SmallBusinessEvent_25thAnniversaryGovernmentSmallBusinessConference

The contract pertains to the organization and hosting of the 25th Annual Government Small Business Conference scheduled for May 2-3, 2012, in Tampa, Florida. This event is designed to connect small businesses with opportunities to secure government contracts and is hosted by the Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) and the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) at the University of South Florida. Key contacts for the conference include Ms. Kris Manning, Office Manager at the USF Small Business Development Center, and Angela Mitchell, HQ USSOCOM Small Business Program Manager, both available to provide support and information regarding participation and small business engagement. The conference aims to gather feedback from small businesses to better tailor the opportunities offered, emphasizing support for small business growth within government contracting. Attendees are encouraged to participate in a brief survey for a chance to win free admission to the event, highlighting an effort to maximize engagement. The event is connected with the Department of Defense under solicitation number TampaFL_SmallBusinessEvent_2and3May2012, with performance and coordination centralized in Tampa, FL. The contract emphasizes outreach and assistance through a structured partnership between federal, state, and academic organizations to foster small business development in government procurement.