Introduction to State Contracting Workshop
Interested in learning how your business can work with Washington State agencies?
The Washington State Department of Enterprise Services (DES) hosts a recurring virtual Introduction to State Contracting Workshop on the third Thursday of each month.
This introductory workshop is designed to help businesses determine whether Washington State agencies could be potential customers for their products or services. Participants will learn more about how state contracting works, how to identify upcoming contracting opportunities, and the resources available to help businesses begin selling to Washington State agencies.
Topics include:
• Introduction to state contracting
• How to find upcoming contracting opportunities
• Where to get technical assistance
• Where to find additional training
• Questions and answers with state procurement professionals
Who Should Attend
Small, diverse, and veteran-owned businesses interested in learning more about contracting with Washington State agencies.
Location
This is a virtual workshop hosted through Microsoft Teams. Registered participants will receive information from DES regarding how to access the event.
Registration
Advance registration is required.
Register through the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/state-contracting-opportunities-open-house-tickets-388925164637?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Accessibility
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend events sponsored by the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services. If you require accommodations to participate, contact despieprogram@des.wa.gov.
Please Note: This workshop is hosted by the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services (DES). The Burlington Chamber of Commerce is helping share this business resource with our community and is not the organizer or host of the workshop.
Date and Time
Thursday Sep 17, 2026
Location
Virtual Event | Microsoft Teams A Microsoft Teams participation link will be provided to registered attendees by the Washington State Department of Enterprise Services prior to the workshop.
Fees/Admission
Free, but advance registration is required.
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Contact Information
Procurement, Inclusion and Equity (PIE) Program
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