Webinar - Using the Forecast Tool to Find Contracting Opportunities
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GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATIONUS

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    Special Notice GENERAL SERVICES ADMINISTRATION Webinar - Using the Forecast Tool to Find Contracting Opportunities

    The General Services Administration (GSA) is hosting a webinar to provide training on how to use the Forecast of Contracting Opportunities Tool. This tool allows small businesses to discover planned procurements and navigate the federal marketplace.

    The webinar will cover the features of the tool and how to take advantage of the information it provides. The training is open to all small businesses and will emphasize the importance of acquisition planning and the preparation of a forecast of expected contract opportunities.

    Join Claudia Hadley and Rob Reyes from GSA OSDBU for this online webinar on Friday, May 03, 2024, at 1:00 PM ET. Registration is required to reserve your webinar seat.

    Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to find contracting opportunities and enhance your business in the federal marketplace.

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    kevin.pope@gsa.gov
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