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PTAC Events
How to Become a Government Contractor Who Should Attend: Management and key player(s) who will support and facilitate government
contracting within your company.
Federal Government Contracting 101 / State of Michigan Contracting 101
What does it take to become a successful government contractor? What services and resources are available to a
small business pursuing the government market? If your company has been considering the field of government
contracting, this seminar will give you the insight you need.
Did you know the federal government purchases more than $415 billion of goods and services a year and the State of
Michigan has a diverse portfolio valued at more than $16 billion? Find out what it takes to sell your goods and
services to the federal government and the State of Michigan. In addition, learn about the services and continuous
support the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) has available to help your company with the contracting
process.
Federal Government Contracting 101
State of Michigan Contracting 101
PTAC location: Livonia (PTAC of Schoolcraft College)
Class dates: July 9, August 13, September 17, October 15, November 12, and December 10, 2009.
Class location: Schoolcraft College, 18600 Haggerty Rd., Livonia
Seminar: 9:00 am - Noon; check-in begins on-site at 8:30 am
$40/person
Online Registration with Payment Required!
Schoolcraft College - Livonia
For more information, call: (734) 462-4438
PTAC location: Flint (Genesee Regional Chamber of Commerce)
Class dates: July 7, August 14, September 16, October 16, November 18
Class location: Northbank Center, 432 N. Saginaw St., Room 207, Flint
Seminar: 8:30 am - 11:30 am
Fee: No Cost
Reservations are required
For more information, call: or e-mail: Chelsea Fisher, 810-600-1437 or email Chelsea Fisher
PTAC location: Macomb (Macomb Regional PTAC)
Class dates: July 10, August 14, September 4, october 2, November 6, and December 4, 2009.
Class location: 7900 Tank Avenue, Warren, MI 48092
Seminar: 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fee: No Cost
Reservations are required
For more information, call (586) 498-4122 or email Jennifer Tisdale
Registration Assistance for Government Contractors - Livonia Who Should Attend: Management and key player(s) who will support and facilitate government
contracting within your company.
PTAC clients who are looking for assistance completing their Central Contractor Registration (CCR), SBA's Small
Business Dynamic Search, the State of Michigan Vendor Registration, or any other on-line registration are invited
to attend this workshop. Counselors will be available to assist clients in understanding and finishing the steps
required for their online registrations. In addition, clients will have the opportunity to complete their
registrations, using our computer lab. Companies are required to come prepared with information vital to the
completion of their registrations, contact the PTAC for information on this vital information!
Upcoming 2009 dates: July 30, August 27, September 24, October 22, and November 19, 2009.
Seminar: 9:00 am - 11:00 am; check-in begins on-site at 8:30 am
$20/person
Online Registration with Payment Required!
Schoolcraft College - Livonia
For more information, call: (734) 462-4438
Marketing Your GSA Schedules Contract - Livonia
Date:Wednesday, August 26, 2009
GSA Federal Supply Schedules: Finding Your Way to the GSA - Livonia
Date:Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Government Contracting Basics - Kalamazoo Who Should Attend: Key personnel who will support and facilitate government contracting within your company.
Date: July 7, 2009
Dual Use Technology Briefing - Livonia
Date: Thursday, August 6, 2009
SBA 8(a) Business Development & HUBZone Certification Orientation - Flint, MI The 8(a) Business Development program helps small businesses gain a foothold in government contracting. Upon
enrollment in this program, firms receive help with finding contracts, proposal preparation, and contract
administration.
Dates:
4th Annual Veteran Entrepreneurial Training Conference - Flint
Who Should Attend: Veteran Business Owner and Veteran Entrepreneurs looking to expand their business.
Dates: November 6, 2009
The PTAC of Schoolcraft College will host GSA contractors for a morning of instruction and conversation
regarding marketing GSA products and/or services to the federal government. The morning will consist of
a presentation by facilitator Mike Klewicki followed by a roundtable discussion of specific issues that
companies are facing. The focus will be on finding new federal customers and increasing contract sales.
This event is intended for companies that currently hold a GSA Schedules Contract and wish to learn more
about marketing their schedule.
Seminar: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm; check-in begins on-site at 8:30 am
$40/person. Payment taken on class date at the door
See flyer for more details.
Register here.
For more information, call: (734) 462-4438
GSA (General Service Administration) Federal Supply Schedules are contracts that allow federal customers
to acquire more than 4 million products and services directly from more than 8,600 commercial suppliers.
Mike Klewicki, a GSA expert, teaches clients how to navigate the confusing and sometimes intimidating GSA procurement area
and Federal Supply Schedules. This class is intended for business people who would like to learn about Supply Schedules, buying
potential, and marketing through a GSA Schedule.
Seminar: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm; check-in begins on-site at 8:30 am
$40/person. Payment taken on class date at the door
See flyer for more details.
Register here.
For more information, call: (734) 462-4438
If your company has been considering government contracting, this free seminar gives you the direction you need.
Seminar: 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Location: Kalamazoo Regional Chamber of Commerce, 346 W. Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI
Fee: No cost. Reservations are required. Limited to two people from each company.
All attendees must be current clients with PTAC of Southwest Michigan.
See flyer for registration details.
For more information, call (269) 381-2977 ext 3210 or email Kim Bourner
This half-day program will deliver information on how companies developing innovative technology can do
business with, and receive grant funding from, the United States Army Tank Automotive Research, Development
and Engineering Center (TARDEC).
Seminar: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm; check-in begins on-site at 8:30 am
Cost: No Charge, but you must be pre-registered
See flyer for more details.
Register here.
For more information, call: (734) 462-4438
What is the 8 (a) Program?
The SBA administers this business assistance programs for socially and economically disadvantaged businesses
who want to access the federal procurement market.
Requirements Include:
The applicant must be a small business, unconditionally owned and controlled by one or more socially and
economically disadvantaged individuals who are U.S. citizens, been in business for at least two years, and
demonstrates potential for success.
What is the HUBZone Program?
The Historically Underutilized Business Zone Program stimulates economic development and creates jobs in
urban and rural communities by providing federal contracting assistance to small businesses.
Requirements Include:
The company headquarters must be located in the HUBZone. Also, 35% of the employees must live within the HUBZone.
Who Should Attend: Management and key player(s) who will support and facilitate government contracting
within your company.
Time: 9:00 am - Noon
Location: UM-Flint Launch, Northbank Center, 432 N. Saginaw Street, Rm. 207 - Flint, MI
Fee: This seminar is free of charge, however reservations are required
For more information, call or e-mail: Chelsea Fisher, 810-600-1437 or email Chelsea Fisher
Veterans attending this conference will have the opportunity to participate in educational workshops focused on topics like federal certification programs, government contracting, business development or business startup, financing, and bonding. Veterans will also be provided with time to meet with veteran business owners and government agencies for match-making and networking opportunities.
This event is designed to coordinate efforts between Michigan businesses and service providers and help veteran business owners in reaching their full potential. The day-long event will assist veteran entrepreneurs who are curious about expanding their businesses and contracting with the federal and state government.
Time: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Location: Holiday Inn Gateway Centre 5353 Gateway Centre Flint, MI 48507
Fee: $30
For more information, call: or e-mail: Chelsea Fisher, 810-600-1437 or email Chelsea Fisher
"Keeping Pace with the Future ~ Strong Business and American Growth"
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