How to do Business with the State of California
Unlock lucrative opportunities in state government procurement with Doing Business with the State of California, brought to you by APEX Accelerator.
California spends billions of dollars annually on contracts for goods, professional services, construction, and IT. Whether you are a small business owner aiming for your first state contract or looking to leverage your certifications to scale, this interactive class provides the strategic roadmap to successfully navigate the state marketplace.
What You Will Learn
- The Procurement Landscape: How the State of California buys goods and services and where to find opportunities.
- Cal eProcure & CaleProcure Registration: Step-by-step guidance on setting up and optimizing your profile on the state’s primary vendor portal.
- Certifications That Count: How to qualify for Small Business (SB), Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE), and Small Business for the Purpose of Public Works (SB-PW) preference programs to boost your bidding edge.
- Finding & Bidding on Opportunities: Proven strategies for tracking solicitations, understanding RFPs/IFBs, and submitting compliant, competitive proposals.
- No-Cost APEX Accelerator Support: How to tap into ongoing, 1-on-1 expert technical assistance and bid-matching services at no cost to your business.
Who Should Attend Small business owners, contractors, and entrepreneurs ready to diversify their revenue streams by becoming certified state vendors.
Organizer
The California Capital APEX Accelerator helps established businesses prepare for, pursue, and perform on contracts with all levels of government and public agencies. Our no-cost services include one-on-one counseling, training events on beginning and advanced topics, and bid matching. We provide services to businesses whose primary offices are in the following counties: Butte, Colusa, El Dorado, Glenn, Lake, Lassen, Modoc, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sacramento, Sierra, Sutter, Tehama, Yolo, and Yuba.