Contracting Events Calendar

There are contracting seminars held throughout the country and throughout the year.  You should attend some of these events to get inside information and learn how to do business with the federal and state governments.

 

Use the list below to find a contracting seminar near you.

 

       
       
               

 

CONTRACTING BIZ EVENTS CALENDAR
Event Date Location Description

SMWVBO Business Conference

TBD

San Antonio, TX

The business conference is a forum for Small, Minority, Women and Veteran business owners (SMWVBO) to develop relationships, acquire knowledge, and access opportunities that exist with public and private sector entities for the procurement of goods and services. A forum to further enhance the knowledge of procurement staff of the availability and ability of local firms with the desire to do business.

Intro to PTAC (Colorado Springs) Sep 12 , 2019 Colorado Springs, CO The session will get you off to the right start plus offer you networking and marketing opportunities
FEDCON Summit TBD Wilmington, NC The “FEDCON Summit” brings together over 650 representatives of the Corps of Engineers, Fort Bragg, Marine Corps Installations East/Camp Lejeune, Department of Veterans Affairs, General Services Administration, other federal agencies and installations, general and specialty contractors, designers and construction suppliers in North Carolina.
HHS Small Business Community Outreach Session Aug 13, 2019 Washington, DC Meet with HHS Small Business Specialists from across the Department to discuss capabilities and procurement opportunities.
Intro to PTAC (Colorado Springs) Aug 8 , 2019 Colorado Springs, CO The session will get you off to the right start plus offer you networking and marketing opportunities
DOL - Small Business Vendor Outreach Sessions TBD Washington, DC Interested in Introducing Your Company to the U.S Department of Labor? These sessions offer small businesses the opportunity to market their capabilities directly to OSDBU and agency program officials and learn about potential Department procurement opportunities.
NDIA 31st Navy Gold Coast Small Business Procurement Event Jul 25-26, 2019 San Diego, CA The purpose of Gold Coast is to provide a forum to educate, guide, and assist businesses, especially small businesses, in working with the government, primarily the Department of Defense.
DOJ - Small Business Vendor Outreach Sessions TBD Washington, DC Interested in Introducing Your Company to the U.S Department of Justice? These sessions offer small businesses the opportunity to market their capabilities directly to OSDBU and agency program officials and learn about potential Department procurement opportunities.
Intro to PTAC (Colorado Springs) Jul 11, 2019 Colorado Springs, CO The session will get you off to the right start plus offer you networking and marketing opportunities

Grow Your Business in Sawyer County Wisconsin

TBD

Hayward, WI

Join us to learn how to become a member of the WBE Community, which allows you the ability to communicate with other certified Women Business Enterprises’, share best practices, make WBE connections and foster corporate relationships.

DOL - Small Business Vendor Outreach Sessions TBD Washington, DC Interested in Introducing Your Company to the U.S Department of Labor? These sessions offer small businesses the opportunity to market their capabilities directly to OSDBU and agency program officials and learn about potential Department procurement opportunities.
HHS Small Business Community Outreach Session Jul 9, 2019 Washington, DC Meet with HHS Small Business Specialists from across the Department to discuss capabilities and procurement opportunities.

Greater Houston Business Procurement Forum

TBD

Houston, TX

Various Public and Private Sector Entities and their representatives will discuss the prospects for doing business and outline business opportunities for Small and Minority owned businesses with their respective Institutions.

DOJ - Small Business Vendor Outreach Sessions TBD Washington, DC Interested in Introducing Your Company to the U.S Department of Justice? These sessions offer small businesses the opportunity to market their capabilities directly to OSDBU and agency program officials and learn about potential Department procurement opportunities.
Intro to PTAC (Westminster) Jun 18, 2019 Westminster, CO The session will get you off to the right start plus offer you networking and marketing opportunities
National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit – (Charleston, SC) June 13, 2019 Charleston, SC Increased focus on assuring small business federal contractors secure our fair share of federal contracting (taxpayer) dollars Access to federal agencies and prime contractors, etc.
HHS Small Business Community Outreach Session Jun 11 2019 Washington, DC Meet with HHS Small Business Specialists from across the Department to discuss capabilities and procurement opportunities.
Intro to PTAC (Colorado Springs) Jun 9, 2019 Colorado Springs, CO The session will get you off to the right start plus offer you networking and marketing opportunities
CelebrAsian 2019 Procurement Opportunity Conference Jun 5-7, 2019 Houston, TX CelebrAsian, the largest annual national Asian American business conference in the United States, brings together some of the best and brightest Asian American entrepreneurs in business all under one roof, to network with procurement and marketing professionals from major corporations and governments.
VETS19 May 29-31, 2019 Norfolk, VA VETS2018 will increase focus on education and training for new and mid-level veteran businesses, one-on-one business matchmaking, and a bigger exhibit hall with extended hours for increase networking opportunities.  Cost: $299.00-$475.00.
DOJ - Small Business Vendor Outreach Sessions TBD Washington, DC Interested in Introducing Your Company to the U.S Department of Justice? These sessions offer small businesses the opportunity to market their capabilities directly to OSDBU and agency program officials and learn about potential Department procurement opportunities.
HHS Small Business Community Outreach Session May 14, 2019 Washington, DC Meet with HHS Small Business Specialists from across the Department to discuss capabilities and procurement opportunities.
Intro to PTAC (Colorado Springs) May 9, 2019 Colorado Springs, CO The session will get you off to the right start plus offer you networking and marketing opportunities
29th Annual Government Procurement Conference Apr 18, 2019 Washington, DC Participating firms will have the benefit of marketing their products/services to procurement representatives and small business specialists from government agencies. Companies may choose to set up an exhibit table to showcase their capabilities or simply come as an attendee.
52ndh Annual Chicago Business Opportunity Fair Apr 17-18, 2019 Chicago, IL The Chicago Business Opportunity Fair is the largest procurement conference and trade fair in our marketplace dedicated to connecting minority business enterprises (MBEs) with corporate and government buying organizations.
USDOE'19 Apr 16-18, 2019 Pittsburgh, PA At the 17th Annual DOE Small Business Forum & Expo, you have the opportunity to build relationships and reconnect with business professionals, acquire invaluable information, and solidify contract opportunities with prime contractors and government procurement officials.
Intro to PTAC (Westminster) Apr 16, 2019 Colorado Springs, CO An Introduction to PTAC Services, assistance, training and classes. Includes a discussion of BidMatch – the opportunity search tool and SAM – the System for Award Management. Highly recommended for new PTAC Clients before their first counseling session.

The 15th Annual Bridging Partnerships Small Business Symposium

Apr 15-16, 2019

Kennewick, WA

The 15th Annual Bridging Partnerships Small Business Symposium. Bridging Partnerships is an opportunity for businesses of all sizes to gain valuable contracting tips and tricks...

Gov’t Marketing: It’s a Treasure Hunt! (Westminster) Apr 11, 2019 Westminster, CO This seminar provides step by step guidance for navigating Federal web sites such as the Federal Business Opportunities (FBO), Dynamic SB Search (DSBS) and the Federal Procurement Data Systems Next Generation (FPDS-NG) to locate teaming partners, subcontract opportunities and new markets with Federal agencies.
DOL - Small Business Vendor Outreach Sessions TBD Washington, DC Interested in Introducing Your Company to the U.S Department of Labor? These sessions offer small businesses the opportunity to market their capabilities directly to OSDBU and agency program officials and learn about potential Department procurement opportunities.
Intro to PTAC (Colorado Springs) Apr 11, 2019 Colorado Springs, CO An Introduction to PTAC Services, assistance, training and classes. Includes a discussion of BidMatch – the opportunity search tool and SAM – the System for Award Management. Highly recommended for new PTAC Clients before their first counseling session.
SFMSDC - 34th Annual Business Expo Apr 11-12, 2019 Ft. Lauderdale, FL This is the largest minority business event in southeast Florida. This event consists of a trade fair, workshops and a luncheon that provides a forum to network and showcase your company's products and services.
HHS Small Business Community Outreach Session Apr 9, 2019 Washington, DC Meet with HHS Small Business Specialists from across the Department to discuss capabilities and procurement opportunities.

Minority & Women-Owned Construction Business Matchmaking Event...

Apr 5, 2019

Hyattsville, MD

A FREE event to meet Prime Contractors.  Find out about PGCPS Public School Construction Summer Bid Opportunities.  Learn how to obtain: BONDING, FINANCING, INSURANCE and MBE CERTIFICATION.  Contractors, Women, and Minority Business Vendors are invited to attend.

Creating Winning Government Proposals PART IV of IV (Westminster) Apr 3, 2019 Westminster, CO This is a 4-part training series on how to consistently create government proposals that win the contract. It’s designed specifically for small- to mid-sized business owners, proposal managers/coordinators, business development, marketing people, and anyone tasked with developing proposals to win government business.
National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit – Spring Mar 27-28, 2019 Washington, DC Increased focus on assuring small business federal contractors secure our fair share of federal contracting (taxpayer) dollars Access to federal agencies and prime contractors, etc.
Creating Winning Government Proposals PART III of IV (Westminster) Mar 27, 2019 Westminster, CO This is a 4-part training series on how to consistently create government proposals that win the contract. It’s designed specifically for small- to mid-sized business owners, proposal managers/coordinators, business development, marketing people, and anyone tasked with developing proposals to win government business.
The 2019 AUSA ILW Global Force Symposium & Exposition Mar 26-28, 2019 Huntsville, AL Network & learn from Procurement officials. Discover the Army's game plan for procurement going forward. Connect with prime contractors.
2019 Small Business Outreach & Industry Day TBD Norfolk, VA Want to do business with the military? Attend this event to network & learn from Procurement officials.
DOJ - Small Business Vendor Outreach Sessions TBD Washington, DC Interested in Introducing Your Company to the U.S Department of Justice? These sessions offer small businesses the opportunity to market their capabilities directly to OSDBU and agency program officials and learn about potential Department procurement opportunities.
Creating Winning Government Proposals PART II of IV (Westminster) Mar 20, 2019 Westminster, CO This is a 4-part training series on how to consistently create government proposals that win the contract. It’s designed specifically for small- to mid-sized business owners, proposal managers/coordinators, business development, marketing people, and anyone tasked with developing proposals to win government business.
SBTDC - Opportunities2019 TBD Asheville, NC Market your products and services directly to over 50 federal, state, and local government agencies and large prime contractors in ONE day with ONE sales call. Network and attend seminars.
Govt Marketing: It’s a “Treasure Hunt” (Westminster) Mar 19, 2019 Westminster, CO This seminar provides step by step guidance for navigating Federal web sites such as the Federal Business Opportunities (FBO), Dynamic SB Search (DSBS) and the Federal Procurement Data Systems Next Generation (FPDS-NG) to locate teaming partners, subcontract opportunities and new markets with Federal agencies.
Intro to PTAC (Golden) Mar 14, 2019 Golden, CO An Introduction to PTAC Services, assistance, training and classes. Includes a discussion of BidMatch – the opportunity search tool and SAM – the System for Award Management. Highly recommended for new PTAC Clients before their first counseling session.
Intro to PTAC (Colorado Springs) Mar 14, 2019 Colorado Springs, CO An Introduction to PTAC Services, assistance, training and classes. Includes a discussion of BidMatch – the opportunity search tool and SAM – the System for Award Management. Highly recommended for new PTAC Clients before their first counseling session.
Creating Winning Government Proposals PART I of IV (Westminster) Mar 13, 2019 Westminster, CO This is a 4-part training series on how to consistently create government proposals that win the contract. It’s designed specifically for small- to mid-sized business owners, proposal managers/coordinators, business development, marketing people, and anyone tasked with developing proposals to win government business.
HHS Small Business Community Outreach Session Mar 12, 2019 Washington, DC Meet with HHS Small Business Specialists from across the Department to discuss capabilities and procurement opportunities.
Mar 8, 2019 Westminster, CO This session will cover all the pricing requirements of a schedule based on a current proposal template from a GSA Schedule Solicitation on FBO.gov
NASA Industry Day-Women-Owned Small Business TBD NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory This event is geared towards raising the participation of Women-Owned small business companies in government contracting participation.
National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit – Spring 2019 TBD Arlington, VA Increased focus on assuring small business federal contractors secure our fair share of federal contracting (taxpayer) dollars. Access to federal agencies and prime contractors. Timely education and information on current trends, opportunities and threats to small business contractors. Legal education important for teaming, joint ventures and related topics, etc.
GovConectx Feb 28, 2019 Falls Church, VA Winter Showcase: Small Business Expo, Seminar and MatchMaker . Get an Extra 30 Minutes Of Face Time with the Matchmakers and Speakers on their Expo Walk Through. Showcase your goods and services. Get the focus and attention that your offerings deserve.
GSA Schedule Section II – Technical Proposal (Session 3 of 5) - Westminster Feb 22, 2019 Westminster, CO This session will cover all the Technical Proposal of a schedule based on a current proposal template from a GSA Schedule Solicitation on FBO.gov.
Intro to PTAC (Westminster) Feb 19, 2019 Westminster, CO An Introduction to PTAC Services, assistance, training and classes. Includes a discussion of BidMatch – the opportunity search tool and SAM – the System for Award Management. Highly recommended for new PTAC Clients before their first counseling session.
Govt Marketing: It’s a “Treasure Hunt” (Golden) Feb 14, 2019 Golden, CO This seminar provides step by step guidance for navigating Federal web sites such as the Federal Business Opportunities (FBO), Dynamic SB Search (DSBS) and the Federal Procurement Data Systems Next Generation (FPDS-NG) to locate teaming partners, subcontract opportunities and new markets with Federal agencies.
HHS Small Business Community Outreach Session Feb 12, 2019 Washington, DC Meet with HHS Small Business Specialists from across the Department to discuss capabilities and procurement opportunities.
Marketing Your Business to the Government TBD Marinette, WI You have registered in SAM and DSBS, you have started looking at some opportunities, and have decided you want Uncle Sam to be one of your customers. What else do you have to do? Prepare to MARKET YOUR BUSINESS. During this session you will learn what the government looks for in a contractor, understand your competition and how to prepare your marketing materials.
Cradle to Grave Proposal Training TBD El Paso, TX This is an intensive 8-hour presentation that will guide you through the full proposal preparation process.
MBE Pre-Certification Briefing TBD Detroit, MI The orientation will cover information about the Council, the certification process and a review of the application.
National 8(a) Association  Conference Feb 11, 2019 Gaylord Opryland Our conference is designed to help 8(a) certified and non-8(a) certified businesses gain the valuable education, promotion, and federal contracting information they need to further advance their level of experience and achieve a higher degree of success.
Intro to PTAC (Colorado Springs) Feb 7, 2019 Colorado Springs, CO An Introduction to PTAC Services, assistance, training and classes. Includes a discussion of BidMatch – the opportunity search tool and SAM – the System for Award Management. Highly recommended for new PTAC Clients before their first counseling session.
Government Contracting Basics & System of Award Managment (SAM) TBD El Paso, TX This workshop provides training on Government Contracting Basics and System for Award Management (SAM) Registration Process.
Alaska PTAC Government Contracting Conference Feb 6, 2019 Anchorage, AK Learn about contracting with the Alaska State government and discover upcoming contracting opportunities.
GSA Schedule Section I – Administrative (Session 2 of 5) - Westminster Feb 1, 2019 Westminster, CO This Session will cover all the administrative section of a schedule based on a current proposal template from a GSA Schedule Solicitation on FBO.gov.
AGC Annual Construction Forecast Luncheon TBD Anchorage, AK Publishes a forecast for the upcoming year’s construction prospects. This forecast is available to all interested parties, but we encourage everyone to attend the Forecast Presentation which gives detailed informational breakdowns by region, construction type, and more, as well as a meal!
Acquisition Hour: Cyber Security for Current and Prospective DOD Contractors and Subcontractors TBD Webinar Cyber Security training for Current and Prospective DOD Contractors and Subcontractors : Key considerations, planning and actions involved with protecting Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) and compliance with DFARS 252.204-7012..
Intro to PTAC (Aurora) Jan 31, 2019 Aurora, CO An Introduction to PTAC Services, assistance, training and classes. Includes a discussion of BidMatch – the opportunity search tool and SAM – the System for Award Management. Highly recommended for new PTAC Clients before their first counseling session.
Acquisition Hour: Market Research TBD Webinar This first Webinar will provide an overview of the data and the various tools that can be used to access the data – ezSearch, Standard Reports and adhoc Reports. FPDS data can provide a better understanding of what the federal government is buying, when they are buying and how they are buying.
Government to Business Outreach (Aurora) Jan 31, 2019 Aurora, CO Opportunity for businesses to meet a variety of Government Procurement insiders such as Small Business Specialists (SBSs), Prime Contractors, Local/State Procurement Specialists, and often the regional GSA program manager. They will provide briefings on their organization’s contracting needs and how to do business with their agency.
WOSB/EDWOSB Overview and Certification Process Jan 30, 2019 TBD Get an overview of the Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contracting Program. meeting will provide an overview of the WOSB/EDWOSB program, a detailed review of the USWCC WOSB/EDWOSB certification process, next steps, etc.
National Small Business Federal Contracting Summit – West Coast Jan 24, 2019 Burlingame, CA Increased focus on assuring small business federal contractors secure our fair share of federal contracting (taxpayer) dollars. Timely education and information on current trends, opportunities and threats to small business contractors. The opportunity to meet one-on-one with Agency and Large Prime Acquisition Representatives
DOL - Small Business Vendor Outreach Sessions TBD Washington, DC Interested in Introducing Your Company to the U.S Department of Labor? These sessions offer small businesses the opportunity to market their capabilities directly to OSDBU and agency program officials and learn about potential Department procurement opportunities.
Should you get a GSA Schedule? (Session 2 of 5) (Westminster) Jan 18, 2019 Westminster, CO Should you get a GSA Schedule? This session is presented by PTAC staff. This session will help those who are interested in a GSA Schedule understand what it takes so they can make an educated business decision about whether or not it is realistic to go after a Schedule at this time.
WOSB/EDWOSB Overview and Certification Process Jan 16, 2019 TBD Get an overview of the Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contracting Program. meeting will provide an overview of the WOSB/EDWOSB program, a detailed review of the USWCC WOSB/EDWOSB certification process, next steps, etc.
Govt Marketing: It’s a “Treasure Hunt” (Westminster) Jan 15, 2019 Westminster, CO This seminar provides step by step guidance for navigating Federal web sites such as the Federal Business Opportunities (FBO), Dynamic SB Search (DSBS) and the Federal Procurement Data Systems Next Generation (FPDS-NG) to locate teaming partners, subcontract opportunities and new markets with Federal agencies.
Introduction to PTAC - Colorado Springs Jan 10, 2019 Colorado Springs, CO In this workshop, you will be introduced to PTAC’s free services, assistance, training, classes, and BidMatch.
HHS Small Business Community Outreach Session Jan 8, 2019 Washington, DC Meet with HHS Small Business Specialists from across the Department to discuss capabilities and procurement opportunities.
WOSB/EDWOSB Overview and Certification Process Jan 3, 2019 TBD Get an overview of the Women-Owned Small Business Federal Contracting Program. meeting will provide an overview of the WOSB/EDWOSB program, a detailed review of the USWCC WOSB/EDWOSB certification process, next steps, etc.

 

 

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