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Government Contracting Orientation - Flint and Genesee PTAC
Government Contracting Orientation - Flint and Genesee PTAC
Starts: 1:00 pm
Ends: January 5, 2022 - 3:00 pm
Location: Virtual
Description:
| Government contracts are potentially a tremendous financial opportunity for small businesses. The U.S. government is the largest customer in the world. It buys all types of products and services — in both large and small quantities — and it’s required by law to consider buying from small businesses. Join the PTAC office to learn about assessment tools you can use to evaluate your companies readiness to enter the government marketplace.
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Introduction to Federal Government Contracting - 101
Introduction to Federal Government Contracting - 101
Starts: 9:00 am
Ends: January 6, 2022 - 12:30 pm
Location: Webinar - Macomb Regional PTAC
Description: THIS TRAINING WILL BE IN WEBINAR FORMAT
Is your business looking to diversity in the government sector?
Is your business overwhelmed by the rules, regulations and registrations that are required to get started in Federal Government Contracting?
Introduction to Federal Government Contracting -101 is the fundamental course in Macomb Regional PTAC’s Core Series of Federal Government Contracting.
This training offers an overview of what federal government contracting is, what it takes to be a government contractor, the steps your business needs to do to get started, and what no-cost services and continuous support Macomb Regional PTAC offers to small businesses in all aspects of government contracting.
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. (Highlight the above in training schedule)
No fee to attend, but registration is required.
https://center-gateway.com/2/gateway/107000/events/61372
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Government Contracting 101 - Flint and Genesee PTAC
Government Contracting 101 - Flint and Genesee PTAC
Starts: 9:00 am
Ends: January 11, 2022 - 11:00 am
Location: Virtual
Description:
| Doing business with the government is a great way to diversify your customer base. Each year, the federal government purchases hundreds of billions of dollars in goods and services. PTAC can help position your company to pursue to these opportunities. This workshop aims to further develop the small business vendor that is already established and in business and also those new to the government marketplace. Learn how at one of these workshops.
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Government Contracting Marketing Webinar Series (SWMIPTAC)
Government Contracting Marketing Webinar Series (SWMIPTAC)
Starts: 1:30 pm
Ends: January 11, 2022 - 2:45 pm
Description: Event Flyer with Details
January 11th: Registration
- 1:30 p.m. - 5 Myths Federal Contractors Should Understand About Marketing
- 2:45 p.m. - The #1 Reason Most Federal Contractors Fail At Marketing
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Northwest Michigan PTAC Presents: "Getting the Most from Your Daily Bid Match Service"
Northwest Michigan PTAC Presents: "Getting the Most from Your Daily Bid Match Service"
Starts: 11:00 am
Ends: January 12, 2022 - 12:30 pm
Description: You say: Where do I find bid opportunities? We say: Bid Match! *
Bid match services can be an essential tool in your government contracting strategy. But, are you using it effectively? Are those daily emails a well spring of relevant opportunities and information? Or is it draining your resources and clogging your in-box?
During this live webinar we will discuss bid match systems and provide tips for effectively using bid match results. Further, we will take an inside look at PTAC's Bid Match service*, how to read and understand your daily bid match emails, and how you play an important role.
* The NW Michigan PTAC offers a bid match service to our clients at no cost. This service monitors thousands of federal, state, local and international government bid opportunities and sends you daily emails of those opportunities that may be a match to your business. While our PTAC does not charge a fee for the bid match service, it is not free to us, which is why we make it available only to our active clients. Please contact your PTAC for more information.
This webinar will cover:
- What is Bid Match (and What it is Not!)
- Anatomy of PTAC’s Bid Match — sources & searches
- Viewing and understanding your daily bid match emails
- Tips for using Bid Match results
- How PTAC Can Help
There is no cost to attend, but pre-registration is required.Register for the seminar here or visit nwm.org/ptac to learn more.
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Muskegon Area First PTAC Presents: "Marketing to Government Agencies & Prime Contractors"
Muskegon Area First PTAC Presents: "Marketing to Government Agencies & Prime Contractors"
Starts: 1:00 pm
Ends: January 12, 2022 - 2:30 pm
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Marketing to government agencies is not that much different from marketing to commercial customers. You need to know your target market, understand your customers needs and requirements, have a compelling value proposition, and find a way to effectively communicate your value to potential customers. In this course, Govology Co-founder Carroll Bernard will help you understand and implement best practices in marketing to government agencies. Here s what you will learn: how to conduct market research specific to the government marketplace using both online tools and primary research methods such as agency interviews; what basic marketing materials you should have in your arsenal and how to use them effectively; how to use technology to streamline and enhance your marketing efforts; how to build a compelling value proposition that speaks to your target clients, and how to properly respond to sources sought notices to increase your chances of getting an opportunity set aside.
https://center-gateway.com/2/gateway/101000/events/63393
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Government Contracting Marketing Webinar Series (SWMIPTAC)
Government Contracting Marketing Webinar Series (SWMIPTAC)
Starts: 1:30 pm
Ends: January 12, 2022 - 2:45 pm
Description: Event Flyer with Details
January 12th: Registration
- 1:30 p.m. - Why Every Federal Contractor Must Have A Customer First Mindset
- 2:45 p.m. - What Federal Contractors Must Do To Build An Irresistible Brand
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Coffee & Contracting (SWMIPTAC)
Coffee & Contracting (SWMIPTAC)
Starts: 9:00 pm
Ends: January 12, 2022 - 9:30 pm
Description: A bi-monthly opportunity to network online with government buyers, prime contractors, and government contracting resources. Sessions are from 9:00 to 9:30.
Online pre-registration is required.
The link to the class will be sent to registrants within 24 hours of the class.
Flyer with Registration Information.
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Where Do I Begin? Virtual Webinar (SWMIPTAC)
Where Do I Begin? Virtual Webinar (SWMIPTAC)
Starts: 10:00 am
Ends: January 13, 2022 - 11:00 am
Location: Virtual Webinar
Description: Considering government contracting? Don’t know where to begin? Join us to learn more about government contracting and how PTAC is hereto guide you every step of the way.
Online pre-registration is required.
The link to the class will be sent to registrants within 24 hours of the class.
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Muskegon Area First PTAC Presents: "Essential Consideration in Federal Subcontracting"
Muskegon Area First PTAC Presents: "Essential Consideration in Federal Subcontracting"
Starts: 1:00 pm
Ends: January 19, 2022 - 2:30 pm
Description:
| In this webinar, experienced Federal Contracting attorney, Maria Panichelli, will cover the essential issues that prime contractors and subcontractors must keep in mind when negotiating and drafting subcontracts for use on Federal projects. She will discuss the negotiation of subcontract clauses, including mandatory FAR flow-downs and other critical provisions such as disputes and payment clauses. Maria will also explain how to handle upstream claims against the owner, detailing how to navigate the pass-through claim process and the negotiation of liquidating agreements. Finally, you ll learn the unique challenges and special protections offered to construction subcontractors in particular, as we walk you through the procedures and common pitfalls relating to Miller Act claims. Here s what you will learn: how to conduct market research specific to the government marketplace using both online tools and primary research methods such as agency interviews; what basic marketing materials you should have in your arsenal and how to use them effectively; how to use technology to streamline and enhance your marketing efforts; how to build a compelling value proposition that speaks to your target clients, and how to properly respond to sources sought notices to increase your chances of getting an opportunity set aside. |
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Government Contracting: Orientation - Virtual Webinar (SWMIPTAC)
Government Contracting: Orientation - Virtual Webinar (SWMIPTAC)
Starts: 10:00 am
Ends: January 20, 2022 - 12:00 pm
Location: Virtual Webinar
Description: 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.The link to the class will be sent to registrants within 24 hours of the class.
Click to access the 2022 Class Flyer.
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Northwest Michigan PTAC Presents: "Selling to the State of Michigan"
Northwest Michigan PTAC Presents: "Selling to the State of Michigan"
Starts: 11:00 am
Ends: January 20, 2022 - 12:30 pm
Description: The Department of Technology Management and Budget (DTMB) Procurement Office serves as the Central Purchasing office for the State of Michigan. Each year, the DTMB oversees hundreds of multi-year contracts valued at billions of dollars. Other state agencies have purchasing authority up to $500K, and small purchases, of less than $10K, are handled in a completely different manner.
Did you know that the State of Michigan has an Extended Purchasing Program that allows cities, counties, and other local units of government to use state contracts?
This webinar will cover the basics of what you need to know to get started on your way to selling to the State of Michigan. Topics include an overview of Michigan’s procurement process, which state agencies are in charge of buying what, how you can find opportunities, and what resources are available to help.
Topics will include:
• What the State of Michigan buys
• Who buys for the State of Michigan
• Where vendors can find opportunities
• How to register as a vendor
• What is Sigma VSS?
• Central procurement contract list
• Extended purchasing program
• State purchasing preferences
• How PTAC can help
There is no cost to attend, but registration is required.Register for the seminar here or visit nwm.org/ptac to learn more.
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Breaking Down Teaming, Joint Ventures and Mentor Protégé - Flint and Genesee PTAC
Breaking Down Teaming, Joint Ventures and Mentor Protégé - Flint and Genesee PTAC
Starts: 9:00 am
Ends: January 25, 2022 - 11:00 am
Location: Virtual
Description:
| For many small businesses, entry into government contracting will or should begin as a part of a team. This seminar will provide the small business owner with an understanding of the overall process, including the format for a Teaming agreement, how to protect your company during the relationship and the overall benefits. Join PTAC to learn more about how you can utilize Mentor Protégé programs, joint ventures and teaming arrangements to build your firm’s capacity.
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Take Away Tuesday - - Project Spectrum and CMMC 2.0 Updates
Take Away Tuesday - - Project Spectrum and CMMC 2.0 Updates
Starts: 9:00 am
Ends: January 25, 2022 - 10:00 am
Location: Webinar
Description: Join the Macomb Regional PTAC and Subject Matter Expert Mr.Kareem Sykes, Program Manager for Project Spectrum, for a discussion about thenew CMMC 2.0 program guidance. Mr. Sykes will discuss how to utilize theDoD-recognized Project Spectrum comprehensive cybersecurity platform to get andreport your NIST SP 800-171 Readiness Assessment Score.
Take-Away Tuesday’s are designed to deliver high-value content, in short order, with plenty of substance, as well as an opportunity to ask the SME!
No fee to attend but registration is required:
https://center-gateway.com/2/gateway/107000/events/63632
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Muskegon Area Fist PTAC Presents: "Who Buys What you Sell? A Step-by-Step Process"
Muskegon Area Fist PTAC Presents: "Who Buys What you Sell? A Step-by-Step Process"
Starts: 1:00 pm
Ends: January 26, 2022 - 2:30 pm
Description:
| Identifying who buys, how much, and how often is called Propensity it helps you identify which military commands and federal agencies to target. This course, designed for Procurement Readiness, will accelerate your ability to validate who buys what you sell (down to the state, city, and contracting office level). This, in turn, will help you transform how and where you engage the market and validate the competitiveness of your pricing for any specific opportunity. Utilizing beta.SAM s Data Bank (formerly FPDS), Mr. Frank will walk you through an extensive, step-by-step process so that you can perform this research on your own. Here s what you will learn: How to identify your NAICS codes and your SBA size standards; How to quickly search SAM s Data Bank; How to run advanced ad hoc queries; How to locate your competitor s pricing; and How to find quality teaming partners. |
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Coffee & Contracting (SWMIPTAC)
Coffee & Contracting (SWMIPTAC)
Starts: 9:00 pm
Ends: January 26, 2022 - 9:30 pm
Description: A bi-monthly opportunity to network online with government buyers, prime contractors, and government contracting resources. Sessions are from 9:00 to 9:30.
Online pre-registration is required.
The link to the class will be sent to registrants within 24 hours of the class.
Flyer with Registration Information.
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My business is in Detroit but I live in Harrison Township. Does that qualify me to come to the Macomb PTAC.
Hello,
Please go to http://www.ptacsofmichigan.org to the “offices” page. Enter your county to find your local PTAC office. Contact information for your local PTAC office will be provided. Please use that and not the comments option.
Thank you,
PTACs of Michigan.
Requesting info on contract work. I’m a remodeling company in Saginaw .. tri city area.. I used to do lead abatement work and currently doing remodeling projects in area.
Good morning,
Please contact your local PTAC office, which is the Saginaw Future PTAC. You can email ptac@saginawfuture.com and someone will assist you.
Thank you