Contracting 101: Essentials for Beginners

Learn the basics to get started in contracting with public and private agencies in this online workshop. 

Are you interested in contracting with the federal government, State of California, or local utilities but don't know where to start? This two-day webinar series is for you! By the end of this session, you will have a good understanding of what it means to be certified and how to begin the process of landing public and private contracts. 

Class One | Wednesday, Dec, 3, 2025

• Contracting - What is it?
• Contracting terms and bid types 
• Permits and licensing requirements/capacity 
• Define your service/product

Class Two | Thursday, Dec 4, 2025

• Identify your target market 
• Know your industry codes 
• Introduction to locating local bids
• Introduction to certifications

For more information, please email ietraining@ociesbdc.org