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Click on your state to identify training opportunities in your region. Not all PTAC training opportunities are listed below. For information on other training opportunities in your region, please contact your local PTAC representative: Find a PTAC. 
CT PTAP EVENT CALENDAR Organization Name: Connecticut Procurement Technical Assistance Program Location: Headquarters - New London - 888-673-2837 Ext. 207 Connecticut PTAP's Event Calendar is on-line. Click this link to view: http://www.ctptap.org/calendar.htm Registration Fee: There is no charge for most CT PTAP sponsored seminars. Contact Email: info@ctptap.org 6th Annual Queens Business and Procurement Expo 2008 Organization Name: LaGuardia Community College PTAC Location: Con Edison Learning Center - Long Island City, NY Event Date: June 6, 08 This event provides a forum for small business owners to meet with federal, state and local government representatives to discuss upcoming procurement opportunities. It also allows small business owners to network with one another for possible teaming or joint venture arrangements. Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: benh@lagcc.cuny.edu Showcase for Commerce - Training Opportunities Organization Name: Johnstown Area Regional Industries (JARI) Location: Johnstown, PA Showcase for Commerce - OVERVIEW What started in 1991 as a local exhibition of area businesses is now the largest business and industry show and premier defense contracting exhibit in the region. Showcase for Commerce is the ultimate opportunity to link major defense corporations with qualified local companies for subcontracting purposes. In addition, area companies gain valuable business-to-business opportunities by developing new contacts, interacting with regional and national organizations and expanding the markets for their goods and services The informational presentations offered are arranged and conducted by Johnstown Area Regional Industries (JARI) Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC). These programs provide attendees with training and insight to better operate, manage and bid on government contracts. Showcase for Commerce - Workshop agenda SBIR, National Defense, and You: Wednesday, May 28 9:00 am - 11:30 am Frank J. Pasquerilla Conference Center Rooms A&B A panel will provide lessons on how to win Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) grants related to our national security. Understanding ITAR: Wednesday, May 28 1:30 - 4:30 pm Frank J. Pasquerilla Conference Center Rooms A&B International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) experts will discuss U.S. Government regulations that control the export and import of defense-related articles and services. Military Contracting for Small Businesses: Thursday, May 29 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Frank J. Pasquerilla Conference Center Rooms A&B Representatives from various branches of the U.S. Armed Forces will describe how small businesses can do contract work for our nation\\\'s military. Doing Business With Poland: Thursday, May 29 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Frank J. Pasquerilla Conference Center Boardroom A commerce representative from Poland will provide an overview of the opportunities available for international trade with that country. Small Business Sub-Contracting Success With Primes: Thursday, May 29 1:30 - 4:30 pm Frank J. Pasquerilla Conference Center Rooms A&B A panel of small business liaisons from several government primes such as Boeing, General Dynamics, Raytheon and others will present key tips for winning subcontracts with their respective companies. Registration Fee: Please access website for data: www.showcaseforcommerce.com Contact Email: jschirf@jari.com; bshark@jari.com; nmccreadie@jari.com Selling to the Military Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. This is a mid-level course and is designed for anyone wanting to sell goods or services to the military. This seminar will acquaint attendees with the basic principles that they must know in order to do business with the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines or DLA. The 7 phases of government procurement will be reviewed. Additional topics include the DFARS, simplified acquisition thresholds, use of military forecasts, doing business with the Army’s Corps of Engineers, DLA's Procurement Gateway, DoD’s e-mall, how to find military specs and standards, and much, much more. Selling to the Military Thursday, February 28, 2008 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM TSRB Auditorium, 85 - 5th Street, Atlanta, GA 30308 Selling to the Military Thursday, May 29, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon 190 Technology Circle, Rm 145, Savannah, GA 31407 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Business Connections Marketplace 2008 Organization Name: NC PTAC Location: Embassy Suites, Greensboro, North Carolina Event Date: May 29, 08 A government procurement fair with a great opportunity for your agency or business to connect with new suppliers or network with current suppliers. Training seminars during the day. 8:00am - 5:00pm In cooperation with: Representative Mel Watt Representative Howard Coble Representative Brad Miller Registration Fee: Not free Contact Email: ablack@sbtdc.org Understanding the GSA Schedules Process Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. This class addresses many of the challenges businesses face when deciding whether they should seek a GSA Schedule contract. Topics include: an overview of GSA's mission; the federal government's various "purchasing vehicles"; why federal agencies use (and don’t use) GSA Schedules; the pros and cons of GSA Schedule contracts; and preparing a proposal to obtain a Schedule. The presenter will discuss issues businesses should consider before taking the “Schedules plunge.” Although GSA Schedules cover a number of commodities and services, they do not cover everything the government purchases. Therefore, prior to attending this seminar, it is important that you determine if there is a GSA Schedule covering your product or service. To find out, go to www.gsa.gov and click on “GSA Schedules.” On the right side of the next page that appears, click on "Schedules e-Library" and insert a word or two describing your product or service in the search engine. (If the search determines that your product or service is not covered by a Schedule, attending this seminar will not be beneficial for you.) If you find a Schedule that does apply to your line of business, you should obtain a copy of the Schedule solicitation and review it prior to attending the seminar. You can do this by again accessing www.gsa.gov. On the right hand side of the page, click on “GSA Schedules.” On the left hand side of the next page that appears, click on “For Vendors-Getting on a Schedule.” Then, click “GSA Schedule Solicitations” on the left side of the following page. Locate the solicitation you are seeking and download it to your computer. Review it and make note of questions you may wish to ask in class. Understanding the GSA Schedules Process Thursday, March 27, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon TSRB Auditorium, 85 - 5th Street, Atlanta, GA 30308 Understanding the GSA Schedules Process Thursday, April 17, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon 151 Osigian Blvd., Warner Robins, GA 31088 Understanding the GSA Schedules Process Thursday, August 28, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon 190 Technology Circle, Rm, 145, Savannah, GA 31407 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Radio Frequency ID and Unique ID Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. RFID inventory tagging is being implemented to provide greater asset visibility to the armed forces. This seminar will cover RFID implementation for suppliers to DoD. The instructor will introduce you to radio frequency identification (RFID) systems and what you must do as a supplier to comply with new DoD directives. Instruction will be provided on what RFID technology is, types of RFID tags and their various applications, why DoD wants RFID, DoD’s policy and requirements regarding RFID, what to consider as you put together an implementation plan, resources available to you, and the benefits of RFID to you and DoD. Unique Identification (UID) is DoD's vision for end-to-end item visibility and management. This section provides tools to help defense suppliers become familiar with the fundamental aspects of UID and have a good working knowledge of UID related terminology and contractual requirements. Radio Frequency ID and Unique ID Thursday, March 27, 2008 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM TSRB Auditorium, 85 - 5th Street, Atlanta, GA 30308 Radio Frequency ID and Unique ID Thursday, May 15, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon 151 Osigian Blvd., Warner Robins, GA. 31088 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Preparing Successful Bids/Proposals Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. This three-hour seminar is designed to help companies understand the technical proposal preparation process when responding to federal government requests. Topics will include: preliminary preparation for bidding, receiving the bid package, working the solicitation, technical proposal development insights, developing your bid price/cost proposal, budgets, fixed and variable costs, overheads, general and administrative (G&A) costs, profit, spreadsheets and documenting cost support. Preparing Successful Bids/Proposals Tuesday, January 15, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon The Burson Center, 500 Old Bremen Rd., Carrollton, GA 30117 Preparing Successful Bids/Proposals Thursday, February 14, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon 151 Osigian Blvd., Warner Robins, GA. 31088 Preparing Successful Bids/Proposals Thursday, February 14, 2008 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM TSRB Auditorium, 85 - 5th Street, Atlanta, GA 30308 Preparing Successful Bids/Proposals Start Date:Thursday, June 26, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon 190 Technology Circle, Rm 145, Savannah, GA 31407 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Introduction to Government Contracting Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. This 3-hour class provides all the fundamentals for doing business in the government marketplace. Pre-registration is required via website listed below. Introduction to Gov't Contracting Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon TSRB Auditorium, 85 - 5th Street, Atlanta, GA 30308 Introduction to Gov't Contracting Thursday, January 17, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon 151 Osigian Blvd., Warner Robins, GA. 31088 Introduction to Gov't Contracting Thursday, January 31, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon 190 Technology Circle, Rm 154, Savannah, Georgia 31407 Introduction to Gov't Contracting Thursday, February 14, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon TSRB Auditorium, 85 - 5th Street, Atlanta, GA 30308 Introduction to Gov't Contracting Thursday, May 22, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon Suite 220, 125 Pine Street, Albany, GA 31702 Introduction to Gov't Contracting Thursday, March 13, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon Hodges Room, 3rd Floor, 75 - 5th Street, Atlanta, GA 30308 Introduction to Gov't Contracting Thursday, April 17, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon TSRB Auditorium, 85 - 5th Street, Atlanta, GA 30308 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Cost and Price Proposal Preparation Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. This class is a must for anyone that will be preparing or is currently preparing responses to government contracting opportunities. Topics discussed include: budgets, fixed and variable costs, overheads, general and administrative (G&A) costs, and profit, spreadsheets and documenting cost support. Pre-registration is required via website listed below. Cost and Price Proposal Preparation Thursday, March 13, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon 151 Osigian Blvd., Warner Robins, GA. 31088 Cost and Price Proposal Preparation Thursday, July 24, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon 190 Technology Circle, Rm 145, Savannah, GA 31407 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Marketing to State and Local Governments Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. This class provides detailed instruction on how to do business with the State of Georgia, and all units of local government including cities and counties. Pre-registration is required via website listed below. Marketing to State and Local Governments Thursday, February 28, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon TSRB Auditorium, 85 - 5th Street, Atlanta, GA 30308 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Small Business Certifications Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. This seminar covers all aspects of how to become certified and registered and the benefits for small businesses participating in the 8(a), Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB), Historically Utilized Business Zones (HUBZones) certifications, Woman Owned Businesses and Service Disabled Veterans Owned Business. Small Business Certifications Tuesday, March 18, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon The Burson Center, 500 Old Bremen Rd., Carrollton, GA 30117 Small Business Certifications Thursday, April 17, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon 190 Technology Circle, Rm. 145, Savannah, Georgia 31407 Small Business Certifications Thursday, June 12, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon 151 Osigian Blvd., Warner Robins, GA. 31088 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Subcontracting with Large Prime Contractors Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. Want to learn how to business with large government prime contractors? If so, you will want to attend this three-hour seminar. Since the government is “bundling” so many of their contracts, becoming a subcontractor may be the only way some small businesses can get their feet in the door. Becoming a subcontractor can not only be rewarding but less complicated than competing for a government prime contract. Many prime contractors continuously seek good small business suppliers to meet their needs and satisfy the requirements of their government subcontracting plans. You may have just what they are looking for and should consider attending this seminar. Subcontracting with Large Prime Contractors Thursday, January 17, 2008 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM TSRB Auditorium, 85 - 5th Street, Atlanta, GA 30308 Subcontracting with Large Prime Contractors Thursday, April 17, 2008 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM TSRB Auditorium, 85 - 5th Street, Atlanta, GA 30308 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu North Carolina Training Events (Consolidated) Organization Name: NC PTAC Location: North Carolina NC PTAC EVENTS CALENDAR - 2008 February 12, 2008 (6:00pm – 8:00pm) “Doing Business with the State and Federal Government” Location: Triangle South – Dunn, NC POC: Nancy Blackman (910) 892-2884 nancyblackman@earthlink.net February 19, 2008 (10:00am-12:00) "Doing Business with the Federal Government" Location: Oak Park Inn Conference Center, Waynesville, NC POC: Daphne Carson (828) 631-0292 daphne@mountainbizworks.org February 19, 2008 (6:00pm-8:00pm) "Doing Business with the Federal Government" Location: Mountain Biz Works, Sylva, NC POC: Daphne Carson (828) 631-0292 daphne@mountainbizworks.org *March 10, 2008 (8:00am – 5:00pm) “Opportunities 2008 – Making Dollars and Sense Selling to the Government” Location: The Grove Park Inn, Asheville, NC POC: (828) 251-6025 www.sbtdc.org/events/opportunities *May 29, 2008 (8:00am – 5:00pm) “Business Connections Marketplace 2008” Location: Embassy Suites – Greensboro, NC POC: Kathy Elliott (336) 387-8323 www.greensborochamber.com * Denotes events not solely or directly sponsored by the NC PTAC Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: mmills@sbtdc.org 7th Annual UAB Business Opportunities & Industrial Distribution Conference & Exhibits Organization Name: University of Alabama - Birmingham PTAC Location: Birmingham, AL Event Date: March 12, 08 March 12 (Wednesday) 8:00 am - 10:30 a.m. Presentations from US Dept of Veteran Affairs, BE&K, Warner Robins AFB, Burr Forman, US Corps of Engineers. Exhibit Hall open from 10:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. March 13 (Thursday) 8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. Panel discussion. 10:00 a.m. - 11:55 a.m. Matchmaking Event (Pre-registration required)Call 205-934-6760 or see website for additional information. Registration Fee: $85.00 per person Contact Email: bcox@uab.edu Understanding Wide Area Work Flow Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. This seminar is an advanced course designed for companies that are currently doing business with the military, and transitioning from legacy paper-based acceptance and invoicing systems (like the DD250) to electronic means. This seminar will cover the basic principles you must know in order to get paid electronically by DFAS. DoD is implementing this Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) system now, so businesses should learn this new system before it becomes mandatory. The instructor will demonstrate an actual online registration. Additionally, the 7 phases of government procurement will be reviewed. DSCP's virtual item manager (VIM) program will also be discussed. Understanding Wide Area Work Flow Tuesday, January 29, 2008 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM 151 Osigian Blvd., Warner Robins, GA 31088 Understanding Wide Area Work Flow Thursday, March 27, 2008 2:45 PM - 4:00 PM TSRB Auditorium, 85 - 5th Street, Atlanta, GA 30308 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Using Your Computer to Win Government Contracts Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. You have a computer and an internet service provider – and you know how to send an email – but you’re still feeling technology-challenged. If that sounds like you, then you will benefit from attending this 3-hour class. In this three-hour class, you will learn how to use your computer to register your business for government work, conduct market research, find contract opportunities, submit bids on-line, communicate with governments, and get paid. Using Your Computer to Win Government Contracts Thursday, February 21, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon 190 Technology Circle, Rm. 154, Savannah, GA 31407 Using Your Computer to Win Gov't Contracts Thursday, March 13, 2008 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM TSRB Auditorium, 85 - 5th Street, Atlanta, GA 30308 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu West Georgia Small Business Resource Expo Organization Name: Georgia Tech Procurement Assistance Center Location: Classes offered across the state of Georgia. See details below. Pre-registration is required via URL shown below. If you've ever wondered how State agencies, cities, counties, school boards, and authorities buy their goods and services, then this is the class for you. In this 3-hour class you will learn how to register as a vendor, who to contact, where to find opportunities, what the requirements are for bidding, and how to get paid. West Georgia Small Business Resource Expo Tuesday, February 12, 2008 9:00 AM - Noon The Burson Center, 500 Old Bremen Rd., Carrollton, GA 30117 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: gtpac@innovate.gatech.edu Organization Name: Kentucky Procurement Assistance Center (KPAP) Kentucky's training calendar is accessible from our webpage - click on the link below. Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: ced.kpap@ky.gov Organization Name: Southwest Virginia Community College PTAC Southwest Virginia Community College PTAC Center for Economic Development Training Events accessible via the program web site (See link below) Contact Email: glenda.calver@sw.edu How to Become a Government Contractor Organization Name: PTAC of Schoolcraft College Location: 18600 Haggerty Rd., Livonia, MI 48152 Event Date: May 22, 08 Did you know the federal government purchases more than $350 billion of goods and services a year and the State of Michigan has a diverse portfolio valued at more than $11.6 billion? Find out what it takes to sell your goods and services to the federal government and the State of Michigan. In addition, learn about the services and continuous support the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) has available to help your company with the contracting process. Registration Fee: $40.00 must be pre-registered Contact Email: inforeq@schoolcraft.edu How to Become a Government Contractor Organization Name: PTAC of Schoolcraft College Location: 18600 Haggerty Rd., Livonia, MI 48152 Event Date: June 19, 08 Did you know the federal government purchases more than $350 billion of goods and services a year and the State of Michigan has a diverse portfolio valued at more than $11.6 billion? Find out what it takes to sell your goods and services to the federal government and the State of Michigan. In addition, learn about the services and continuous support the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) has available to help your company with the contracting process. Registration Fee: $40.00 must be pre-registered Contact Email: inforeq@schoolcraft.edu Federal Supply Schedules: Finding Your Way to the GSA Organization Name: PTAC of Schoolcraft College Location: 18600 Haggerty Rd., Livonia, MI 48152 Event Date: May 20, 08 GSA Federal Supply Schedules are contracts that allow federal customers to acquire more than 4 million products and services directly from more than 8,600 commercial suppliers. Mike Klewicki is a GSA expert who will educate clients on the many mysteries regarding the GSA procurement arena and Federal Supply Schedules. This class is intended for businesses that would like to learn about supply schedules, buying potential and marketing through a GSA schedule. Registration Fee: $40.00 must be pre-registered Contact Email: inforeq@schoolcraft.edu Winning Government Contracts: The First Steps Organization Name: Heartland PTAC Location: Kansas City This introductory seminar is an overview of the critical first steps associated with winning government contracts. The Heartland Procurement Technical Assistance Center (HPTAC) hosts a bi-monthly seminar on how to get started in the government contracting arena including federal, state and local government registrations and certifications. The seminar will also cover HPTAC services available to assist Kansas businesses in all aspects of government contracting. The Heartland PTAC seminar is available to Kansas based businesses on the 2nd Thursday of each month. Instructor: Dewayne Long Cost: $50 per person Payment: Pay at the door. Payment Method: Check or cash. Unable to accept credit cards. Time: 9:30 am – 12:00 pm When in 2008: January 10; February 14; March 13; April 10; May 8; June 12; July 10; August 14; September 11; October 9; November 13; December 11 Where: 4747 Troost Bldg, Room 222 (iStrategy Studio), Kansas City, MO 64110 To register call 816-235-2891 ext. 1 Registration Fee: $50.00 Contact Email: longdew@umkc.edu Doing Business with the City of Wichita, Sedgwick County and USD 259 Organization Name: City of Wichita/Heartland PTAC Location: Wichita, KS Event Date: July 16, 08 This is an educational seminar on doing business with the City of Wichita, Sedgwick County, and USD 259. In addition to learning the purchasing process for each of these offices, attendees will have the opportunity to "register" as a vendor. Representatives from the Wichita SBA office and Heartland PTAC will also participate. Time: 1:00pm - 5:00pm Cost: Free Location: Personnel Training Room (10th Floor) City Hall 455 North Main City of Wichita Wichita, KS Contact/Registration: To register, contact Janice Briggs, Contract Compliance Officer, City of Wichita Purchasing Dept. at 316-268-4417. Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: JBriggs@wichita.gov Winning Government Contracts - The First Steps Organization Name: City of Wichita/Heartland PTAC Location: Wichita, KS Event Date: August 27, 08 This introductory workshop is an overview of the critical first steps associated with selling your product/service to the government. Time: 12:00pm - 5:00pm Cost: Free Location: Personnel Training Room (10th Floor) City Hall 455 North Main City of Wichita Wichita, KS Contact/Registration: To register, contact Janice Briggs, Contract Compliance Officer, City of Wichita Purchasing Dept. at 316-268-4417 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: JBriggs@wichita.gov Representative Ike Skelton Procurement Conference Organization Name: MO Procurement Technical Assistance Center Location: Warrensburg, Missouri on University of Central Missouri campus Event Date: May 30, 08 This is an opportunity for federal, state and local Contracting Officers (buyers) to network with vendors. We anticipate over 300 attendees with vendor exhibits and a number of training sessions for attendees. Are you interested in selling your product or service to Government agencies or prime contractors? Learn how to do this and make contact directly with various government agencies and prime contractors at U. S. Representative Ike Skelton’s Procurement Conference on May 30, 2008. Over 50 government agencies and private contractors will have exhibits and will be available to talk with you about contracting opportunities for your business. Over 300 small businesses and individual attendees participated in the conference last year, so make your reservation no later than May 23, 2008. The total cost, including lunch and all events, is $49 per attendee. The exhibitors, major speakers and presentations will be held at the University Union Building. For information--Shirley Krzesinski CenterPhone: 660-543-4402Email: sbtdc@ucmo.eduWebsite: For information on exhibiting for the low price of $49 per person, call 573-882-8058 or 573-882-9398. Registration Fee: $ 49.00 Contact Email: sbtdc@ucmo.edu Selling to the Government Organization Name: Missouri Procurement Technical Assistance Centers Our Procurement Technical Assistance Centers offer a variety of training events routinely in Missouri. Please visit our web site at http://www.missouribusiness.net/ptac/events.asp For more information, please contact our state office at 573-882-8058 Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: palangpoure@missouri.edu Winning Government Contracts: The First Steps Organization Name: Missouri Procurement Technical Assistance Center Location: 4747 Troost Building, Suite 222, Kansas City, MO 64110 This introductory 3-hour seminar is an overview of the critical first steps associated with winning government contracts. Topics covered include federal, state and local registrations and certifications as well as the services available to assist Missouri businesses in all aspects of government contracting. The Missouri PTAC seminar is available to Missouri based businesses the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month. Instructor: Donna Leonard Cost: $50 per attendee payable at the door by check or cash Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm When in 2008: January 3 & 17 February 7 & 21 March 6 & 20 April 3 & 17 May 1 & 15 June 5 & 19 July 3 & 17 August 7 & 21 September 4 & 18 October 2 & 16 November 6 & 20 December 4 & 18 To register call 816-235-2891x2 Registration Fee: $50 Contact Email: leonardd@umkc.edu What's Happening: Special Events Related To Government Contracting Organization Name: Arkansas Procurement Assistance Center Location: Malvern, Little Rock, and throughout the state and region Our "What's Happening" web page is updated every Friday. Our "Education In Government Contracting" page describes all training topics we offer in Arkansas, which can also be scheduled by request. Please use the hyperlink provided to view our training events. Registration Fee: Free, except the accredited 30-hour course which is $250 Contact Email: apac@uaex.edu SOUTHWEST LOUISIANA MATCHMAKER Organization Name: Louisiana PTAC Location: Lake Charles, Louisiana Event Date: May 21, 08 An opportunity for small businesses to benefit from training, technical assistance and matchmaking. Representatives from Federal Government Agencies, State and Local Goverment Agencies and Major Prime Contractors will be available to advise participants on doing business with their organization. At the conclusion of the conference, a loan fair will take place with applications taken on site. Location: Civic Center - Lake Charles, LA Contact: Diane Rathbun Small Business Development Center - McNeese State University (337) 475-5529 Email registration to LSBDC.MSU@lsbdc.org Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: la-ptac@louisiana.edu Deep East Texas Contracting Opportunities Conference 2008 Organization Name: Angelina College Procurement Assistance Center Location: Pitser Garrison Civic Center; Lufkin, Texas Event Date: December 3, 08 DETCOC 2008 consists of three programs: Veterans to Business Opportunities Conference 2008 - Wednesday, December 3, 2008 from 1:00 p.m. until 5:00 p.m. The V2B 2008 Conference is designed to provide information on what programs are available to Veteran owned businesses. Additional information will be provided on individual Veteran benefits and how to apply for them. Texas Veterans Land Board Workshop - Wednesday, December 3, 2008 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. Veterans or individuals wanting information on the Housing Loan Program, Home Improvement Loan Program, Land Loan Program, State Veterans Homes, and State Veterans Cemeteries. Deep East Texas Contracting Opportunities Exposition 2008 - Thursday, December 4, 2008 from 8:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. EXPO 2008 will provide the small and disadvantaged businesses in the East Texas area with the opportunity to meet with government agencies and prime contractors to determine what is required of them to become a supplier or subcontractor. Registration Fee: Free URL: www.acpactx.org Contact Email: acpac@consolidated.net 9th Annual Small Business Conference Organization Name: The U.S. Department of Energy, its Prime Contractors and Co-Sponsor: The Veterans Corporation Location: San Antonio, Texas Event Date: June 23, 08 For more information please call 888/246-2460 Registration Fee: Free DEFENSE ENERGY SUPPORT CENTER (DESC) SMALL BUSINESS NETWORKING & TRAINING CONFERENCE Organization Name: LOUISIANA PTAC Location: Naperville, Illinois Event Date: June 10, 08 The Defense Entergy Support Center (DESC), a field activity/inventory control point of the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), is hosting a no-cost Small Business Networking and Training Conference. The purpose of the conference is to enhance small business participation in Federal acquisitions with companies capable of providing energy commodities and services. For additional information, please contact Ms. Shelia McClain (703) 767-9678, email: shelia.mcclain@dla.mil; Ms. Lula Manley (703)767-9465, email: lula.m.manley@dla.mil; Mr. Frank Wright (713) 718-3883 ext 101, email: frank.wright@dla.mil; Mr. Richard Alton (217) 557-7808, email: richard.alton@illinois.gov, or Ms. Judith Roussel (312) 353-4508, email: judith.roussel@sba.gov. Registration Fee: Free STRUCTURING AND MANAGING SUBCONTRACTS Organization Name: LOUISIANA - PTAC Location: New Orleans, Louisiana Event Date: May 7, 08 Presented with the Small Business Administration and in conjunction with the Department of Homeland Security - FEMA. Attendees will learn specifics on how to structure and manage subcontracts. Presenter: Robert (Bob) Dempsey. 1250 Poydras FEMA Conference Room, 14th Floor New Orleans, LA Free and open to the public, but pre-registration is required. Phone: (504) 589-2756 Fax: (504) 589-2756 E-mail: jo.lawrence3@sba.gov Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: jo.lawrence3@sba.gov San Diego Contracting Opportunities Center Location: San Diego Contracting Opportunities Center Small Business workshops, training and local outreach event schedules related to government contracting are posted on the San Diego Contracting Opportunities Center website. Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: sdcoc@ptac-sandiego.org Organization Name: The Federal Technology Center Location: North Highlands, California (Sacramento, CA) The Federal Technology Center's Procuement Assistance Program serves the businesses in 54 of California's 58 counties. Classes and outreach events for small businesses are posted on our website. Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: June@TheFTC.org Los Angeles County Procurement Opportunities Organization Name: Los Angeles County Office of Small Business/LAPTAC Location: Throughout Los Angeles County Local small business procurement opportunities, training courses, and technical assistance within public agencies in Los Angeles County and the Federal government can be found at our website. Registration Fee: Free Contact Email: mtakata@isd.co.la.ca.us 4th Annual Veteran’s Small Business Conference & Expo Location: Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, NV Event Date: July 7, 08 For more info http://expo.nationalveteransconference.com/ |
