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

The National Federal Procurement Event scheduled for December 6-8, 2004, is a key opportunity aimed at service-disabled veteran, veteran, and small business owners to access federal procurement opportunities. Sponsored by prominent agencies such as the General Services Administration, Small Business Administration, Minority Business Development Agency, Department of Defense, and Department of Veterans Affairs, the event features workshops led by experts on essential topics like finance, federal security clearance, subcontracting, certification, and obtaining a GSA Federal Supply Schedule. Attendees will also have the chance to hear from successful service-disabled veteran-owned businesses currently engaged in government contracting and participate in one-on-one matchmaking sessions with government agencies and prime contractors. Held at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Conference Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, the three-day event coincides with Pearl Harbor Day and is designed to facilitate networking, education, and direct engagement with federal contracting opportunities. The schedule includes registration and a welcome reception on the first day, followed by a trade fair, workshops, and networking sessions on the subsequent days. The registration fee of $95 covers access to all events, including luncheon sessions and a networking luau. This event provides a comprehensive platform for small business owners to explore potential federal contracts, gain practical guidance, and expand their professional networks in the federal procurement community.