Texas Agrilife Auditorium
Free Tickets Available
Tue, 24 Jun, 2025 at 07:00 pm - Tue, 22 Jul, 2025 at 10:00 pm (GMT-05:00)
Texas Agrilife Auditorium
1225 Pearl Street, Beaumont, United States
Calling All Business Owners!
Whether you're just starting out or have been in business for 10+ years, the BID Academy is for YOU. This free training series is designed to help you learn how to bid on local, state, and federal contracts—no matter your experience level. There's always room to grow, and this is your opportunity to level up your business.
June 24 – July 22, 2025 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Free Registration: https://forms.office.com/r/rX67CNd9ht
Don’t miss this chance to get the knowledge and tools you need to compete—and win—in government contracting.
Info: Kick off the B.I.D. Academy by welcoming participants, introducing instructors and program goals, clarifying business motivations, and setting the stage for growth and success.
Info: Learn how to strategically plan your outreach, set up a professional website, identify the right agencies to target, and begin exploring where to find bid opportunities at the state, local, and government levels.
Info: Discover how to create a strong capability statement, build your online presence, and use digital marketing tools to effectively promote your business to government agencies and potential clients.
Info: Learn how to craft a compelling pitch for agency buyers, break down the key elements of an effective presentation, review real examples, and practice delivering your own in a supportive setting.
Info: Gain a solid understanding of bookkeeping basics, explore popular digital tools, and learn the essentials of managing taxes and business insurance to keep your finances on track.
Info: Explore a range of business financing options, understand what lenders look for, learn how to build credit, and get a checklist to prepare for funding opportunities.
Info: Learn how to navigate subcontracting opportunities, understand supplier diversity programs, and develop plans that position your business for partnership success.
Info: Understand the differences between common bid types, learn the key components of a strong proposal, and review real examples to confidently respond to contracting opportunities.
Also check out other Workshops in Beaumont.
Tickets for Business in Development(BID) Academy can be booked here.
| Ticket type | Ticket price |
|---|---|
| General Registration | Free |
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