99 -- National Federal Procurement Event That You Cannot Afford to Miss

The National Federal Procurement Event, taking place from December 6 to 8, 2004, is a key opportunity for service-disabled veteran, veteran, and small business owners to access federal contracting opportunities. Sponsored by several federal agencies including the General Services Administration, Small Business Administration, Minority Business Development Agency, Department of Defense, and Department of Veterans Affairs, this three-day event is designed to provide educational workshops and networking opportunities. Attendees will benefit from sessions on finance, federal security clearance for government contracting, subcontracting, certification, and how to become a GSA Federal Supply Schedule holder. Success stories from service-disabled veteran-owned businesses currently working with the federal government will also be shared, alongside one-on-one matchmaking sessions with government agencies and prime contractors. The conference is held at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Conference Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, and coincides with Pearl Harbor Day, adding symbolic significance. The agenda includes registration and a welcome reception on the first day, followed by a trade fair, workshops, and networking sessions on the subsequent days. The $95 fee covers all conference events, including an opening reception, two luncheons, and a networking luau. This event presents a valuable chance for small businesses to connect directly with federal procurement representatives, explore contract possibilities, and build relationships that can facilitate future government contracting success. For additional details and online registration, interested parties are encouraged to visit the designated website or contact the event’s business specialist intern.