Author: Maria Alleman, Washington APEX Accelerator Counselor - [email protected] We had a great turnout at the "Yes, You Can" workshop, held on July 23, 2024. Small business owners from various industries came together to learn the ins and outs of government contracting.
We kicked off with a review of key concepts from our previous workshop, including market research, navigating procurement portals like SAM.gov and DES WEBS, and certifications. Our attendees gained insights into finding opportunities within government procurement portals, common terminology, and tips for solicitation review. We also offered this class in Spanish. Además, ofrecimos una clase en español sobre cómo obtener contratos con el gobierno, asegurando que nuestra comunidad hispanohablante también tenga acceso a estos recursos cruciales. Additional benefits included networking opportunities, where participants connected with peers and learned from each other's experiences. Thank you to everyone who joined us! We look forward to seeing you at our next workshop. Stay tuned for more opportunities to grow your business through government contracting!
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Area businesses aiming to work with local school districts had the opportunity to make connections with district representatives during the Meet the Buyer workshop on June 27.
The sold-out session featured insightful discussions beneficial to small business owners. Takeaways included the importance of carefully reading solicitations for requirements, the need to respond to every aspect of a solicitation, and the need to adhere to strict timelines in order to be considered. Thank you to Washington River Protection Solutions for sponsoring the Meet the Buyer program. The Regional Chamber's in-house Washington APEX Accelerator Counselor, Maria Alleman, attended the Latino Civic Alliance Small Business Workshop in Quincy, WA on Wednesday, June 26. She had the opportunity to present to a group of enthusiastic Spanish-speaking small business owners and entrepreneurs. During the presentation, the focus was on the fundamentals of government contracting and how to effectively work with government agencies. This topic is crucial for small businesses looking to expand their operations and tap into new revenue streams.
If your business in looking to earn government contracts, consider reaching out to Maria for guidance! Get started: https://washingtonapex.ecenterdirect.com/signup. Washington APEX Accelerator and the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce held the first "Yes, You Can! Contracts with the Government" workshop of the year on Thursday, May 30. Attendees learned about navigating procurement portals, certifications, understanding contract types, and more. Two sessions were held - one in English, one in Spanish - in order to better serve the diverse Tri-Cities community.
The "Yes, You Can! Contracts with the Government" workshop series is designed to equip local business owners with the tools and knowledge needed in the realm of government procurement. The program is generously sponsored by Tire Factory. The next session is scheduled for Tuesday, July 30, 2024 (registration will open soon). Washington State Department of Labor and Industries hosted a free training for construction workers at Yakima Valley College on Friday, April 19, 2024.
Maria Alleman, an Advisor with the Washington APEX Accelerator, delivered a comprehensive class titled “How to Find Bids and Market to Government Agencies”. Aimed at contractors and suppliers of goods and services seeking success in government contracting this session provided valuable insights. Attendees gained knowledge on locating bid opportunities within Washington State and implementing best practices for marketing to government agencies. The Washington APEX Accelerator program plays a pivotal role in assisting businesses to prepare for, identify, and pursue bid opportunities. With eight centers spread across various regions, the program supports businesses in navigating federal, state, and local government contracting processes. Maria Alleman operates within Region 8, which is hosted by the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce and extends its services to Benton, Columbia, Franklin, Grant, Klickitat, Walla Walla, and Yakima counties. For further details, please reach out directly to Washington APEX Accelerator via their website at https://washingtonapex.org. On Tuesday, December 19, the Regional Chamber, Washington APEX Accelerator, and Washington River Protection Solutions hosted the final Meet the Buyer session for 2023. Meet the Buyer: Doing Business with General Contractors connected attendees with representatives from local general contracting companies. Attendees learned about key trends and opportunities that subcontractors should be aware of, successful strategies to establish strong relationships with buyers, and more. Thanks to all of the attendees and presenters for joining us for this valuable session. Special thanks to Washington River Protection Solutions for sponsoring the Meet the Buyer program. |
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