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SUMMARY:California State Matchmaking Summit: From Certification to Connection with State & Utility Buyers
DESCRIPTION:Come get Certified and Get Connected to State and Utility Buyers! \nIn response to the devastating wildfires that swept through Southern California and communities throughout the state\, the Department of General Services (DGS) launched a comprehensive emergency response project to help restore and rebuild. That effort continues—and we’re calling on suppliers like you to take part in the recovery. This is a unique opportunity to contract with the State of CA as small business. \nWhen you attend this event you’ll not only unlock opportunites with the State of California on this initiave but will also have the opportunity to match with SoCalGas and meet with representatives from SoCal Edison! \nThis event is designed to help you start your certification application process\, connect directly with State and utility buyers\, and engage in a sponsor appreciation reception to network with agency partners\, prime contractors\, and fellow businesses in a relaxed setting as well as a matchmaking event directly with buyers. \nThe Department of General Services (DGS) is actively seeking partnerships with companies like IT\, engineering\, real estate\, environmental services\, healthcare sectors\, Telecommunications media services\, Building and Facility Construction and Maintenance Services\, Defense and Law Enforcement and Security and Safety Equipment and Supplies\, Electrical Systems and Lighting and Components and Accessories and Supplies\, Editorial and Design and Graphic and Fine Art Services—don’t miss your chance to be part of it! \n  \nREGISTER \n  \n*Please review the requirements and recommendations below. \n  \n\nWHAT TO EXPECT\nAGENDA \n8:00 AM – 9:00 AM: Registration 9:00 AM – 9:20 AM: Procurement Panel Discussion \n9:30 AM – 11:45 AM: Certification Workshop Led by DGS – Learn how to get certified and procurement-ready \n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch (Provided) \n1:15 PM – 4:00 PM: BIZMATCH – Business Matchmaking One-on-one meetings with public and private sector buyers (Buyer list and procurement focus areas shared at event) \n4:00 PM – 6:00 PM: Sponsor Appreciation Reception\, a networking celebration honoring our sponsors and community partners \nPlease remember to bring your laptop\, uploaded financial documents\, copies of your capability statements\, and business cards. \nYour ticket includes access to the event as well as breakfast and lunch. \n*Please note that this event is the in-person portion of a 3-part series which covers: \nSession 1 (ONLINE): How To Do Business With The State Of California Wednesday\, June 4\, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM \nSession 2 (IN -PERSON): California State Matchmaking Summit: From Certification to Connection with State & Utility Buyers | June 10\, 2025 | 8:00 AM -6:30 PM | Delta Hotel by Marriott\, 2200 E Holt Ave\, Ontario CA 91761 \nSession 3 (ONLINE): I’m Certified. Now What? Wednesday\, June 18\, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM \nBy registering on this page\, you are signing up for the in-person event only. Please visit this link to register for the online sessions at no cost. \n  \n\nMEET OUR SPEAKERS\nProcurement Panel \n\nMarta Alejandrez-Carrera\, Certification Branch Manager\, Office of Small Business & DVBE Services (OSDS)\nAnne Muchiri\, Supplier Diversity Project Manager\, SoCalGas\n\nCertification Workshop Team \n\nMarta Alejandrez-Carrera\, Certification Branch Manager\, Office of Small Business & DVBE Services (OSDS)\nCookie Candelario\, Certification Officer\, Office of Small Business and Disabled Veteran Enterprise Services (OSDS)\nNorma Curiel\, Staff Services Manager I and Certification Trainer\, Office of Small Business and Disabled Veteran Enterprise Services (OSDS)\nJulio Rodriguez\, Certification Officer\, Office of Small Business and Disabled Veteran Enterprise Services (OSDS)\n\n  \n\nMEET WITH BIZMATCH FACILITATORS\nSTATE ADVOCATES \n\nDamon Dorn\, SB Outreach Coordinator\, Agency: CA High-Speed Rail Authority – DGS\nMarcus Delfin\, EPA\, SB/DVBE Advocate\, SB Liaison\, Agency: CA Military Department – DGS\nPaige Johnson\, Advocate\, Contracts and Procurement Services\, Agency: CA Department of Social Services – DGS\nMyrna Tanudjaja\, Small Business Liaison\, Agency: Caltrans District 7 – DGS\n\nSOCAL GAS \n\nAnne Muchiri\, Supplier Diversity Project Manager\n\nPRIME CONTRACTORS \n\nElizabeth Tene and Albert Tene\, Prime Contractors\, Company: Access General Contracting\, Inc.\nPriya Pratap\, Prime Contractor\, Environmental Project Manager\, Company: NV5\n\n  \n\nWho should attend? \nAll small business owners—whether certified or not—certified SB/DVBE firms\, and anyone eager to secure state contracts are welcome to join us.\n \nRecommendations and requirements: \n\nLearn more about other Requirements & Information\nPlease bring your laptop with uploaded financial documents\, copies of your capability statements\, and business cards.\n\nFuture Sponsorships \nAre you interested in sponsoring a future workshop event or webinar? Please contact Maria M. Solano at mmsolano@nlbwa-ie.org \nWant to support our #NLBWAIE mission? Become a volunteer or donate to one of our causes.
URL:https://nlbwa-ie.org/event/california-state-matchmaking-summit-from-certification-to-connection-with-state-utility-buyers/
LOCATION:Delta Hotel by Marriott\, 2200 E Holt Blvd\, Ontario\, CA\, 91761
CATEGORIES:Business Connect
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SUMMARY:How to Do Business with the State of California & Meet Certification Requirements
DESCRIPTION:Are you a small business whose interested in learning more about getting certified? Don’t miss this valuable opportunity to learn what it takes to get certified and work with Utilities and the State of California! \nJoin our engaging three-part virtual and in-person series designed to educate small businesses about the State of California’s certification process and how to compete for state and utility contracts. You’ll receive information on how to get certified\, connect with procurement professionals\, and avoid common pitfalls. \nLearning about the certification process is the first step—let us teach you what it takes to get certified confidently and clearly! \nThen\, join us for step 2 on June 10th to begin the process of getting certified. At our in-person California State Matchmaking Summit: From Certification to Connection with State and Utility Buyers\, you will meet and connect with state and utility buyers. You can purchase your ticket here. \nLastly\, join us for step 3 to learn how to leverage the buyer connections you made to turn them into contracting opportunities for your small business! \n  \n\nSession 1 (ONLINE): How To Do Business With The State Of California Wednesday\, June 4\, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\nLearn the essentials of working with the state: \n\nSB/DVBE certification Using Cal eProcure\nFinding bid opportunities\nResearching past purchases\nConnecting with SB/DVBE Advocates\nUnderstanding Commercially Useful Function\nAvailable business resources\n\nSPEAKER: Mariela Whyte\nBilingual Business Outreach Liaison \nOffice of Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business \n  \n\nSession 2 (IN -PERSON): California State Matchmaking Summit: From Certification to Connection with State & Utility Buyers | June 10\, 2025 | 8:00 AM -6:30 PM | Delta Hotel by Marriott\, 2200 E Holt Ave\, Ontario CA 91761 \nThis event is designed to help you start your certification application process\, connect directly with State and utility buyers\, and engage in a sponsor appreciation reception to network with agency partners\, prime contractors\, and fellow businesses in a relaxed setting as well as a matchmaking event. Learn more and register below. \nRegister here \n  \n\n  \nSession 3 (ONLINE): I’m Certified. Now What? Wednesday\, June 18\, 2025 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM\nTake your knowledge further: \n\nAcquisition methods\nExempt contracts\nLeveraged Procurement Agreements\nProcurement do’s and don’ts.\nCommercially Useful Function\nPractical resources to support you\n\nSPEAKER: Joann Patty\nBilingual Business Outreach Liaison \nOffice of Small Business and Disabled Veteran Business \n  \nREGISTER HERE \n  \n\n  \nWho Should Attend? All small business owners—whether certified or not—as well as certified SB/DVBE firms and anyone eager to secure state contracts are welcome to join us. \nElevate your business to new heights! Enhance your contracting journey and unlock exciting avenues for growth and success! \n*Please note: This registration page is for the online portion of the event series only. To complete your registration for the in person event please visit this link. \nRecommendations and requirements:\n\nThis is a secure online (zoom) meeting. All participants are required to register on their zoom account 48 hours prior to the event.\n\nFuture Sponsorships \nAre you interested in sponsoring a future workshop event or webinar? Please contact Maria M. Solano at mmsolano@nlbwa-ie.org \nWant to support our #NLBWAIE mission? Become a volunteer or donate to one of our causes.
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