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An Introductory Webinar

How to Do Business With the Government

May 9th | 10 - 11 AM PT

FREE Webinar

Did you know government agencies purchase almost everything - from custodial, construction, and IT, to pencils, pet food, and even goats for grazing?

Join us to discover the opportunities and requirements of doing business with the government, including cities, counties, transportation agencies, education districts, states, and the federal government. Determine if selling to the government is right for you and learn how to get started and be successful. 

Webinar Topics Covered:

• What is the Norcal APEX Accelerator Program?
• What is government contracting?
• How to determine if selling to the government is right for you
• How to get started
• Marketing to the government
• Where to find bid opportunities
• Steps for success​

[In-Person]

How to Do Business

With the State of CA

May 31st | 9 AM - 12 PM PT

No-Cost In-Person Workshop -

San Francisco Permit Center

49 S Van Ness Ave., San Francisco, CA. 94103

Get directions >> | Download flyer >>

Learn how to sell your products or services to the fifth-largest economy in the world!

Get valuable information on how to get certified as a small business (SB) or disabled veteran business enterprise (DVBE) and learn the best tips and tricks for successfully selling your products or services to the State of California. Understanding the basics will help you find your success in government contracting!

Meet Your Speaker:

Webinar Topics Covered:

• Introduction to SB/DVBE Program
• Certification eligibility
• Certification benefits
• Cal eProcure
• SB/DVBE Emergency Registry

Caltrans Business Pitch Development Workshop >>

Virtual | Thurs. 5/9 | 10 a.m.

Caltrans North Region Meet the Primes: Construction >>

Virtual | Wed. 5/22 | 10 a.m.

Caltrans North Region Meet the Primes: Architecture & Engineering >>

Virtual | Wed. 5/22 | 1 p.m.

Veterans Benefits Administration Office of Mission Support Virtual Industry Day >>

Virtual | Wed. 6/5 | 6 a.m.

Humboldt and Mendocino

Storm Damage Repair to Mattole Road >>

Issuer: Humboldt County

Closing Date: 5/14/24

Administration Assistance of Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) >>

Issuer: Mendocino County

Closing Date: 5/17/24

Construction Management for Ackerman Creek Bridge Replacement >>

Issuer: Mendocino County

Closing Date: 5/17/24

Sea Level Rise Resilience Strategy >>

Issuer: Mendocino County

Closing Date: 5/23/24

Office Supplies >>

Issuer: Mendocino County

Closing Date: 5/24/24

Shasta, Trinity, Siskiyou, Del Norte

Pest Control Services >>

Issuer: Shasta County

Closing Date: 5/17/24



Pallet Shelter Operator >>

Issuer: Siskiyou County

Closing Date: 5/17/24

Receiving Home(s) for Foster Youth >>

Issuer: Shasta County

Closing Date: 5/21/24

Public Defender Services >>

Issuer: Trinity County

Closing Date: 5/21/24

Norcal APEX Accelerator helps small businesses find, bid on, and win contracts with federal, state, local, and tribal agencies. All of our services are free and include one-on-one coaching, webinars, bid matching, and more!

Norcal APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a grant with the Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development.