WEBINARS AND EDUCATIONAL SESSIONS
Washington APEX Accelerator offers many webinars and educational sessions designed to help you navigate the government procurement process.
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HUBZone Map Changes and Impacts for your firm (ON DEMAND)
This session is designed for WA and ID HUBZone certified firms only. If you are not certified, you are encouraged to attend this event linked here or meet with your APEX advisor one-on-one. Did you know the HUBZone map is undergoing a major revision on July 1st? You can preview the new map here. In this session we will hear from local HUBZone expert, Fernando Cervantes with the US Small Business Administration. You will: Learn
Indirect Cost Rate for Accountants (ON DEMAND)
Do you have questions about Indirect Cost Rates in relation to Government Contracting? Please watch us to hear from a CPA specializing in indirect cost rate audit questions related to your business. Format: Prerecorded Session Indirect Cost Rate for Accountants Q&A (ON DEMAND): register to access recording and slides This training is intended for small businesses who are either pre or post-award. Topics are relevant to all levels of government – all departments. The session
Washington State Department of Corrections Industry Day (ON DEMAND)
Interested in providing goods and services for the Department of Corrections Correctional Industries? Learn from representatives from Washington State Department of Corrections for this Industry Day focused on subcontracting and supplier opportunities with Correctional Industries (CI). CI is a mandatory supplier of Furniture, Mattresses and Linens, Safety Products, Optical, Janitorial Supplies, Career Apparel and Undergarments. CI is committed to maintain and expand work training programs which develop marketable job skills, instill and promote positive work ethics,
Multiple Award Construction Contracts (MACC) (ON DEMAND)
What is a MACC or MATOC? How do they work? In this class you will learn the process of the Department of Defense awarding MACCs and MATOCs from public notices to issuing task orders. You will also learn about the opportunities to be a subcontractor. You’ll get an opportunity to ask your detailed questions about MACCs. Your instructor for this class is Terry Homburg, a retired federal Contracting Officer with 29 years of experience. Format: Prerecorded Session
SBA HUBZone Program: Competitive Advantages & Eligibility with the NEW HUBZone Map (ON DEMAND)
HUBZone Map changed on July 1, 2023 To prepare for the July 20th session check out the SBA HUBZone map to see if you qualify for HUBZone certification. In this session we will: Explore the competitive advantages of the HUBZone program Understand the eligibility requirements of getting certified Hear how your HUBZone application can be expedited for faster processing Format: Prerecorded Session SBA HUBZone Program: Competitive Advantages & Eligibility with the NEW HUBZone Map
ACOE Howard Hansen Dam Fish Passage Industry Day (ON DEMAND)
Learn from representatives from US Army Corps of Engineers, Northwestern Division, Seattle District for a virtual Industry Day for the Howard Hansen Dam Fish Passage Facility on the Green River in Washington State. View the scope of work at this link The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Northwestern Division – Seattle District (NWS) is hosting a Virtual Industry Day to provide additional information and gain feedback from industry on an upcoming requirement for the large
Are there ethics in government contracting? (ON DEMAND)
YES, there are ethics in government contracting. Terry Homburg will guide you through all you need to know about ethics in government contracting. In this session you will learn contract terms and conditions, and clauses you MUST be compliant with in order to avoid: Contract termination Fines Penalties Debarment Prison Your instructor for this class is Terry Homburg, a retired federal Contracting Officer with 29 years of experience. He shares real life examples of what
Longshore & Harbor Worker’s Compensation Act – Insurance (ON DEMAND)
Did you know the Longshore & Harbor Worker’s Compensation Act applies to your business if you perform work around “navigable” waterways? Do I need special insurance to work around navigable waterways? You will learn: Details of the Longshore & Harbor Worker’s Compensation Act Why special insurance is needed for navigable waterways Consequences of not having the appropriate insurance coverage SBA contact information to confirm if your firm is subject to the Longshore & Harbor Worker’s
What to do during a Federal Government Shutdown (ON DEMAND)
Washington APEX will be hosting a client-based zoom meeting to address this situation. This meeting will go over some key points and concerns about small business contractors who are dealing with a federal government shutdown. Impact on Government Contractors: When anticipating a federal government shutdown, government contractors should take proactive steps to minimize potential disruptions and financial hardships. While the specific recommendations may vary depending on your industry, contract, and circumstances, here are some general
How to Do Business with the Forest Service – VIPR (ON DEMAND)
Would you like to work with the Region 6 Fire Suppression each year during fire season? Not quite sure where to start? Please join me to learn about how to get started to bid on VIPR agreements for the Forest Service, Region 6 Fire Suppression. I will go through what you need to do to get started including: UEI Information SAM registration eAuthentication VIPR Company and equipment registration Format: Prerecorded Session How to Do
Resources
More training and event sites
- SBA Learning Center Government Contracting and MPP
- Our You Tube Channel
- Govology contact your Washington APEX Advisor for code to waive fees
- DLA Training
- GSA Events
- VetBiz Direct Access Program Events
- DON OSBP
- Port of Seattle
- OMWBE Academy Helping Certified Businesses Compete for Government Contracts
