with the government. A general overview of how the federal, state and local government buys goods and services, and the seven phases of government procurement will...

Please Join Jennifer Schaus & Associates for a 2 Day Hands-On GSA Schedule WorkshopCoffee, lunch & beverages will be served throughout the day.Pre-Requisite: Participants should bring their laptop or i-Pad device.Participants should meet the basic requirements for GSA Schedules: * 2 Full Years (24 months) Of Signifant Business Revenues = Balance Sheet & Income Statement;* Items that are sold commercially;* Invoices for EACH item be...

The Freedom of Information Act, enacted in 1966, was the first law that gave Americans the right to access the records of federal agencies. FOIA establishes a legal right of access to government records and information on the basis of the principles of openness and accountability in government. In 1974, after the Watergate scandal the act was amended to force greater agency compliance. In 1991 the General Accounting Office reported over 1.9 m...

Small Business Event: MICC Fort Bliss Acquisition Forecast Open House; Supporting America's Small Business Fort Bliss invites you to a FORECAST FORUM with representatives from Fort Bliss Units and Mission Installation Contracting Command (MICC) providing their anticipated forecast opportunities for 2014. Event sign-in begins at 8:00am No fee to attend but registration is required!

Thinking of ways to diversify your customer base this year?The government, whether on the state/local/federal level, can be a good customer for your business. This seminar is designed to give you the tools to begin the process. That’s why the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) of Greater Spokane Incorporated is here to help you do business with the government. A general overview of how the federal, state and local government...

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) and the Dallas/Fort Worth Minority Supplier Development Council would like to invite all federal, state and local agency buyers to visit the booths at the upcoming ACCESS 2014 Business Expo on May 13, 2014, at the Irving (TX) Convention Center. This year's Expo will feature the GSA Sustainability Showcase, which will highlight GSA and federal contractors, who are helping the federal government mee...

The government marketplace is highly competitive and putting together a compelling proposal is imperative, but takes a lot of preparation and work! This workshop will provide the information and tools needed to prepare a responsive bid, including reading an RFP/RPQ/RFB, prepositioning, planning your response, setting up your files, and targeting your response. Be prepared for an intense dive into the elements of a proposal. You will gain a dee...

Looking for qualified employees? Looking for reliable suppliers? Veterans are your answer! WHY SHOULD YOU OR YOUR COMPANY/AGENCY PARTICIPATE IN THE N.M. VETERANS BUSINESS EXPO and JOB FAIR? SPONSORS* THERE ARE NUMEROUS WAYS TO SPONSOR THIS EVENT INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO: GOLD, SILVER AND BRONZE LEVELS AS WELL AS SPECIFIC ACTIVITIES SPONSORSHIPS, IE-EVENING RECEPTION, BREAKFAST, LUNCH AND REFRESHMENT BREAKS AND OTHERS. ATTENDEES (no charge...

Understand the bidding process and learn how to respond to government solicitations. This session will cover the following key topics:Elements of a SolicitationTypes of SolicitationsGovernment purchasing thresholdsResponding to Sources Sought NoticesHow to Respond to a RFPThe state and federal governments purchase millions of dollars worth of products and services from small businesses each year. Workshop attendees will gain useful tools that...