# Event Details - **Event Name**: Get Certified! State of California Dept. of General Services SB/DVBE - **Event Start and End Date**: Tue, 20 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Tue, 20 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Ready to get your SB/DVBE certification and open new doors with the California Dept. of General Services!About this EventReady to grow your business by becoming a vendor to the State of California? This workshop, “Get Certified! State of California Department of General Services SB/DVBE”, provides a clear and practical introduction to the steps required to enter the state contracting marketplace. You’ll learn essential eligibility requirements, understand the benefits of key certifications, and gain insight into what to expect as you begin exploring bidding opportunities. Whether you're new to government procurement or looking to expand your reach, this session will help you build a strong foundation for success.What Attendees Will Learn• How to identify and meet the minimum requirements for doing business with the State of California• The purpose and advantages of Small Business (SB) and Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) certifications• What to prepare before engaging in the bidding process to ensure a confident and informed startTopics Covered• Overview of eligibility and registration requirements• Introduction to SB and DVBE certification pathways• Key documents and information needed prior to bidding• Common steps and expectations in the state contracting processTHIS WORKSHOP IS PRESENTED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/9f57e0e0-a743-11f1-b98f-cbeba3585b3a-rimg-w1110-h740-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/encinitas/get-certified-state-of-california-dept-of-general-services-sb-dvbe/100001990811049440 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Age Limit: all_ages - door_time: 2026-10-20T20:00:00Z - Duration: 3 hours - Location: MiraCosta College San Elijo Campus Room 1131 - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Encinitas - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: MiraCosta College San Elijo Campus Room 1131 - **lat**: 33.0176434 - **long**: -117.258426 - **full address**: MiraCosta College San Elijo Campus Room 1131, 3333 Manchester Avenue, Encinitas, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Get Certified! 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