Group Training for Potential Government Contractors
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EDT)
Closed
11/2/2022 10:00 AM (EDT)
No Fee
MDPTAC Team (301) 405-6550
Online Meeting (Live)
Government Contracting, Selling to Government
Are you ready for government contracting? Have you considered the investment in time and resources your company needs to enter the government marketplace? This workshop is an introduction to government contracting and will show you how to get your ducks in a row to prepare for life as a successful government contractor.
You will also learn what the Maryland Procurement Technical Assistance Center does for small businesses and how it can help you prepare for government contracting success.
Attendees will learn:
· What government buyers and primes want
· What makes a contractor responsible to FAR
· How and why to research potential customers
· How to develop an intelligence list
· Why to watch for contract awards
· What not to do when contracting
· How to become a Maryland PTAC client and get one on one counseling
This introductory class will show you how to determine if government contracts are right for your business.
About the Instructor
Akiesha M. Foster currently serves as a Maryland PTAC Procurement Specialist. Akiesha holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Multidisciplinary Studies from Liberty University and is pursuing a Master's degree in Procurement Acquisition Management from Webster University. She also is DAWIA Level III certified in Contracting and a member of the Association of Proposal Management Professionals (APMP).
Army Reserve:
She is an experienced Senior Contract Specialist (51C) with over 19 years in Logistics and contracting.
Registration Policies:
Registration and Fees: For fee-based classes - Payment of seminar fees may be made by credit card. Payment must be received to guarantee your space in an event.
Refund Policy: If you wish to request a refund, please contact the conference organizer listed above to discuss. You may also elect to send a substitute in your place. If the event is canceled, all fees will be returned.
Special Accommodations: In accordance with the American Disabilities Act and state law, you may request accommodations due to a disability by contacting the event organizer listed above. Advance notice may be necessary for some accommodations. Registration must be paid prior to accommodation requests.