Government Contracting –Washington APEX Accelerator

350%20x%20120%20APEX_logo_hrz_color_ptac_800x275Government contracting is big business and presents real opportunity for small businesses to sell to the government. KEDA's can help you navigate the government-contracting marketplace.

 

KEDA’s Washington APEX ACCELERATOR, (formerly Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC),  is part of the Washington APEX Accelerator whose mission is to increase the number of government contracts awarded to Washington firms so that those firms can grow. We provide no cost, confidential, one-on-one technical assistance in all aspects of selling to federal, state, and local governments regulations, certifications, marketing and proposal review.  WA APEX also assists agencies, departments and primes in their efforts to comply with federal and state procurement diversity and subcontracting goals. KEDA's APEX Accelerator service area covers 5 counties: Kitsap, Clallam, Jefferson and North Mason.

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With the help of WA APEX Accelerator, Washington State companies are awarded $300 million in government contracts each year. When you become a client  you gain access to experienced counselors who can help you navigate the maze of government contracting. Our services are free as are most of our events and workshops.

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*Washington APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement from the Department of Defense (DOD). The content of any written materials or verbal communications of the PTAC does not necessarily reflect the official views or imply endorsement by DOD.

 

Click here to sign up as a APEX Accelerator client

 

Washington APEX Accelerator Provides No-Cost Assistance:

  • Assistance with government registrations and certifications
  • Interpretation of solicitations
  • Proposal review
  • Marketing assistance to help determine key markets
  • Specifications, standards and drawings
  • All other areas of selling to the government (Federal, State, and local)
  • Classes and workshops

Government Contracting Resources & Guides

The government space is very large. State and federal governments as well as local governments such as cites, counties, ports and other taxing districts seek vendors. Understanding how these different entities operate is the first step to learning how you can sell your products or services to them. 

KITSAP 2023 CLASS SCHEDULE


KEDA's APEX ACCELERATOR TEAM

Mary Jo Juarez
Business Counselor
 juarez@kitsapeda.org

Mona Carlson
Contract Specialist, PTAC Volunteer

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Terry Homburg
Business Counselor
homburg@kitsapeda.org

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James Davis
Program Manager davis@kitsapeda.org

 

Mary Jo Juarez

Kitsap APEX ACCELERATOR Business Counselor

Mary Jo Juarez has over 30 years’ experience in government contracting; most recently working as a Navy Deputy for Small Business, helping the Navy meet their small business goals and educating small business firms in obtaining certifications, marketing, and opportunities with the federal government. Once you have registered as a Washington APEX Accelerator client, Mary Jo will be honored to assist you. 

 

Terry Homburg

Kitsap APEX ACCELERATOR Business Counselor

Terry Homburg is a retired Department of Defense Contracting Officer with 29 years of procurement experience in services, construction, supply, and architect-engineering contracts in both pre-award and post-award. He has held all the local positions in the Government-wide Purchase Card program, AKA VISA/Master Card purchases and payments. Over half of his career was overseas in Japan, Cuba, and Italy. Terry provides expert level training and guidance on the DoD’s requirements for cybersecurity.


KEDA’s monthly Coffee Hour offers help in complex world of government contracting

First Wednesday of every month, 8-10am

Contracting with the federal government is a vastly different, and generally more complex, experience than vendors and service providers generally encounter when contracting with private business organizations.  Ironically, the extensive regulations and policies that can make this process so cumbersome to small businesses were actually established to benefit, guide, and protect them.

On Demand Learning Opportunities

View previous KEDA training events by visiting our YouTube channel. Additionally, Washington PTAC's YouTube Channel offers many webinars and workshops designed to help you navigate the government procurement process. Check out these playlists: 

 

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Upcoming Kitsap PTAC training events:

Click here for complete list of Kitsap PTAC workshops & classes. (Visit the Washington PTAC site for a complete list of upcoming workshops and events throughout the state.)

Presented at no charge by your Kitsap PTAC. Registration is required. Contact 360.377.9499 for additional information. 

October

★ Contracting Coffee Hour

October 04 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Drop in for Help via Zoom  with Your Government Contracting Questions! KEDA hosts a monthly Contracting Coffee Hour – an open forum for businesses with questions about contracting with...

★ PSNS & IMF Industry Day

October 05 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Naval Undersea Museum I Gartnett Way Keyport, WA 98345

PSNS & IMF Industry Day   Thu, Oct 5, 2023 at 10:00 AM Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF) is hosting an Industry Day October 5, 2023, at...

★ Steps Leading to a Federal Contract

October 11 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM

The federal government's process to award a contract is like nothing you've experienced before. There are multiple steps to complete, in order to compete and be awarded a federal...

★ City of Bremerton Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Plan Public Input Sessions

October 16 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Online

You are invited! Help Shape First-Ever Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Plan for the City of BremertonToday, Mayor Wheeler announced that the City is inviting members of the public to participate...

★ Wage Determination - Service Contract Act or Davis Bacon Act (in person)

October 18 3:00 AM - 4:30 PM Kitsap Regional Library Silverdale Branch Kitsap Regional Library Silverdale Branch Silverdale, WA 98383

How does the Service Contract Act (SCA) or Davis Bacon Act (DBA) apply to me? When do I need to pay attention to the labor acts?  You will...

★ City of Bremerton Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Plan Public Input Sessions

October 23 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM Online

You are invited! Help Shape First-Ever Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Plan for the City of BremertonToday, Mayor Wheeler announced that the City is inviting members of the public to participate...

★ Wednesday with the Deputy (for small business) NUWC and PSNS/IMF

October 25 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Point of Contact: David Walz (360) 315-6791 Register Online:  https://washingtonptac.ecenterdirect.com/events Program Format: Online Meeting (Live) Training Topics: Government Contracting Wednesday with the Deputy for Small Business is an opportunity for...

★ BIPOC Business Forum

October 25 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Marvin Williams Center 725 Park Ave Bremerton, WA

Plan now to join us October 25th for an evening focused on your financial well being!  REGISTER NOW        Featured speaker: Jenefeness Franke, MBAAward-Winning Coach, Visionary, Educator, Author, Entrepreneur and Speaker, Jenefeness Franke...

November

★ Contracting Coffee Hour

November 01 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Drop in for Help via Zoom  with Your Government Contracting Questions! KEDA hosts a monthly Contracting Coffee Hour – an open forum for businesses with questions about contracting with...

★ Cost and Price Proposal Preparation (in person)

November 08 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Kitsap Regional Library Silverdale Branch 3650 NW Anderson Hill Rd, Suite 100 Silverdale, WA 98383

Our session focuses on the key components to prepare a cost and price proposal for government contracting opportunities.   You’ll learn about: Direct costs Indirect costs Profit Taxes...

★ Cost and Price Proposal Preparation (Virtual)

November 15 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Kitsap Regional Library Silverdale Branch Kitsap Regional Library Silverdale Branch Silverdale, WA 98383

Our session focuses on the key components to prepare a cost and price proposal for government contracting opportunities.   You’ll learn about: Direct costs Indirect costs Profit Taxes...

★ Wednesday with the Deputy (for small business) NUWC and PSNS/IMF

November 29 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Point of Contact: David Walz (360) 315-6791 Register Online:  https://washingtonptac.ecenterdirect.com/events Program Format: Online Meeting (Live) Training Topics: Government Contracting Wednesday with the Deputy for Small Business is an opportunity for...

December

★ DoD Cybersecurity Requirements (Live event)

December 13 3:00 AM - 5:00 PM Kitsap Regional Library - Silverdale Branch 3650 NW Anderson Hill Road Silverdale, WA 98383

T We hear a lot these days about cyber security and the federal government has placed a huge emphasis on this area. You’ll learn the current requirements of:...

★ Wednesday with the Deputy (for small business) NUWC and PSNS/IMF

December 20 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Point of Contact: David Walz (360) 315-6791 Register Online:  https://washingtonptac.ecenterdirect.com/events Program Format: Online Meeting (Live) Training Topics: Government Contracting Wednesday with the Deputy for Small Business is an opportunity for...

January 2024

★ Getting Paid with DoD's Wide Area Workflow (WAWF) System (live event)

January 17, 2024 3:00 AM - 4:30 PM Kitsap Regional Library - Silverdale Branch 3650 NW Anderson Hill Road Silverdale, WA 98383

T Avoid payment delays and get paid promptly on your Department of Defense contracts. Learns the ins and outs of registering and using DoD's online payment system, Wide...