Generating Leads Using eVA – Workshop #2 August 9, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 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
SWaM Certification – Selling to the Commonwealth August 16, 2023 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm The Southwest Virginia Community College APEX Accelerator (formerly PTAC) in partnership with the Virginia Department of Small Business and Supplier Diversity, invites you to attend SWaM Info Session on How to do business with the State of Virginia. During this class, Ramain Gohar, Business Services Manager, Virginia Department of Small Business & Supplier Diversity, will
Federal Contracting 101 September 13, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am The Southwest Virginia Community College APEX Accelerator (formerly PTAC (Procurement Technical Assistance Center) of Southwest Virginia, invites you to attend this informational training session to learn the basics about Federal Contracting. The presenter will be Judy Sayers, a Procurement Specialist with over 30 years of experience in federal government contracting. Register: https://swvccptac.ecenterdirect.com/events/4551
Intro to Selling to Virginia – Workshop #1 October 18, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am 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
Generating Leads Using eVA – Workshop #2 October 25, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 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
SBA Socio-Economic Programs Certification Overview November 1, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am This webinar will give an overview of the Small Business Administration's Socio-Economic Certifications. It will review the different types of certifications, how to determine if you are eligible for a certification, and learn how to become certified. We hope you can join us for this very informative session. Presenter: Shirelle Taliaferro, Deputy District Director, U.S.
SBA Mentor Protégé Program Overview November 14, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am Your small business can learn from an experienced government contractor through SBA's Mentor-Protégé Program. Protégés can get valuable business development help from their mentors. Learn about program qualifications and benefits. Learn how to apply. Presenter: Shirelle Taliaferro is the Deputy District Director at the U.S. Small Business Administration - Richmond District Office. Register: https://swvccptac.ecenterdirect.com/events/4555
Writing an Effective Capabilities Statement November 16, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am 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
Intro to Selling to Virginia – Workshop #1 December 6, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am 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
Generating Leads Using eVA – Workshop #2 December 13, 2023 @ 9:30 am - 11:30 am 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
Federal Contracting 101 January 17, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am The Southwest Virginia Community College APEX Accelerator (formerly PTAC (Procurement Technical Assistance Center) of Southwest Virginia, invites you to attend this informational training session to learn the basics about Federal Contracting. The presenter will be Judy Sayers, a Procurement Specialist with over 30 years of experience in federal government contracting. Register: https://swvccptac.ecenterdirect.com/events/4559
SBA HUBZone Program Overview March 6, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am This training will provide an overview of the Small Business Administration HUBZone Program, how to qualify, and how to apply. Presenter, Carl Knoblock, Director, SBA District Office, Richmond, VA Register: https://swvccptac.ecenterdirect.com/events/4560
Foreign Ownership, Control and Influence (FOCI) October 28, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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
How To Do Business With GSA October 30, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Did you know that the General Services Administration (GSA) is one of the largest buyers in the United States government? And that the US government is also the world’s largest
Capability Statements: A Must-Have for Government Contracting November 12, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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
RFIs, RFPs, RFQs: Understanding the Difference December 3, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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
CMMC Level 1 in Layperson’s terms December 17, 2025 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm The US Federal government recognizes the risk of theft of its sensitive information–such as Federal Contract Information (FCI) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)–from its supply chains’ information systems. All Federal
How To Do Business With GSA January 15 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Did you know that the General Services Administration (GSA) is one of the largest buyers in the United States government? And that the US government is also the world’s largest
How To Do Business With GSA January 15 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Did you know that the General Services Administration (GSA) is one of the largest buyers in the United States government? And that the US government is also the world’s largest
Mentor Protege Programs January 20 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm In this 1 hour virtual class, you will learn the ins and outs of the popular SBA and DOD Mentor Protégé Programs and get answers to these, and many more,
How to Get on MAS ( Multiple Award Schedule) January 28 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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
Competitive Advantage through Cybersecurity Compliance February 11 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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
Subcontracting as a Marketing Strategy February 25 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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
RFIs, RFPs, RFQs: Understanding the Difference March 4 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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
RFIs, RFPs, RFQs: Understanding the Difference March 4 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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
Foreign Ownership, Control and Influence (FOCI) March 10 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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
Foreign Ownership, Control and Influence (FOCI) March 10 @ 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm 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