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May 2008

2008 United States Army Dual Use Technology Briefing - Macomb
The Military depends on commercial business to develop new technolgies for the protection of the War-fighter and to advance Homeland Security. This briefing will cover an overview of TARDEC and explain how companies can help research innovative technologies that fit dual use needs of the Army and industry.

Event Highlights:

  • The Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) program & 2008 topics
  • The Cooperative Research & Development Agreements (CRADA) program
  • R&D Contracting with the U.S. Army

Who Should Attend: Companies who have or are researching innovative technologies that fit the dual use needs of the U.S. Army and industry.

Tuesday, May 6, 2008
Seminar: 9:00am - Noon (registration begins at 8:30am)
Location: 44575 Garfield Rd., Clinton Twp., MI 48038 (Inside Macomb College Professional Development Center)
This seminar is free of charge, however reservations are required
Please email the following info to
Jennifer Tisdale: Attendee(s) name, Company Name, Phone number, email address and if you are currently a PTAC client.
*LIMITED SEATING AVAILABLE*
The Macomb Regional PTAC services businesses located within Macomb, St. Clair, Sanilac, Lapeer, Tuscola and Huron Counties.



How to Become a Government Contractor - Muskegon PTAC
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.

Wednesday, May 14, 2008
Seminar: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, Registration begins at 8:30 am
$40/person
Muskegon Area First Procurement Technical Assistance Center.
Location: Muskegon Community College, 221 S. Quarterline Rd., Muskegon, MI 49442
For more information, call : (231) 722-7700 or e-mail: Pamela Poort


Federal Supply Schedules: Finding Your Way to the GSA - Livonia
General Service Administration (GSA) 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, will educate clients on the many mysteries regarding the GSA procurement arena and Federal Supply Schedules.

Who Should Attend: Businesses that want to learn about Supply Schedules, buying potential and marketing through a GSA Schedule.

Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Registration begins at 8:30 am
Seminar: 9:00 am - Noon
$40/person
Schoolcraft College - Livonia
Reservation Required!
For more information, call: (734) 462-4438


How to Become a Government Contractor - Macomb
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.

Thursday, May 22, 2008
Seminar: 10:00 am - Noon
This seminar is free of charge, however reservations are required
The Macomb Regional PTAC services businesses located within Macomb, St. Clair, Sanilac, Lapeer, Tuscola and Huron Counties.
For more information, call : (586) 498-4122, fax: (586) 498-4165, e-mail: Jennifer Tisdale


How to Become a Government Contractor - Flint Federal Government Contracting 101 / State of Michigan Contracting 101
Presentation with VetBiz Central
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 veteran owned company.

Thursday, May 22, 2008
Seminar: 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm
This seminar is free of charge, however reservations are required
VetBiz Central, 717 S. Grand Traverse, Flint, MI 48502
For more information, call : (810) 767-8387, e-mail: Ed at VetBiz Central


How to Become a Government Contractor - Livonia
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.

Thursday, May 22, 2008
Registration begins at 8:30 am
Seminar: 9:00 am - Noon
$40/person
Schoolcraft College - Livonia
Reservation Required!
For more information, call: (734) 462-4438


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!

Thursday, May 29, 2008
Registration begins at 8:30 am
Seminar: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
$20/person
Schoolcraft College - Livonia, Michigan
Reservation Required!
For more information, call: (734) 462-4438

 

June 2008

Design and Construction Firms: You Can Do Business with Michigan - Macomb
The State of Michigan's design and construction portfolio tops $100 million annually. Learn how to compete for these contracts at a seminar for design and construction professionals.

Join representatives from the State of Michigan to learn:

  • how to do business with the state and become a registered vendor
  • which elements are key to a competitive proposal and how to locate current bid solicitations
  • how you can bid on federal contracts

This seminar is part of the Buy Michigan First program, an initiative that connects Michigan companies with opportunities to do business with the state. Buy Michigan First provides outstanding opportunity for small businesses and underrepresented vendor groups interested in doing business with the state.

Wednesday, June 11, 2008, at 9:00 am
Location: 44575 Garfield Rd., Clinton Twp., MI 48038 (Inside Macomb College Professional Development Center)
This seminar is free of charge, however reservations are required.
Registration for this event ends on June 2, 2008.
For more information, please contact: (586) 498-4122, fax: (586) 498-4165, e-mail:
Jennifer Tisdale
The Macomb Regional PTAC services businesses located within Macomb, St. Clair, Sanilac, Lapeer, Tuscola and Huron Counties.


How to Become a Government Contractor - Flint
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.

Thursday, June 12, 2008
Seminar: 8:30 am - 11:30 am
This seminar is free of charge, however reservations are required
Northbank Center, 432 N. Saginaw St., Room 207, Flint, MI 48502
For more information, call : (810) 600-1433, e-mail: Cynthia Maschat



How to Become a Government Contractor - Muskegon PTAC
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.

Friday, June 13, 2008
Seminar: 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm, Registration begins at 12:30 pm
$40/person
Muskegon Area First Procurement Technical Assistance Center.
Location: Central Michigan University, Bovee University Center, Room UC-2a Maroon, 103 E. Preston, Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
For more information, call : (231) 722-7700 or e-mail: Pamela Poort

How to Get a GSA Schedule Contract - Flint GSA 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 is a GSA expert who will educate clients on the many mysteries regarding the GSA procurement arena and Federal supply Schedules.

Who Should Attend: Businesses that would like to learn about supply schedules, buying potential and marketing through a GSA schedule.

Thursday, June 19, 2008
Seminar: 8:30 am - 11:30 am
This seminar is free of charge, however reservations are required
Northbank Center, 432 N. Saginaw St., Room 207, Flint, MI 48502
For more information, call : (810) 600-1433, e-mail: Cynthia Maschat


How to Become a Government Contractor - Macomb
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.

Thursday, June 19, 2008
Seminar: 10:00 am - Noon
This seminar is free of charge, however reservations are required
The Macomb Regional PTAC services businesses located within Macomb, St. Clair, Sanilac, Lapeer, Tuscola and Huron Counties.
For more information, call : (586) 498-4122, fax: (586) 498-4165, e-mail: Jennifer Tisdale


How to Become a Government Contractor - Livonia
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.

Thursday, June 19, 2008
Registration begins at 8:30 am
Seminar: 9:00 am - Noon
$40/person
Schoolcraft College - Livonia
Reservation Required!
For more information, call: (734) 462-4438


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!

Thursday, June 26, 2008
Registration begins at 8:30 am
Seminar: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
$20/person
Schoolcraft College - Livonia, Michigan
Reservation Required!
For more information, call: (734) 462-4438

 

July 2008


How to Become a Government Contractor - Muskegon PTAC
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.

Thursday, July 10, 2008
Seminar: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm. Registration begins at 8:30 am
$40/person
Muskegon Area First Procurement Technical Assistance Center.
Location: DeVos Center, University Club, Room Dev 107C, 401 W. Fulton St., Grand Rapids, MI 49504
For more information, call : (231) 722-7700 or e-mail:
Pamela Poort


How to Become a Government Contractor - Macomb
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.

Thursday, July 17, 2008
Seminar: 10:00 am - Noon
This seminar is free of charge, however reservations are required
The Macomb Regional PTAC services businesses located within Macomb, St. Clair, Sanilac, Lapeer, Tuscola and Huron Counties.
For more information, call : (586) 498-4122, fax: (586) 498-4165, e-mail: Jennifer Tisdale


How to Become a Government Contractor - Livonia
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.

Thursday, July 17, 2008
Registration begins at 8:30 am
Seminar: 9:00 am - Noon
$40/person
Schoolcraft College - Livonia
Reservation Required!
For more information, call: (734) 462-4438




 

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