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SUMMARY:Member Event: Government Contracts Unlocked: From Basics to Bids Module 2 - Certifications and Portal Registration
DESCRIPTION:Unlock government contracting opportunities through certifications\, SAM.gov registration\, and contract readiness. Part 2 of a 4 part series. \nBreaking into government contracting can feel overwhelming\, but with the right foundation\, strategy\, and tools\, any small business can confidently compete and win. This four-part training series guides participants step-by-step through the essential elements needed to build the knowledge\, infrastructure\, and confidence to pursue real opportunities in the federal\, state\, and local procurement marketplace. \nModule 2: Certifications and Portal Registration Certifications can open doors when used strategically. In this module\, participants learn how key small business certifications such as SDB\, WOSB\, SDVOSB\, 8(a)\, and HUBZone create competitive advantages and how to properly navigate essential registration platforms like SAM.gov\, DSBS\, and state or local portals. By the end of the session\, attendees will know which certifications fit their business and how to complete registrations accurately to become contract-ready. \nAttendees Will Learn: how small business certifications create competitive advantages in government contracting which certifications align best with their business qualifications and goals how to successfully navigate SAM.gov\, DSBS\, and other procurement portals how to avoid common registration mistakes that delay contract readiness how to position their business for visibility within government databases \nTopics Covered: Overview of SDB\, WOSB\, SDVOSB\, 8(a)\, HUBZone\, and other certifications Benefits and eligibility considerations for each certification type Step-by-step guidance for SAM.gov and DSBS registration State and local procurement portal registration tips Common errors\, delays\, and how to prevent them \nREGISTER FOR ALL 4 MODULES IN THE SERIES! 10/28/2026: Module 1: Creating a Foundation for Success 11/4/2026: Module 2: Certifications and Portal Registration 11/11/2026: Module 3: Marketing and Capabilities Statements 11/18/2026: Module 4: Proposal Writing and Beyond \nTHIS WORKSHOP IS PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH: San Diego Regional Chamber
X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:Unlock government contracting opportunities through certifications\, SAM.gov registration\, and contract readiness. Part 2 of a 4 part series. \;
Breaking into government contracting can feel overwhelming\, but with the right foundation\, strategy\, and tools\, any small business can confidently compete and win. This four-part training series guides participants step-by-step through the essential elements needed to build the knowledge\, infrastructure\, and confidence to pursue real opportunities in the federal\, state\, and local procurement marketplace. \;
Module 2: Certifications and Portal Registration
Certifications can open doors when used strategically. In this module\, participants learn how key small business certifications such as SDB\, WOSB\, SDVOSB\, 8(a)\, and HUBZone create competitive advantages and how to properly navigate essential registration platforms like SAM.gov\, DSBS\, and state or local portals. By the end of the session\, attendees will know which certifications fit their business and how to complete registrations accurately to become contract-ready. \;
Attendees Will Learn:
&bull\; how small business certifications create competitive advantages in government contracting \;
&bull\; which certifications align best with their business qualifications and goals \;
&bull\; how to successfully navigate SAM.gov\, DSBS\, and other procurement portals \;
&bull\; how to avoid common registration mistakes that delay contract readiness \;
&bull\; how to position their business for visibility within government databases \;
Topics Covered: \;
&bull\; Overview of SDB\, WOSB\, SDVOSB\, 8(a)\, HUBZone\, and other certifications \;
&bull\; Benefits and eligibility considerations for each certification type \;
&bull\; Step-by-step guidance for SAM.gov and DSBS registration \;
&bull\; State and local procurement portal registration tips \;
&bull\; Common errors\, delays\, and how to prevent them \;
REGISTER FOR ALL 4 MODULES IN THE SERIES!
10/28/2026: Module 1: Creating a Foundation for Success \;
11/4/2026: Module 2: Certifications and Portal Registration \;
11/11/2026: Module 3: Marketing and Capabilities Statements \;
11/18/2026: Module 4: Proposal Writing and Beyond \;
THIS WORKSHOP IS PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH: San Diego Regional Chamber
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URL:https://business.solanabeachchamber.com/events/Details/member-event-government-contracts-unlocked-from-basics-to-bids-module-2-certifications-and-portal-registration-1915447?sourceTypeId=Hub
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