PTAC of South Central Michigan – PTACS of Michigan

PTAC of South Central Michigan

PTAC of South Central Michigan

Counties Served: Clinton, Ingham, Eaton, Jackson, Hillsdale, Lenawee

ptac@enterprisegroup.org

517.788.4680

Lansing Area Satellite:

ptac@enterprisegroup.org

517.853.6445

http://enterprisegroup.org/partners/ptac/

	November 2018
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			1 Government Marketing (Flint) Government Marketing (Flint) Starts: 9:00 am Ends: November 1, 2018 - 11:00 am Location: Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce, 519 Saginaw St Suite #200, Flint, MI 48502, USA Description: Do you want to gain more business with the federal government in a shorter amount of time while saving money, and making the most effective use of your marketing and sales resources? One great benefit of doing business with the federal government is free access to government market data. Due to regulations on transparency and accountability, the government maintains a couple of databases on historical spend, which contain a treasure trove of data if you know how to use them. In this course we dive into the Federal Procurement Data System (FPDS) and provide an overview of USASPENDING.GOV as well as a PTAC tool called Govspend. Learn what is the best design for business cards, web sites and capability statements to showcase your small business to the government. Register here: http://www.ptassist.com/services/ptac_web_register.php?id=5B1F752742 The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce PTAC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and in part by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC.) More details... Coffee and Contracting Coffee and Contracting Starts: 11:30 am Ends: November 1, 2018 - 1:00 pm Location: Starbucks, 2080 N Telegraph Rd, Monroe, MI 48162, USA Description: Join our PTAC Counselors for a coffee meeting to discuss government contracting, procurement assistance, and other relevant contracting topics. No registration is necessary. More information? Call 734-462-4438 or email ptac@schoolcraft.edu More details... • •	2 Understanding the Solicitation and Preparing Proposals (USPP) Workshop - Lansing Understanding the Solicitation and Preparing Proposals (USPP) Workshop - Lansing Starts: 8:30 am Ends: November 2, 2018 - 4:30 pm Location: Michigan Small Business Development Center - Capital, 309 N Washington Square, Lansing, MI 48933, USA Description: PTAC of South Central Michigan is excited to present to you an opportunity to attend this FREE Workshop. Understanding the Solicitation and Preparing Proposals (USPP) is a seven (7) hour workshop designed to help the prospective Government contractor to be more competitive, and position themselves to win a federal contract. In the workshop, the participant will gain a greater understanding of a their competitive advantage, learn how to read and comprehend a government solicitation, and be able to frame this into a proposal worthy of submission. USPP workshop includes exercises and opportunities for attendee participation. The workshop is presented by Dr. James N. Phillips Jr., a former Contracting Officer with the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Department of Defense and he has over 25+ years of experience in contracting. He is the author of over 30 articles and has authored two books on contracting, one of which is the USPP workshop. Location Host: Small Business Development Center, 309 N Washington Square, Lansing, MI 48933 Time: 8:30am - 4:30pm (there will be 1 hour for lunch on your own) I look forward to seeing you there and hearing what Jim has to teach us! To register, go here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/understanding-the-solicitation-and-preparing-proposals-uspp-workshop-tickets-50362883741 If you have any questions, please feel free to contact Kim Langenberg klangenberg@lansingchamber.org 517-853-6445 of klangenberg@enterprisegroup.org 517-788-4680 More details... •	3	4
5	6 Government Contracting 101 (Shiawassee) Government Contracting 101 (Shiawassee) Starts: 9:00 am Ends: November 6, 2018 - 11:00 am Location: TBD Description: 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 no-cost workshop will give you greater insight to help you make the decision. Did you know the federal government purchases more than $450 billion of goods and services a year? Also learn about the services and support the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) has available to assist your company through the contracting process at no cost. Register here: http://www.ptassist.com/services/ptac_web_register.php?id=715C852741 The Flint & Genesee Chamber of Commerce PTAC is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) and in part by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC.) More details... •	7 Overview of Defense Cybersecurity Program Overview of Defense Cybersecurity Program Starts: 9:00 am Ends: November 7, 2018 - 12:00 pm Location: Workforce Development at M-TEC, Macomb Community College, 7900 Tank Avenue, Warren, MI 48092, USA Description: The Defense Cybersecurity Assurance Program, (DCAP) through a grant from the Department of Defense’s Office of Economic Adjustment, provides support to companies that have a strong need for support in achieving compliance with NIST 800-171. DCAP Supports defense contractors throughout the supply chain by offering expert cybersecurity consulting services and matching funds to qualifying companies that need assistance in becoming compliant with NIST SP 800-171. Learn about DCAP’s Goals and Eligibility and hear from one of their pre-vetted cyber security consultants. No Fee to Attend but Registration Required http://www.ptassist.com/services/ptac_web_register.php?id=5D41B52954 More details... •	8 Introduction to Federal Government Contracting - 101 Introduction to Federal Government Contracting - 101 Starts: 9:00 am Ends: November 8, 2018 - 12:00 pm Location: Macomb Community College, MTEC, 7900 Tank Ave. Warren, MI 48092 Description: Did you know the federal government purchased in FY 2017 approximately $446 billion dollars of goods and services? If you’re interested in diversifying your business into the federal government marketplace, find out what you need to do to get started. 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. Topics to be covered: Overview of PTAC Initial Considerations Getting Registered – 4 Steps Small Business Administration (SBA) Small Business Programs Certifications Doing Business with the Federal Government Finding Opportunities Contract Administration Where do I go from here? WHO SHOULD ATTEND? Management and key players who will support and facilitate government contracting within your company. Please Note: To register for this training your company must be located in Macomb County. REGISTRATION: http://www.ptassist.com/services/ptac_web_register.php?id=43E5351161 More details... PTAC Government Contracting: Orientation Class PTAC Government Contracting: Orientation Class Starts: 2:00 pm Ends: November 8, 2018 - 4:00 pm Location: 300 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, United States Description: Flyer: http://bit.ly/swmiptac2018. Is your company considering government contracting? Learn how to sell your products and services to the federal, state, and local government. This free seminar will give you the direction you need. Online pre-registration is required. Please see the attachment for more information and to register. More details... • •	9	10	11
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26	27	28	29 PTAC Government Contracting: Lessons Learned PTAC Government Contracting: Lessons Learned Starts: 2:00 pm Ends: November 29, 2018 - 4:00 pm Location: 300 South Westnedge Avenue, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, United States Description: Flyer: http://bit.ly/swmiptac2018. This Govology pre-recorded webcast reviews the top ten most common mistakes contractors make and how to identify, avoid, and mitigate each mistake presented by an experienced federal contractor. This will be offered classroom style and the video will be paused to discuss as a group. Normally this session is $75. There is no charge to attend. Pre-requisites: Orientation Class and a current client of PTAC. Online pre-registration is required. More details... •	30