Need help cutting thru the RED TAPE of running YOUR business???

 POP The Nevada Procurement Outreach Program (POP) under the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED) works with Nevada businesses to expand into the government market, thereby creating jobs for Nevadans.  POP is responsible for assisting Nevada businesses statewide compete successfully in the government marketplace.  POP provides a wide range of services including workshops, individual counseling and easy access to bid opportunities, contract specifications and other information Nevada businesses need to obtain federal, state or local government contracts.  All of POP’s efforts help “level the playing field” for Nevada businesses in the government contracting arena. Many businesses consider the idea of selling their products or services to the government much too complicated and overwhelming.  In today’s marketplace, the government could become your best customer.  The Procurement Outreach Program (POP) helps simplify the process and cut through the red tape, connecting Nevada businesses with lucrative opportunities through: §  Education of the contracting business through seminars and workshops (sponsored or co-sponsored) and one-on-one discussions of a specific or general nature.§  Marketing your firm, whether you’re a manufacturer, distributor, service provider or construction contractor; brainstorming for specific targets and mechanics of how the purchases are executed; providing bid information and pro-actively marketing our clients with buying offices and prime contractors.§  Technical Assistance to include working with clients on quotes, bids, proposals, pre-award/post-award situations and compliance issues.§  Support Documentation to include forms, mil specs/mil standards, inspection and quality control, procurement history, clauses, reports, regulations, etc.§  E-Commerce links to support exchange of information through individual purchasing offices, downloads, announcements, etc.  A daily bid download and informal broadcasts are also provided directly to your e-mail.§  Networking Assistance to enhance visibility for business prospects, encourage opportunity teaming arrangements, identify other resources and create alliances to pursue industry specific programs such as set-asides, hi-tech, etc. POP is pleased to provide Nevada companies these services, without charge.   Procurement Outreach Specialist Huston Pullen will be in Boulder City  on Friday September 28, 2012 from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm to meet with Boulder City businesses and discuss the program. If you would like to schedule a time to meet with him please email hpullen@diversifynevada.com or call 702.486.2708 to schedule your appointment when he is at the Boulder City Chamber of Commerce. Walk-ins will be accepted.  Huston Pullen - Procurement SpecialistProcurement Outreach Program555 E Washington AveLas Vegas Nevada, 89101702-486-2708 (direct) 702-486-2701 (fax)www.diversifynevada.comhpullen@diversifynevada.com

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