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The GSA Schedule (also referred to as Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) and Federal Supply Schedule) is a long-term governmentwide contract with commercial firms providing federal, state, and local government buyers access to more than 11 million commercial supplies (products) and services at volume discount pricing. Join this training that will outline, in plain language, the GSA

Federal, State, and Local municipalities increasingly include requirements to implement cybersecurity protection plans as basis for contractual award. To effectively compete for contract award, offerors must adhere to published cybersecurity standards. The quicker and more effectively a small business can implement the required standard, the better chances they have of being awarded a contract. Additionally,

Join the General Services Administration (GSA) Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) and the SW Virginia Apex Accelerator as they team to present an overview of subcontracting with prime businesses as a way to get involved in federal contracting. Learn about the GSA subcontracting program and how to target GSA prime vendors, market

This webinar will help you learn how to develop effective responses to Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotes (RFQs). During this training, we will explain the differences in these requests and provide small businesses with the most effective strategies for creating effective responses. What you’ll learn: Understanding the power

This class will train you on Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence, or FOCI.  In an increasingly global economy, for those companies interested in doing classified work for the U.S. Government it is vitally important to understand what constitutes FOCI and how such concerns can be mitigated. In this 1 hour webinar, you will learn about

GSA offers a suite of integrated e-tools to make the acquisition process more efficient for small businesses. These complimentary e-tools — GSA Advantage!®, GSA eBuy, GSA eLibrary, Acquisition Gateway, and others — help you quickly and easily perform market research, respond to requests for quotes, and more. Join GSA’s Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business

Surety bonding is often seen as a technical hurdle, but for many small businesses, it can be the key to unlocking significant procurement opportunities. The "Simple Access to SBA Surety Bonds" presentation will help you discover how surety bonds can be a game-changer for your business growth. Mr. Gibbs will share proven strategies to improve

Join us for Federal Contracting 101, a comprehensive training session designed to help businesses navigate the world of government contracting. Whether you're just getting started or looking to expand into the federal marketplace, this session will walk you through the essentials — from registering in the System for Award Management (SAM), to understanding socio-economic certifications

How you introduce your business matters. In this session, learn how to prepare your elevator pitch, identify your differentiators, and market your services to procurement officials effectively. This training will help you build confidence, create stronger networking conversations, and make a lasting impression at the upcoming event and beyond. Whether you're new to contracting or

Your capability statement is a key marketing tool when connecting with procurement officers. In this interactive session, learn how to craft a compelling, professional capability statement that communicates your core competencies, past performance, and differentiators. We’ll walk through examples, templates, and tips to help you stand out. Whether you’re just exploring government contracting or you’re

This session will provide a high-level overview of the Commonwealth’s purchasing process, including purchasing policies that affect how buyers use the eVA system to “shop” and the eVA tools used

This advanced workshop is the 2nd in our series & focuses on lead generation. This hands-on session explores the public transparency tools available on the eVA website, including the Report

Are you a small, women-owned, minority-owned, micro, veteran, service-disabled veteran business looking to expand your opportunities? The Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity (SBSD) invites you to a