2025 Seminar- How to Do Business With Local Government

Name: 2025 Seminar- How to Do Business With Local Government

Date: September 4, 2025

Time: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM EDT

Registration: Register Now

Event Description:

How to Do Business with Local Government
Government Entities Invited

Are you interested in selling your products or services to local government agencies but aren’t sure where to start?

Join us for a powerful panel discussion featuring representatives from county, city, school district, and other public entities who will walk you through how to become a registered vendor, understand the bidding process, and position your business to compete for government contracts.

Whether you're a contractor, consultant, supplier, or service provider, this seminar will equip you with practical tools and insider knowledge to help you grow your business through public-sector work.

What You’ll Learn:

How to register as a vendor with various local entities
What types of goods and services government agencies typically purchase
How and where to find open bids and RFPs
Tips to strengthen your proposals and navigate procurement policies
How to access opportunities for minority- and women-owned businesses

Panelists will represent:

Manatee County Government
City of Bradenton / City of Palmetto
School District of Manatee County
Local higher education institutions and utility/transit agencies

This is a must-attend for small businesses looking to expand into government contracting - reserve your seat today!