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SUMMARY:Introduction to Federal Contracting
DESCRIPTION:The North Carolina Military Business Center will host “Introduction to Federal Contracting” virtually on the following dates:  \n\nFebruary 4\, 2026 from 0900 -1030\nMay 13\, 2026 from 0900 – 1030\nAugust 12\, 2026 from 0900 – 1030\nNovember 18\, 2026 from 0900 -1030\n\nAbout. This training is an introduction to doing business with the federal government. Topics trained include: levels of federal purchasing; how the federal government buys products\, construction and engineering and non-personal services; marketing a business to the federal government; socio-economic small business programs; registering as a federal contractor; locating\, identifying and responding to federal business opportunities; and resources available to assist federal contractors in North Carolina.  \nRegistration. This is a free webinar; however\, pre-registration is required in order to receive the virtual platform credentials. Credentials will be emailed out a few days prior to the training.  \nRegister. 
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SUMMARY:Government Contracting for Manufacturers: Turning Capability into Opportunity Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Many North Carolina manufacturers have the capabilities\, quality standards\, and capacity that government agencies seek but few are tapping into this multi-billion-dollar market. This one-hour webinar introduces manufacturers to the fundamentals of federal contracting and how their products\, processes\, and certifications align with government purchasing needs. \nParticipants will learn how the federal marketplace works\, what agencies buy manufactured goods\, how to identify and qualify opportunities\, and how to position their business for success. The session will also highlight how the North Carolina Military Business Center (NCMBC) connects manufacturers to federal buyers and primes through tools like MatchForce and strategic industry initiatives. \nWhen. February 4\, 2026 \nWhere. Online \nKey Topics Covered: \n\nUnderstanding the scale and structure of federal procurement\nHow manufacturers fit into the government supply chain\nCommon pathways to enter the market (prime vs. subcontractor)\nWhere and how to find opportunities (MatchForce\, SAM.gov\, DLA DIBBS)\nCertifications\, registrations\, and readiness basics\nHow NCMBC supports manufacturers with business development and technology\n\nRegister
URL:https://www.ncmbc.us/event/government-contracting-for-manufacturers-turning-capability-into-opportunity-webinar/
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