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January 23, 2025 Defense Production Act Title III

Title III of the federal Defense Production Act offers a powerful, nontraditional way for contractors to do business with the federal government. Under Title III, contractors may receive loans, direct investments, purchase commitments and other assistance to help address actual …

January 21, 2025 An Introduction to Government Small Business Certifications (2025 Update)

This course provides a big-picture overview of small business certifications in the government marketplace. In this course, you will learn about various federal small business certification programs, including Small Business Self Certification, Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) & 8(a), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned …

January 16, 2025 Doing Business With the Army as a Small Business

The Department of the Army awards over $24 billion annually in contracts to small businesses, spanning everything from commercially available items to military-specific weapons system development. Being “procurement ready” is key to successfully competing for Army contracting opportunities. This webinar …

January 14, 2025 Registering in SAM, Part 2 – Completing the Registration Data (2025 Update)

The System for Award Management (SAM) registration is a mandatory requirement for entities wanting to receive funds from the federal government.  Whether through contract awards, grant awards or financial assistance – you will have to create an individual profile and …

January 14, 2025 DCAA: Accounting System Requirements

Prior to being awarded a cost-reimbursable contract, federal government contractors need to ensure their accounting system is adequate for accumulating costs applicable to federal contracts. This is accomplished when DCAA conducts a Preaward Accounting System Audit at the request of …

January 9, 2025 Registering in SAM, Part 1 – Entity Validation & UEI Assignment (2025 Update)

The System for Award Management (SAM) registration is a mandatory requirement for entities wanting to receive funds from the federal government.  Whether through contract awards, grant awards or financial assistance – you will have to create an individual profile and …

December 19, 2024 DCAA: Essential Pricing Strategies for Compliant Proposals

This interactive webinar is designed to help small businesses navigate the complexities of building compliant price proposals. Led by Katelyn Rigle from the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA), the session will provide a comprehensive overview of contract pricing essentials, including: …

December 17, 2024 Conducting Targeted Research for Federal Contracting Opportunities

Do you know which federal agencies are buying those goods or services that your business is selling? Do you know where to look for this information? The information is posted for public review -you just need to know which database …

December 17, 2024 A Step-by-Step Guide to Applying for SBA’s Federal Small Business Certifications

Join us for a comprehensive webinar on how to apply for federal small business certifications through the SBA’s new certification portal, “MySBA Certifications.” This webinar will provide a clear and concise overview of the certification process, empowering you to successfully …

December 11, 2024 Deciphering a Solicitation (2024 Update)

The first step in preparing a proposal/bid is to read the solicitation from start to finish.  Often this first step is the reason small business owners don’t want to enter the government contracting arena.  The packages are large and seem …

December 10, 2024 The Ins and Outs of Facility Security Clearances

In the competitive federal marketplace, certain contracting opportunities are accessible only to businesses with a Facility Security Clearance (FCL). Obtaining an FCL can be a game-changer, opening doors to a wide range of contracts and giving your company a distinct …

December 5, 2024 Leveraging Market Research for Government Market Opportunities

Are you a new government contractor eager to break into the lucrative government marketplace? Mastering market research is a crucial skill that can give you a significant edge over the competition. In this comprehensive introductory course, you’ll gain the essential …

November 19, 2024 The Ins and Outs of Personnel Security Clearances

The federal government requires individuals to possess security clearances to perform various functions, including those often performed by contractors. Obtaining a personnel security clearance (PCL) can significantly expand a contractor’s bidding opportunities in the federal marketplace. This training will provide …

November 19, 2024 Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) Webinar

A government contractor cannot perform a contract requiring access to classified information unless the contractor is free of Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) or implements appropriate safeguards to protect national security. Additionally, contractors may be subject to a FOCI …

November 14, 2024 How to Leverage Your GSA Schedule to Win More Government Contracts (2024 Update)

Do you hold a GSA Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) and wonder why you’re not receiving unsolicited orders from government agencies? You’re not alone—more than half of MAS holders struggle to meet the required annual sales thresholds. Join Rich Earnest of …

November 12, 2024 2024 Government Contracting Year-End Review

In this informative webinar, federal government contracts attorneys Nicole Pottroff and Shane McCall from Koprince, McCall, Pottroff, LLC, will discuss important new small business rules and updates, changes to 8(a) Program certification, joint venture modifications, HUBZone certification updates (including the …

November 12, 2024 DCAA: Elements of an Adequate Proposal

Proposals are contractor-prepared packages made in response to government solicitations, which include budgeted costs for the projected period of performance. In this webinar, Katelyn Rigle from the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) will provide an overview of the proposal requirements …

November 6, 2024 Foreign Ownership, Control or Influence (FOCI) Rules for Federal Contractors

A government contractor cannot perform a contract requiring access to classified information unless the contractor is free of Foreign Ownership, Control, or Influence (FOCI) or implements appropriate safeguards to protect national security. Additionally, contractors may be subject to a FOCI …

October 25, 2024 Project Spectrum Webinar

Project Spectrum is an all-inclusive learning platform that provides resources, tools, and training materials and videos about cybersecurity best practices. Project Spectrum is focused on preparing companies for Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification Join the Project Spectrum Team to learn more …

October 24, 2024 Intro to DCAA and the Audit Process

Join us for an in-depth look at the roles and responsibilities of the Defense Contract Audit Agency (DCAA) and the various types of audits conducted throughout the acquisition lifecycle. This presentation will provide an overview of DCAA’s audit process and …

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Upcoming Training Events

  • July 29, 2025, 9:00 AM Understanding the Berry Amendment, Buy American Act (BAA), Trade Agreements, and the Nonmanufacturer Rule (2025 Update) Webinar
  • August 19, 2025, 10:00 AM How to Best Use SAM: Wage Determinations Webinar

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Getting Started
  • FAQ
  • Federal Certification Programs
  • Government Contracting Support
  • Are You Ready for Government Contracting?
  • The 10-Step Approach to Government Contracting
Events & Services
  • Upcoming Training Events
  • Register for Alaska APEX Services
  • On-Demand Training
  • On-Demand Training Through Govology
  • Alaska APEX Annual Government Contracting Events
Procurement Tools
  • Bid Match
  • Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR)
  • NAICS Codes and Small Business Size Standards
  • The System for Award Management (SAM)
  • SBA 8(a) Certification
  • Alaska Bidder Preference Program
  • Understanding Source Selection
  • Federal Resources
About APEX Alaska
  • The DOD APEX Accelerator Program
  • Alaska APEX Services
  • Contact
  • Impact: Alaska APEX at Work
  • Success Stories
  • Testimonials
  • Contributions
  • Service Area
  • News & Announcements
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