Los Angeles County

Internal Services Department &

The University of Southern California

PRESENTING

BRIDGING THE GAP -

Connecting Communities with

Contracting Opportunities

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2009

8:00 A.M. – 11:00 A.M.

USC, GALEN CENTER

LOS ANGELES, CA

REGISTRATION COST:     FREE

 Please join us at this exciting event!!  At this event you will learn in-depth information on such topics:

·         The County of Los Angeles buying process—step by step guide

o        Commodities vs. Services— Who buys what and how do small businesses participate?

o        Purchasing Methods— vendor agreements, purchase orders, website for open bids>$10,000

o        Contracting Methods— master agreements for services, e.g. Information Technology Support Services (ITSSMA), Energy Support Services (ESSMA), Telecommunications Equipment & Services (TESMA)

o        Understanding basic contract terms and conditions—demystifying “County Language” into "Plain Language"

Pre-register online at www.laosb.org

Click on the “Events & Training” Courses Link

Office of Small Business & Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC)    323/881-3964