Join the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Washington Metro Area District Office with the  U.S. Department of Health and Human Service (HHS), the Office of the Secretary (OS) and the Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) on June 5, 2018.  HHS, OS, and the OSDBU is hosting a series of community outreach events. These events will educate small businesses about federal procurement.  Discussions and matchmaking sessions are scheduled with HHS and its opening division.

Event objectives include:

 Familiarize small businesses with the processes and procedures associated with federal government contracting

  •  Gain insight on identifying and pursuing contract opportunities with HHS
  • An opportunity for small businesses to meet with government representatives
  • Consider HHS spent over $23 Billion in contracts last year; $5 billion of them in prime contracts to small  businesses

When: Tuesday, June 5, 2018 from 7:00am to 5:00:pm

Where: NIH – Building 45, The Natcher Conference Center, Bethesda Maryland

Register Early: Registration for this seminar is free, however, seating is limited. Advanced registration is required for each person attending. There is a limit of two representatives per business.  The link to register is: http://www.cvent.com/events/-osdbu-2018-getting-back-2-business-small-business-outreach-event-bethesda/event-summary-B64268501722462B9E6FD5FBA2C796BF.aspx

Hear from the top HHS acquisition and program officials as they discuss how to find opportunities at HHS   * Gain insight on how to get HHS procurement ready   * Begin to build effective relationships with HHS and the top prime business who are currently doing business with HHS

Questions regarding registration should be submitted to [email protected] or call (202) 690-7300. The response will be returned within twenty-four (24) hours.  For more information,  please visit HHS website at:  www.hhs.gov/grants/small-business-programs.