Get Started with Government Contracting
Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019
Time:
Cost: $0
Event Contact
Marcia StevensEmail: marcia.stevens@wichita.eduPhone: 316-978-3193
Website: Learn more about Get Started with Government Contracting
The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides several programs to help small businesses win federal contracts. If you qualify, you are eligible to compete for the program’s set-aside contracts.
Teri Taylor with the SBA will offer an overview of qualifications, benefits, application processes, and requirements for these programs.
Attend one or all of these free workshops to find out if government contracting is right for you.
9-10 a.m. - HUBZone
If your principle office is located in an historically underutilized business zone, you might qualify for this program.
10:30-11:30 a.m. - Woman-Owned Small Business Set-Asides
If your business is at least 51% owned and controlled by women who are U.S. citizens, you might qualify for this program.
1-2 p.m. - Is the 8(a) Program Right for You?
The 8(a) program is a nine-year certification opportunity offering assistance to firms owned and controlled at least 51% by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals.
3-4 p.m. - All Small Mentor-Protege Program
This program helps proteges improve their ability to compete for government contracts and helps mentors gain increased assess to federal contracts.