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Event Resources - 2024 BIPOC Business Forum: Grow with Government Contracting

Wednesday, May 22, 2024

The 2024 BIPOC Business Forum is in the books!Thank you to all of the business owners and subject matter experts who participated in the 2024 BIPOC Business Forum: Grow with Government Contracting. The event provided important information and insights on how to do business with the government.Presentations included:Terry Homburg, KEDA APEX Accelerator business counselor, who provided Introduction to Government ContractingAnastassia Hunte Gardner, Research & Outreach Program Specialist, Procurement, Inclusion and Equity (PIE) program, Washington Dept of Enterprise Services, an overview of doing business with Washington StateTennille Johnson, Director of Business Diversity and Inclusion, Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises shared...

Seizing Opportunities: KEDA Government Contracting Specialists Prepare Kitsap Businesses for Federal Investments

Wednesday, March 06, 2024

PSNS & IMF is one of four naval shipyards to benefit from once-in-a-century investment - KEDA APEX positions Kitsap businesses to benefit! As the landscape of government contracting expands, Kitsap County finds itself on the brink of a transformative period, poised to capitalize on the influx of billions of dollars in federal investments earmarked for the Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF) in Bremerton. This unprecedented opportunity presents a moment for local businesses to diversify revenue streams and expand their customer base. KEDA's team of specialists stands ready to guide them through the complex world of...

Prepare for Success: Tips for Government Contracting Businesses Ahead of Alliance Northwest Conference

Monday, February 12, 2024

Are you a business engaged in government contracting? Circle March 14th on your calendars because Alliance Northwest, the largest business-to-government conference in the Pacific Northwest, is just around the corner! Now at the Tacoma Convention Center, this event is the ultimate opportunity to connect with prime contractors and government agencies, and for small businesses to come together for a day dedicated to relationship building and networking.As you consider how to maximize your Alliance experience, it's imperative to reassess your government business registrations and marketing strategies. Here are key recommendations to position your business for success:UPDATE YOUR REGISTRATIONSSystem for Award Management...

RFI - Navy seeking info on available properties to lease relative to Naval Base Kitsap SIOP

Monday, October 30, 2023

The Department of the Navy is considering leasing several properties within approximately forty miles of Bremerton: Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command Northwest, in support of the Department of the Navy (“DON” or “Government”), is seeking information on available properties that can be made available to meet several requirements. The DON is also open to proposed solutions or alternative project ideas to meet the current real estate needs. Responders are encouraged to complete and submit a response to this Request for Interest (“RFI”) in support of their proposed facility, land, project renovation, redevelopment, and/or other ideas/concepts no later than November 24, 2023...

What to do during a Federal Government Shutdown

Monday, October 02, 2023

Washington APEX will be hosting a client-based zoom meeting to review concrete steps government contractors should take to minimize potential disruptions and financial hardships in the event of a Federal Government Shutdown. This meeting will go over some key points and concerns about small business contractors who are dealing with a federal government shutdown.Wednesday, October 4th 12:00 - 1:30pmThis event will be recorded and made available for those who are not able to attend. If you want a copy of this recording please reach out to Leslie Miller leslie@thurstonedc.com to get on the list. REGISTER NOWImpact on Government ContractorsEach contractor's situation...

PSNS & IMF shares its long-range contracting plan for the upcoming fiscal years, and presents networking opportunities with prime contractors

Monday, September 11, 2023

There is an upcoming PSNS & IMF Industry Day taking place on October 5,2023, 10am -2:00pm at the Naval Undersea Museum in Keyport Puget Sound Naval Shipyard & Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF) is hosting an Industry Day October 5, 2023, at the Naval Undersea Museum in Keyport, WA. Industry Day will provide Government Industry Partners with the opportunity to learn more about PSNS & IMF, what mission the command supports, and areas where industry can contribute. PSNS & IMF leadership will provide an overview of the organization and long-term procurement projections, along with acquisition strategies, and an opportunity to...

Event slides -Kitsap Industrial Readiness Summit - Learn about SIOP work coming to Naval Base Kitsap

Tuesday, August 08, 2023

Navy leaders, elected officials, community stakeholders and business owners gathered to learn about SIOP (Shipyard Infrastructure Optimization Program), the Navy's massive investment to construct and recapitalize dry docks, recapitalize and reconfigure infrastructure, and modernize industrial plant equipment. Reposted with permission: Kitsap Sun by Peiyu Lin BREMERTON — The construction of the Navy's new multi-mission dry dock at PSNS & IMF — the first dry dock that will be capable of docking the nation's newest Ford-class aircraft carriers — could start as early as Fiscal Year 2026, it was announced at a meeting this week. Currently, 15% of the new dock's design is complete, but...

Port of Seattle - Advance PortGen Training Announcement

Friday, July 14, 2023

Please join Washington PTAC and the Port of Seattle for the 2023 Advanced PortGen virtual training series. We’ll kick off the 5 week training series Tuesday September 12th. All sessions are Tuesday afternoons from 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Below are the registration links for each session: September 12 - Government Contracting September 19 - Business Development September 26 - Prevailing Wage Compliance October 3 - Bonding and Insurance October 10 - Financial Considerations October 17 - Resource Fair If you are new to working with the Port of Seattle and you’d like to prepare for the first...

Washington PTAC May Newsletter

Monday, May 08, 2023

Washington PTAC's May newsletter is here! Here are some highlights: The SBA’s Historically Underutilized Business Zone (HUBZone) Map is changing July 1. Preview the new map here and contact your PTAC about questions related to future eligibility in this program. Also, check out these HUBzone workshops coming up May 17 for existing certified firms and July 20 for those interested in applying to access the $14 billion in HUBZone contracts each year. Some federal contractors and subcontractors must certify annually they are in compliance with Affirmative Action Programs. Click here to learn more. The site features the...

Biz Opps: City of Bremerton issues RFP for Diversity Equity and Inclusion Consultant

Monday, April 10, 2023

The City of Bremerton is seeking professional services from qualified contractors for the purpose of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) consulting services beginning in June 2023. The City’s needs are outlined in the request for proposal (RFP). Proposals due by May 1, 2023 Proposed actions and basis for the request for proposal: The City expects the following to be included in the Scope of Work and proposed budget: Stakeholder Engagement (Internal and External); Strategic Planning; Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Position; and Race Equity Advisory Commission. Stakeholder Engagement (Internal and External) The goal is to ensure that all stakeholders have...

SBA Seattle District Launches New Readiness Training April 12 to Illuminate Pathway to Federal Small Business Certification

Thursday, April 06, 2023

Part of SBA Focus to Expand Equitable Access to Government Contracting Opportunities for Small Businesses in Collaboration with Local Government, Support Organizations Register Now SEATTLE – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Seattle District – which serves Washington state and northern Idaho – will launch a new readiness training April 12 to connect local small business with opportunities to grow their business through contracts with the federal government. The new training is part of the agency’s priority to advance equity in contracting. In recent months, the SBA Seattle District is strengthening partnerships with federal and local agencies...

Biz Opps: Reservoir 8 - Interior Coating Replacement - Bremerton

Thursday, March 23, 2023

The Work includes all labor, equipment, and materials necessary to recoat the entire interior of a 2.54-million-gallon steel welded, above ground potable water reservoir. Reservoir dimensions are 81-feet diameter and 66.5-feet height. Reservoir 8 is located at 7300 Werner Rd in Bremerton. Access to the site is from a gated paved access road off of Werner Road, and then gravel access road to facility gate. The Work includes setting up and maintaining scaffolding and a environmental control system, cutting a door panel if needed, rewelding and coating the door panel, abrasive blasting to near white metal (SSPC-SP 10), recoating all...

Small, disadvantaged businesses take note: SBA offering training series on 8(a) program

Monday, March 13, 2023

Have you been in business for at least two years? Are you ready to grow your small business? Are you interested in contracting opportunities with the Federal government? April 12, 9-11am PDT - online The federal government aims to award 13 percent of all federal contracting dollars (15% by 2025) to certified small, disadvantaged businesses. You may be wondering, what are the benefits of 8(a) certification? By getting certified as an 8(a) small business, you may compete and receive set-aside and sole-source federal contracts, receive one-on-one business development assistance, connect with procurement and compliance experts who understand...

2023 Training for government contracting schedule

Monday, February 27, 2023

Government contracting is big business and presents a real opportunity for small businesses to sell to the government! In Kitsap County, we live in a land of government contracting opportunities. Naval Base Kitsap is the third largest U.S. Navy installation in the United States contributing $4.0 billion to the regional economy annually and generated neraly $50M in contracts during 2021. Many opportunities exist beyond NBK; Joint Base Lewis-McChord, the Veterans Administration, GSA, NOAA, Army Corps of Engineers, Coast Guard, Kitsap County, local cities, and other jurisdictions all offer contracting opportunities. KEDA is a Washington PTAC Subcenter whose experienced counselors can help you...

Federal Funding Virtual Workshop with Rep. Derek Kilmer & SBA

Friday, February 10, 2023

Rep. Kilmer and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) are inviting local small business owners to participate in a virtual federal funding workshop Wednesday February 22nd, 2023 11:30AM to 12:30PM Pacific Time. Topics: Small business funding for small businesses, particularly those owned by members of the BIPOC, Women, Veteran and rural communities. Please RSVP to emma.abraham@mail.house.gov Virtual link: Will be sent out to RSVPs prior to event. The virtual workshop will cover SBA funding opportunities including: The 8(a) Business Development program for small disadvantaged businesses; The HUBZone program for small businesses in urban...

PTACs are now APEX Accelerators - plus more government contracting news

Thursday, January 12, 2023

Washington PTAC, an APEX Accelerator Your local PTAC is part of a nationwide network of 90+ PTAC’s all funded, in part, by the US Department of Defense. Recently, the program shifted administration from Defense Logistics Agency to the Office of Small Business Programs and with that shift came a new name of APEX Accelerator. Washington PTAC, an APEX Accelerator, will continue to provide no-cost procurement technical assistance to firms throughout Washington State who are interested in selling to federal, state, or local government agencies and primes. National Defense Authorization Act was passed last month. The legislation...

Alliance Northwest - Early Bird Attendee Discount in Effect until Jan 15

Thursday, December 15, 2022

THURSDAY, MARCH 16, 2023 In-person event held at the Greater Tacoma Convention Center supported by SWAPCARD virtual Platform For over 30 years, Alliance Northwest has been one of the largest business-to-government events in the Northwest, featuring subject matter experts and opportunities to connect buyers and sellers in the public marketplace. The event is back IN PERSON this year and moving to the Greater Tacoma Convention Center! We are also keeping a virtual component to give even more resources and access to enhance the business-to-government interaction. EARLY BIRD ATTENDEE DISCOUNT IS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1/15/2023 Select the...

Biz Opps: WA State RFP - Electric Vehicle Council - Transportation Electrification Strategy Development

Tuesday, November 01, 2022

Commerce is soliciting proposals for a project to develop a statewide transportation electrification strategy on behalf of the Interagency Electric Vehicle Coordinating Council (EV Council) to ensure market and infrastructure readiness for all new vehicle sales. In March 2022, Governor Jay Inslee signed the Move Ahead Washington transportation package (ESSB 5974) into law. The legislation created the new EV Council to align the state’s transportation electrification efforts. The EV Council is composed of 10 state agency representatives and is co-chaired by Commerce and the Washington State Department of Transportation. Proposals are due by 5 p.m. Monday,...

Biz Opps: COBI RFQ Fleet Electrification Strategy

Thursday, October 06, 2022

City of Bainbridge Island Request for Qualifications RFQ Fleet Electrification Strategy The City of Bainbridge Island is soliciting detailed statements of qualifications from consultant firms with experience in developing a comprehensive, system-wide assessment of electric vehicle needs for the City and to recommend a strategy for a multi-tiered vehicle purchase and replacement process, inclusive of the support facilities required. Submittals are due by 4:00 PM, October 24, 2022, Pacific Standard Time. For more information, and to view full Request for Qualifications, please visit: https://www.bainbridgewa.gov/bids.aspx?bidID=121 www.bainbridgewa.gov – Quick Links – Bid Postings Title VI Notice:...

Biz Opps: Market Research Services, WSU

Thursday, October 06, 2022

Title: Market Research Services Description: Market research services in support of new initiatives in online education, including degrees, certificates, and various non-credit continuing and corporate education programs. Customer Reference Number: CC0653-S220926 Close Date: Friday, October 21, 2022 Posting Organization: Washington State University Questions regarding this opportunity should be directed to the contact person listed in WEBS for this opportunity. To view the full details of this opportunity login now at: https://us-west-2.protection.sophos.com?d=wa.gov&u=aHR0cHM6Ly9wci13ZWJzLXZlbmRvci5kZXMud2EuZ292L1NlYXJjaF9CaWREZXRhaWxzLmFzcHg_SUQ9NDg3NzM=&p=m&i=NjMyOGM2MDVhYjE4NGUxNDU4MWE2OTQ0&t=c1B0ZlNDcFNpVlNwOWpDdXhXOEZnVmpyeGxvby9IWkxsVGdxZlJDMnMxdz0=&h=48bb09f008684af5a5da0caa4c6758c6 Once logged in, you should be taken directly to this solicitation. To view other solicitations, click on the "Search Opportunities" on the left...

Biz Opps: WA State RFP - Green Roof & Rooftop Agrivoltaic Potential assessment

Thursday, October 06, 2022

Request for Proposals: Green Roof and Rooftop Agrivoltaic Potential: Assessment for Washington The Washington State Department of Commerce is soliciting proposals from firms interested in participating in a project to explore the potential for “green roofs” in select Washington urban areas. Work will focus on new non-residential buildings over 10,000 square feet. Background The legislature appropriated funds to Commerce to conduct a cost-benefit analysis (CBA) on the use of green roof systems and agrivoltaics over the next 20 years. A green roof is a layer of contained vegetation which sits over a waterproofing system, installed on...

Washington PTAC - October P-Talk Newsletter

Thursday, October 06, 2022

Check out Washington PTAC's October Newsletter for news, events, and more! NEW “Digging Into Public Works” Training & Networking! The Digging into Public Works program is dedicated to delivering quality technical assistance to contractors and local government. The business training is focused on small and disadvantaged contractors wanting to learn more about public works contracting. If you are bidding state or local construction work, we invite you to join the virtual training series. Coupled with the training series are “meet the agency” events where all contractors – experienced and new – will get an opportunity to...

DARPA AI Competition Opportunity, Help the U.S. Supply Chain

Wednesday, August 31, 2022

The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is holding an AI for Critical Mineral Assessment Competition. This competition solicits innovative solutions for automatically extracting and georeferencing features from scanned or raster maps in support of the U.S. Geological Survey. Data from critical mineral assessments is vital to increasing domestic production of critical minerals and reducing our reliance on imports. The goal is to significantly speed up the assessment of the nation’s critical mineral resources by automating key steps in the process. The competition includes the following two, independent challenges: Map Georeferencing Challenge:...

Biz Opps: Numerous Capabilities Sought for NCMS Tech Showcase - PSNS & IMF

Tuesday, August 16, 2022

The Puget Sound Naval Shipyard and Intermediate Maintenance Facility (PSNS & IMF) seeks exhibitors with a number of maintenance and sustainment capabilities for its upcoming NCMS Technology Showcase, scheduled for September 14-15 at the Kitsap Conference Center in Bremerton, Washington. . Desired capabilities should fall into one of the following categories: Advanced/Additive Manufacturing Business IT and Analytics CBM+/Predictive Maintenance Coatings and Corrosion Prevention Energy, Environment, Health, and Safety Enhanced Inspection Facilities and Industrial Process Modernization Plate Tools (i.e., industry equivalents of eTWD, Execution Priorities, etc.) Project Management Desk ...

Small Business Committee Raises Concerns to SBA About Certification Speed, Category Management

Thursday, June 30, 2022

View original post on SmallGovCon - Government Contracts Law Blog Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives Small Business Committee held a hearing to discuss how the SBA will meet Small Business Contracting goals, and specifically how the SBA can meet its goals related to socioeconomic programs. The committee challenged the Office of Government Contracting & Business Development to show how they will help grow participation in SBA’s small business development programs, and small business participation in federal contracting as a whole. The Small Business Committee raised questions related to inflation, increasing socio-economic program participation, and SBA technology...

Plan now to attend the 2022 Regional Contracting Forum

Friday, June 17, 2022

Meet government contracting representatives and network with contractors, consultants, and suppliers all at one event. Connecting small businesses and contractors to state and local agencies, school districts, transportation agencies and various organizations REGISTER Wed, Sep 21, 2022, 8:00 AM PDT This is a FREE to attend event LEARN MORE Regional Contracting Forum attendees will have the opportunity to: Network and meet government and regional contracting representatives in the areas of contracting, architecture and engineering and procurement Get information on doing business with government Get...

Biz Opps: Aerial Imagery Study

Tuesday, May 24, 2022

Title: Aerial Imagery Study Description: The Washington State Department of Commerce is soliciting proposals from firms interested in conducting a study to determine state agencies, local governments, special purpose districts, and tribal governments’ needs for aerial imagery, estimate current total costs of individual jurisdictions’ purchases of aerial imagery, and estimate costs of a state-run aerial imagery program that individual jurisdictions can purchase aerial imagery from. Estimated Value: Customer Reference Number: RS-AITS-5242022 Close Date: Monday, June 20, 2022 Posting Organization: Commerce, Dept. of Questions regarding this...

Buy American Act Thresholds Are Going UP

Thursday, May 19, 2022

Shane McCallEquity Partner, Blog Editor, Koprince McCall Pottroff LLC 785-200-8919 Email As we’ve written about, it seems like there have been more changes to the Buy American Act and domestic preferences in the last few years than in decades before that. Recently, the FAR Council issued a final rule that spells out how the domestic content thresholds will increase over the next few years. This rule is effective October 25, 2022, so contractors need to be preparing for it now. Originally passed in 1933, the Buy American Act (BAA) supports the policy of federal...

Biz Opps: Application Deadline Extended - Applied AI Challenge apply by May 27

Wednesday, May 18, 2022

Deadline Extended: 5:00 pm EDT, May 27, 2022 The Applied AI Challenge is looking for innovative and promising AI solutions to fast-track the deployment of AI and related technologies in the federal government. Challenge finalists will pitch products to federal agencies and have an opportunity for follow-on awards. GSA invites startups and leading edge technology companies to submit a 3-page white paper demonstrating innovative and promising AI solutions to bolster federal operational capabilities.About the Applied AI Challenge Submission period: Extended! 5:00 pm EDT, May 27, 2022 Challenge type:Technology demonstration and hardware Total cash...

Biz Opps: NAVFAC Northwest 8(a) Small Business Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC) Regional Contract

Wednesday, May 18, 2022

NAVFAC Northwest 8(a) Small Business Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC) Regional Contract Notice ID: N44255-21-R-2001 DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF NAVY / NAVFAC NW Original Set Aside: 8(a) Set-Aside (FAR 19.8) Product Service Code: Y1JZ - CONSTRUCTION OF MISCELLANEOUS BUILDINGS NAICS Code: 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction View on PIEE View on SAM *** The Solicitation has been posted to the PIEE solicitation module on 5.4.2022. Due to system issue, it has not fed into SAM.gov. Please see attached “PIEE VENDOR ACCESS INSTRUCTIONS” in the solicitation to obtain access to the RFP in...

Biz Opps: NORTHWEST MULTIPLE AWARD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT (NW MACC)

Wednesday, May 18, 2022

NAVFAC Northwest Small Business Multiple Award Construction Contract (MACC) Regional Contract Notice ID: N4425521R4000 DEPT OF DEFENSE / DEPT OF NAVY / NAVFAC NW Original Set Aside: Partial Small Business Set-Aside (FAR 19.5) Product Service Code: Y1JZ - CONSTRUCTION OF MISCELLANEOUS BUILDINGS NAICS Code: 236220 - Commercial and Institutional Building Construction View on Sam.Gov INDEFINITE DELIVERY/INDEFINITE QUANTITY (IDIQ) MULTIPLE AWARD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT (MACC) FOR NEW CONSTRUCTION, RENOVATION, ALTERATION, DEMOLITION AND REPAIR WORK DONE BY DESIGN-BUILD OR BY DESIGN-BID-BUILD OF FACILITIES LOCATED PRIMARILY WITHIN THE NAVAL FACILITIES ENGINEERING SYSTEMS COMMAND (NAVFAC) NORTHWEST AREA OF RESPONSIBILITY INCLUDING WASHINGTON, OREGON,...

Biz Opps: DoD STTR 22.D Annual BAA Topic Open: USSOCOM Topic SOCOM22D-ST01

Tuesday, May 17, 2022

The Department of Defense announces the opening of the following Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) topic: USSOCOM SOCOM22D-ST01: “Phase I Open Call for Science and Technology (S&T) Innovation” Full topic descriptions and instructions are available on DSIP at https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/submissions/login and at https://rt.cto.mil/rtl-small-business-resources/sbir-sttr/. IMPORTANT DATES: • May 17, 2022: Topic opens, begin submitting proposals in DSIP • June 8, 2022: Topic Q&A closes to new questions at 12:00 p.m. ET • June 16, 2022: Topic closes, full proposals must be submitted in DSIP no later than 12:00 p.m. ET Topic Q&A Topic Q&A is...

Biz Opps: Two new 5G opportunities from S²MARTS are live!

Monday, May 16, 2022

Two RFS (Request for Solutions) Releases With a focus on 5G technology, the Government has released an RFS for both the Gray Summer and the Misty Night opportunities. Gray Summer Solutions Deadline: 13 June 2022 12:00 PM ET 5G Core Based Threat Identification and Warning S²MARTS Project No. 22-07 Misty Night Solutions Deadline: 13 June 2022 12:00 PM ET 5G Threat Assessment and Warning S²MARTS Project No. 22-08

Biz Opps: DoD SBIR 22.4 Annual BAA Topic Open DARPA HR0011SB20224-04, HR0011SB20224-05, HR0011SB20224-06

Wednesday, May 11, 2022

The Department of Defense announces the opening of the following Broad Agency Announcement (BAA) topics: DARPA • HR0011SB20224-04: “Innovative Fabrication Techniques for Millimeter-wave Linear Beam Vacuum Electron Devices” • HR0011SB20224-05: “Readout Integrated Circuit Development for 2-micron Cutoff Linear Mode Staircase Avalanche Photodiodes” • HR0011SB20224-06: “Hardening Aircraft Systems through Hardware (HASH)” Full topic descriptions and instructions are available on DSIP at https://www.dodsbirsttr.mil/submissions/login and at https://rt.cto.mil/rtl-small-business-resources/sbir-sttr/ IMPORTANT DATES: May 11, 2022: Topics open, begin submitting proposals in DSIP June 7, 2022: Topic Q&A closes to new questions at 12:00 p.m. ET June 14, 2022: Topics...

Biz Opps: Washington DES: IT Professional Services Re-Bid

Wednesday, May 11, 2022

IT PROFESSIONAL SERVICES Restructured master contract coming soon The Department of Enterprise Services (DES) is restructuring the IT professional services (ITPS) master contract to create a more consistent and efficient method of purchasing IT services that fully meets competitive procurement requirements and addresses major customer and vendor challenges with the current contract. What does this mean for vendors? DES is restructuring the ITPS contract and categories. As DES awards final contracts under the new model, the corresponding categories under Contract 08215 will no longer be available for new vendors. ITPS...

BIZ Opps: Hypersonics Testing Opportunity

Tuesday, May 10, 2022

Coming Soon Multi-Service Advanced Capability Hypersonics Test Bed (MACH-TB) Flight tests for hypersonic weapon systems are expensive, complex and require long-term planning. The traditional approach creates a growing backlog of technologies to form a hypersonic “valley of death”. A new approach is needed. ACCESS MACH-TB Questions? Email us at s2marts@nstxl.org For more information, visit s2marts.org

BIZ OPPS: NW MACC & 8(a) MACC Regional Contract NAVFAC NW PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE

Wednesday, May 04, 2022

KEDA's Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) is partnering with NAVFAC NW to host a Pre-Proposal Conference on NW MACC Regional Contract and 8(a) MACC Regional Contract. May 11th - 1:00-2:30pm 8(a) MACC / 2:45-4:15 NW MACC Solicitation No: N44255-21-R-4000 Title: NW MACC Regional Contract Solicitation No: N44255-21-R-2001 Title: 8(a) MACC Regional Contract NOTE RE: 8(a) MACC: Proposal accepted from firms located only in SBA Region X (WA, OR, ID, AK) The activity Small Business occurs with this determination. Contact: Kathy Cocus cocus@kitsapeda.org https://kitsapeda.me/MACC KEDA’S PTAC IS PARTNERING WITH NAVFAC NW TO HOST A PRE-PROPOSAL CONFERENCE ON NW MACC...

BIZ OPPS: GSA Invites Solutions via Applied AI Challenge

Tuesday, May 03, 2022

GSA invites startups and leading edge technology companies to submit a 3-page white paper demonstrating innovative and promising AI solutions to bolster federal operational capabilities.About the Applied AI Challenge Submission period: Open until 05/16/22 02:00 PM PDT Challenge type:Technology demonstration and hardware Total cash prizes: $50,000 LEARN MORE The Applied AI Challenge will assist federal agencies to adopt AI and related technologies to better serve the American people. The challenge is seeking white papers that address one or more of the following market segments: Unified Platforms – AI platforms providing a...

Biz Opps: How to Do Business with FEMA Webinar

Tuesday, May 03, 2022

FEMA Region 10 Hosts Webinar on How to Do Business with FEMA When FEMA responds to a disaster, our goal is to contract with local businesses in the affected area, whenever practical and feasible. FEMA’s Chief Component Procurement Officer and FEMA Region 10 are facilitating a webinar for businesses to learn how to do business with the FEMA. The webinar will cover FEMA’s small business program, category management, contracting, and regional coordination. The webinar is 10 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. PT on May 18. Participants must register. Each company may register a maximum of three participants...

BIZ OPPS: WEBS Bidding Opportunity Domestic Promotion and Marketing of Washington Blueberry

Monday, May 02, 2022

Introduction The Washington State Blueberry Commission (WBC) is issuing this Competitive Solicitation pursuant to RCW 39.26. Pursuant to this Competitive Solicitation, WBC intends to conduct a competitive procurement to award an Agency Contract for WBC to purchase Marketing and Promotional Services for Washington’s blueberry industry. The Washington Blueberry Commission Established in 1969 by a group of Washington blueberry growers. The Washington Blueberry Commission’s mission is to support the economic and environmental sustainability of the Washington blueberry industry. The Commission is overseen by a board consisting of seven members, of which six are blueberry producers and one represents...

BIZ OPPS: Kitsap County Public Works/Roads Division, King County & DLA

Wednesday, April 13, 2022

King County: 218th Avenue SE Roadway Preservation • 218th Avenue SE Roadway Preservation • This project provides for the improvement of 218th Avenue SE from SE Green Valley Road to SE Auburn-Black Diamond Road in King County by clearing and grubbing, roadway excavation, erosion/water pollution control, grading, drainage, surfacing, paving with HMA, guardrail installation, pavement markings, project temporary traffic control, and other work, all in accordance with the attached Plans, Special Provisions, APWA/WSDOT Standard Specifications for Road, Bridge and Municipal Construction, and the KCRDCS. • Closes 5-5-22 CLICK HERE FOR KING COUNTY E-PROCUREMENT PORTAL AND DETAILS ...

New search feature coming to WEBS on March 31

Wednesday, March 30, 2022

In addition to being able to search current opportunities in Washington’s Electronic Business Solution (WEBS), all registered vendors will be able to search past opportunities starting March 31. All information, including documents available at the time of posting, will be visible. This request came from the Department of Enterprise Services’ (DES) Business Diversity Advisory Group (BDAG). BDAG advises DES on ways to help small, and minority-, women-, and veteran-owned businesses have equal access to state government procurement opportunities, a priority for DES and the State. BDAG provides guidance, recommendations, and feedback about barriers to equity in...

Biz Opps: Design & Administer Washington State Grant Program

Thursday, March 17, 2022

Title: Working Washington Grants: Round 5 Description: The Washington State Department of Commerce hereafter called "COMMERCE,” is initiating this Request for Proposals (RFP) to solicit proposals from firms interested in participating in a project to design and administer a grants management system for the State. Estimated Value: Customer Reference Number: WWGR52022 Close Date: Friday, April 15, 2022 Posting Organization: Commerce, Dept. of Questions regarding this opportunity should be directed to the contact person listed in WEBS for this opportunity. To view the full details of this opportunity login now at: https://pr-webs-vendor.des.wa.gov/Search_BidDetails.aspx?ID=47401...

OTA's - A look at Other Transaction Authority

Monday, March 14, 2022

Reposted from SmallGovCon Reposted from SmallGovCon John Holtz AttorneyKoprince McCall Pottroff LLC 785-200-8919Email Ah, the Federal Acquisition Regulations, or FAR. Quite numerous and complex, yes, but they provide a standardized set of rules and procedures that govern federal government procurements. Regardless of what contract you’re dealing with (other than a few exceptions such as the FAA, which is not subject to the FAR), you can be sure that the rules of the FAR govern it. Unfortunately, that last statement is not true. Since 1989, the Department of Defense (and as time has passed, more and...

SAME Small Business Symposium returns to Bremerton

Monday, March 14, 2022

Society of American Military Engineers - Small Business Symposium Kitsap Conference Center Event Date/Time: April 18-19 For more details or to register, visit: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/same-small-business-symposium-tickets-185072315277 Event Description: It's BACK! Join us for the Small Business Symposium. Small and large businesses from across the PNW, along with our government partners will be in one place for a packed day of matchmaking, educational sessions, and networking. The event starts with an Ice Breaker the evening of April 18th. Build new relationships with your fellow attendees and reconnect with friends in a relaxed environment. The main event...

WSM Pacific SIOP JV, Honolulu, Hawaii, is awarded an $8,095,048 for architect-engineer initial services for multi-mission dry dock PSNS

Wednesday, February 23, 2022

2-18-22 WSM Pacific SIOP JV, Honolulu, Hawaii, is awarded an $8,095,048 firm-fixed-price task order (N4425522F4035) to contract N62742-21-D-0001 for architect-engineer initial services for the multi-mission dry dock at Puget Sound Naval Shipyard, Washington. The work to be performed provides for engineering services to support the future design of the multi-mission dry dock, but is not limited to, geotechnical investigation, topographical survey, and dredge material characterization. Work will be performed in Bremerton, Washington, and is expected to be completed by September 2023. Fiscal 2022 military construction, planning, and design (Navy) contract funds in the amount of $8,095,048 will be obligated at...

Biz Opps: Upcoming King County Solicitation for IT Professionals

Thursday, February 17, 2022

King County Information Technology (KCIT) is creating an “On Demand Roster” to establish a list of multiple firms qualified to provide consulting and/or contingent staffing services to KCIT on an as needed basis from 2022-2025. To be included on this roster you must submit your qualifications to this upcoming solicitation, which is anticipated to be advertised at the end of February. King County is seeking IT firms with skills and disciplines as: • Business Systems Analysis • IT Project Management • Software Engineering • Networking and Cloud Services • IT Customer Support • Information Security, Privacy and...

Biz Opps: Updated NAVFAC NW Prime Contract Holders List

Friday, January 14, 2022

NAVFAC NW recently updated their Prime Contracts Awards list. The Prime Contracts Awards list. includes the Civil/Structural A/E IDIQ and the re-solicitation timeframe for the SMACC.

Registration now open for Alliance NW!

Friday, January 14, 2022

Alliance Northwest is the largest, most interactive virtual government contracting conference on the West Coast! ON-LINE REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! REGISTER TODAY Alliance Northwest is the largest business-to-government conference in the Pacific Northwest. This event features high-quality workshops and matchmaking sessions between small businesses, government agencies, and prime contractors. The event is in its 36th year. Hosted by Thurston Economic Development Council, home of Washington Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC), Alliance Northwest has a strong history of federal agency support. It is widely known as the place where business and...

SDVOSB & VOSBs No Longer Able to Self-Certify

Friday, January 07, 2022

SERVICE-DISABLED VETERAN OWNED SMALL BUSINESSES (SDVOSB) AND VETERAN OWNED SMALL BUSINESSES (VOSB) WILL NO LONGER BE ABLE TO SELF-CERTIFY Download as PDF If you are a veteran owned small business interested in government contracting, you need to be aware of the upcoming changes! Transfer of the certification from the Veterans Administration (VA) to the Small Business Administration (SBA) will take place January 1, 2023. Since there will no longer be an option for self-certification for Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business and Veteran Owned Small Business, it is strongly advised to apply for this certification as soon as possible with the...

Biz Opps: See Latest from Washington PTAC!

Wednesday, January 05, 2022

Bid Opportunities Are you subscribed to Washington PTAC's newsletter? If not you could be missing important news like this: Marketplace News - PTAC - Washington State Procurement Technical Assistance Center (washingtonptac.org) Want contracting opportunities delivered daily to your email? Check out PTAC’s bid matching system. South MATOC IDIQ...

Washington PTAC News

Thursday, December 16, 2021

Distributed by Washinton PTAC, this newsletter shares news & information for anyone interested in government contracting. Upcoming Training Opportunities How to Do Business with the Forest Service - VIPR 12-22.2022 10AM-12PM Contracting Coffee Hour 01..05.2022 8-10AM Post Award: Contract Compliance 01.12.2022 8-10AM CLICK HERE TO READ COMPLETE NEWSLETTER Biz Opps RFP Electronic Fingerprinting Services – WA DSHS RFP Website Redesign – Puyallup Tribe of Indians Commercial Recycling, Composting, and Waste Reduction Outreach Consultant – KIRKLAND...

The City of Bainbridge Island Public Works Department is currently advertising for several projects

Tuesday, November 16, 2021

The City of Bainbridge Island Public Works Department is currently advertising for several projects - Requests for Qualifications (RFQ). Please see bid postings link below or go to www.bainbridge.wa.gov – Quick Links – Bid Postings Stormwater System Plan RFQ – Due December 3, 2021 Winslow Water Tank Replacement RFQ – Due December 17, 2021 Wastewater Treatment Beneficial Re-Use Analysis RFQ – Due January 7, 2022 Winslow Wastewater Treatment Plant Capacity Upgrades RFQ – Due January 7, 2022 COBI Bid Postings Link: https://www.bainbridgewa.gov/bids.aspx

Read the latest from Washington PTAC!

Monday, November 01, 2021

Washington P-TALK November Newsletter Featured this month: Government Marketplace Forecasts Have your ever heard “If you first learn about an opportunity when the solicitation is posted – you are too late.” While it’s not always true, there are proven strategies for capture planning that can drastically improve your rate of success. One of the strategies involves paying attention to government forecasts. A strong what’s-coming-down-the-pike forecast allows firms to prepare and further develop a winning strategy. >>READ MORE>> FEATURED EVENT: Meet The Buyer: Doing Business with Hanford Primes and PNNL 11/2/2021 9:00 AM – 11:00...

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