# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 BART Small Business Summit - **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 08:30 am – Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Meet BART buyers and primes, discover small‑purchase needs, connect with small businesses, and tap into essential small business resources!About this EventGet Ready for the 2026 BART Small Business Summit!Join us in person for a dynamic day designed to support, uplift, and empower small businesses. Whether you’re launching a new venture or looking to level up your existing business, this summit offers valuable opportunities to connect, learn, and grow. Come network with fellow entrepreneurs, engage with industry experts, and discover resources to help your business thrive. Don’t miss your chance to build new partnerships and take your business to the next stage!Confirmed attendees include (with more to be announced):BART Departments: Operations, Procurement, Police Department, Office of the Chief Information Officer, Office of Civil Rights, and many more.Prime Contractors: WSP Inc., Jacobs, SwinertonResource Organizations: East Bay Small Business Development Center,BART Small Business Support ServicesAgenda8:30–9:00 AM: Attendee Registration9:00–9:30 AM: Executive Remarks9:30–10:00 AM: Workshop 1 — Winning & Delivering Transportation Contracts: Lessons from Experienced Small Firms10:00–10:30 AM: Workshop 2 — Learn About BART Small Business Certification Programs9:30 AM–12:00 PM: Networking Session with Prime Contractors, Small Businesses, and BART Buyers https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/d867c1e0-38c4-11f1-868b-b5484dafacf3-rimg-w1110-h740-dc161918-gmir.jpg Getting Here and Parking DetailsBART: Just 3 ½ blocks from the 19th Street BART StationLooking for the BART Trip Planner? It's the easiest, most accurate way to plan your trip, and includes planned delays. PDF timetables are also available as well as Caltrain and Capitol Corridor transfer timetables.AC Transit: 5-minute walk from Uptown Transit Center -visit ACT Trip PlannerPaid parking: $10 – $30. Reservations encouraged: Available at Spot Hero or Ace Parking (webpages or apps)BART is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides various accommodations to ensure accessibility for individuals with disabilities. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/oakland/2026-bart-small-business-summit/100001987169054134 - **Event Categories**: Business, Workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 0, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Oakland - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: 2150 Webster St - **lat**: 37.8103446 - **long**: -122.2655614 - **full address**: 2150 Webster St, 2150 Webster Street, Oakland, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 BART Small Business Summit - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/57aa651ee234e712110e7f52b23d010d64bec316855732116f303d7b226b4c4b-rimg-w1200-h675-dc8ebcdd-gmir.jpg?v=1776255366 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 BART Small Business Summit being held? - **A:** 2026 BART Small Business Summit takes place on Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 08:30 am to Thu, 21 May, 2026 at 12:00 pm at 2150 Webster St, 2150 Webster Street, Oakland, United States. - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 BART Small Business Summit? - **A:** 2026 BART Small Business Summit is organized by Alexandra Arroyo. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 BART Small Business Summit is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Oakland, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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