The U.S. government is the largest customer in the world. It buys all types of products and services — in large and small quantities — and is required by law to consider buying from small businesses.

To expand the number of businesses capable of participating in the governmental marketplace, this April 11 session will provide you with an understanding of the requirements for government contracting and the know-how to obtain and perform federal, state and local government contracts.

Presented by the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley APEX Accelerator, this session will teach participants the importance of business certifications, how to qualify, and the business benefits.

Discover and Learn:

• Understanding Government Contracting
• Doing Business with the Federal Government
• Doing Business with the State of Texas
• Subcontracting
• Do’s and Don’ts of Government Contracting
• Q&A

For more information, contact Veronica Z. Ortega.

Register online.

This offering is part of the “Let’s Talk Business Series”, a 12-part program connecting entrepreneurs with federal, state and local small business resources.  Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or want to grow your business, this series presents essential business topics, provides a forum for networking, and promotes success in today’s dynamic business environment.  Participants may attend one, two, six or all sessions.