4/1/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Weekly 1-hour sessions from 12 PM – 1 PM to help walk you through how to do business with Washington State. Real procurements to pilot DES Master Contract for Business Professional Services and DES’s agency training procurements.
4/1/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
This is a quick overview of what it really takes to do government contracting. The overview will include your products/service, staffing, accounting, technology, and marketing. We will also include steps to be a successful government contractor.
4/2/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Friday Follow-up is an open forum, round table for businesses to get answers from your local PTAC counselor and SBDC Advisor.
4/6/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
The session covers methods of computing measurements, plan reading, estimating and bidding, types of contracts, common contract forms, project planning methods, job costing and scheduling, management of subcontractors, the proper expedition of change orders, and measuring project performance.
4/7/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Any and all government contracting questions welcome! Answered by combined 60+ years’ experience from retired contracting officers.
4/8/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
This session goes through all the steps necessary to register with various entities: federal, state, local. Other topics will include certifications for: WOSB/EDWOSB; VOSB/SDVOSB; 8(a), HUBZone, DBE, and State OMWBE.
4/13/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
This session will cover considerations for businesses when entering the government marketplace.
4/13/2021 Workshop/Seminar 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Proposal Response 3-Part Series. In Webinar #1 - Foundations for Proposal Success, BID DESIGNS delivers strategies for proposal success, regardless of your experience level. Learn the basics of the federal acquisition process, as well as project management skills designed to keep your proposal on track. You’ll learn the signs of ineffective resource management and how you can spend less to achieve greater results.
4/14/2021 Workshop/Seminar 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
In Webinar #2 – Proposal Compliance, BID DESIGNS will shed light on the mystery of developing a compliant proposal and provide you with the core baseline instructions you need to ensure every proposal is 100% compliant every time.
4/14/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Government contracting basics for those thinking about it or seeking a refresher.
4/14/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 10:30 AM-11:30 AM
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) Office of Small Business Programs offers monthly webinars to educate small businesses and others about DLA's mission and opportunities to participate in our various supply chains.
4/15/2021 Workshop/Seminar 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
In Webinar #3 – Maximizing Evaluation Scores, BID DESIGNS will deliver expertise to help your proposal receive the maximum points possible during evaluation. Developing a solution to the evaluation criteria is an imperative step most companies fail to do correctly in order to win. We’ll provide you with tips to present your information in the right places in a desirable format.
4/15/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
We will be teaching guidelines for an acceptable capability statement for federal and state agencies. We will also show you how to check out opportunities, competition, and resources for developing your marketing strategy.
4/20/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Invited agencies include Washington State Department of Transportation, Port of Port Angeles, and resource partners.
4/20/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM
The Department of Veterans Affairs, Office of Human Resources and Administration (HRA), Human Capital Services Center (HCSC), in collaboration with the Direct Access Program, will host a virtual vendor demonstration event focused on providing the small business community an opportunity to present their capabilities as they relate to the Business Sectors, NAICS, and Capabilities listed.
4/20/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Yes -- the government does purchase from farms. Learn about the programs and what you need to do to find the buyers.
4/21/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
If you are interested in learning more about Teaming Strategies in the government marketplace this interactive workshop is for you. Understanding how to properly team with Primes is a critical step in government contracting.
4/22/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs purchases millions of dollars' worth of products and services from area businesses each year. Attendees will learn more about how to sell to the VA and be better prepared to take part in this federal government marketplace.
4/22/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Led by Private Investigator Kari Overson with Overson Investigative Group, this session will cover the top areas in federal contracting that lead to fraud investigations, bid protests, and loads of trouble!
4/22/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Networking with Agencies * (Local, City, County, State & Federal): USDOT & WSDOT, Clallam & Jefferson Counties & Cities, and Prime Contractors. Small Business Resources: PTAC, SBDC, Membership/Trade Associations.
4/28/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Wednesday with the Deputy for Small Business is an opportunity for Industry partners to meet with the Deputy for Small Business from the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC), Keyport Division, and the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS/IMF).
4/29/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Weekly 1-hour sessions from 12 PM – 1 PM to help walk you through how to do business with Washington State. Real procurements to pilot DES Master Contract for Business Professional Services and DES’s agency training procurements.
4/29/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
The OSDBU team will provide an overview of their agency's mission, programs, and structure, as well as discuss various procurement needs and opportunities for small businesses. This interactive session will include an open discussion where businesses will be able to ask questions and get direction on how to handle the pursuit of HHS contracts.
4/29/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
The orientations will provide a learning opportunity to assist in navigating potential business prospects at the University and with other state agencies, as well as educational and other resources to assist businesses.
4/30/2021 Online Meeting (Live) 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
This class is for small business owners who are brand new to government procurement. This class will lay the groundwork for you to decide if government contracting should be in your future.