Finding Opportunities & Understanding Solicitations

Feb 23 3:00 pm — 4:00 pm

Finding Opportunities & Understanding Solicitations

Finding an opportunity is only the beginning. Is it the right opportunity for your business?

Government solicitations can be lengthy and complex. Learn where opportunities are posted and how to review requirements,
clauses, deadlines, and evaluation criteria systematically before deciding whether to bid. We will also discuss cybersecurity and
other compliance considerations.

Topics include:

  • Finding federal, state, and local opportunities
  • Searching SAM.gov and procurement portals
  • Using keywords, NAICS codes, and agency research
  • Reading scopes of work and performance requirements
  • Identifying mandatory instructions and evaluation factors
  • Making an informed bid/no-bid decision

Who should attend: Businesses that are registered or preparing to pursue government contracts and want to improve how they find, evaluate, and respond to opportunities.

The information provided in this webinar and any supplementary materials provided to registrants are intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute professional financial or legal advice. No registrant should act or fail to act on the basis of any material contained in this webinar without obtaining proper financial, legal or other professional advice specific to their situation. The Northern CaliforniaSmall Business Development Center, and its host, the HSU Sponsored Programs Foundation, specifically disclaims any liability, loss or risk, personal or otherwise, which is incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of any of the information presented in this webinar. By registering for this webinar you acknowledge and agree that you have read, understood, accept and agree to the above disclaimer and that under no circumstances shall the Northern California Small Business Development Center or it’s host, the HSU Sponsored Programs Foundation, be held liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any kind or nature arising out of or in any way related to the information provided in this webinar and/or the registrant’s use of or reliance on said information.