This workshop is a part of our workshop series "Preparing for Public Projects w/The Interstate Bridge" and will focus on all things you need to know about teaming, including Joint-Venture and the legal aspects of teaming, along with WSDOT's Capacity Building Mentorship Program. You will learn:  What is possible through teaming on Public Works Projects (NON-Federal) How […]

Understanding and speaking the correct contracting language is very important to avoid miscommunications and frustration. In 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 […]

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 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 […]

Learn about the processes of contractual relationships and business transactions with the United States Department of Transportation (USDOT). Understand USDOT's mission, navigate its procurement processes and establish strong relationships to effectively pursue USDOT contracting opportunities and contribute to the nation's transportation infrastructure. April 25, 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM PDT, Online Register here

This session will be held at the Kitsap Convention Center from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm. If you are contractor wanting to know more about public works, this session was created for you. This session will have a panel discussion as well as dedicated time to meet with each agency. The following agencies will be […]

Insurance Role in Safeguarding Financial Stability Join us to learn the fundamental concepts behind insurance coverage, including its role in mitigating risk for lenders and borrowers alike. We will illustrate how various coverages function across different types of loans. Guest Speakers: Julie Woodworth with McKinley Alaska Growth Capital and Nelida Irvine, SBA Lenders Relations Specialist. Thu, […]

On March 5, 2024, a Texas federal judge issued a ruling about the Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA), the sole federal agency dedicated to the growth and global competitiveness of minority business enterprises. This ruling states that the MBDA may not presume social disadvantage based upon race without sufficient evidence of discrimination. Therefore, the MBDA can no […]

The U.S. Department of Commerce, Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) is celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month by hosting the 2024 National AANHPI Business Summit on Wednesday, May 15, 2024, from 12:00pm to 6:00pm ET in Washington D.C. This business summit will commemorate the contributions and achievements of the AANHPI […]