PTAC WORKSHOP #1 - Understanding, Capturing, and Leveraging Federal Certifications

Description

On Monday, March 17th the Southwest Washington PTAC Government Contracting counselor will host a Double Header focusing on Federal and State certifications at the Greater Vancouver Chamber of Commerce. First, a Federal Certifications workshop will take place at 1pm with a short break before launching into the second workshop: State certifications for minority/women owned business. At both workshops attendees will learn about the differences between federal and state small business certification programs, eligibility requirements, as well as how to apply for, capture, and leverage these certifications for their businesses. Separate registration is required for each workshop at www.vancouverusa.com; there is no cost to attend.

The Federal & State Certification Double Header is designed for small, veteran, woman, minority, or socially and economically disadvantaged businesses. Also, for businesses located in a historically underutilized business (HUB) zone and eligible for set aside preference on federal contracts. You can verify your HUBzone eligibility by contacting Carroll Bernard, the Southwest Washington PTAC counselor before the workshop at (360) 567-1092 or via email at cbernard@vancouverusa.com.

Please note: separate registration is required for each workshop.

Workshop #1: Understanding, Capturing, and Leveraging Federal Certifications

Time: 1:00 pm – 2:45 pm

Topics Include:

• Understanding Federal Small Business Certifications
• Understanding Federal Small Business Goals
• The Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) Certification & 8(a) Program
• Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business Certification (SDVOSB)
• Woman Owned / Economically Disadvantaged Woman Owned Small Business Certification
• HUBzone Certification
• Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) Certification
• How to leverage your small business certifications

Registration link: http://www.ptassist.com/services/ptac_register.php?id=3608C42147