#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. A sample bid will be examined and explained. Some best practices and bidding strategy will be explained how it is used by the “pro’s”. Bid […]
#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 What?” After submitting a winning bid and being awarded a prime or subcontract, there is a standard sequence of events and tasks that will […]
The WOSB Federal Contracting Program was implemented in February 2011 with the goal of expanding the number of industries where woman-owned small businesses can compete for contracts in the Federal marketplace. Topics will include: Overview of Program Eligibility and Contracting Eligibility Details on the Most Current Steps to Getting Self-Certified as a Woman-Owned Small Business […]
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 idea against reality? What should your support team look like? When do you decide to go ahead? Click here for more information.
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 fencing to marketing and pest control services. They even buy goats for grazing. Don't miss out on this webinar for businesses new to state contracting […]
The Federal Government is the World’s largest buyer of goods and services. Federal agencies purchase over $500B in goods and services each year. 23% of all prime contracts are designated for small businesses. Topics will include: How the government buys goods and services SBA’s role in government contracting How to define your products and services […]
Join us for the first installment of this series as we go over business recovery topics. David Castaneda from the SBA will speak and field questions surrounding COVID-19 for the first half hour. In the second half hour, Joseph Dorko from the SBDC will discuss managing cash flow and EIDL / PPP reporting issues 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 Certification Application Documents required for submittal Certification and on-site review process during COVID-19 BENEFITS OF DBE CERTIFICATION: Increased opportunities to participate in federally-funded/assisted projects. Accessible […]
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 Caltrans Under $10K Does your business accept visa as a payment method when selling your goods or services? Find out how Caltrans procures goods and […]
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 opportunities available on this social media platform. The trainer will provide a general overview of the many features of Facebook, discuss how to draft a […]