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Government Contracting 101

Oct 1 3:00 pm — 4:00 pm
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Government Contracting 101

Ready to explore government contracting but not sure where to start?

Government agencies purchase billions of dollars in products and services each year, creating opportunities for businesses of all sizes. This introductory webinar will help you understand how government contracting works, what agencies look for in potential vendors, and the steps your business can take to become procurement-ready.

Participants will learn about the government marketplace, common registrations and requirements, small business contracting opportunities, and resources available to help businesses pursue public-sector contracts. We’ll also introduce considerations for businesses interested in expanding into federal and Department of Defense markets.

Topics include:

  • Understanding the government contracting marketplace
  • Federal, state, and local contracting basics
  • Getting your business procurement-ready
  • Registrations, certifications, and vendor requirements
  • Finding agencies that buy what you sell
  • Introduction to federal and defense contracting resources
  • How NorCal APEX can support your contracting journey

Who should attend: Businesses that are new to government contracting or want a better understanding of how to enter the public-sector marketplace.

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.

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