Government Contracting 101: Laying the Groundwork for Success 7/1/25 (webinar)

Are you curious about selling your products or services to the government? While federal contracts often grab the spotlight, many small businesses find their first—and best—opportunities at the local and state levels. This introductory session will walk you through the essential first steps to help you build a strong business history and position yourself for long-term success in the government marketplace.

Join us to learn: How to assess your readiness and determine eligibility Where to start: local, state, and other accessible opportunities What it takes to effectively market your business to government buyers

The SBA’s Washington Metropolitan Area District Office will also share helpful resources for small businesses entering the government marketplace.

Whether you're just exploring the idea or ready to take the next step, this session will give you practical tools and insights to get started the right way.

Hosted by the Women's Business Center of Northern Virginia, this webinar is in partnership with:

• Maryland Women's Business Center | https://marylandwbc.org
• Maryland Capital Enterprises Women’s Business Center (WBC) | https://womensbusinesscenteratmarylandcapitalenterprises.org
• Women’s Business Center of Central Virginia | https://theinstitutenc.org/wbccentralva
• Capital Region Women’s Business Center | https://wacif.org/capitol-region-womens-business-center/
• Virginia APEX Accelerator | https://virginiaapex.org