1. Guiding you along the way June 24, 2011

2. Our History 1985 -Department of Defense created national program to assist disadvantaged small businesses with Government Contracting 1985- City of San Antonio awarded grant and creates 2009- PTAC moved to Fort Sam Houston area. Benefit to reach out to Veterans and small businesses interested in BRAC 94 PTACS nationwide, 8 in state

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4. How Can We Help? One on One Technical Assistance Monthly GSA Schedule counseling Events and Training Seminars Assistance with vendor registrations Review of certifications Assistance for interviews with purchasing agents

5. Training Workshops UPCOMING WORKSHOPS: –Cost Proposals June 28 –Local Contracting Connection July 26 –GSA Schedules August 30th –Women’s Contracting Roundtable –SDVBE Forum Workshops held the last Tuesday of the month unless stated otherwise

6. Gaining an Advantage! FREE BidMatch Review of local, state and federal certifications before they are submitted Mock interviews Assistance with Capability Statements Weekly newsletter Blog with latest bids from SCTRCA agents

7. About Us Irma.duran@sanantonio.gov (210) 207-4686 1422 E. Grayson St 5 th Floor Across the Street from the Ft. Tower Ptacsa.wordpress.com Procurement Technical Assistance Center on facebook