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Tacoma Equity In Contracting Workship

Join us on May 20th at 9:00AM PST and learn about the latest updates from the City of Tacoma Equity in Contracting (EIC) Program Team. After a brief overview and background of the EIC Program, the EIC Team will present the new EIC Process from the beginning phase (Pre-Award) to the last (Close Out).

Attendees will have time to ask Questions in a Q&A Session

Registration Link: City of Tacoma EIC Program Updates – EventBrite Registration Link

For more information, please contact Malika Godo at mgodo@cityoftacoma.org

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Workforce Training Grants Open

Washington state businesses based in Pierce County are invited to apply for Small Business Grants administered by WorkForce Central in collaboration with community partners and stakeholders.

Grants of up to $15,000 are available to eligible companies to invest in workforce development initiatives and procure assets to facilitate business growth and expansion. The aim of the grant program is to strengthen relationships with Pierce County Black, Latino, and Indigenous small businesses to address disparities, strengthen the local economy, grow local talent and create local jobs in Pierce County.

Applications are being accepted and will remain open until funding is exhausted.

To learn more about eligible projects, requirements and the grant process, visit the WorkForce Central website.

 

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Energy Contractor Marketing Workshops

Emerald Cities Collaborative  is hosting a 4-part workshop series on Marketing for Contractors via zoom. This series will be conducted by Energy Circle, a recognized home performance marketing company who are also the marketing firm behind Clean Energy Connection in California.

All workshops can be found on our Contractor Development Page
Below is a summary of the offerings. All events are free of charge.

Best Practices for Contractor Marketing Part 1 – Your Foundation
Date: Tuesday, May 7
Time: 3pm-4pm
Location: Zoom
Register Here

Best Practices for Contractor Marketing Part 2 – Active Lead Generation
Date: Tuesday, May 14
Time: 3pm-4pm
Location: Zoom
Register Here

Marketing of Rebates, Incentives and the Inflation Reduction Act
Date: Tuesday, May 21
Time: 3pm-4pm
Location: Zoom
Register Here

Marketing to Moderate-Income Homeowners
Date: Tuesday, May 28
Time: 3pm-4pm
Location: Zoom
Register Here

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SCORE Workshops

Did you know the SCORE provides an ongoing series of free workshops for people seeking to start or grow a business?  Attend a workshop and learn from experienced executives how to position your business for success.

Check out the workshop calendar below:

https://www.score.org/seattle/local-workshops

 

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Certification Fees Waived!

The Office of Minority and Women-Owned Businesses (“OMWBE”) is celebrating 40 years of service by waiving certification fees through June, 2024.  Washington State businesses are invited to get certified for FREE!  Renewal fees have also been waived for businesses who are already certified.

Why Certify?

  • Be visible to prime and general contractors
  • Gain access to valuable government contracts
  • Network with contractors and government agencies

If you need support with any of your OMWBE Certifications, please email technicalassistance@omwbe.wa.gov or call 360-664-9750.

While currently these fees are only being waived through June, OMWBE is pursuing sustainable means of waiving the fees long-term.  Stay tuned!

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MBDA Monthly Events

Marketing to Government Agencies and Prime Contractors (2024 Update)
April 4, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM PDT
Marketing to government agencies shares many similarities with marketing to commercial customers. To succeed in this arena, it’s crucial to identify your target market, understand the unique needs of your customers, develop a compelling value proposition, and effectively communicate your value proposition to potential buyers. In this webinar, Govology co-founder Carroll Bernard will provide valuable insights and practical strategies for mastering the art of marketing to government agencies.

Cost: $85. Free for MBDA Clients. Contact us to learn how to to receive your special discount code through Washington MBDA Business Center and start learning today!

Advanced Teaming Strategies to Accelerate Small Business Government Revenue (2024 Update)
April 9, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM PDT
Join us for an insightful webinar focused on advanced teaming strategies to propel your business growth in the government sector. Explore techniques to avoid pitfalls, capitalize on partnership opportunities, and differentiate your business for success in government contracting. Elevate your strategic approach and unlock new possibilities for business expansion.

Cost: $85. Free for MBDA Clients. Contact us to learn how to to receive your special discount code through Washington MBDA Business Center and start learning today!

Breaking Down Government Solicitations (2024 Update)
April 11, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM PDT
This informative webinar will enhance your understanding of government solicitations and improve your proposal-writing skills. You’ll learn essential solicitation terminology, discover various solicitation formats, and explore effective strategies for capturing critical keywords to ensure your proposals meet the criteria for responsiveness and compliance.

Cost: $85. Free for MBDA Clients. Contact us to learn how to to receive your special discount code through Washington MBDA Business Center and start learning today!

Creating a Capture Plan for a Small Business in the Government Marketplace (2024 Update)
April 16, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM PDT
Join our webinar to discover how small businesses can leverage capture planning to enhance their prospects of winning government contracts. You’ll gain insights into developing winning strategies and receive practical tools to support your capture planning efforts.

Cost: $85. Free for MBDA Clients. Contact us to learn how to to receive your special discount code through Washington MBDA Business Center and start learning today!

Submitting Compliant Offers to Government Agencies (2024 Update)
April 18, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM PDT
Join our introductory webinar to learn how to submit “compliant offers” to government agencies. Explore the nuances of quotes, bids, and proposals, understand the bid/no-bid decision process, and discover additional advanced training resources on govology.com. The universal tips in this webinar apply to government agencies at all levels – federal, state, and local.

Cost: $85. Free for MBDA Clients. Contact us to learn how to to receive your special discount code through Washington MBDA Business Center and start learning today!

Past Performance: A Critical Factor For Success in the Government Marketplace (2024 Update)
April 25, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM PDT
Past performance management is critical to the success of government contractors. In this webinar, led by government contracts attorneys Nicole Pottroff and Greg Weber, participants will learn about defining past performance, key regulations, the influence of dollar thresholds on past performance, federal assessment systems, and tools to improve past performance management.

Cost: $85. Free for MBDA Clients. Contact us to learn how to to receive your special discount code through Washington MBDA Business Center and start learning today!

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Organizational Event Calendars

For your convenience, we have compiled a list of agencies offering small business training and development opportunities. Please explore the sites below to see upcoming events:

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