Events

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 & Resource Center and the new “power” search. You’ll learn how to identify buyers who are buying what you sell, determine prices being paid for

From investors to employees to customers, there are a lot of people who can influence your business. Most of the time these relationships improve your business, but sometimes these influences can increase risk for your company. In this session we’ll be discussing risks posed by foreign ownership, control, or influence (FOCI). A company can be

Find out how the government’s Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs can provide a source of R&D funding between the initial development of your innovative idea and proof that it has potential in the marketplace. The two programs make over $4 billion in high-risk, non-dilutive capital available to innovative

This training will provide an overview of the Small Business Administration HUBZone Program, how to qualify, and how to apply. Presenter, JaWanda H. Jones, Program Analyst, HUBZone Program, Office of Government Contracting and Business Development, U.S. Small Business Administration. Register: https://swvccptac.ecenterdirect.com/events/4560

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 by our buying community. You’ll also get a guided tour of the eVA website as we discuss the publicly accessible tools & resources every business

Presenter: Judy Sayers, Procurement Specialist with over 30 years of experience in federal government contracting.

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 & Resource Center and the new “power” search. You’ll learn how to identify buyers who are buying what you sell, determine prices being paid for

This virtual webinar will provide information to businesses concerning cybersecurity. What do businesses need to do to become cybersecurity certified. Why is it important to obtain cybersecurity certification? The presenter will be Mr. Derrick T. Davis, Director for Industrial Cyber Security for the Office of Small Business Programs (OSBP).

Your capabilities statement is your company’s resume. It is often the first contact you will have with Procurement Decision Makers. If your capabilities statement is the best way to get your foot in the door, wouldn't you want it to provide your company’s information in the best, most efficient way? This session defines what a

The first in a four-part proposal writing series, Lesson 1 "The Preliminaries" will cover the "rules of the road".  During this session, the following topics will be covered: Difference between Bids and Proposals What influences proposal selection Responsiveness vs. Responsibility Difference between Solicitation, Pre-solicitation, Combined Synopsis and Sources Sought