The United States government alone spends
more than $350 billion annually
for various goods and services,
yet each year, thousands of these contracts
bypass small businesses
that do not know about or understand
how governments buy.

HERE'S YOUR CHANCE
to learn how you can tap into this lucrative resource.

Marketplace 2009 is a regional "reverse" trade show
that allows small business owners like you
the opportunity to meet contracting officers
from over 50 federal, state, and local government agencies and prime contractors.

At Marketplace 2009:
  MEET BUYERS
More than 50 representatives from federal government, military/civilian agencies, and large prime contractors will be available to meet one-on-one with you.

  LEARN HOW TO SELL TO THE GOVERNMENT
Attend a series of seminars designed to give you the latest information on doing business with the government. Topics include federal contracting basics, sub-contracting, contract financing, and state and local opportunities.

  WIN A CONTRACT ON THE SPOT
Representatives from many agencies and prime contractors will bring simplified acquisition requirements and ask small businesses to submit quotes. Contract awards will be made and announced during the conference.

HOSTED BY: 
Rep. Bob Etheridge 
Rep. Brad Miller 
Rep. David Price 

IN COOPERATION WITH: 
US Environmental Protection Agency 
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences 
The University of North Carolina's 
Small Business and Technology Development Center 
NC Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)