Procurement Specialty Services

2008 Procurement Expo

Thursday, June 19, 2008
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Michael B. Gilligan Student Union
New Jersey City University
2039 Kennedy Blvd.,
Jersey City

Don’t Delay, Register Today and Save!
Register by Wednesday, April 30, 2008 and the cost is just $65.00 per person;
After Saturday, May 31, 2008 the cost is $70.00 per person;
Register June 1 including on-site and the cost is $80.00 per person

More information

NJSBDC Procurement Counseling Road Tour 2008

NJSBDC Procurement Services program has set dates at the NJSBDC network regional centers over the coming year to meet with clients. To request a meeting at a regional center, check the Road Trip schedule and then Request Consulting, selecting the appropriate regional center for the county, designate the date in the "preferred date" field and request "procurement" in the "Nature of Assistance" field.

Skanska Graduation Photo Gallery

NJSBDC Procurement Program

Procurement Resoures

For more information call
Stephanie Burroughs
Stephanie Burroughs
Procurement Services Director
973/353-5960 sburroughs@njsbdc.com
NJSBDC, Rutgers Business School
43 Bleeker Street
Newark, NJ 07102

News and Events:

10.20.08 10:37 Greener Pastures: The Path from Green to Profit
You are invited to attend a sustainability event hosted by A2X Consulting on May 20 from 4-7 pm at 290 Route 10 in Livingston.

Greener Pastures will address easy and immediate ways for businesses to save money by going green.

The event will focus on a variety of sustainability topics including:

- energy reduction
- waste reduction
- incentives for going green
- energy procurement
- using green programs to increase morale and revenue

For more information, please send an email to Jennifer Krauss at Jennifer@A2Xconsulting.com or call (973) 994-7950 x303.

Date: May 20, 2008

Location & Time
290 Route 10
Livingston NJ
4:00pm-7:00pm

Admission Cost
(space is limited)
until May 12
after May 12

Event Format
Company Exhibits & Networking:
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Presentations:
5:00pm - 6:30 pm

Additional Networking:
6:30pm til close of event
Agenda and Registration

07.24.08 05:17 National Hispanic Business Group 23rd Annual Gala
The National Hispanic Business Group Gala Provides:

A great networking opportunity with the most influential and successful Hispanic business persons in the country, as well as other leaders from Corporate America.

An opportunity to meet both our present and past Gala honorees who have included many prominent business leaders in the private sector as well as distinguished government officials.

An opportunity to place your products and services in the forefront of the expanding Hispanic markets.
More Information

06.24.08 00:00 U.S. Dept. of Energy - 9th Annual Small Business Conference - June 24 - 26, 2008
Venue: Grand Hyatt of San Antonio, Texas
Date: June 24 - 26, 2008
Price: 5.00 per person
Exhibitors Welcome

The Department of Energy is committed to increasing the contracting opportunities awarded to small and disadvantaged businesses. The opportunities are great! DOE purchases over billion worth of goods and services annually including facility management, remediation, construction, research and development, management and scientific consulting, plate work manufacturing, administrative services, data processing, security, engineering, and waste treatment and disposal.

Key Highlights: Plenary Session; Matching Forum; Exhibit Hall

Click below for more info
Schedule and Registration

06.19.08 19:46 NJSBDC 17th ANNUAL PROCUREMENT EXPO 2008 - THURSDAY, JUNE 19, 2008 - NJ City University, Jersey City, NJ
Check our Expo Website for full details about this phenomenal statewide Expo. Imagine 17 years of successful exhibits; workshops; matchmaking; networking and more importantly providing procurement contacts leading to succesful contracting with state, federal, local and corporations.
Sponsor/Exhibitor/Advertisor/Attendee Registration

05.27.08 00:00 Join CelebrAsian '08 "Business Beyond Boundaries: Here & Abroad"
May 27 - 29, 2008
Hilton Washington
Washington, DC


At CelebrAsian '08, we will bring sellers and buyers together, for three days, and under one roof! This conference will grow your business through one-on-one prescheduled meetings, valuable connections, prized information, partnership and teamwork— strategic relationships that could lead to real, business opportunities.





More Info and Registration

05.22.08 06:32 8th Annual Women and Small Business Conference
Diversity-Turning Barriers into Bridges

Thursday, May 22th, 2008

The 8th Annual Women and Small Business Conference for Disadvantaged, Veteran, Minority and Women Business Owners will take place on Thursday, May 22th, 2008 at Kean University, 1000 Morris Ave. Union, NJ 07083, (908) 737-KEAN from 8 A.M. to 1 P.M.

The Conference, sponsored, by DiversityPlus Magazine, New Jersey Small Business Development Center at Kean University, and the Small Business Administration, is geared towards attracting qualified women and minority business owners looking for an opportunity to do business with corporate America and the government.

This year's theme "Diversity-Turning Barriers into Bridges," focuses on helping firms enhance their business skills and access contracting opportunities in the tri-state area estimated at billion. There will be 2 workshops, Improve Profits and Performance with Business Coaching, and The Secret to Bidding and Winning RFPs. During the Exhibitor Showcase from 9 A.M. to 1:00 P.M., conference registrants will have an opportunity to meet and interface with General Contractors and key Procurement Specialists and Certification Managers from major corporations and governmental agencies. They will also have an opportunity to market their services and hear directly from conference sponsors and exhibitors about contracting opportunities.

Conference Registration

05.14.08 17:42 “How to Obtain a GSA Schedules Contract”
Northeast and Caribbean Region - “How to Obtain a GSA Schedules Contract” This in-depth workshop will cover:

· The process of getting on GSA’s Schedule
· How to access government solicitations
· The most significant sections of an offer
· How to submit an offer
· The evaluation and award process

Date:
Wednesday
May 14, 2008
Time:
9am-1pm
(Please arrive at 8:30 to sign in)

Place:
26 Federal Plaza
New York City, 10278

Enter in the Broadway St. pavilion
Room: 3105 - 31st floor
PHOTO ID REQUIRED!
Please bring a copy of this flyer with you.
Free admission! Seating is limited.

(Go to GSA Events on the right hand side of the and click on GSA Schedules
Contract Training)

Please be sure to review the “Frequently Ask Questions” document on the
website above to ensure that this workshop is appropriate for your
company.



Contact Information:

Email: R2.SBUC@gsa.gov

Telephone:
212-264-8265
Register now at:

05.08.08 08:00 BEAT THE SQUEEZE! Find Out How Your Business Can Prosper in a Tough Economy
A recession doesn't have to be a disaster for smart small business owners!

At our May 8 Breakfast Networking Event, the Black Chamber of Commerce of Northern New Jersey will look at ways in which small businesses can use an economic downturn to make their companies better, stronger and more efficient.

A panel of experts will provide critical insight on business strategies, marketing, financial tips and more. With an economic downturn in sight, you can't afford to miss this timely event.




BCCNJ Breakfast Networking Event

Thursday May 8
8:00 am to 10:00 am

/Members
/Non-Members
0/Display Table Sponsorship

The Priory Restaurant
233 W. Market St.
Newark, NJ

More Info & Registration

05.04.08 12:54 Federal Contracts Report for 2007
Here's a bit of market reseach information to assist you with your search for determining your target market in the federal contracting arena in the state of New Jersey. Find out:

Top 5 Products or Services Sold
Top 5 Contracting Agencies Purchasing from Contractor(s)
Top 10 Contractors
Top 5 Known Congressional Districts where Work is Performed

Click the link below for the 2007 report.
NJ 2007 Federal Contracting Report

04.20.08 19:53 Schering Plough Seeking Small and Diverse Construction Management Companies
Schering Plough supplier diversity manager is seeking qualified small and diverse construction management companies for a -7M Project in Palo Alto, CA. The companies must have experience with projects for the Bio-Pharma industry.

In order to be considered for procurement opportunities, please complete the simple online registration process (see link below).

Registered suppliers may be considered for procurement opportunities and contacted when they become available in their specific commodity/service area.

Schering-Plough is a globally diverse and inclusive company committed to providing qualified, diverse-owned businesses with equal access to procurement opportunities.

Inquiries: supplierdiversity@spcorp..com

After you have registered at the site shown below for this particular opportunity; please e-mail procurement@njsbdc.com for further direct contact information.

Vendor Registration: https://suppliers.schering-plough.com/



Simple Online Registration Process

04.16.08 07:57 Looking for Office Space? Look No Further - The Incubator - The BOSS: Business One Stop Service
The Incubator
A Business Incubator renting short and long term space within a professional building housing and facilitating professionals, small businesses, business / workforce development agencies, and non-profit/ faith based organizations.

The Incubator is conveniently located within the booming revitalization of downtown Plainfield , walking distance from municipal parking and NJ Transit downtown station.

The Incubator is a Plainfield One-Stop Partner in Union County, linking recruiting, training, screening, human services, employment services, city, county, state and federal agencies all under one roof.

Rental Space Currently Available -
Conference Room (By The Hour Or Day)
- Training Room
- Office Space
- 6,000 Sq Ft Warehouse With Drive Up Ramp

We are coveniently located two blocks from the
corner of Park Avenue and Front Street in downtown Plainfield, NJ.

Location:
320 Park Avenue
Plainfield, NJ 07060

For rental information call:

Phone: 908-757-5155 ext. 2
Fax: 908-757-8398
Details Here

04.11.08 15:28 APRIL AND MAY 2008 CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT OPPORTUNITIES AT NEWARK LIBERTY INT'L. AND TETERBORO AIRPORTS
April and May Construction Opportunities at Newark Airport - The Port Authority of NY & NJ
Contract Opportunities

03.16.08 20:24 NJSBDC PROCUREMENT PROGRAMS 2008 ROADTRIP COUNSELING SCHEDULE
The NJSBDC Procurement Programs team are making their way around the state to counsel minority, women and small business owners at our 11 centers around the State of NJ. The NJSBDC has 11 regional centers and 27 affiliate offices covering all of the state's counties. Check our calendar to see where we'll be and call the center nearest you to schedule a procurement counseling appointment. You can find the telephone numbers at www.njsbdc.com/contact.
Counseling Schedule

03.16.08 20:16 ADVERTISE IN THE NJSBDC 17TH ANNUAL PROCUREMENT EXPO PROGRAM JOURNAL
Ensure a lasting presence by advertising in our Expo Program Journal. Click on the advertising pricing and advertise registration form links for more information.

• All ads must be in high resolution PDF format
• All ads must be submitted via e-mail: procureexpo@njsbdc.com

All advertisements must be submitted by May 16, 2008 (no exceptions).

For more information about advertising and the Expo go to: www.njsbdc.com/procurement/2008
Online payment

03.16.08 20:08 NJSBDC 2008 PROCUREMENT PROGRAMS WORKSHOP SCHEDULE
Get up to date information on state, federal and local government and public agency contracting programs. Find out how to become registered or certified for various preference programs.

Click below for the training schedule; check back periodically for updates. Register by calling the number for the specific workshop you wish to attend that is shown on the schedule.
Procurement Workshops Training Schedule

03.15.08 13:13 One Stop Shopping for State of NJ Contract Opportunities
How about this -- One-Stop Shopping! Find upcoming contract opportunities exceeding $ 29,000 for 56 state departments, agencies, commissions, authorities, schools and more!

Click the link below.

Need assistance surfing this site; contact us via e-mail to schedule a no cost
one-on-one counseling session; e-mail: procurement@njsbdc.com
Contracting Opportunities

03.15.08 11:31 Doing Business With Picatinny Arsenal
Learn how to do business with Picatinny Arsenal. If you have the following questions; view their website for the answers:

How do I start doing Business with DoD?
Where do I find contracting or subcontracting opportunities?
How do I submit bids and proposals?
Where can I find government regulations and technical data?

More Info

10.02.07 23:28 Meadowlands Stadium Construction Project - Skanska USA Builders, Inc.

Skanska is seeking construction companies owned by Minorities, Women and Small Businesses to participate on this exciting project. A project overview and trade specific target bid release dates are available for viewing.
Project Overview Click Here

02.18.07 00:00 NJ Treasury DPM&C, A & E and Construction Contracts and Procurement Projects and Advertisements
"Scopes of work for all design projects (routine/major) currently in the consultant selection process are now available on-line and can be found on the Project Advertisement pages."

A/E Major Contract Advertisements
Projects with design and construction administration fees over 0,000 are open for any appropriate prequalified firm to submit a proposal.

A/E Routine Contracts Advertisements
Projects with design and construction administration fees under 0,000 are only open to those prequalified firms who have been invited to participate upon being randomly selected from the Division's database.

Contractor Project Advertisements
Contractors must be classified in accordance with N.J.S.A. 52:35-1 et seq. and N.J.A.C. 17:19-2.1 et seq.

Click Here for Advertisements

02.01.07 00:00 SBA Online Training Courses for Business Development
The Small Business Training Network (SBTN) is a virtual campus providing quality and targeted online training to meet the information needs of prospective and existing small business owners.

It is an E-Government initiative, powering a comprehensive menu of business courses, designed to serve more customers, more efficiently. The Training Network operates like an electronic umbrella under which many SBA and agency resource training programs are captured, aggregated, sorted by content and made available in multiple formats.

Training Courses:

01.01.07 00:00 NJ Transit Contracting Opportunities
Check for daily or weekly updates to the NJ Transit procurement calendar
click here for bid opportunities

01.01.07 00:00 The Port Authority of NY & NJ Construction Contract Opportunities
Stay abreast of upcoming construction and professional services contract opportunities at The Port Authority of NY & NJ
Go to PANYNJ construction contracts page

01.01.07 00:00 The Port Authority of NY & NJ Purchasing Guide
Find out how to do business with the Port Authority of NY & NJ. Download the purchasing guide.
Click here for Purchasing Guide

01.01.07 00:00 The Port Authority of NY & NJ Contracts for Goods and Services
Click on link below to find out more. Check the web page weekly for updates.
Click here for general Goods and Services contracts

01.01.07 00:00 UMDNJ Upcoming Contract Opportunities
Interested in doing business with the University of Medicine and Dentistry of NJ? Bookmark this website and check it weekly.
Go to UMDNJ upcoming contracts
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