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SUMMARY:Morning Huddle: Ask the Procurement Experts
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a relaxed\, no-pressure session where local businesses get face time with our local APEX Accelerator procurement specialists. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re new to government contracting or have questions about your next steps\, this is your chance to ask the experts — no slides\, no speeches\, just real talk. \n\n\n\nWhat to expect: \n\n\n\nInformal networking with procurement professionalsA chance to ask the questions that matter to youInsider tips on navigating contracting opportunitiesAnd even better connections! \n\n\n\nWho should come?Small business owners\, entrepreneurs\, or anyone curious about how to work with government agencies or large buyers. \n\n\n\nBring your curiosity\, questions\, and business cards! \n\n\n\nThis casual event is open from 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM. Join us when you can\, stay as long as you’d like! \n\n\n\nNo fee to attend\, but registration is required. \n\n\n\nRegister Now! \n\n\n\nThis APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of War. Additionally\, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Schoolcraft College.
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/morning-huddle-ask-the-procurement-experts-2/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Schoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team":MAILTO:apex@schoolcraft.edu
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SUMMARY:Federal Government Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:Are you a business owner looking to navigate the federal marketplace? \n\n\n\nThe government buys almost every good or service imaginable. The steps to becoming a government contractor include understanding contractor responsibility\, identifying which agencies buy what you sell\, positioning your business to optimize your success when approaching government agencies and more. \n\n\n\nThis session provides you with an overview of: \n\n\n\n\nAPEX Accelerators Services\n\n\n\nSystem for Award Management (SAM) Registration & Validation Process\n\n\n\nSmall Business Program Certifications\n\n\n\nDoD Defense Priorities\n\n\n\nMarketing to federal agencies\n\n\n\nFinding federal contracting opportunities  \n\n\n\n\nPresenter: Procurement Counselor\, Schoolcraft APEX Accelerator \n\n\n\nNo attendance fee\, registration is required. \n\n\n\nRegister Now! \n\n\n\nThis APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of War. Additionally\, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Schoolcraft College.
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/federal-government-contracting-101-3/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Schoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team":MAILTO:apex@schoolcraft.edu
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SUMMARY:Proposal Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Winning government contracts requires proper planning and preparation. This session is designed to provide you with best practices for reviewing solicitations\, preparing proposals\, and steps to consider when awarded or not awarded a government contract. \n\n\n\nAs a result of this session\, you will: \n\n\n\n\nIdentify the qualities of a responsible contractor\n\n\n\nLearn how the government makes award determinations\n\n\n\nUnderstand relevant FAR clauses listed in the solicitation\n\n\n\nKnow your rights regarding debriefs and protests\n\n\n\nLearn what it means to be responsive and responsible\n\n\n\n\nNo attendance fee\, registration is required. \n\n\n\nRegister Now! \n\n\n\nThis APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of War. Additionally\, the Schoolcraft College APEX Accelerator is funded by the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and Schoolcraft College.
URL:https://www.schoolcraft.edu/event/proposal-best-practices-2/
CATEGORIES:Workforce & Economic Development
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ORGANIZER;CN="Schoolcraft APEX Accelerator Team":MAILTO:apex@schoolcraft.edu
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