Kitsap - Inclusive, Thriving and Innovative

Kitsap offers exceptional quality of life plus all the benefits of the Seattle region without the gridlock and high prices. This is the place - economic vitality for all. In one spectacular place.

Just west of Seattle, where the economic boom shows no sign of abating, we are a quick ferry ride to the city—but comfortably separated from the crowded highways, dense urban environment, and housing beyond the reach of most. Kitsap residents and visitors enjoy nearly 300 miles of scenic saltwater coastline, friendly communities, ready access to transportation for individuals and commerce, a county-wide, high-speed fiber optic backbone, and more. A small-town sense of community combined with a big-city sense for business give Kitsap a distinct personality that’s nothing short of irresistible. Click here for more>>

Key Industries: Defense, Maritime, Advanced Manufacturing, Healthcare, Tourism, and Technology

Most dense concentration of engineering talent in the Seattle region
3400+ industrial-zoned acres with airport
Multi-mode access to markets
Vibrant & growing startup ecosystem

Upcoming Events

Solicitation Review: Go or No-Go Decisions - 2 Class Virtual Training

April 9 • 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Decisions, decisions… There are many things to consider in whether to go after an award for a contract or not. This workshop will provide tools to conduct a solicitation review to make a "GO" or "NO-GO" decision.SIGN UP NOWYou will be guided by a former federal contracting officer who has issued hundreds of solicitations and knows first-hand NOT all solicitations are a fit for ALL contractors.You...

PRIME CONNECT - Government Contracting

April 10 • 8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Prime Connect is a structured matchmaking event for Primes and Subcontractors to connect on future projects. April Guests: Absher Construction and Hoffman Construction CompanyYou will hear from one or more prime contractors who will give a brief presentation of the work they have coming in the near future, they will also list the NAICS codes for the contracts that they need filled. In additon, subcontractors will...

Lunchtime Lightning Talk: Your Bookkeeper Called

April 16 • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM • Vibe Coworks • 19225 8th Ave NE Suite 201 • Poulsbo, WA 98370

Vibe Coworks

Join fellow Matchstick Lab Microbusiness Accelerator Founders and members of the general public for monthly lunchtime lightning talks guaranteed to spark new ideas, conversations and collaborations.BYO lunch and arrive at 11:30 for conversation and networking. Lightning talks begin at 12pm and end promptly at 1pm. Advanced RSVP is requested but not required.AGENDA1 1:30 - 12pm Mix, mingle and network1 2 - 12:30pm Lighting Talks x...

Federal Contracting Lexicon - Online

April 17 • 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Understanding and speaking the correct contracting language is very important to avoid miscommunications and frustration.April 17th 3-:4:30 PMSIGN UP NOWIn this class you will learn correct terms and their meaning, so conversations are more meaningful, shortened and unambiguous. Talk the lingo so both parties understand what you are saying. Build your contracting vocabulary.Join us as we take you through the language of federal contracting. You’ll...

Steps Leading to a Federal Contract

April 24 • 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM

The federal government's process to award a contract is like nothing you've experienced before.SIGN UP NOWThere are multiple steps to complete, in order to compete and be awarded a federal contract.You will learn:Each required step to complete for a federal contract Efficiency Tips and Tricks How to get solicitations as soon as they are posted on sam.govTwo extra bonus topics regarding post award (debriefs & contractor performance...