A Program of the Maui Economic Development Board
 
 
Home > Programs

Contracting with the Federal Government Workshop
September 4, 2008

WHAT: The Maui Economic Development Board is pleased to present a half-day overview to small businesses on contracting fundamentals, understanding solicitations, and preparing proposals. This training will also cover considerations relative to Government vs. commercial contracting, and prime vs. subcontracting. Learn more about:

  • Contracting Fundamentals
    • What makes a contract (essential elements)?
    • How much of the ‘Nuts and Bolts’ do I have to know?
      • Types of contracts
      • Basic contract terms and definitions
    • Where can I go to find more information?
    • What do all of those clauses really mean to me?
  • Interpreting a Solicitation
    • How do I know what they are asking for?
    • How do I get the right information?
    • What do all of those clauses really mean to me?
  • Preparing a Proposal
    • What do I say, and how do I say it?
    • How do I know my proposal is ready?
    • What do all of those clauses really mean to me?
  • Hey, I won a contract!!! YEA!!! NOW what the heck do I do?
    • Getting started with a new contract
    • OVERVIEW of Contract Administration fundamentals
      • Understanding the contract
      • Clarifying performance expectations
      • Deliverables—what are they and when are they due?
      • Cost and Schedule tracking

WHEN: 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., Thursday, September 4, 2008

WHERE: Pacific Disaster Center Training Room-at Ke Alahele, the MEDB Center 1305 North Holopono St. Located in the Maui R&T Park in Kihei.

WHO: This program is targeted at small business owners in Maui and Hawaii and their contracting personnel interested in learning about contracting, as well as contracting with Boeing and the Federal Government.

HOW: Register Online. The cost is $25.00, which includes workshop materials and refreshments.

Sponsored by The Boeing Company and U.S. Air Force Research Laboratory. Presented by the Maui Economic Development Board, Inc.

Contact info@hightechmaui.com with any questions