Upcoming Trainings for OMWBE State certified firms
These workshops are only open to OMWBE state-certified firms. (MBE, WBE, MWBE, CBE, SEDBE)
Not certified? See the next class Dissecting a RFQ on October 20 & 21 (see here).
Dissecting an RFQ
Day 1 – 7/29/22, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM (PDT)
Day 2 – 8/1/22, 9:30 AM – 12:00 PM (PDT)
Dissecting a Request for Quote provides the information and tools to extract the important parts of an RFQ and create useful tools for future RFQ’s and RFP’s.
You will learn how to:
- Read through a Request for Quote (RFQ)
- Identify all the important elements needed to be Responsive
- Develop a list of Required Deliverables with content
You will gain a deeper understanding of what’s needed to deliver a compliant and responsive proposal in the Government Marketplace.
We will be dissecting an actual RFQ which was issued by the Washington State Department of Transportation.
We will provide several tools to assist you with the proposal process now and in the future.
This is a great opportunity to learn how to get ready to grow in the government procurement market.
NOTE: This workshop has a pre-requisite of printing and reading through the sample RFQ which will be dissected during this two day workshop. It typically will take up to 2 hours.
Writing Successful Proposals
8/5/22, 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM (PDT)
The Government Marketplace is very competitive which makes it even more important to understand how to write a compelling proposal. Long term success in the public sector requires a quality proposal development approach using a repeatable process.
You will learn how to:
- Review Key Principles of Proposal Development (Bid/No Bid – Deliverables List – Burst)
- Identify Key Win Themes (e.g., why YOU)
- Develop Initial Bulleted Outlines
- Write Proposal Sections
- Review and Submit Your Proposal
This workshop builds on the concepts provided in the Dissecting an RFQ workshop. Each student will begin the class with an RFP summary, a bid decision, and a schedule, allowing them to focus solely on the actual writing of the proposal.
This is a great opportunity for established businesses to learn how to get ready to grow in the government procurement market.
Instructor Matthew Rhinehart, owner of MastPoint has over 20 years of experience developing winning proposals for the government market. Matthew is ready to share his knowledge of dissecting RFQ’s and how to build your confidence in responding to the next RFQ.
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These workshops are capped at 30 participants to ensure quality interaction with the instructors.
Register early to secure your spot.
Session will not be recorded.
What have others said about these courses?
“The “Dissecting an RFQ” was refreshingly useful. I work for a small consulting firm where reputation is everything and this course helped me understand the process and gain confidence in the bid/no bid decision and how to proceed strategically.” ~ Molly Steere, Four Peaks Environmental Science & Data Solutions, LLC
“This is a MUST course to take if you’re going to dive into the Govt Contracting world. DO NOT miss it.” ~ Jessica Senires, NeoLuxe Marketing, LLC
“The Dissecting an RFQ workshop delivers a detailed overview of how to approach better understanding the process of evaluating and responding to Requests for Quotations. The instructors make the sessions interactive and are very helpful in responding to questions and making the content relatable to your situation.” ~ Terry Onustack, Event Source Professionals
“This has been a great introduction on how to approach a Request for Proposals and arrive at a numbers-based, intelligent, and informed decision on whether to put in the massive effort of putting together a bid.” ~ Dan Steeby, Sound Web Solutions, LLC
“This is a MUST RECOMMEND for every business especially if they’re new and those who have not bid on projects in the past. It was worth my time away from my production floor and sales activity.” ~ Thavee Douangaphaivong, Signarama
“I cannot recommend this workshop highly enough! It gave me a sense of clarity and focus that makes RFQs feel much less intimidating now.” ~ Codie Jennison, Northwest Enforcement
“Having workshop leaders who were extremely experienced in both the material they were presenting and presenting itself was very helpful. I appreciated hearing real-life experiences from the workshop leaders and the ability/opportunity to ask questions at any point in the presentation” ~ McKenzie Bolar, Accountable Custodial & Maintenance, Inc.
“The feedback and discussion throughout the workshop was very helpful and practical”. ~ Melina Zamalloa, Zamalloa Industries
“It’s great to see a formal process for putting together an RFP, and to learn about style guidelines and suggestions on how to best present proposals.” ~ Dan Steeby Sound Web Solutions
“I think the presentation was great! It gave me a whole new perspective on how to approach responding to a government solicitation.” ~Tiera Nipges, Pacific Facility Solutions
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