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SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Cost Estimating for Construction Firms
DESCRIPTION:By the end of this workshop\, contractors should be able to generate accurate cost estimates for contraction and construction-related services. Contractors will also learn how to effectively price to win contracts\, determine overhead and profits\, and much more. \n\n\n\n\nYou Will Learn:\n\nUnderstanding the Scope of Work\nAccurate Takeoff of Quantities\nResponsible and Competitive Unit Pricing\nOrganized Bid Process\nEvaluation of Risk\nDetermining the Cost of Doing Business (Brick & Mortar Trade Costs [Or Hard Costs]; Overhead\, Such as Fees\, Expenses\, Rates\, etc.)\nTips for Automating Estimating Templates\nPricing to Win\nKey Elements of a Cost Proposal for Construction Services\nTips on How to Determine Overhead & Profit\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\nBusiness Owners/Executives bidding on Public Works Contracts.\nSmall Business Owners\nMinority and Women Owned Businesses (M/WBE) who are interested in prime or subcontracting on government bids.\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-cost-estimating-for-construction-firms-3/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251119T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250722T134329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T134329Z
UID:3266-1763546400-1763553600@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Marketing to Prime Contractors
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\nEvent lasts 2 hours\n\n\n\n\n\n\nParticipants will be taught how to combine their unique values as MWBE subcontractors with marketing and research tools to best showcase their abilities to Primes. Additionally\, participants will be taught the importance of and how to nurture long term relationships. \n\n\n\n\nIn this webinar you will learn about important research and marketing tools to best leverage your business for subcontracting opportunities. We will teach you how to stand out in the crowds and showcase the unique value you bring to the table. Additionally\, participants will understand ways in which they can create tailored marketing strategies based off their specific skill sets and value propositions. We will then finish this workshop with explaining the importance of long-term relationship building and how it can benefit you during and beyond your subcontracting journey. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n\nResearching & Targeting Prime Contractors​\nShowcasing Your Value as NYC Certified MWBE​\nCrafting a Targeted Marketing Strategy​\nBuilding Long Term Relationships​\n\nTOPICS\n\nResearching Prime Contractors\nTargeting Prime Contractors\nShowcasing your value as a subcontractor\nMarketing strategies as a subcontractor\nRelationship building\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\n\nMWBE Businesses looking for subcontracting opportunities\nMWBE Businesses who are struggling to find opportunities as a prime\nNewly certified MWBE Businesses\nSmaller MWBE businesses\nMWBE businesses who haven’t participated in government contracting recently\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars within Technical Assistance. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n    REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-marketing-to-prime-contractors/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251023T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251023T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250722T134009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T134009Z
UID:3265-1761213600-1761220800@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: RFP Lab - Responding with Confidence
DESCRIPTION:Every day\, the government buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services from businesses. In an ongoing effort to assist businesses interested in selling to the government\, the New York City Department of Small Business Services APEX Accelerator offers Technical Assistance. \n\n\n\n\nThis workshops equips participants with the knowledge and tools to navigate the RFP process\, strategically evaluate opportunities\, and submit competitive proposals. \nResponding to RFPs can feel overwhelming\, but it doesn’t have to be. In this workshop\, you’ll learn how to quickly evaluate whether an opportunity is worth pursuing\, and then craft a compelling\, compliant proposal that aligns with the agency’s goals. \nWe’ll break down real examples and walk you through a checklist-driven workflow\, from decision-making to submission. Whether you’re new to proposals or ready to level up your current process\, this session will save you time and boost your submission rate. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n  \n\nUnderstand the structure and key components of an RFP\nApply a Go/No-Go checklist to determine bid fit\nAlign proposals with agency mission\, language\, and goals\nAvoid common proposal writing mistakes\nBuild internal systems and templates for repeatable success\n\n  \nTOPICS\n  \n\nNavigating PASSPort\, My RFx\, and solicitation platforms\nStructuring your org chart\, team approach\, and past performance\nSubmitting branded\, professional proposal packages\nUsing evaluation criteria to craft stronger content\n\n  \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND:\n  \n\nM/WBE firms pursuing NYC agency contracts\nSmall Business Owners\nFirms preparing proposals for public sector work\nBusiness owners looking to improve their proposal strategy\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars. \nREGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-rfp-lab-responding-with-confidence/
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250723T154941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T154941Z
UID:3283-1761127200-1761134400@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Basics of Subcontracting for Professional Services
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMWBE firms will learn how to start navigating the government procurement landscape via a subcontractor role. Firms will be taught best practices as a subcontractor and ways in which it can help establish themselves in the government procurement environment as they sustainably grow their business. \n\n\n\n\nIn this workshop\, MWBE businesses will understand how to leverage subcontracting opportunities for growth. It covers the advantages and disadvantages of subcontracting: guiding businesses in making informed decisions. Participants will learn tips for increasing market share and mitigating risk while navigating subcontracting relationships. The course emphasizes the importance of due diligence in selecting reliable partners and explores best practices for successful subcontracting. By the end\, businesses will be equipped to optimize subcontracting strategies and drive sustainable success. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n\nLeveraging subcontracting as an opportunity for MWBEs. ​\nAdvantages and disadvantages of subcontracting​\nTips for increasing market share and mitigating risk​\nDue diligence ​\nBest practices ​\n\nTOPICS:\n\nSubcontracting best practices\nHow to increase market share as a subcontractor\nAdvantages and disadvantages of subcontracting\nThe importance of different types of agreements: teaming agreement\, joint venture agreement\, and subcontractor agreement\nOpportunities as a subcontractor\nHow to set yourself apart as a subcontractor\nInvoicing and payments\nRemedies for contractual issues\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\n\nNewly NYC Certified MWBEs for professional services\nNYC MWBEs looking for new/more opportunities\nNYC MWBEs who have not secured a contract yet\nFirms who are new to government procurement\nBusinesses who are new to B2B agreements\nSmaller NYC MWBEs trying to expand\nSubcontractors looking for partnerships/agreements\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-basics-of-subcontracting-for-professional-services-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250721T164528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T164528Z
UID:3263-1758794400-1758801600@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Generating Revenue Through NYC Discretionary Spending
DESCRIPTION:Every day\, the government buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services from businesses. In an ongoing effort to assist businesses interested in selling to the government\, the New York City Department of Small Business Services APEX Accelerator offers Technical Assistance. \n\n\n\n\nThe MWBE Small Purchasing Program offers MWBEs the opportunity to engage in government contracting. Participants will learn about eligibility requirements\, procurement policies\, and the vendor selection process. The program covers strategies for marketing and networking with government buyers\, along with tools like SBS Connect and PASSPort to access opportunities. Topics also include the history and impact of small purchasing programs\, as well as best practices for engaging with discretionary purchases. By the end\, MWBEs will be equipped to effectively communicate and navigate the government procurement process \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nUnderstanding MWBE Small Purchasing Program\nEligibility Requirements\nHow Agency Buyers Select Vendors\nStrategies for Marketing and Networking with Government Buyers\n\nTOPICS \n\nHistory of Small Purchasing Programs\nImpact and Opportunities of Small Purchasing Programs\nProcurement Policy Rules\nHow to Engage with Discretionary Purchases\nSBS Connect\nPASSPort\nEligibility Requirements for MWBE Small Purchasing Programs\nVendor selection process\nCommunication strategies with Government Buyers\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND \n\nNew MWBEs\nMWBE firms who need assistance with Small Purchasing Programs\nFirms unfamiliar with Discretionary Funding\nFirms curious about how to access/find Discretionary Funding opportunities\nMWBEs struggling with securing contracts\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-generating-revenue-through-nyc-discretionary-spending-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250917T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250722T190749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250722T190749Z
UID:3272-1758103200-1758110400@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Optimizing Business Contacts - Follow Up with Purpose
DESCRIPTION:Perfect for firms looking to maximize return on investment from recent networking events and ensure those hard-won conversations don’t go to waste. \n\n\n\n\nMany MWBEs attend networking events\, expos\, and matchmaking sessions but struggle to convert connections into contracts. Without a clear follow-up system\, promising relationships often fizzle out. \nThis workshop will show you how to stay top-of-mind\, build trust\, and develop a sustainable marketing system that turns initial contact into lasting opportunity. You’ll walk away with follow-up templates\, a contact segmentation strategy\, and a proven system to streamline outreach and increase your win rate. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n· Segment and organize Expo/networking contacts \n· Build a repeatable follow-up system using templates and tools \n· Personalize outreach for different target audiences (buyers\, primes\, collaborators) \n· Implement light automation to maintain visibility \n· Adopt a long-term relationship-building approach \n  \nTOPICS\n· Contact segmentation strategies \n· Follow-up tactics via LinkedIn\, email\, and mail \n· Developing a monthly outreach calendar \n· Creative ways to provide value and stay visible \n· Using your capability materials as part of the follow-up \n  \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND:\nM/WBE ContractorsSmall Business OwnersFirms who recently attended NYC expos or matchmaking events \n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars. \n\nREGISTER FOR THIS WORKSHOP
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-optimizing-business-contacts-follow-up-with-purpose/
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250821T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250821T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250711T130212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T130212Z
UID:3242-1755770400-1755777600@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Networking for Results: Making Govt Your Next Customer
DESCRIPTION:Every day\, the government buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services from businesses. In an ongoing effort to assist businesses interested in selling to the government\, the New York City Department of Small Business Services APEX Accelerator offers Technical Assistance. \n\n\n\n\nThis workshop helps participants enhance their networking and communication skills by identifying target audiences\, mastering communication tools\, and learning proper etiquette. It also covers effective strategies for following up to turn connections into long-term opportunities. \n  \nThis workshop focuses on enhancing your networking and communication skills to build meaningful professional relationships. Participants will learn how to identify and engage their target audience effectively\, ensuring their networking efforts are focused and impactful. The session covers mastering communication tools and understanding the proper etiquette to navigate various networking environments with confidence. Additionally\, strategies for successful follow-up will be explored\, emphasizing how to maintain connections and turn them into long-term opportunities. By the end of this workshop\, participants will be equipped with the skills to network strategically and communicate professionally. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n\nIdentifying Your Target Audience\nMastering Networking Communication Tools\nLearning Proper Communication Etiquette\nImportant Strategies for Following Up Success\n\n  \n  \nTOPICS\n\nIdentify/engaging with target audiences at events\nUnderstanding how and when to effectively use communication tools\nProper communication etiquette\nHow to navigate different communication environments\nStrategies to ensure successful follow-up for relationship development and maintenance\n\n  \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\n\nNew and Existing MWBEs\nFirms looking to expand their network\nBusinesses looking to expand into NYC\nThose looking for partnership opportunities\nBusinesses struggling with networking\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars. \n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-networking-for-results-making-govt-your-next-customer/
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250820T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250711T130100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T130100Z
UID:3241-1755684000-1755691200@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Responding to M/WBE Bids and Solicitations Essentials
DESCRIPTION:Every day\, the government buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services from businesses. In an ongoing effort to assist businesses interested in selling to the government\, the New York City Department of Small Business Services APEX Accelerator offers Technical Assistance. \n\n\n\n\nThis workshops equips participants with the knowledge and tools to navigate the RFP process\, strategically evaluate opportunities\, and submit competitive proposals. \n  \nThis workshop is designed to help participants navigate the NYC procurement process and successfully respond to RFPs. Attendees will learn how to use PASSPort to identify key submission requirements and develop a structured Go/No Go decision-making process to evaluate opportunities. The workshop covers how to prepare a compliant and competitive technical and cost proposal\, while addressing key requirements such as diversity participation goals. Participants will also gain insights into post-submission strategies\, including debriefs and Freedom of Information requests\, to improve future proposals. By the end\, they will be equipped to evaluate\, prepare\, and submit successful proposals while ensuring compliance with MWBE and subcontracting goals. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n\nUnderstanding how to navigate PASSPort for NYC procurement opportunities.\nDeveloping a Go/No Go decision-making process to evaluate RFP opportunities.\nStructuring and preparing a responsive technical and cost proposal.\nComplying with key RFP requirements and addressing diversity participation goals.\nImplementing post-submission strategies\, including debriefs and Freedom of Information requests.\n\n  \nTOPICS\n\nPASSPort for procurement opportunities\nTips\, tricks\, and strategies for responding to RFPs\nTechnical and cost proposal structuring\nDiversity Participation goals\nPost-submission strategies (win or lose)\nAligning your proposal to solicitation requirements\nCompliance requirements\n\n  \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND:\n\nMWBE Contractors\nSmall Business Owners\nProcurement Professionals\nNewly Certified MWBE firms\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-responding-to-m-wbe-bids-and-solicitations-essentials/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250724T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250724T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250711T125815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T125815Z
UID:3239-1753351200-1753358400@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Utilizing Checkbook NYC for Procurement Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Every day\, the government buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services from businesses. In an ongoing effort to assist businesses interested in selling to the government\, the New York City Department of Small Business Services APEX Accelerator offers Technical Assistance. \n\n\n\n\nThis workshop will introduce you to Checkbook NYC\, a powerful tool for navigating New York City’s procurement landscape. Participants will gain a solid understanding of key terms and features\, enabling them to efficiently explore government spending data. The session will show how businesses can identify relevant agencies\, track payment patterns\, and use this information for market research to pinpoint opportunities. Special focus will be given to how MWBEs can leverage Checkbook NYC to align with agencies with strong diversity goals and spending habits\, identifying and targeting subcontracting and prime contractor opportunities\, and building strategic partnerships. Additionally\, the webinar will explore how businesses can use Checkbook NYC for marketing purposes\, refining pricing strategies by tracking agency spending trends. Finally\, we will demonstrate how combining Checkbook NYC with other resources\, like PASSPort\, creates a comprehensive approach to securing government contracts. \n  \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n\nFamiliarize participants with key terms and key features so they can properly and efficiently utilize checkbook NYC\nHelp business owners understand what types of businesses can best utilize checkbook NYC\nTeach attendees when it’s best to use Checkbook NYC as a research tool\nShow business owners how Checkbook can be used for marketing purposes\nTeach participants how to track different agencies spending habits to assist with pricing/cost estimating\nHow Checkbook NYC can be combined with other resources\n\n  \nTOPICS \n– Introduction to Checkbook NYC \n– Checkbook NYC Key Terms and Features \n– Market Research with Checkbook NYC \n– Leveraging Checkbook NYC for MWBEs \n– Using Checkbook NYC for Marketing and Pricing \n– Combining Checkbook NYC with Other Resources \n  \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND \n– MWBE Certified Businesses \n– MWBE Subcontractors & Prime Contractors \n– MWBE Businesses struggling to find procurement opportunities \n– MWBE’s who would like assistance/guidance with Checkbook NYC \n– New MWBE’s \n– Established MWBEs looking for partnerships \n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n                                                 REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-utilizing-checkbook-nyc-for-procurement-opportunities-3/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250723T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250723T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250711T125941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T125941Z
UID:3240-1753264800-1753272000@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Optimizing NYC Online Business Profiles
DESCRIPTION:Teaching MWBE businesses how to use PASSPort\, the MWBE Online Directory\, and SBS Connect for government procurement opportunities. We will touch on the key points of each profile\, how and when to utilize them\, and provide them with tips and tricks. \n\n\n\n\nThis workshop will teach MWBE certified businesses how to leverage different NYC profiles such as: PASSPort\, the MWBE Online Directory\, and SBS Connect for their government procurement journey. Initially\, we will talk about how to optimize each profile to best leverage their business. We will touch on the importance of staying up to date and organized within each of NYC Business Profile with an emphasis on topics such as commodity codes and past performance. Then\, finally\, we will discuss the importance of maintaining an up-to-date profile and strategies to do so. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nOverview of MWBE Online Directory​\nOptimizing Business Description and Past Performance​\nCommodity Code Enrollment and Responding to Opportunities​\nImplementing changes: SBS Connect and PASSPort ​\nStrategies on Implementing Changes and Maintaining Profiles\n\nTOPICS: \n\nSBS Connect\nPASSPort\nMWBE Online Directory\nCommodity Codes\nResponding to procurement opportunities\nSBS Connect Profile Strategies\nSBS Connect Profile Management\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND: \n\nMWBE Certified Businesses\nMWBE Subcontractors & Prime Contractors\nMWBE Businesses struggling to find procurement opportunities\nMWBEs who would like assistance/guidance with SBS Connect and PASSPort\nNew MWBEs\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars. \n\n\n\n\n\n                                                 REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-optimizing-nyc-online-business-profiles-4/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250626T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250626T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250527T134457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T134457Z
UID:3233-1750932000-1750939200@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Marketing Strategies for Government Contracts
DESCRIPTION:This workshop helps MWBEs develop effective marketing strategies to engage with government buyers. Participants will learn to define their value proposition\, create compelling elevator pitches\, and craft targeted capability statements. Key topics include identifying the right audience\, understanding procurement needs\, and mastering virtual communication. \nTopics Covered\n\nCreating your marketing strategy\nDefining your firm’s value proposition\nDefining your firm’s brand strategy\nCommunicating your value proposition through brand strategy\nUtilizing online profiles\nDeveloping effective communication in virtual environments\nLeveraging M/WBE utilization goals\nConstructing follow-up tactics\n\nWho Should Attend\n\nBusiness Owners/Executives interested in increasing opportunities through government contracting.\nSmall Business owners\nNewly certified Minority and Women Owned Businesses (M/WBEs)\nFirms struggling with securing procurement opportunities\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \nRegister here.
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-marketing-strategies-for-government-contracts-2/
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250625T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250527T134152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T134152Z
UID:3232-1750845600-1750852800@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Generating Revenue Through NYC Discretionary Spending
DESCRIPTION:Every day\, the government buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services from businesses. In an ongoing effort to assist businesses interested in selling to the government\, the New York City Department of Small Business Services APEX Accelerator offers Technical Assistance. \n\n\n\n\nThe MWBE Small Purchasing Program offers MWBEs the opportunity to engage in government contracting. Participants will learn about eligibility requirements\, procurement policies\, and the vendor selection process. The program covers strategies for marketing and networking with government buyers\, along with tools like SBS Connect and PASSPort to access opportunities. Topics also include the history and impact of small purchasing programs\, as well as best practices for engaging with discretionary purchases. By the end\, MWBEs will be equipped to effectively communicate and navigate the government procurement process \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nUnderstanding MWBE Small Purchasing Program\nEligibility Requirements\nHow Agency Buyers Select Vendors\nStrategies for Marketing and Networking with Government Buyers\n\nTOPICS \n\nHistory of Small Purchasing Programs\nImpact and Opportunities of Small Purchasing Programs\nProcurement Policy Rules\nHow to Engage with Discretionary Purchases\nSBS Connect\nPASSPort\nEligibility Requirements for MWBE Small Purchasing Programs\nVendor selection process\nCommunication strategies with Government Buyers\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND \n\nNew MWBEs\nMWBE firms who need assistance with Small Purchasing Programs\nFirms unfamiliar with Discretionary Funding\nFirms curious about how to access/find Discretionary Funding opportunities\nMWBEs struggling with securing contracts\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-generating-revenue-through-nyc-discretionary-spending/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250522T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250522T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250319T170712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T171042Z
UID:3144-1747908000-1747915200@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Cost Estimating for Construction Firms
DESCRIPTION:By the end of this workshop\, contractors should be able to generate accurate cost estimates for contraction and construction-related services. Contractors will also learn how to effectively price to win contracts\, determine overhead and profits\, and much more. \n\n\n\n\nYou Will Learn:\n\nUnderstanding the Scope of Work\nAccurate Takeoff of Quantities\nResponsible and Competitive Unit Pricing\nOrganized Bid Process\nEvaluation of Risk\nDetermining the Cost of Doing Business (Brick & Mortar Trade Costs [Or Hard Costs]; Overhead\, Such as Fees\, Expenses\, Rates\, etc.)\nTips for Automating Estimating Templates\nPricing to Win\nKey Elements of a Cost Proposal for Construction Services\nTips on How to Determine Overhead & Profit\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\nBusiness Owners/Executives bidding on Public Works Contracts.\nSmall Business Owners\nMinority and Women Owned Businesses (M/WBE) who are interested in prime or subcontracting on government bids.\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-cost-estimating-for-construction-firms-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250521T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250521T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250319T170614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T170944Z
UID:3143-1747821600-1747828800@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Cost Estimating for Professional Services
DESCRIPTION:By the end of this workshop\, contractors should be able to generate accurate cost estimates for goods and professional services. Business owners will also learn how to effectively price to win contracts\, determine overhead and profits\, and much more. \n\n\n\n\nThis course teaches essential pricing and estimation strategies\, covering key topics like pricing formulas\, cost types\, estimating techniques\, document preparation\, and effective pricing for products and services. Participants will gain the skills needed to confidently price and estimate costs for business success. \nYou Will Learn:\n\nNot-To-Exceed Pricing\nCost Considerations\nIndependent Contractors vs. Employees\nGeneral and Administrative Costs\nStrategies to Obtain Cost Effective Quotes from Suppliers\n\nWho Should Attend?\n\nBusiness Owners/Executives bidding on Goods\, Standard and Professional Service Contracts\nSmall Business Owners\nMinority and Women Owned Businesses (M/WBE) who are interested in prime or subcontracting on government bids.\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-cost-estimating-for-professional-services-3/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250424T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250319T170350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T170350Z
UID:3142-1745488800-1745496000@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Utilizing Checkbook NYC for Procurement Opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Every day\, the government buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services from businesses. In an ongoing effort to assist businesses interested in selling to the government\, the New York City Department of Small Business Services APEX Accelerator offers Technical Assistance. \n\n\n\n\nThis workshop will introduce you to Checkbook NYC\, a powerful tool for navigating New York City’s procurement landscape. Participants will gain a solid understanding of key terms and features\, enabling them to efficiently explore government spending data. The session will show how businesses can identify relevant agencies\, track payment patterns\, and use this information for market research to pinpoint opportunities. Special focus will be given to how MWBEs can leverage Checkbook NYC to align with agencies with strong diversity goals and spending habits\, identifying and targeting subcontracting and prime contractor opportunities\, and building strategic partnerships. Additionally\, the webinar will explore how businesses can use Checkbook NYC for marketing purposes\, refining pricing strategies by tracking agency spending trends. Finally\, we will demonstrate how combining Checkbook NYC with other resources\, like PASSPort\, creates a comprehensive approach to securing government contracts. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES \n\nFamiliarize participants with key terms and key features so they can properly and efficiently utilize checkbook NYC\nHelp business owners understand what types of businesses can best utilize checkbook NYC\nTeach attendees when it’s best to use Checkbook NYC as a research tool\nShow business owners how Checkbook can be used for marketing purposes\nTeach participants how to track different agencies spending habits to assist with pricing/cost estimating\nHow Checkbook NYC can be combined with other resources\n\nTOPICS \n– Introduction to Checkbook NYC \n– Checkbook NYC Key Terms and Features \n– Market Research with Checkbook NYC \n– Leveraging Checkbook NYC for MWBEs \n– Using Checkbook NYC for Marketing and Pricing \n– Combining Checkbook NYC with Other Resources \nWHO SHOULD ATTEND \n– MWBE Certified Businesses \n– MWBE Subcontractors & Prime Contractors \n– MWBE Businesses struggling to find procurement opportunities \n– MWBE’s who would like assistance/guidance with Checkbook NYC \n– New MWBE’s \n– Established MWBEs looking for partnerships \n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-utilizing-checkbook-nyc-for-procurement-opportunities/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250319T170229Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250319T170422Z
UID:3141-1745402400-1745409600@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Generating Revenue Through NYC Discretionary Spending
DESCRIPTION:Every day\, the government buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services from businesses. In an ongoing effort to assist businesses interested in selling to the government\, the New York City Department of Small Business Services APEX Accelerator offers Technical Assistance. \n\n\n\n\nThe MWBE Small Purchasing Program offers MWBEs the opportunity to engage in government contracting. Participants will learn about eligibility requirements\, procurement policies\, and the vendor selection process. The program covers strategies for marketing and networking with government buyers\, along with tools like SBS Connect and PASSPort to access opportunities. Topics also include the history and impact of small purchasing programs\, as well as best practices for engaging with discretionary purchases. By the end\, MWBEs will be equipped to effectively communicate and navigate the government procurement process \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES: \n\nUnderstanding MWBE Small Purchasing Program\nEligibility Requirements\nHow Agency Buyers Select Vendors\nStrategies for Marketing and Networking with Government Buyers\n\nTOPICS \n\nHistory of Small Purchasing Programs\nImpact and Opportunities of Small Purchasing Programs\nProcurement Policy Rules\nHow to Engage with Discretionary Purchases\nSBS Connect\nPASSPort\nEligibility Requirements for MWBE Small Purchasing Programs\nVendor selection process\nCommunication strategies with Government Buyers\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND \n\nNew MWBEs\nMWBE firms who need assistance with Small Purchasing Programs\nFirms unfamiliar with Discretionary Funding\nFirms curious about how to access/find Discretionary Funding opportunities\nMWBEs struggling with securing contracts\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-ptac-generating-revenue-through-nyc-discretionary-spending-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250228T160631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250314T191127Z
UID:3131-1743069600-1743076800@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Responding to RFPs
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery day\, the government buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services from businesses. In an ongoing effort to assist businesses interested in selling to the government\, the New York City Department of Small Business Services APEX Accelerator offers Technical Assistance. \n\n\n\n\nThis workshops equips participants with the knowledge and tools to navigate the RFP process\, strategically evaluate opportunities\, and submit competitive proposals. \nThis workshop is designed to help participants navigate the NYC procurement process and successfully respond to RFPs. Attendees will learn how to use PASSPort to identify key submission requirements and develop a structured Go/No Go decision-making process to evaluate opportunities. The workshop covers how to prepare a compliant and competitive technical and cost proposal\, while addressing key requirements such as diversity participation goals. Participants will also gain insights into post-submission strategies\, including debriefs and Freedom of Information requests\, to improve future proposals. By the end\, they will be equipped to evaluate\, prepare\, and submit successful proposals while ensuring compliance with MWBE and subcontracting goals. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n\nUnderstanding how to navigate PASSPort for NYC procurement opportunities.\nDeveloping a Go/No Go decision-making process to evaluate RFP opportunities.\nStructuring and preparing a responsive technical and cost proposal.\nComplying with key RFP requirements and addressing diversity participation goals.\nImplementing post-submission strategies\, including debriefs and Freedom of Information requests.\n\nTOPICS\n\nPASSPort for procurement opportunities\nTips\, tricks\, and strategies for responding to RFPs\nTechnical and cost proposal structuring\nDiversity Participation goals\nPost-submission strategies (win or lose)\nAligning your proposal to solicitation requirements\nCompliance requirements\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND:\n\nMWBE Contractors\nSmall Business Owners\nProcurement Professionals\nNewly Certified MWBE firms\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars. \nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-ptac-responding-to-rfps-3/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:SBS-APEX Accelerator
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20250326T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20250326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260805T102054
CREATED:20250228T160300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T160437Z
UID:3130-1742983200-1742990400@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Preparing for Networking Events
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\nEvent lasts 2 hours\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery day\, the government buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services from businesses. In an ongoing effort to assist businesses interested in selling to the government\, the New York City Department of Small Business Services APEX Accelerator offers Technical Assistance. \n\n\n\n\nThis workshop helps participants enhance their networking and communication skills by identifying target audiences\, mastering communication tools\, and learning proper etiquette. It also covers effective strategies for following up to turn connections into long-term opportunities. \nThis workshop focuses on enhancing your networking and communication skills to build meaningful professional relationships. Participants will learn how to identify and engage their target audience effectively\, ensuring their networking efforts are focused and impactful. The session covers mastering communication tools and understanding the proper etiquette to navigate various networking environments with confidence. Additionally\, strategies for successful follow-up will be explored\, emphasizing how to maintain connections and turn them into long-term opportunities. By the end of this workshop\, participants will be equipped with the skills to network strategically and communicate professionally. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n\nIdentifying Your Target Audience\nMastering Networking Communication Tools\nLearning Proper Communication Etiquette\nImportant Strategies for Following Up Success\n\nTOPICS\n\nIdentify/engaging with target audiences at events\nUnderstanding how and when to effectively use communication tools\nProper communication etiquette\nHow to navigate different communication environments\nStrategies to ensure successful follow-up for relationship development and maintenance\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\n\nNew and Existing MWBEs\nFirms looking to expand their network\nBusinesses looking to expand into NYC\nThose looking for partnership opportunities\nBusinesses struggling with networking\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov  \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-apex-technical-assistance-preparing-for-networking-events/
CATEGORIES:SBS-APEX Accelerator
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SUMMARY:SBS-PTAC: Contract Management Series - Prime & Subcontractor Relationships
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\nEvent lasts 2 hours\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvery day\, the government buys billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services from businesses. In an ongoing effort to assist businesses interested in selling to the government\, the New York City Department of Small Business Services APEX Accelerator offers this six-part Contract Management series. \n\n\n\n\nBuilding Strong Prime and Subcontractor Relationships: Strategies for Success \nCollaborating effectively with subcontractors is essential for delivering quality results and meeting contractual obligations. Whether you’re a prime contractor or a subcontractor\, understanding the dynamics of these relationships can significantly impact your ability to succeed in government contracting. \nThis workshop is designed to help Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (M/WBEs) build\, maintain\, and enhance strong prime and subcontractor partnerships. \nWhy This Workshop Matters: Effective prime-subcontractor relationships are the backbone of successful projects. From creating clear agreements to resolving disputes\, this workshop provides practical insights to help you manage these partnerships effectively while meeting MWBE compliance requirements. \nWhat You’ll Gain: \n\nMaster Agreement Types: Understand the key elements of teaming agreements\, subcontractor agreements\, and joint ventures to ensure clarity and compliance.\nEnhance Communication: Learn strategies for building trust and maintaining open communication with subcontractors.\nStreamline Payments: Get insights on payment schedules\, progress payments\, and handling overdue payments to strengthen partnerships.\nNavigate Disputes: Explore remedies for contractual issues\, including mediation\, arbitration\, and termination clauses\, to protect your business.\nEnsure Compliance: Understand MWBE-specific requirements\, including pre-approval for termination of subcontractors\, to maintain contract integrity.\n\nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nThe fundamentals of different agreement types\, including roles\, responsibilities\, and financial contributions.\nBest practices for managing subcontractor relationships\, payment processes\, and compliance.\nHow to address contractual disputes and enforce clear terms to mitigate risks.\nThe importance of MWBE-specific considerations in NYC contracts.\n\nWho Should Attend? This workshop is ideal for M/WBE owners\, project managers\, and contracting professionals looking to strengthen their skills in managing prime and subcontractor relationships. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to improve collaboration\, ensure compliance\, and protect your business. Reserve your spot today and gain the tools to build lasting and successful partnerships! \n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars in our Contract Management Series. \n\nContract Award Process\nPrime and Subcontractor Relationships\nRecordkeeping and Reporting\nContract Management and Performance Evaluations\nH R Management\nProject Management for Professional Services\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-ptac-contract-management-series-prime-subcontractor-relationships-6/
CATEGORIES:NYC Small Business Services,SBS-APEX Accelerator
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UID:3107-1740650400-1740657600@jkasolutions.com
SUMMARY:SBS-APEX: Basics of Subcontracting for Construction Firms
DESCRIPTION:About this event\n\n\nEvent lasts 2 hours\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis course helps construction firms navigate subcontracting opportunities by covering key topics such as subcontracting agreement types\, maintaining strong vendor relationships\, managing payments\, and resolving contractual issues. Participants will gain practical strategies to optimize subcontracting processes\, improve collaboration\, and handle disputes effectively. \n\n\n\n\nThis workshop is designed for construction firms seeking to maximize subcontracting opportunities while ensuring smooth\, efficient operations. It covers the overview of subcontracting agreement types\, helping businesses understand the various contract structures available. Participants will learn strategies for maintaining strong vendor relations\, ensuring long-term collaboration and trust. The course also provides essential strategies for managing subcontractor payments\, ensuring timely and accurate transactions. Finally\, it addresses remedies for resolving contractual issues\, equipping firms with the tools to effectively manage disputes and maintain compliance. By the end\, participants will be prepared to optimize subcontracting arrangements and strengthen their business operations. \nLEARNING OBJECTIVES:\n\nOverview of agreement types ​\nStrategies for maintaining vendor relations​\nStrategies for managing subcontractor payments​\nRemedies for addressing contractual issues\n\nTOPICS\n\nTeaming agreements\nSubcontractor agreements\nJoint venture agreements\nThe importance of vendor relationship management\nHow to handle claims and record keeping\nBest practices for subcontracting\nRemedies for contractual issues\nPayment and invoice management practices\n\nWHO SHOULD ATTEND\n\nNewly NYC certified MWBEs for construction services\nNYC MWBEs looking for new/more opportunities\nNYC MWBEs who have not secured a contract yet\nFirms who are new to government procurement\nBusinesses who are new to B2B agreements\nSmaller NYC MWBEs trying to expand\nSubcontractors looking for partnerships/agreements\n\n\n\n\n\nDon’t have a registered business yet?\nThe NYC SBS offers free business courses to guide NYC entrepreneurs as they start\, operate\, and grow their businesses. Courses are available on core topics in entrepreneurship\, including business planning\, financing\, and marketing\, and are accessible in multiple languages\, including Spanish\, Chinese\, and Russian. \nView upcoming live\, online courses\, hosted by our Business Solution Centers (BSC) which are available through registration on Eventbrite. \n\n\n\n\nWebinar Registration Information\nIn order to receive a link to join the webinar\, your registration form must be fully completed. \nA Zoom Registration Link will be distributed prior to the webinar for successful registrations. \nIf there are any problems with your registration\, or you do not receive a link\, please contact us directly at apexaccelerator@sbs.nyc.gov. \n\n\n\n\nReminder\nAll webinar attendees are required to be registered individually for this workshop. \nMultiple tickets may be selected per order; there is a checkbox that will allow company information to be applied to all attendees. Simply update the name\, job title\, and email address per each attendee. \n\n\n\n\nWe invite you to check the NYC Department of Small Business Services Eventbrite page for information on upcoming webinars. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nREGISTER FOR THIS EVENT
URL:https://jkasolutions.com/event/sbs-ptac-basics-of-subcontracting-for-construction-firms-2/
LOCATION:Online Event
CATEGORIES:SBS-APEX Accelerator
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