State & Local Services
The Washington State PTACs provide free assistance with the following:
Access Washington
http://www.access.wa.gov/
The Official State Government Web site
General Administration
http://www.ga.wa.gov/webs/
Washington's Electronic Business Solution (WEBS)
The Department of General Administration (GA) is responsible for a variety of services that support the operations of other state agencies and enable them to focus on their core missions. Our customer commitment is to be both responsive and responsible.
Don’t forget about your local government agencies and entities. Check with your local cities, ports, school districts, counties and other local agencies for information on their purchasing practices, small works rosters, vendor lists, etc. Best to do a google search to locate them. Contact your local PTAC provider for more information
OMWBE
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/
http://www.omwbe.wa.gov/
State Program-The Washington State Office of Minority and Women’s Business Enterprises administers the state certification program pursuant to Chapter 39.19, Revised Code of Washington. The purpose of the state program is to maximize the opportunities for the minority and women business enterprises (MWBEs) to participate in public works projects and to provide goods and services to state agencies and educational institutions. Bona fide minority and women owned business can participate in the state program by becoming certified by OMWBE.
Federal Program By contract with the Washington State Department of Transportation (DOT). OMWBE also processes applications for certification for the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program.
Small Business Programs avaiable in Washington State
U.S. Small Business Administration
http://www.sba.gov/wa/seattle/index.html
Programs and services to help you start, grow and succeed. To find out where your local SBA office is located visit the Web site above. Your Company may qualify for SBA procurement certifications such as HUBZone, SDB or 8a. They also have information to assist Veteran owned businesses. SBA is an excellent procurement resource and offers seminars and assistance to companies interested in doing business with the government.
SCORE
http://www.score.org
Counselors to America's Small Business is America's premier source of free & confidential small business advice for entrepreneurs. Get biz advice today
SCORE is a Resource Partner with the U.S. Small Business Administration
Women's Business Centers (WBC's)
http://www.nwwbc.org/
The Office of Women's Business Ownership is an integral component of Entrepreneurial Development's network of training and counseling services. It oversees a network of Women’s Business Centers. The centers are designed to assist women achieve their dreams and improve their communities by helping them start and run successful businesses, regardless of social or financial disadvantage, race, ethnicity or business background.
Community Capital Development (CCD)
http://www.seattleccd.com/
Non-profit community development organization and certified community development financial institution; providing access to capital
and business assistance to low-income, women, and minority entrepeneurs and small business in distressed and undeserved communities
in Washington State. For information, classes and events; visit the Web site above.
Everett Area Chamber of Commerce
http://www.everettchamber.com/ or events
The Everett Area Chamber of Commerce is a strong advocate for business policies that make Snohomish County and Washington State an effective place to do business. It is a resource center overflowing with information and access to experts and business programs.
For information and events; visit the Web site above.
Washington Technical Center (WTC)
http://microfab.watechcenter.org/
WTC is a statewide economic development agency focused on technology and innovation by:
- Providing funding support and access to capital
- Facilitating research collaboration
- Offering business services support
- Providing access to laboratory facilities
- Investing in emerging industries
Office of Small Business Development Centers
http://www.wsbdc.org/
WTC is a statewide economic development agency focused on technology and innovation. We build Washington State's economy by: versity, Western Washington University, community colleges, economic development organizations, and the US Small Business Administration.
Our Business Advisors have certified broad-based skills and significant experience as business owners or managers.
They provide one-on-one, confidential assistance at no charge for management and technical business affairs such as:
- start, purchase or sale of a business
- choosing and incorporating new technology
- financial management
- business plan development
- market plan development
- business research
Northwest Minority Supplier Development Council
http://www.nmbc.biz/home/
For over 30 years, the Northwest Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) has been linking major corporations and public agencies to minority-owned businesses, a multi-billion dollar sector representing and impacting today's global economy. The NMBC currently serves the states of Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho and Alaska.
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