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Alliance Northwest is quickly approaching on March 10th. These prep classes are available to help you understand how to use the event platform, prepare to make the most out of the event and get your questions asked. *Additional suggested classes
 
3/3/2022   10:00 AM -11:00 AM   Join us for an open discussion and live demo of the event platform for Alliance Northwest 2022.
3/8/2022   8:00 AM - 10:00 AM    This is your final opportunity to have PTAC review your elevator speech and capability statements before Alliance NW  
Upcoming Events
3/1/2022   5:00 PM - 7:30 PM   
The USDA Forest Service West Zone (WZ) Equipment & Service Branch (ESB) comprised of Regions 3, 5, and 6 (map link below) will host three (3) virtual Fire Vendor Outreach Sessions (FVOS) utilizing the Microsoft Teams platform.

3/2/2022   8:00 AM - 10:00 AM   
Got contracting questions? We have answers!    

3/3/2022   10:30 AM - 12:00 PM   
The orientations will provide a learning opportunity to assist in navigating potential business prospects at the University and with other state agencies, as well as educational and other resources to assist businesses. 

3/4/2022   12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    
Friday Follow-up is an open forum, round table for businesses to get answers from your local PTAC counselor and SBDC Advisor. Bring your questions regarding government contracting and learn from knowledgeable Small Business Experts. Our main focus is to share knowledge on growing your business.

3/8/2022   9:00 am - 11:00 am    
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers – Seattle District is hosting an Industry Day on March 08, 2022, at the Howard A. Hanson Dam, located in Ravensdale, WA. The intent of the Industry Day is to provide more information on an upcoming requirement for Howard Hanson Dam Emergency Closure System Rehabilitation.   

3/9/2022   3:30 PM - 4:30 PM       

3/14/2022   12:00 PM - 1:00 PM   
Government Contracting 101 will help you discover tools and information that can help you determine who in state and local government buys what you sell, how they buy it, and how you can prepare your firm to succeed in the public marketplace.

3/16/2022   11:00 AM - 11:30 AM PST   
To provide small businesses with a direct line to SBA 8(a) BD employees who can answer questions and provide information relative to 8(a) Business Development Program’s benefits and eligibility requirements for 8(a) certification. To provide small businesses with a direct line to SBA 8(a) BD employees who can answer questions and provide information relative to 8(a) Business Development Program’s benefits and eligibility requirements for 8(a) certification. 

3/17/2022   9:00 AM - 10:00 AM   The SE WA PTAC/SBDC Business Roundtable is an open forum discussion where you can learn from PTAC about government contracting, and from Business Advisors with the Small Business Development Center about how to grow your business. 
  
3/24/2022   7:00 AM- 4:30 PM with reception to follow   
Besides the opportunity to earn 6 continuing education credits, the Summit is an amazing opportunity for you and your team to learn together about new trends in construction. During breaks and meals you can share ideas and network with other locally focused businesspeople. In addition to keynotes and speakers, the Summit features a Supplier Expo where you can connect with leading suppliers to your industry.   

3/25/2022   10:00 AM - 11:00 AM   
This class is for small business owners who are brand new to government procurement. This class will lay the ground work for you to decide if government contracting should be in your future.
   
3/30/2022   10:00 AM - 11:30 AM   
Wednesday with the Deputy for Small Business is an opportunity for Industry partners to learn about doing business with the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division, Keyport.  
  
4/1/2022   12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    
Friday Follow-up is an open forum, round table for businesses to get answers from your local PTAC counselor and SBDC Advisor. Bring your questions regarding government contracting and learn from knowledgeable Small Business Experts. Our main focus is to share resources for growing your business.  
 
4/1/2022   10:00 AM - 11:30 AM   
Would you like to know how to use Snohomish County's procurement database to its fullest? If the answer is YES, this session on April 1 is for you. There will be two subject matter experts leading this session and will be available to take all of your questions during this session. Bring your questions and be ready to learn as much as you can about Snohomish County's procurement practices. 

4/7/2022   10:30 AM - 12:00 PM   
The orientations will provide a learning opportunity to assist in navigating potential business prospects at the University and with other state agencies, as well as educational and other resources to assist businesses. 

4/11/2022   8:00 AM - 5:00 PM   
Washington based firms may be eligible for a $1,000 attendee discount from Washington State Department of Commerce.

Govology classes, live and on demand, are Free for Washington PTAC clients – contact your PTAC counselor for access. Click here for the list of Govology live classes.

Recorded webinars available
PTAC provides technical assistance to help Washington businesses successfully compete in the government marketplace. A program of the Thurston Economic Development Council, in partnership with the following subcenters: