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2026 Southern California Contracting Conference

Welcome to the 2026 Southern California Contracting Conference!

Join us at the 2026 Southern California Contracting Conference for a full day of insight, connections, and opportunity. From informative workshops to targeted procurement networking and a vibrant exhibitor showcase, this event is designed to help your business compete and win.

The 2026 Southern California Contracting Conference brings together government agencies, municipalities, and major corporations from across the region, all in one place. Gain practical guidance on navigating federal, state, and local contracting processes, explore upcoming bid opportunities, and connect directly with decision-makers.

With 30+ participating agencies and departments, engaging breakout sessions, and dedicated networking time, you’ll leave with valuable contacts and actionable next steps to grow your business.

List of confirmed buyers and resource partners.

AT&T, California High-Speed Rail Authority, Caltrans District 12, Caltrans District 8, City of Brea, City of Riverside, City of Santa Ana, Clean Power Alliance of Southern CA, County of San Bernardino, County of Orange, DRC Emergency Services LLC, Franchise Tax Board. GSA. Inland Empire Utilities Agency, Military Department, State of California, Orange County Transportation Authority, San Bernardino Community College District, Skanska USA Civil, Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas), Metropolitan Water District, Southern California Edison, Austin Commercial, Department of General Services, California Department of Veterans Affairs, Ontario Airport, California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), Altcap California, AmPac Business Capital, East West Bank, Infinity Bank, Banner Bank, California Credit Union, CRF USA, FFB Bank, JPMorgan Chase Bank, Marble Bridge Funding Group, Mission Driven Finance, Oxygen Business Capital, Pace Finance Corporatoin, Riviera Finance, TMC Community Capital, California Public Utilities Commission, Riverside County Office of Economic Development, Inland Empire APEX Accelerator, LA Regional VBOC, San Diego, Orange and Imperial APEX, SoCal VBOC, Southern California Minority Supplier Development Council (SCMSDC), The Supplier Clearinghouse, SBCOG, VIB Network

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Date

Jun 11 2026

Time

9:00 am - 1:30 pm

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Location

Riverside Convention Center
3637 5th Street Riverside, CA 92501
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2026 Southern California Contracting Conference

Mike Daniel is the network director of the Orange County Inland Empire SBDC Network, which assists aspiring entrepreneurs and current business owners throughout Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties. Mike was formerly the director of the SBDC office at Long Beach City College. As business owner and entrepreneur himself, he started his career as the owner of a Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory location in Manhattan Beach and went on to open a second location in Long Beach in 2001. In 2007, Mike sold the Manhattan Beach store for an above-market offer then invested in several additional locations as a minority shareholder. Mike further expanded his candy empire with venture located in Shoreline Village in Long Beach called Sugar Daddies Sweet Shoppe, based on fill-it yourself candy options.

Mike has a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from California State University, Fullerton.