Introduction to GSA Schedules. This workshop will cover the basics of GSA Multiple Award Schedules.
Topics include:
What is a GSA Schedule
Determine if a schedule is a good fit for your business
Where to start the process

Learn how to best utilize the Ohio Business Matchmaker for your business. Receive informationon how to maximize registration to result in the maximum number of business to government matches. Best practices regarding what to do during and after the event to ensure follow-up opportunities.

Learn the basics of setting up a pipeline of federal opportunities through market research. During this training, businesses will learn:
a. Utilization of the Federal Procurement Data System
b. Utilization of USA Spending
c. What are procurement forecasts and how can they assist in business development?
d. Best Practices to determine whether to submit or not submit a proposal.

Learn about important resources and assistance available to small businesses pursuing federal contracts. In this training, businesses will learn:

a. What is an Apex Accelerator and how do they assist small businesses in government contracting?
b. What is a Capabilities Statement and how can it strengthen the message of your business’ capabilities to government agencies?c. What are set asides and how do they impact doing business with the government?
d. What are Industry Days/Networking events and how are they used in business development?