2025 Seminar- How to Do Business With Local Government

Are you interested in selling your products or services to local government agencies but aren’t sure where to start?

Join us for a powerful panel discussion featuring representatives from county, city, school district, and other public entities who will walk you through how to become a registered vendor, understand the bidding process, and position your business to compete for government contracts.

Whether you're a contractor, consultant, supplier, or service provider, this seminar will equip you with practical tools and insider knowledge to help you grow your business through public-sector work.

What You’ll Learn:

• How to register as a vendor with various local entities
• What types of goods and services government agencies typically purchase
• How and where to find open bids and RFPs
• Tips to strengthen your proposals and navigate procurement policies
• How to access opportunities for minority- and women-owned businesses

Panelists will represent:

• Manatee County Government
• City of Bradenton / City of Palmetto
• School District of Manatee County
• Local higher education institutions and utility/transit agencies