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Date Event Name Location
February 4, 2010 Buy MI First - Selling to the State of MI Livonia
February 11, 2010 ITAR and Document Security Macomb
February 11, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Livonia
February 18, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Macomb
February 19, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Flint
February 19, 2010 Buy MI First - Selling to the State of MI Livonia
February 23, 2010 GSA Federal Supply Schedules:Finding Your Way to the GSA Wayne State University Oakland Center
February 24, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Wayne State University Oakland Center
February 25, 2010 Registration Assistance for Government Contractors Livonia
March 4, 2010 ITAR Regulations Compliance Livonia
March 11, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Livonia
March 18, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Macomb
March 24, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Flint
March 24, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Downriver Community Center
March 25, 2010 Registration Assistance for Government Contractors Livonia
April 21, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Macomb
April 22, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Livonia
April 23, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Flint
April 28, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Wayne State University Oakland Center
April 29, 2010 Registration Assistance for Government Contractors Livonia
May 12, 2010 SBA 8(a) Business Development & HUBZone Certification Orientation Flint
May 18, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Livonia
May 19, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Macomb
May 26, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Flint
May 26, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Downriver Community Center
May 27, 2010 Registration Assistance for Government Contractors Livonia
June 16, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Macomb
June 23, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Wayne State University Oakland Center
June 24, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Livonia
June 30, 2010 Registration Assistance for Government Contractors Livonia
July 2, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Flint
July 15, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Livonia
July 21, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Macomb
July 22, 2010 Registration Assistance for Government Contractors Livonia
August 4, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Flint
August 12, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Livonia
August 18, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Macomb
August 26, 2010 Registration Assistance for Government Contractors Livonia
September 9, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Macomb
September 10, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Flint
September 22, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Livonia
September 22, 2010 Doing Business with the State of Michigan Flint
September 29, 2010 GSA Federal Supply Schedule: Finding Your Way to the GSA Livonia
September 30, 2010 Registration Assistance for Government Contractors Livonia
October 13, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Flint
October 20, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Macomb
October 21, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Livonia
October 28, 2010 Registration Assistance for Government Contractors Livonia
November 11, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Livonia
November 17, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Macomb
November 18, 2010 Registration Assistance for Government Contractors Livonia
November 19, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Flint
December 9, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Livonia
December 15, 2010 Government Contracting 101 Macomb



How to Become a Government Contractor
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
  • Classifying your Product or Service (NAICS, SIC Codes, PSC/FSCs)
  • Getting Registered: CCR and Dynamic Small Business Search
  • Small Business Programs: Set-asides, Small Business, Small Disadvantaged Business, 8(a), Veteran Owned, etc.
  • Finding Opportunities
  • Types of Solicitations
  • Marketing Strategies: Finding Opportunities, Subcontracting
  • Laws and Regulations
  • The Bid Process
  • Debriefing
State of Michigan Contracting 101
  • What Products and Services does the State of Michigan buy?
  • Vendor Registration
  • Obtaining Bidding Information
  • Planning and Researching for State Procurement Opportunities
  • Marketing Your Product or Service
  • Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

Who Should Attend: Management and key player(s) who will support and facilitate government contracting within your company.

PTAC location: Livonia (PTAC of Schoolcraft College)
2010 class dates: February 11, March 11, and April 22, May 18, June 24, July 15, August 12, September 22, October 21, November 11 and December 9
Class location: Schoolcraft College, 18600 Haggerty Rd., Livonia
Seminar time: 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
Follow us on Twitter! www.twitter.com/PTACofSC for timely procurement updates

PTAC location: Flint (Genesee Regional Chamber of Commerce)
2010 class dates: February 19, March 24, April 23, May 26, July 2, August 4, September 10, November 19
Class location: UM-Flint Launch
Seminar time: See event flyer for details
Fee: No charge
Reservations are required
For more information, call 810-600-1437 or email Chelsea Fisher

PTAC location: Macomb (Macomb Regional PTAC)
2010 class dates: February 18, March 18, April 21, May 19, June 16, July 21, August 18, September 9, October 20, November 17 and December 15
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
Follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/macombptac

Two PTAC locations: Downriver Community Conference and Wayne State University PTAC
Click on class dates below to view specific class flyer for details.
Class dates @ Downriver Community Center: March 24, & May 26
Class dates @ Wayne State University Oakland Center: February 24, April 28 & June 23
Seminar: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Fee: No cost
Reservations are required. Please note registration ends the day before each class date.
Registration contact: Loretta Cannon/at Downriver Community Conferenece at Loretta.Cannon@dccwf.org or call (734) 362-3442.


Registration Assistance for Government Contractors - Livonia
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!

Who Should Attend: Management and key player(s) who will support and facilitate government contracting within your company.


2010 class dates: February 25, March 25, and April 29, May 27, June 30, July 22, August 26, September 30, October 28 and November 18
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
Follow us on Twitter! www.twitter.com/PTACofSC for timely procurement updates



Doing Business with the State of Michigan - Flint
Rebecca Nevai, from the State of Michigan Department of Management & Budget (DMB), will provide an overview of the State's procurement practices and procedures. The State of Michigan has over 1,300 contracts valued at more than $16 billion in its portfolio. Find the opportunities and develop the winning proposals to become a successful state contractor!

Learn what Products and Services the State is buying

  • Vendor Registration
  • Obtaining Bidding Information
  • Planning and Researching for State Procurement Opportunities
  • Marketing Your Product or Service
  • Freedom of Information Act (FOIA)

Dates: September 22, 2010
Seminar: 1:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Cost is free, but reservations are required.
Location: UM-Flint Launch, Northbank Center, 432 N. Saginaw Street, Park Place 1st Floor-Flint, MI
See event flyer for details
For more information, call: or e-mail: Chelsea Fisher, 810-600-1437 or email Chelsea Fisher



SBA 8(a) Business Development & HUBZone Certification Orientation - Flint
The SBA administers this business assistance program for socially and economically disadvantaged businesses who want to access the federal procurement market. 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.

Date: Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Seminar: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00pm
Cost is free, but reservations are required.
Location: UM-Flint Launch, Northbank Center, 432 N. Saginaw Street, Park Place 1st Floor-Flint, MI
See event flyer for details
For more information, call 810-600-1437 or email Chelsea Fisher


ITAR (International Traffic in Arms) Regulations Compliance - Livonia
This program provides in-depth information intended to inform, enhance and update the knowledge of those corporations and individuals engaging in, and considering entering into, defense activities. Participants will acquire a well-rounded overview of the essential elements of defense export controls. The presentation will cover how to apply for licenses, establishing compliance programs, as well as, hot topics and trends within ITAR.


Date: March 4, 2010
Seminar: 8:30 am - 3:30 pm; check-in begins on-site at 8:00 am
Cost: $300 Non-member - $175 VAGTC (Van Andel Global Trade Center) Member
To register, go online at www.vagtc.org/trainings
See event flyer for details
For more information, call: (734) 462-4438
Follow us on Twitter! www.twitter.com/PTACofSC for timely procurement updates


Buy Michigan First - Selling to the State of Michigan - Livonia
Opening remarks by Automation Alley. Attend this training seminar to learn:

  • Contracting 101 with State of Michigan
  • Services for Vendors from PTACs of Michigan
Date: February 4, 2010
Seminar: 10:00 am - 11:30 am; check-in begins on-site at 9:30 am
Location: Automation Alley, 2675 Bellingham, Troy,MI 48083
Cost: Free, but registration is required
Registration Info: Contact Automation Alley at 800-427-5100 or email info@automationalley.com
See
event flyer for details
For more information, call: (734) 462-4438
Follow us on Twitter! www.twitter.com/PTACofSC for timely procurement updates



Buy Michigan First - Selling to the State of Michigan - Livonia
Opening remarks by Representative Bill Rogers. Attend this training seminar to learn:

  • Contracting 101 with State of Michigan
  • Elements of a Quality Proposal
  • Services for Vendors from PTACs of Michigan
  • Services for Vendors from MI-SBTDCs


Date: February 19, 2010
Seminar: 9:30am - 12:30pm; check-in begins on-site at 9:00am
Location: EMU-Brighton Campus, 2250 Genoa Business Park Dr., #120, Brighton, MI 48114
Cost: Free, but registration is required
Registration Info: Contact 734-462-4438 or register here
See event flyer for details
Follow us on Twitter! www.twitter.com/PTACofSC for timely procurement updates




ITAR and Document Security - Macomb
A representative of the U.S. Department of State / Directorate of Defense Trade Controls (DDTC) will be presenting information on becoming ITAR registered.

Also, Mr. Kevin Lasser from Encryption Security Services will be presenting information on ITAR compliance, including document security.

Date: February 11, 2010
Seminar: 8:30 a.m.- 12:00 p.m.
Cost is free, but reservations are required.
Location: 44575 Garfield Road, Clinton Township
See event flyer for details
For more information, call 586-498-4122 or email Jennifer Tisdale




GSA Federal Supply Schedules: Finding Your Way to the GSA - Wayne State University Oakland Center

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.

Date: February 23, 2010
Seminar: 9:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Cost is free, but reservations are required.
Location: Wayne State University - Oakland Center,33737 West Twelve Mile Rd., Farmington Hills, 48331
See event flyer for details
For more information, call (313) 577-0132 or email Abby Cheatham




GSA Federal Supply Schedules: Finding Your Way to the GSA - Livonia

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 Date: Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Seminar time: 9:00 am - Noon; check-in begins on-site at 8:30 am
Class location: Schoolcraft College - Livonia
Cost: $40 per person. Save the date! Registration is not open yet.
For more information, call: (734) 462-4438
Follow us on Twitter! www.twitter.com/PTACofSC for timely procurement updates



Additional Events

Association of the United States Army (AUSA)
Association of Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (APTAC)
Automation Alley
Department of Defense OSDBU
Department of the Air Force OSDBU
Department of the Army OSDBU
Michigan Small Tech
National Contract Management Association (NCMA)
National Defense Industrial Association (NDIA)
TACOM LCMC

 

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