Each fiscal year, the Federal Government purchases almost $500 Billion in goods and services, ranging from paper clips and janitorial services to constructing hangars and hospitals—and pretty much everything in between. Small businesses receive nearly $110 Billion in Federal Contract awards. There are procurement opportunities for small businesses to do business with the Federal Government as both a prime and a subcontractor. This workshop will cover the different types of procurement methods; how the government sets aside procurements for small business and other SBA socioeconomic groups; what are the criteria for awarding contracts; how to identify these requirements; what are the rules associated with doing business with the federal government and how to market your firm. There will be a live demonstration on where to find procurement opportunities online as well as handouts to assist your firm in pursuing government contracts. It is recommended for small business firms to be registered in the federal System for Award Management (SAM) database (www.sam.gov), but not mandatory to attend. This workshop is free of charge, however, pre-registration is required. Space is limited. Presented by Marichu Relativo, SBA Procurement Center Representative.

To register go to http://akptac.ecenterdirect.com or contact Tina Henne (907)456-7232 or 1-800-478-1701 by phone, or email tina.henne@aksbdc.org