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How to Do Business with the State of CA

Jun 11 9:00 am — 12:30 pm
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California is the fifth-largest economy in the world!

Did you know government agencies purchase almost everything – from custodial, construction, and IT, to pencils, pet food, and even goats for grazing! You can sell these items to CA State agencies as a new revenue stream for your business, but where do you get started?

Don’t miss out on this training for businesses new to state contracting or those who want a refresher. Understand the basics of state government contracting and get valuable information on how to get certified as a small business (SB) or disabled veteran business enterprise (DVBE) and begin selling your products and services to the State of California.

Network with State Agencies:

  • CA DGS OSDS
  • CAL FIRE
  • Cal OSBA
  • Caltrans District 1

Workshop topics include:

  • Introduction to SB/DVBE program
  • Certification eligibility
  • Certification benefits
  • Cal eProcure
  • SB/DVBE emergency registry

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CA DGS Office of Small Business & DVBE Services (CA DGS OSDS)

www.dgs.ca.gov

The CA Department of General Services Office of Small Business and DVBE Services (CA DGS OSDS) commits to helping small, diverse and disabled veteran businesses thrive. OSDS assists businesses with certification and access to procurement opportunities through outreach, education and advocacy. OSDS also works to ensure the state as a whole and each department and agency meets the goal of spending 25% of contract dollars with California certified small businesses and 3% with disabled veteran business enterprises.

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Registration Cost: FREE

*Seats may be limited

Location: IN PERSON – Humboldt Bay Aquatics Center

921 Waterfront Dr. Eureka, CA 95501

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Event Contact: Norcal APEX Accelerator

P: (707) 267-7561

E: info@apexnorcal.org

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This no-cost training event is hosted by

Norcal APEX Accelerator

Northern California APEX Accelerator is a government-funded nonprofit formed to help small businesses find, bid on, and win contracts with federal, state, local, and tribal agencies.

This No-Cost Training Event is Co-Hosted By

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North Coast Small Business Development Center (SBDC)

www.northcoastsbdc.org

Whether it’s access to capital, human resources, compliance, marketing, accounting, or any other business need — SBDC is your one-stop-shop for accelerating small business success. North Coast SBDC is proud to be a part of the greater NorCal SBDC network and work together to support local entrepreneurs and small businesses with the tools and insights to start, grow, and pivot their businesses.