Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTAC)Funded by the Department of Defense, PTACs are a nationwide network of centers devoted to providing practical, hands-on assistance for small businesses seeking government contracts at the federal, state and local level. PTACs provide assistance at every stage, from identifying potential customers and developing a marketing plan to understanding the bid process and complying with applicable regulations. For a list of PTACs, visit the Defense Logistics Agency website at http://www.dla.mil/db/procurem.htm. For more information about the program, visit http://www.aptac-us.org/new. Small Business Development Centers (SBDC)With over 1,000 centers nationwide, the SBDC network provides training to over 650,000 small businesses annually, and does not charge for most services. Many local SBDCs provide seminars, counseling, and special events to help small businesses take advantage of procurement opportunities. To find the SBDC nearest you, visit the Association of Small Business Development Centers website at http://www.asbdc-us.org. General Services Administration (GSA)GSA is the federal government's business manager, responsible for managing many government assets and buying a wide array of products and services. As such, it is a key resources for small businesses seeking to sell their products and services to the federal government. The GSA website at http://www.gsa.gov provides detailed information about how to sell and market your offerings to the federal government via GSA. |
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