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SUMMARY:Government Procurement & Contracting
DESCRIPTION:\nIn this 4-week series learn government contracting, certifications, and bidding to position your business for public sector opportunities.\n\n\n\nTuesdays | July 14 – August 4 | 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. (Zoom)\n\n\n\nThe four-week training series on government certifications and contractingbasics is designed to equip participants with essential knowledge and skillsto navigate the complex landscape of government contracting. Throughoutthe program, attendees will delve into key topics such as understandinggovernment certifications, identifying contract opportunities, preparing bidsand proposals, and complying with regulatory requirements.\n\n\n\nLed by industry expert, each session will provide practical insights, casestudies, and hands-on exercises to enhance learning and application. Bythe end of the series, participants will be equipped with the necessary toolsand strategies to pursue government contracts effectively, fosteringbusiness growth and success in the public sector.\n\n\n\nJoin this series to learn more about:\n\n\n\nGovernment Contracting Basics\n\n\n\n\nWhat government contracting is and how it works\n\n\n\nCommon contracting terminology and bid types\n\n\n\nUnderstanding permits, licensing requirements, and business capacity\n\n\n\n\nContracting Opportunities\n\n\n\n\nIdentifying your target government market\n\n\n\nUnderstanding industry codes\n\n\n\nIntroduction to locating local contracting opportunities\n\n\n\n\nCertifications and Bidding\n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding eligibility requirements\n\n\n\nDeveloping a capability statement and why it matters\n\n\n\nIntroduction to RFPs, RFQs, IFBs, and other solicitation types\n\n\n\nHow to identify and respond to bid opportunities\n\n\n\n\nGovernment Certification Types and Next Steps\n\n\n\n\nLocal and regional certification programs\n\n\n\nAgency-specific certifications\n\n\n\nState certification opportunities\n\n\n\nFederal certification programs\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here:\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    var exampleCallback = function() {\n        console.log('Order complete!');\n    };\n\n    window.EBWidgets.createWidget({\n        // Required\n        widgetType: 'checkout',\n        eventId: '1992020489909',\n        iframeContainerId: 'eventbrite-widget-container-1992020489909',\n\n        // Optional\n        iframeContainerHeight: 425,  // Widget height in pixels. Defaults to a minimum of 425px if not provided\n\n        onOrderComplete: exampleCallback  // Method called when an order has successfully completed\n    });\n\n
URL:https://ociesmallbusiness.org/events/government-procurement-contracting-july/
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