Understanding Government Contracting | Latifah Jackson

Latifah Jackson Supplier Diversity Manager | University Health Government contracts can be daunting. Whether it is local, state, or federal opportunities, knowing the basics is essential to a successful relationship and bid with agencies and organizations. Latifah Jackson of University Health and Maggie Veliz of Edwards Aquifer Authority will walk us through this process and discuss important topics to know when identifying bidding opportunities. We will also hear from Joe De La Garza, a banking expert with over 45 years of commercial banking experience, about how LiftFund can help businesses as they pursue government contracts.

TOPICS WILL INCLUDE:
Bidding Thresholds
Cooperatives
Certifications
Capability Statements
Contract Negotiations
Debriefs
Protest
Public Information Request
LiftFund’s role in assisting
small businesses