Live ONLINE Chat with the experts Sessions 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM
Advanced PortGen 2024 is a training series designed for small, minority, and women-owned businesses wanting to learn how to be successful with government contracting.
Each class will combine a resource video of detailed information and a virtual live Q&A session to discuss the topic.
Resource videos will be available to watch before the live session. Q&A sessions will not be recorded.
During this series learn how to identify requirements to be responsive, and gather resources to support your efforts in selling to the Port of Seattle and other agencies.
For Each session
- Register for the live virtual session
- Resource Video: will be available approximately 30 days before the live session
- Watch the Resource Video before the live session
- Bring your questions and Chat with the Experts
Contact training@washingtonAPEX.org with any questions
SEPTEMBER 17TH – Subcontracting and Contracting Vehicles
Hear directly from Prime Construction Contractors on what they look for in subcontractors and how they find subcontractors to bid their work. During the informal, candid discussion small business participants will gain useful insights into how contract types impact the procurement landscape. Bring your questions.
Watch the Resource Video and review resources : Tips and tricks to improve your subcontracting efforts.
Primes Attended: Centennial Contractors, Turner Construction, Division 9 Flooring, and Hensel Phelps
SEPTEMBER 26TH – Prevailing Wage
Meet with a live expert who has been in your shoes! She’ll share practical tips and insights that will make your back-office paperwork burden less daunting.
Watch the Resource Video and review resources: Don’t let wage compliance requirements catch you off guard or eat into your profit margins. We will explore what it takes to be compliant with wage rates, certified payroll, intents & affidavits as well as how to develop a plan and use resources to meet requirements.
Experts: Naylor Construction Consulting
OCTOBER 15th – Indirect Cost Rates and Cash Flow
You may be familiar with some cash flow considerations and the importance of indirect cost rates in your long term profitability, but are you ready to apply these concepts to your business? Meet with business finance experts whose real world experiences can help bring your firm to the next level and reduce those sleepless nights worrying about the bank balance.
Watch the Resource Video and review resources
Experts: SBDC
OCTOBER 24TH – Insurance
Join a practical (no sales pitch) industry leader alongside a government representative for a candid discussion on insurance requirements for your small business. Understanding the types of insurance and why they are needed will help your firm compete successfully on future contracts.
Watch the Resource Video: Digging into the insurance requirements for government contracts to ensure your firm is fully covered.
Watch the Resource Video and Review Resources
Experts: Kristina, Dorer, Woodruff Sawyer and Port of Seattle
OCTOBER 29TH – Bonding
Curious about how to increase your bonding limits and strengthen your business’s future? Join us for an interactive session with a bonding agent to discover actionable tips for building a stronger relationship with your bonding provider. Learn how to position your firm for growth and unlock new opportunities.
Watch the Resource video and review resources
Expert: Integrity Surety
NOVEMBER 14th- Project Labor Agreements
Bring your questions for this live, interactive discussion on Project Labor Agreements in construction contracting at the Port of Seattle and other public agencies. Bring your questions and walk away with practical advice and tips.
Watch the Resource Video: An overview of Project Labor Agreements (PLAs) as they relate to public works contracts in Washington State. Participants will explore the legal framework, key features, and practical considerations of using PLAs.
Experts: Port of Seattle
Rescheduled from October 1st
December 11th – Celebration of Small Business
Register for the in-person gathering
Location: Port of Seattle Pier 69 Atrium, 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM
In partnership with PortGen Accelerator Program, this in person event provides an opportunity to celebrate the efforts of our participants, meet the subject matter experts, network with prime contractors and agency representatives, and build your resource team
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