Events
7/28/2022
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
The Small Business Administration’s 8(a) Business Development Program can be a GAME CHANGER for some and a BUST for others.

This session is a candid presentation and conversation about:
  • What it takes to qualify for the program
  • What should a business owner consider before they apply
  • How to use this program to grow your business

Be prepared for a robust Q & A session which is designed to:
  • Answer questions surrounding all phases of the program
  • Explain a business owner’s role in making the program work for them 

Learn from the experts:
  • Trena Payton, 8(a) Business Development Program graduate and PTAC Counselor
  • Ana (Singh) Ranvir, SBA Business Opportunity Specialist (BOS) who advised Trena with her 8(a) program.

Please bring your questions about the 8(a) Business Development Program and get them answered in this session.

6/15/2022,
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
A retired Navy Contracting Office guides you through the wage requirements found in federal government contracts.

6/16/2022,
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The SE WA PTAC/SBDC Business Roundtable is an open forum discussion where you can learn from PTAC about government contracting, and from Business Advisors with the Small Business Development Center about how to grow your business.

6/16/2022
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Join the SBA and Alicia Greene Director, Supplier Diversity National LGBT Chamber of
Commerce (NGLCC) in a virtual event. Find out how to access free programs and services available from the SBA and its resource partners.
Contact Us
Contact a PTAC Counselor today for assistance with all your government contracting questions. Click on a counselor's name to email them or give them a call at the phone number listed.

Main Center
4220 6th Ave.
Lacey, WA 98503
360-464-6041

Program Manager

Counselors


Sub Centers
(425) 248-4223

(509) 321-3646

(503) 694-9403

(253) 520-6267

 
(360) 377-9499

(509) 491-3231
6/16/2022
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Topics include:
  • Registering as a King County contractor, opt-in to County rosters, and certifying as a small firm
  • How King County implements construction contracts
  • What to expect when submitting a bid to King County
  • Best practices for maximizing your opportunities
  • E-Procurement Supplier Portal introduction

 6/22/2022
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This DAU Small Business pricing webinar Incurred Cost Submissions. The presentation will provide an overview of the requirements for submitting annual incurred cost submissions to the Government to include the due date requirements and the required schedules to be included within the incurred cost submission. Who Should Attend: government, military, industry and academia.

6/24/2022
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 ground work for you to decide if government contracting should be in your future.

6/28/2022
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM ET (by confirmed appointment only)
Subcontracting Opportunities on Federal Energy Performance Contracting Projects

6/29/2022
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Wednesday with the Deputy for Small Business is an opportunity for Industry partners to learn about doing business with the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division, Keyport.

7/1/2022
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. Bring your questions regarding government contracting and learn from knowledgeable Small Business Experts. Our main focus is to share resources for growing your business.

7/6/2022
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Got contracting questions? We have answers!

7/13/2022
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
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. This month we will discuss "Understanding the DLA Internet Bid Board System (DIBBS)".   

7/13/2022
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Would you like to know how to use Snohomish County's procurement database to its fullest? If the answer is YES, this session on July 13th is for you. There will be several subject matter experts leading this session and will be available to take all of your questions during this session. Bring your questions and be ready to learn as much as you can about Snohomish Counties procurement practices.

7/13/2022
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
This DAU Small Business pricing webinar Monitoring Subcontracts. The presentation will provide an overview of what a contractor should know about subcontracting: subcontract selection, subcontracting requirements, and the responsibilities of the prime contractor. Who Should Attend: government, military, industry and academia.

7/14/2022
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.

7/14/2022
9:00 AM to 10:30 AM
Local Transit Districts purchase thousands of dollars worth of products and services from area businesses each year. Attendees will learn about how to sell to the local transit systems and be better prepared to take part in this government marketplace. Representatives from Ben Franklin Transit and Walla Walla Valley Transit will be our guest presenters.
 

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PTAC provides technical assistance to help Washington businesses successfully compete in the government marketplace. A program of the Thurston Economic Development Council, in partnership with the following subcenters: