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 Region 1 - Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island



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



 Region 3 - Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland, Ohio



JARI PTAC Government Procurement Event Calendar
Organization Name: Johnstown Area Regional Industries PTAC
Location: Various throughout the Greater Johnstown Area in Western Central PA

The JARI PTAC hosts a robust selection of training and government business development opportunities throughout the year. Representative events include:

*Introduction to Government Contracting
*Introduction to GSA Schedules and COSTARS
*Preparing for American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) Contracts and Grants
*Industrial Security: Security Clearances for DOD Contractors and Subcontractors
*Optimizing Government Contractor Supply Chains
*Strategies for Effectively Marketing to Government Buyers
*Introduction to Supply Chain Management
*Effective Proposal Preparation
*An ISO 9000 Primer
*An AS9100/AS9102 Primer
*The Pennsylvania Invitation to Qualify (ITQ) Contracting Process
*Selling to U.S. Government Agencies on DoD EMALL
*Government Procurement Expo
*Subcontracting Success with Prime Contractors

For a complete schedule and more detailed information, visit http://www.jari.com/calendar/ or call 814.535.8675.

Registration Fee: Ranges from $10 to $40 depending upon the event
Contact Email: nmccreadie@jari.com



Teaming and Non-Disclosure Agreements
Organization Name: Government Agency Coordination Office (GACO), PTAC
Location: Holiday Inn Meadowlands, 340 Racetrack Road, Junior Ballroom, Washington, PA 15301
Event Date: March 16, 10

Teaming and Non-Disclosure Agreements are designed to protect and assist companies through a bid or proposal process when they intend to join forces with another business entity in order to win a contract or subcontract. The purpose of this free seminar is to provide attendees with information on the essential business decisions to be made when forming a team, the different types of agreements and provisions, the types of business relationships to be considered, and the agreement clauses needed to protect the interests of both parties in the transaction.

Some of the topics to be discussed include: the type of relationship your company has with the procuring agency, the type of agreement to use in initiating the bidding process, how to maintain the confidentiality of your technical, cost/pricing and other proprietary information, what type of terms and conditions in a Non-Disclosure Agreement should be of concern, the type of teaming agreement a company should use in the bidding process, and the terms and conditions that would apply in a Teaming Agreement.

Registration Fee: Free
Contact Email: julian@calu.edu



 Region 4 - South Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Mississippi, Florida, Puerto Rico, North Carolina



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.


Mar. 18, 2010 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA





Registration Fee: Free



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.

Mar. 18, 2010 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 Pm - Atlanta, GA






Registration Fee: Free



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.


Jan. 22, 2010 - 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM - Athens, GA
Feb. 10, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Augusta, GA
Feb. 11, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Warner Robins, GA
Feb. 18, 2010 - 1:00 PM- 4:00 PM - Atlanta, GA
Feb. 23, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Carrollton, GA
Feb. 26, 2010 - 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM - Athens, GA
Mar. 25, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Savannah, GA
Mar. 26, 2010 - 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM - Athens, GA
Nov. 7, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Augusta, GA


Registration Fee: Free



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.


Jan. 14, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA
Jan. 14, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Warner Robins, GA
Jan. 19, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Carrollton, GA
Jan. 27, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Augusta, GA
Jan. 28, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Savannah, GA
Feb. 11, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA
Feb. 18, 2010 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Columbus, GA
Mar. 2, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA
July 15, 2010 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Columbus, GA
Sept. 15, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Augusta, GA

Registration Fee: Free



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.

Mar. 11, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Warner Robins, GA
May 20, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Columbus, GA



Registration Fee: Free



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.

Feb. 18, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA
Mar. 10, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Augusta, GA
Oct. 7, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Augusta, GA

Registration Fee: Free



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.

May 12, 2010 - 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Augusta, GA
July 17, 2010 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Columbus, GA
Sept. 23, 2010 - 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM - Columbus, GA


Registration Fee: Free



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.

Jan. 14, 2010 - 1:00 PM - 12:00 PM - Atlanta, GA





Registration Fee: Free



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.

Mar. 18, 2009 - 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM - Atlanta, GA

Registration Fee: Free



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.


Mar. 2, 2010 - 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM - Atlanta, GA





Registration Fee: Free



 Region 5 - Virginia, District of Columbia, Kentucky, Tennessee



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



 Region 7 - Missouri, Kansas, Nebraska, South Dakota, North Dakota, Iowa



Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Registering Your Company
Organization Name: Nebraska - Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)

Prepare your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts.

Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Registering Your Company shows you how to take the first steps to register your company with government agencies.


DATE: March 10, 2010
TIME: 9:00-11:00AM
LOCATION: NeighborWorks Omaha
1701 North 24th Street, Suite 102
Omaha, NE 68110

DATE: March 11, 2010
TIME: 8:30-10:30AM
LOCATION: University of Nebraska at Kearney
West Center Building, Room 120E
1917 West 24th Street
Kearney, NE 68849
WEBINAR AVAILABLE: This workshop will also be broadcast on the web. Register for more information.


Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Registering Your Company is one workshop in a five-workshop series which prepares your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts. Although we recommend the entire series, you may register for any individual workshop. At the end of these presentations, the series will be repeated. There are no fees for workshops, but registration is required.

Registration Fee: FREE
Contact Email: mskramer@unomaha.edu



Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Government Markets
Organization Name: Nebraska - Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)

Prepare your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts.

Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Government Markets shows you an overview of government markets including town, city, county, state and federal contracting agencies.


DATE: April 13, 2010
TIME: 9:00-11:00AM
LOCATION: Healing Gallery
4225 Cuming Street
Omaha, NE 68131


Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Government Markets is one workshop in a five-workshop series which prepares your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts. Although we recommend the entire series, you may register for any individual workshop. At the end of these presentations, the series will be repeated. There are no fees for workshops, but registration is required.

Registration Fee: FREE
Contact Email: mskramer@unomaha.edu



Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – The Successful Proposal
Organization Name: Nebraska - Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)

Prepare your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts.

Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – The Successful Proposal shows you how to prepare the successful proposal including Capability Statements, RFQ, IFB and RFPs.


DATE: March 9, 2010
TIME: 9:00-11:00AM
LOCATION: Healing Gallery
4225 Cuming Street
Omaha, NE 68131

DATE: March 16, 2010
TIME: 8:30-10:30AM
LOCATION: Western Douglas County Chamber of Commerce
20801 Elkhorn Drive
Elkhorn, NE 68022

DATE: April 8, 2010
TIME: 8:30-10:30AM
LOCATION: University of Nebraska at Kearney
West Center Building, Room 120E
1917 West 24th Street
Kearney, NE 68849
WEBINAR AVAILABLE: This workshop will also be broadcast on the web. Register for more information.

DATE: May 12, 2010
TIME: 9:00-11:00AM
LOCATION: NeighborWorks Omaha
1701 North 24th Street, Suite 102
Omaha, NE 68110


Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – The Successful Proposal is one workshop in a five-workshop series which prepares your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts. Although we recommend the entire series, you may register for any individual workshop. At the end of these presentations, the series will be repeated. There are no fees for workshops, but registration is required.

Registration Fee: FREE
Contact Email: mskramer@unomaha.edu



Introduction to Government Contracting
Organization Name: Nebraska - Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)

This informative workshop will provide you with an overview of information and resources to help you determine if government contracting is right for your business.


DATE: March 18
TIME: 1:30-3:30PM
LOCATION: Wayne State College
Gardner Business Building, GH 105
Wayne, NE 68787

DATE: March 25
TIME: 1:30-3:30PM
LOCATION: Northeast Community College Campus
University Classroom, Lifelong Learning Center
601 E. Benjamin Avenue
Norfolk, NE 68701

DATE: March 24, April 28, May 26, June 23, July 28, August 25, September 22, October 27
TIME: 9:30-11:30AM
LOCATION: Southeast Community College Entrepreneurship Center, Fifth floor
285 South 68th Street Place
Lincoln, NE 68510

DATE: March 25
TIME: 10:00AM-12:00PM
LOCATION: NBDC/PTAC Office
816 Central Avenue
Auburn, NE 68305


Registration Fee: FREE
Contact Email: mskramer@unomaha.edu



Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Finding Bidding Opportunities
Organization Name: Nebraska - Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)

Prepare your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts.

Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Finding Bidding Opportunities shows you how to locate bidding opportunities from government agencies.


DATE: April 14, 2010
TIME: 9:00-11:00AM
LOCATION: NeighborWorks Omaha
1701 North 24th Street, Suite 102
Omaha, NE 68110


Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Finding Bidding Opportunities is one workshop in a five-workshop series which prepares your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts. Although we recommend the entire series, you may register for any individual workshop. At the end of these presentations, the series will be repeated. There are no fees for workshops, but registration is required.

Registration Fee: FREE
Contact Email: mskramer@unomaha.edu



Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Winning the Contract
Organization Name: Nebraska - Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)

Prepare your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts.

Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Winning the Contract shows you strategies for winning the contract.


DATE: April 20, 2010
TIME: 8:30-10:30AM
LOCATION: Western Douglas County Chamber of Commerce
20801 Elkhorn Drive
Elkhorn, NE 68022


Winning Government Contracts for Your Business – Winning the Contract is one workshop in a five-workshop series which prepares your company to successfully compete for lucrative federal government contracts. Although we recommend the entire series, you may register for any individual workshop. At the end of these presentations, the series will be repeated. There are no fees for workshops, but registration is required.

Registration Fee: FREE
Contact Email: mskramer@unomaha.edu



Metro Omaha Women in Business Forum (“To embrace, educate, and empower women in business”)
Organization Name: Metro Omaha Women's Business Center and Nebraska's Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)

The Metro Omaha Women in Business Forum breakfast is simple and effective. Each month businesses or professionals introduce their services and products in a five-minute presentation. There will also be a “Special Speaker” at each breakfast that will present a topic related to Women in Business. During the breakfast everyone will be introduced, so please bring your business cards, brochures, flyers, etc, make some contacts and have fellowship with other women in business. Tables will be available to display all company brochure materials, and we encourage give-away items.

To be a Special Speaker, MarketPlace, or five-minute presenter at a future forum, email events@mowbcf.org or call MOWBC at 402-201-2334, or call Rachelle at 402-880-1504.


DATE: Every 3rd Friday each month

TIME: 7:30-9:00am (Program & breakfast begins at 7:30am. Registration begins at 7:15am) Networking to follow at 9:00am

LOCATION: Thompson Center at UNO, 6705 Dodge Street, Omaha, NE 68182

COST: $13 (Payable via paypal on the MOWBC reservation website at www.mowbcf.org. Or you can phone in your reservations to MOWBC at 402-201-2334 and pay $13 at the door on the morning of the forum with cash or check.)


PLEASE NOTE: Since we must order breakfast based on registrations, you must register at least 48 hours in advance. To cancel your registration, please email info@mowbcf.org or call 402-201-2334 by 3pm the Thursday before the event.

Registration Fee: $13 Includes Buffet Breakfast
Contact Email: mskramer@unomaha.edu



Omaha Area Veterans in Business Forum Breakfast (“Veteran Networking at its best”)
Organization Name: Nebraska - Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)

The Omaha Veterans in Business Forum breakfast is simple and effective. Each month selected veteran owned businesses introduce their services and products in a five-minute presentation. If you would like to be a "Presenter" call Andy Alexander at (402) 554-6253. There will also be a "Special Speaker" at each breakfast that will present a topic related to Veteran Business Owners. During the breakfast everyone will be introduced, so bring your business cards, brochures, flyers, etc, make some contacts and have some fellowship with fellow veterans.


DATE: Every 3rd Wed each month

TIME: 7:30 to 9:00am (registration & buffet breakfast begins at 7:15am and program begins at 7:30am)

LOCATION: Regency Lodge, 909 South 107th Avenue, Omaha, NE 68114

COST: $16.00 (we will accept cash and personal checks made out to the “Regency Lodge”). Please try to bring exact cash.


Reservations are required.

Please note: If you register, but cannot attend, you must cancel your reservation by 3pm on Monday prior to the breakfast or you will be invoiced for $16.00.

Registration Fee: $16 Buffet Breakfast
Contact Email: mskramer@unomaha.edu



Third Annual Iowa Veterans Procurement Conference
Organization Name: Iowa State University Extension - CIRAS
Location: Ames, Iowa
Event Date: March 24, 10

Grow and diversify your business through government contracting. This event is designed to connect Veteran-owned businesses (VO/SDVO), Prime contractors, and government agencies together in order to provide training, best practices for increasing sales and resources needed to succeed in government contracting. All businesses are welcome to attend.

Early bird registrants receive an extra value of a free Capabilities Statement Workshop to learn how to effectively market their products/services to government agencies and prime contractors.

Conference Topics:
• Learn how to succeed in $500 Billion dollar federal market
• New VA Federal Contractor Certification (FCC) program available for in depth procurement training
• ARRA and how Iowa companies are taking advantage of the funding
• Patriot Express loans
• Current legislative veteran issues
• NAVOBA - National Veteran-Owned Business Association
• Actual Government Projects and Contracting with a Prime contractor & the DOT
• Bid and Project Expectations - what a Prime contractor wants from you
• Meet and network with Government Procurement/Purchasing Officers & Prime contractors face-to-face
• And MORE: Click here to see the agenda

Who will be attending?
• Veteran-Owned Iowa businesses
• Government Procurement/Purchasing Officers - State and Federal
• Prime Contractors interested in locating well qualified suppliers and subcontractors to add to their team
• Iowa businesses, both large and small, seeking to increase their sales with state and federal government agencies

Date: March 24, 2010
Time: 9:00a – 4:00p
Location: Scheman Building, ISU Campus - Ames Iowa
Cost: Early Bird Registration (On or before March 5, 2010) - $50
Late Registration (After March 5, 2010) - $75
Exhibitor Registration - $100

Registration Fee: Early Bird Registration (on or before 3/5/2010 = $50; Late Registration (after 3/5/2010) = $75; Exhibitor Registration = $100
Contact Email: jholm@iastate.edu



 Region 8 - Arkansas, Louisiana, Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico



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



FCC Initial Orientation Workshop
Organization Name: University of Houston PTAC
Location: UH SBDC Training Center, 2302 Fannin, Suite 200, Houston, TX 77002
Event Date: January 8, 10

The Federal Contractor Certification (FCC) is the latest opportunity for clients interested in Federal contact opportunities to receive training and certification in government contracting processes. The FCC was developed by the Center for Veterans Enterprise United States Department of Veteran Affairs and the Aoosciation of Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (APTAC) to support Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOB) and Veteran-Owned Businesses (VOB).

The program is divided into four levels. Level 1 is made up of 11 courses covering 10 subject areas. All courses are available on-line.

This workshop will assist you in understanding how to complete the training, how to document the training, and what to expect in the process. During the workshop we will complete the paperwork necessary to register you with the VA as a candidate for certification. This course prepares you for the FCC training – it does not complete the FCC training.

The course is open only to PTAC clients who are veteran business owners.

The course is offered on the 2nd Friday morning of the first month of each quarter from 9am – 11am. January 8, April 9, July 9, and October 8 in 2010.

Registration Fee: See our web site.
Contact Email: rjwarren2@uh.edu



 Region 10 - California, Nevada, Oregon, Washington, Alaska, Hawaii



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



Washington State Small Business Based Training
Organization Name: Washington State PTAC Program
Location: within WA State

CLASS NAME: How to bid Seattle Public Schools
LOCATION: Seattle Public Schools
DATE & TIME: March 9, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
FEE: FREE
REGISTER: www.RSBDP.org

CLASS NAME: How to bid City of Tacoma
LOCATION: Tacoma Public Schools
DATE & TIME: March 15, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
FEE: FREE
REGISTER: www.RSBDP.org

CLASS NAME: Public Contracting & Certifications
LOCATION: Seattle Public Schools & Tacoma Public Schools
DATE & TIME: March 16, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
FEE: FREE
DESCRIPTION: Learn the basics of public contracting & certifications.
REGISTER: www.RSBDP.org

CLASS NAME: RFPs & RFQs – Appropriate Response 101
LOCATION: Highline Community College
DATE & TIME: March 17, 2010 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
FEE: FREE
DESCRIPTION: Learn the Basics of a Request for Proposal (RFP) & Request for Quote (RFQ)
REGISTER: https://www.ptassist.com/secure/washington_register.php?id=0275129034

CLASS NAME: Alliance 2010
LOCATION: Americraft Showplex Exhibition & Conference Center at the Puyallup Fair & Events Center
DATE & TIME: March 18, 2010 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
FEE: $105 for attendees registering before March 12, 2010
DESCRIPTION: Alliance 2010 will provide a single, multi-agency networking and procurement training opportunity with and for all small businesses. Alliance 2009 attracted over 700 small businesses, agency representatives, and corporate representatives. We anticipate attendance for Alliance 2010 will reach 1,000. To view the most current registration information, please visit: www.AllianceNWConference.org.
REGISTER: http://www.AllianceNWConference.org

CLASS NAME: Prevailing Wages and L&I
LOCATION: Seattle Public Schools & Tacoma Public Schools
DATE & TIME: March 18, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
FEE: FREE
REGISTER: www.RSBDP.org

CLASS NAME: Responding to Procurement Requests
LOCATION: Tacoma Public Schools
DATE & TIME: March 22, 2010 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
FEE: FREE
REGISTER: www.RSBDP.org

CLASS NAME: Government Contracting 101
LOCATION: Highline Community College
DATE & TIME: March 24, 2010 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
FEE: FREE
DESCRIPTION: Introduction to Government Contracting and PTAC services
REGISTER: https://www.ptassist.com/secure/washington_register.php?id=AD33A29415

CLASS NAME: Bonding: for Services, Products, and Technology Companies.
LOCATION: Everett Performing Art Center
DATE & TIME: March 24, 2010 from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
FEE: FREE
DESCRIPTION: Get your questions answered.
-Do I need bondering?
-Learn the difference between bid bonds, performance bonds, and payment bonds
REGISTER: https://www.ptassist.com/secure/washington_register.php?id=1B13A27544

CLASS NAME: Sub-contracting 102: For Construction Contractors
LOCATION: Kitsap Economic Development Alliance
DATE & TIME: March 25, 2010 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
FEE: FREE
DESCRIPTION: After attempting to bid and market yourself to prime contractors discuss strategies for improvement.
REGISTER: https://www.ptassist.com/secure/washington_register.php?id=4D74C27838

REGIONAL CONTRACTING FORUM
DATE & TIME: MARCH 30, 2010 8am-3:30pm
LOCATION: WA State Convention & Trade Center, Seattle, WA
meet the public contracting authorities, learn how to sign up on rosters, included are as many jurisdictions as possible.
REGISTRATION INFO AT: http://www.kingcounty.gov/contractforum


Registration Fee: see individual classes for fees
Contact Email: kbinder@snoedc.org


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