Creative Clinic: Navigating The Bid and RFP Process

Learn how your small business can find and pursue city, county, and state contracts while confidently navigating bids and RFPs. Government contracts can create valuable, long-term opportunities for small businesses—but knowing where to find them and how to navigate the procurement process can be challenging. This practical workshop will introduce participants to the process city, county, and state agencies use to solicit services and award contracts. The session will focus on what businesses should understand before preparing a proposal, including how to locate opportunities, navigate procurement portals, evaluate eligibility requirements, and determine whether to pursue an opportunity independently or with partners. What You’ll Learn • Where to find government bids, RFPs, and contract opportunities • How vendor registration and procurement portals work • The role of business certifications • How to assess whether an opportunity fits your business • What to consider when pursuing solo, partnership-based, and multi-year contracts • How to better prepare your business for the procurement process Genyne Edwards, CEO of P3 Development Group, one of Milwaukee’s most respected advisory firms, will facilitate the workshop. Genyne brings extensive experience securing state and local contracts and advising businesses on certifications, procurement policies, strategic partnerships, and public-sector contracting. This is Part One of a two-part Creative Futures series designed for small-business owners, entrepreneurs, consultants, creatives, and nonprofit leaders interested in pursuing government opportunities. Wednesday, October 7 5:30–7 p.m. | Doors open at 5 p.m. 1060 N. Cass St., Milwaukee