#1:  Introduction to Public Works Contracting Click here to register. This session provides an overview of how cities, counties and other public agencies go about bidding for construction services, and […]

#2: Estimating & Bidding: The Basics Click here to register. In Estimating and Bidding, the instructor drills down in detail on how to prepare successful bids. He covers the basics […]

#3: Estimating & Bidding: Best Practices Click here to register. In Part 3 of the series, Mr. Duarte expands on key issues and problems often encountered during the bidding process. […]

#4: Managing your Public Works Project Click here to register. In Part 4 of Mr. Duarte’s series, the final session will answer the question, “OK, I got the bid, Now […]

Are you thinking of going out on your own, but not sure if you’re ready yet? What do you need to know and do first? How do you test your […]

Last year the state of California spent more than $10 billion on goods and services, including more than $2 billion with small businesses. State agencies buy everything from construction and […]

PRESENTATION: Overview of the U.S. Department of Transportation DBE Program, 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 26, Subparts D and E, Certification Standards and Procedures Instructions for completing the DBE […]

Take the first steps to government marketplace success with local, state and federal agencies. Join us to learn how to find, bid on, and win government contracts #1: Doing Business with […]

This training is designed for businesses who have a created a BusinessFacebook page and want to gain a better understanding of how to leverage the various features, settings, and advertising […]

In this webinar, OSDS staff will discuss how small businesses and businesses owned by disabled veterans can apply for certification to become privileged sellers in contracting with departments and agencies […]