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Procurement + Contracting Workshop Series

Are you ready to take your business to the next level? The Procurement & Contracting Workshop Series is a comprehensive, hands-on training program designed to equip small businesses, emerging vendors, and diverse suppliers with the knowledge, tools, and strategies needed to successfully navigate public and private sector procurement opportunities.

Discover the Secrets to Bidding + Winning Contracts

Through 8 targeted sessions, participants gain a clear understanding of the procurement process from foundational concepts to advanced proposal writing while developing the essential documents, registrations, and certifications that open doors to new contracts. Each session blends expert instruction with practical exercises, ensuring that participants leave with both the know-how and actionable materials to put their learning into practice immediately.

This program is ideal for small businesses seeking to expand into government and institutional contracting, minority- and women-owned enterprises pursuing certification, and any vendor looking to strengthen their competitive edge in today’s procurement marketplace.

Workshops kick off on September 8th. You can sign up workshops a la carte ($15 each) or the full series for just $100 (with scholarships available).


Why Join Us?

Don’t miss your chance to open new doors for your business.

Government and institutional contracts represent billions of dollars in opportunities every year, but only if you know how to find them, compete for them, and win them. This series gives you the step-by-step roadmap, insider strategies, and hands-on tools to turn procurement from overwhelming to achievable.

Seats are limited. Secure your spot today and start winning contracts that grow your business.

Workshop Schedule:

  • Workshop 1: Procurement & Contracting (P&C) 101
    Date: Monday, September 8, 2025; 1 – 3 p.m. – In Person
  • Workshop 2: Contracts Demystified
    Date: Tuesday, September 9 2025; 1-3 p.m. – In Person
  • Workshop 3: Sustainability and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) in Procurement
    Date: Monday, September 29, 2025; 1-3 pm – In Person
  • Workshop 4: Finding Procurement & Contracting Opportunities
    Date: Tuesday, September 30, 2025; 1-3 p.m. – In Person
  • Workshop 5: Micro Purchasing Opportunities
    Date: Monday, October 13, 2025; 1-3 p.m. – In Person
  • Workshop 6: Getting Small Business (SBE) Certified
    Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2025; 1-3 p.m. – In Person
  • Workshop 7 : Building a Strong Capability Statement
    Date: Monday, October 20, 2025; 1-3 p.m. – In Person
  • Workshop 8: Contract and Proposal Writing
    Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2025; 1-3 p.m. – In Person

Ready to propel your business forward?

Spaces are limited. Apply today and start your journey to becoming a savvy and successful business owner in the world of procurement.

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