Advice From Our Experts
8 Key Factors in Deciding to Submit a Proposal

Starting to submit government contracting proposals can be very daunting. Fear can arise when you are uncertain, which in turn makes you question your capabilities and the value of your business. You have to learn when to say “Yes, this is in our alley let’s go for it” or “No, this is not worth our time and effort". Here are 8 factors we would consider.
Featured Events
An Introductory ï»żWebinar
How to Do Business With
the Government

Thursday, June 8th, 2023
10 AM - 11 AM PT
Webinar
FREE
Did you know government agencies purchase almost everything - from custodial, construction, and IT, to pencils, pet food, and even goats for grazing?

Join our Procurement Specialist Thomas Burns to discover the opportunities and requirements of doing business with the government, including cities, counties, transportation agencies, education districts, states, and the federal government.
Webinar Topics Covered:
  • What is the Norcal APEX Accelerator/ PTAC Program?
  • What is government contracting?
  • How to determine if selling to the government is right for you
  • How to get started
  • Marketing to the government
  • Where to find bid opportunities
  • Steps for Success​
[In-Person] Contracting With California State Government

Thursday, June 22nd, 2023
10 AM - 12 PM PT
Eureka, CA
FREE

Eureka Women's Club
1531 J St, Eureka, CA 95501
Last year the state of California spent more than $10 billion on goods and services, including more than $2 billion with small businesses. We want to help you get a piece of that pie!

This workshop will expand your understanding of the state contracting process and help improve the success of your certified Small Business or Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise in contracting with California state government.
Workshop Topics Covered:
  • Overview of acquisition methods
  • Contracts exempt from advertising
  • Leveraged Procurement Agreements
  • Procurement methods
  • Common mistakes and tips
  • Commercially Useful Function
  • Resources
  • Multiple Q&As
Norcal Federal Small Business Professionals Panel

Thursday, June 29th, 2023
10 AM - 11:30 AM PT
Webinar
FREE
Federal agencies purchase over $500 billion in goods and services each year and 23% of all prime contracts are designated for small business.

In this webinar, a panel of Federal Agencies in Northern California will provide an overview of their agencies, what they buy, where they solicit, their agency's small business spending goals and achievements, where to find each agency’s procurement forecast of opportunities, and agency specific programs (i.e. VA’s Vet’s First Program, etc.)
Webinar Topics Covered:
  • Overview of the agencies
  • What these agencies buy
  • Where to find solicitations
  • Small business spending goals
  • Spending goal achievements
  • Finding procurement forecasts
  • Agency specific programs
Partner Events
Port of Oakland Local Business Certification & Turner Prequalification
In Person - Oakland, CA.
Tues, 06/13 2 p.m. | more>>

DBE/ ACDBE Certification Workshop -
Getting Started
Virtual
Thu, 06/22 10 a.m. | more>>
DBE/ ACDBE Certification Workshop -
Hands-On Certification
In-Person - Oakland, CA.
Thu, 06/29 10 a.m. | more>>

Collaborating with DEFENSEWERX: Innovation Hubs
Virtual
Wed, 07/12 10 a.m. | more>>
Govology is an expansive library of live and on-demand webinars to help businesses compete in the government marketplace. Norcal APEX Accelerator/PTAC Clients can access these webinars for FREE with our discount code. ï»żApply to be a client today, contact your Procurement Specialist, or reach out to us at info@norcalptac.org or 707.267.7561 for more information.
Bid Opportunities
Humboldt and Mendocino
Telegraph Creek Road Storm Damage Repair
Issuer: Humboldt County
Closing Date: 06/13/23 | more>>

Learning Disability Evaluations
Issuer: Mendocino County
Closing Date: 06/16/23 | more>>

Substance Use Services
Issuer: Mendocino County
Closing Date: 06/19/23 | more>>

Psychological Evaluations
Issuer: Mendocino County
Closing Date: 06/21/23 | more>>

WIOA Youth Services
Issuer: Humboldt County
Closing Date: 07/21/23 | more>>

Shasta, Trinity, Siskiyou, Del Norte
Security Alarm, Surveillance, and Fire Panel System Monitoring, Maintenance, and Service
Issuer: Shasta County
Closing Date: 06/09/23 | more>>

Real Estate Agent Services
Issuer: Siskiyou County
Closing Date: 06/13/23 | more>>

Enterprise Resource Planning Solution
Issuer: Del Norte County
Closing Date: 06/16/23 | more>>

Re-Roofing at Lake Siskiyou Campground
Issuer: Siskiyou County
Closing Date: 07/13/23 | more>>
Bay Area
Orthopedic Implant Products and Total Joints
Issuer: Santa Clara County
Closing Date: 06/14/23 | more>>

Professional Design, Engineering, and Consulting Services
Issuer: San Francisco County & City
Closing Date: 06/15/23 | more>>

Continuity of Operations Plan (COOP)
Issuer: Napa County
Closing Date: 06/15/23 | more>>

Novato Creek Maintenance Sediment Removal Design
Issuer: Marin County
Closing Date: 06/22/23 | more>>

Misc. Metals/ Steel
Issuer: San Francisco County & City
Closing Date: 06/22/23 | more>>

Professional Audiology Services & Education
Issuer: San Mateo County
Closing Date: 06/26/23 | more>>

Pharmacy Benefit Management Services
Issuer: Alameda County
Closing Date: 06/26/23 | more>>

Monte Rio Redwoods Shaded Fuel Break
Issuer: Sonoma County
Closing Date: 06/30/23 | more>>
ï»żFor personalized bid opportunities, reach out to your Procurement Specialist or apply for services
Norcal APEX Accelerator/PTAC helps small businesses find, bid on, and win contracts with federal, state, local, and tribal agencies. All of our services are free and include one-on-one coaching, webinars, bid matching, and more!
Meet Our Team
This APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense.
Norcal APEX Accelerator/PTAC is funded in part through a grant with the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development.