75 -- U.S. Department of State Small Business Fair/Exhibit

The U.S. Department of State’s Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization is organizing its 13th annual small business fair on June 9, 2005, from 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Harry S. Truman Building’s Main Exhibit Hall. This event is exclusively for small businesses that manufacture or distribute commonly used office products such as furniture, desk accessories, computer supplies, energy-efficient items, filing and storage systems, digital copiers, fax machines, printers, satellite phones, and paper shredders. The focus is specifically on non-IT companies offering tangible goods, with an emphasis on networking opportunities for these businesses to connect directly with Department of State employees, particularly purchase card holders. Staffing firms and service providers are not suitable participants for this event. Participation is limited and space is allocated on a first-come, first-served basis. Interested small businesses must register online, and the event aims to facilitate direct marketing and business opportunities within the government sector, promoting diverse vendor engagement. Points of contact for the fair include Leticia Johnson and procurement analysts Judy L. Thomas and Shap B. Drisko, who provide support and information regarding registration and participation. The event aligns with NAICS code 337214, reflecting its focus on office furniture manufacturing and related products.