Workshops and webinars
Norcal APEX Accelerator provides both virtual and in-person trainings and workshops on procurement topics ranging from introductory webinars to Q&A panel sessions. We even include guest speakers from the government agencies you want to sell to!
Norcal APEX Accelerator shares recordings and slides from all our webinars for you to access after the live session. Anyone, anywhere can access these for free, regardless of whether you attended the session. Enjoy!
All of our events are completely free for everyone to join and review!
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What is Norcal APEX Accelerator?
A Government-funded Nonprofit

Northern California APEX Accelerator was formed to advance entrepreneurship and economic growth through procurement technical assistance for all businesses in Northern California. As part of a nationwide network, we are here to help local businesses successfully sell their products and services to government agencies.
One-on-One Counseling
Our Procurement Specialists have 241 years of experience, combined. That’s 34 years on average! Our specialists can help you determine if your company is ready for government opportunities and how to best position yourself to succeed. Our expertise covers local, state, and federal government contracting.
FREE – available to clients only
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Custom Bid Matching
If you sell it, the government probably buys it. Our Procurement Specialists will help you identify the best keywords to optimize your visibility and set you up with a customized daily email to access federal, state, local, and subcontractor opportunities catered to what you sell and where you sell it.
FREE – available to clients only
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Trainings, Webinars, and Other Resources
We have a great number of resources, articles, links, handouts, webinar recordings, and much more, to help you decide if government contracting is for you, how to take your first steps, and how achieve success in the government marketplace. Keep your eye on our calendar for upcoming live events too!
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Past Event Recordings

CA Contracting
July 2024: Doing Business with BART
Don’t miss this webinar to get the best tips and tricks on how your business can…

Federal Contracting
June 2024: Norcal Federal Connect Panel
Join us for a panel of Federal Agencies in Northern California to learn what they are…

Introductory Local Contracting
May 2024: How to Do Business With the Government
Join us to discover the opportunities and requirements of doing business with the government. We’ll help…

Federal Contracting SBIR
April 2024: Doing Business with the Defense Microelectronics Activity (DMEA)
DMEA purchases research & development/technology; engineering and other technical consulting services; electronics and semiconductor related device…

Introductory
April 2024: How to Do Business with the Government
Join us to discover the opportunities and requirements of doing business with the government. We’ll help…

CA Contracting
March 2024: I’m Certified, Now What?
Get valuable information on how to best utilize your Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) and your…

Federal Contracting Mentor-Protégé
March 2024: Department of Defense Mentor-Protégé Program Overview
Are you a federal contractor or Small Business Liaison Officer (SBLO) looking to strategically plan for…

CA Contracting Construction/ Public Works
March 2024: Doing Business with CA High Speed Rail Authority
Would you like to contract with the nation’s first high-speed rail program? Join us to learn…

Federal Contracting SBIR
March 2024: Government-led Innovation Programs
Government-led Innovation Programs (GIPs) are highly competitive programs that encourage domestic small businesses to engage in…

Introductory
March 2024: How to Do Business with the Government
Did you know government agencies purchase almost everything – from custodial, construction, and IT, to pencils,…

Federal Contracting Mentor-Protégé
March 2024: SBA Mentor-Protégé Program Overview
View event chat logs here >> Join us to learn about the SBA’s Mentor Protégé Program,…

Construction/ Public Works Women in Business
Women in Construction Week 2024: Public Works Management and Compliance
Women in Construction Week takes place during the first full week in March every year. It…
If you have more questions, please contact us at info@apexnorcal.org or (707) 267 – 7561