Contracting with Local Government [Shasta County, California]

Did you know that in recent years local governments–cities, counties, school districts, etc. spent roughly $1.4 trillion on goods and services, exceeding the spend of the federal government?

Join us to discover the opportunities and requirements of the local government marketplace, how to conduct relevant market research, find opportunities, which certifications can improve your success, and where to find resources and assistance.

Although these tips and tools will assist you in being successful at the local government level in general, we will specifically cover how to apply these tips and tools in Shasta County and the City of Redding.

Webinar Topics Include:

• Preparing to market your goods and services to the government
• Learn basic rules and regulations you must adhere to
• Understand how government certifications can benefit your business
• Conduct market research and learn basic marketing tips and tools
• Overview of PTAC & JEDI services
• Q&A

Speaker

Christina Jones, Norcal PTAC Sr./Lead Procurement Specialist

Christina is an expert business consultant and facilitator with over 20 years of experience in developing process improvement and training programs to position small businesses for government sales. She specializes in 8(a) certification, contract vehicles to include GSA, and proposal writing. Christina has a proven track record in increasing economic impact through calculated one-on-one counseling of small to medium sized businesses.

Co Hosts

Norcal PTAC

Northern California Procurement Technical Assistance Center provides no-cost government contracting counseling, bid matching, and training for businesses located in our 15-county service area in Northern California.

Women's Business Center at JEDI

The WBC at JEDI provides in-depth, substantive, outcome-oriented business services to women (and men) entrepreneurs, both nascent and established businesses in the Siskiyou, Shasta, Trinity and Humboldt Counties of California.