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

This event, held from December 6-8, 2004, is a national federal procurement conference designed to provide valuable opportunities for service-disabled veterans, veterans, and small business owners to connect with federal agencies and prime contractors. Sponsored by several key government agencies such as the General Services Administration, Small Business Administration, Minority Business Development Agency, Department of Defense, and Department of Veterans Affairs, the conference focuses on opening doors for America's heroes by facilitating access to federal contracts. The agenda includes educational workshops on critical topics such as finance, federal security clearances for government contracting, subcontracting, certification processes, and guidance on becoming a GSA Federal Supply Schedule holder. Attendees also have the chance to participate in one-on-one matchmaking sessions, hear success stories from service-disabled veteran-owned businesses currently engaged with the government, and build a network with fellow small business owners. The three-day event takes place at the Hilton Hawaiian Village Conference Center in Honolulu, Hawaii, coinciding with Pearl Harbor Day, and features a mix of activities including registration, matchmaking sessions, a welcome reception, trade fairs, workshops, and networking sessions. The conference fee is $95, which covers access to all sessions and events, including the opening reception, two luncheons, and a networking luau. Interested participants can find more information and register online. The event provides a unique platform for small businesses to locate potential federal contracts and establish direct connections with government representatives and prime contractors, enhancing their chances of successful federal contracting. For additional assistance, a point of contact is available via email and phone.