How MO PTAC Can Help

Among their many areas of specialty, MO PTAC counselors can help you and other prospective government suppliers:

• Navigate lengthy and complex guidelines concerning such aspects of your business as: financial and accounting capability; ability to comply with delivery and performance schedules; integrity and ethics; audit practices; technical skills; facilities standards; and the ability to meet product or service standards.
  
• Research government procurement histories to determine past procurement activity by a specific government agency. Such research can help you determine if your pricing is competitive in relation to previous contracts. It can also help you identify volume requirements, previous suppliers and possible teaming opportunities.
  
• Prepare bids; understand forms, regulations and specifications; establish a quality assurance program; conform to packing, transportation and delivery requirements; and evaluate financial capabilities and accounting system adequacy.
  
• Access MO PTAC's computerized bid matching data bank. You can receive daily notifications of bidding opportunities advertised in FedBizOpps (formerly the Commerce Business Daily) and unadvertised bid opportunities under $25,000 from major defense buying centers. Many state and local government bid requests are also provided.
  
• Complete registrations and certifications. Register with every governmental agency that could be a potential buyer of your products or services. Many have special certifications or registrations. For example, to do business with virtually every federal government agency you must complete an annual Online Representations and Certifications Application (ORCA). Check this news article containing details about ORCA: www.missouribusiness.net/news/contracting_orca_032805.asp

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