Tuesday, April 14; 10AM-11AM
Learn how municipalities can save time and money by using Connecticut’s statewide contracts and the NASPO eMarketplace. These resources provide access to hundreds of competitively awarded contracts for essential products and services, including paving and road repairs, IT hardware and software, building and maintenance services, consulting, and more. This session will walk you through the types of contracts available for municipal use, demonstrate how to navigate statewide contracts and the NASPO eMarketplace, and answer your questions about contract availability and usage.
Location: Online - Connecticut Conference of Municipalities
Wednesday, April 15; 12 PM - 2 PM
Join the DAS Business Access Team and CT APEX Accelerator to receive one-on-one assistance in completing your Small Business Certification and SAM applications.
Location: The MDC Training Center, 125 Maxim Road, Hartford
To register: Email kevin.nodwell@ct.gov. Space is limited! Registration required
Thursday, April 23; 6 PM - 7 PM
From catering to construction and gasoline to guiderails, the State of Connecticut buys it all — and certified small businesses can compete for their share. In this session, you’ll learn how certification strengthens your small business profile and opens doors to new marketing and growth opportunities. We’ll walk through certification types, eligibility, and application steps.
Location: Online - reSET Social Enterprise Trust
Friday, April 24; 10 AM - 1 PM
Join us on April 24 to learn how your business can position itself for subcontracting opportunities in disaster response and recovery with AshBritt, Inc. and Tetra Tech.
Location: 450 Columbus Blvd, Hartford
Event Registration (Microsoft Forms)
Tuesday, April 28; 11 AM - 12 PM
The State of Connecticut procures a wide range of products and services from businesses to support government operations—from catering to construction and gasoline to guiderails. For businesses interested in state contracting, understanding the benefits and knowing how to get started are essential. This session provides a practical overview of what it takes to become contract-ready, including why businesses pursue state work and the key steps involved. Participants will also learn how to register for and navigate CTsource, Connecticut’s official contracting portal, to search for bids, identify subcontracting opportunities, and stay informed about upcoming solicitations.
Location: Online -CT APEX Accelerator
Tuesday, May 5; 11 AM - 12 PM
Ready to pursue state contracts but not sure where to begin? This session will show you how to register for CTsource, Connecticut’s official contracting portal, and use it effectively to search for bids, explore subcontracting opportunities, and stay informed about new opportunities.
Location: Online -CT APEX Accelerator
Tuesday, May 5; 5 PM - 8 PM
Join the Minority Construction Council (MCC) to celebrate their MBE Members, Corporate Members, and valued partners whose support helps advance MCC’s mission of advocacy, business development, technical assistance, contracting opportunities, and meaningful partnership.
Location: Aqua Turf Club, 556 Mulberry Street, Plantsville
Wednesday, May 6; 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Celebrate National Small Business Week with the Connecticut District SBA and CBIA at the annual awards and expo. They will honor the state’s small businessperson of the year and recognize other exceptional small business leaders, nominated by organizations from across the state for their achievements and contributions.
Location: Bristol Event Center, 112 Century Dr, Bristol
Tuesday, May 12; 10AM-11AM
Gain a clear understanding of how local building departments operate and why they are essential to community safety and development. This course introduces government officials to permitting, inspections, code enforcement, and the key roles within a building department—equipping leaders with the knowledge to better support effective operations.
Location: Online - Connecticut Conference of Municipalities
Wednesday, May 13;12 PM - 1 PM
The State of Connecticut wants to be your partner of choice! From catering to construction, gasoline to guide rails, the state offers a wide range of contracting opportunities. During this training, we’ll guide you through certification in the Small/Minority Business Enterprise program.
Location: Online - Minority Construction Council
Monday, May 18; 12 PM – 1 PM
Prequalification is a vital step for contractors seeking to engage in significant state or municipal construction projects. Contractors planning to bid on or perform work for projects that cost more than $1M must become prequalified. In this session, we’ll cover the application process and demonstrate how to use CTsource, the state’s contracting portal, to search for bids and explore subcontracting opportunities.
Location: Online - Minority Construction Council
Tuesday, May 19; 12 PM - 1 PM
The State of Connecticut purchases everything from catering and construction services to gasoline and guiderails—and your business could be part of it. In this session, the Department of Administrative Services will offer a practical, step‑by‑step overview of how to become contract‑ready, including the benefits of pursuing state work and the key actions needed to get started. Participants will also learn how to register for and navigate CTsource, Connecticut’s official contracting portal, to search for bids, identify subcontracting opportunities, and stay informed about upcoming solicitations.
Location: Online - Small Business Development Center
Tuesday, May 19; 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
El Estado de Connecticut compra muchos productos y servicios para apoyar sus operaciones. Las pequeñas empresas certificadas pueden participar y competir por estas oportunidades. En esta sesión, aprenderá cómo la certificación puede fortalecer el perfil de su empresa y ayudarle a acceder a nuevas oportunidades de marketing y crecimiento. También revisaremos los tipos de certificación disponibles, requisitos de elegibilidad, y los pasos de la solicitud.
Location: Online - Spanish American Merchants Association (SAMA)
Wednesday, May 20; 12 PM - 2 PM
Join the DAS Business Access Team and CT APEX Accelerator to receive one-on-one assistance in completing your Small Business Certification and SAM applications.
Location: The MDC Training Center, 125 Maxim Road, Hartford
To register: Email kevin.nodwell@ct.gov. Space is limited! Registration required
Thursday, May 21; 6 PM - 7 PM
The State of Connecticut procures a wide range of products and services from businesses to support government operations—from catering to construction and gasoline to guiderails. For businesses interested in state contracting, understanding the benefits and knowing how to get started are essential. This session provides a practical overview of what it takes to become contract-ready, including why businesses pursue state work and the key steps involved. Participants will also learn how to register for and navigate CTsource, Connecticut’s official contracting portal, to search for bids, identify subcontracting opportunities, and stay informed about upcoming solicitations.
Location: Online - reSET Social Enterprise Trust
Tuesday, May 26; 11 AM - 12 PM
Prequalification is a vital step for contractors seeking to engage in significant state or municipal construction projects. Contractors planning to bid on or perform work for projects that cost more than $1M must become prequalified. Learn how to manage the process including eligibility and required documentation.
Location: Online -CT APEX Accelerator
Tuesday & Wednesday, June 2 - 3
This is a virtual event for small and diverse DIRECT SUPPLIERS. This event is specifically designed to help the region’s small and certified direct suppliers meet with large manufacturers and prime contractors in Connecticut.
Location: Online - CT Supplier Connection
Tuesday, June 9; 12 PM - 1 PM
From catering to construction and gasoline to guiderails, the State of Connecticut buys it all — and certified small businesses can compete for their share. In this session, you’ll learn how certification strengthens your small business profile and opens doors to new marketing and growth opportunities. We’ll walk through certification types, eligibility, and application steps.
Location: Online - City of New Haven
Monday, June 15; 6 PM - 7:30 PM
Training on Small Business Certification Program, Checklist for Doing Business with the State, and CTsource.
Location: Southern CT State University - New Haven Economic Development Administration Small Business Resource Center
Wednesday, June 17; 12 PM - 2 PM
Join the DAS Business Access Team and CT APEX Accelerator to receive one-on-one assistance in completing your Small Business Certification and SAM applications.
Location: The MDC Training Center, 125 Maxim Road, Hartford
To register: Email kevin.nodwell@ct.gov. Space is limited! Registration required
Monday, June 22; 6 PM - 9 PM
Accelerator graduation ceremony.
Location: Southern CT State University - New Haven Economic Development Administration Small Business Resource Center
Wednesday, August 19; 12 PM - 2 PM
Join the DAS Business Access Team and CT APEX Accelerator to receive one-on-one assistance in completing your Small Business Certification and SAM applications.
Location: The MDC Training Center, 125 Maxim Road, Hartford
To register: Email kevin.nodwell@ct.gov. Space is limited! Registration required
Tuesday, September 8; 10AM-11AM
The State of Connecticut procures a wide range of products and services from businesses to support government operations—from catering to construction and gasoline to guiderails. For businesses interested in state contracting, understanding the benefits and knowing how to get started are essential. This session provides a practical overview of what it takes to become contract-ready, including why businesses pursue state work and the key steps involved. Participants will also learn how to register for and navigate CTsource, Connecticut’s official contracting portal, to search for bids, identify subcontracting opportunities, and stay informed about upcoming solicitations.
Location: Online - Connecticut Conference of Municipalities
Monday, September 14; 12 PM - 1 PM
The State of Connecticut procures a wide range of products and services from businesses to support government operations—from catering to construction and gasoline to guiderails. For businesses interested in state contracting, understanding the benefits and knowing how to get started are essential. This session provides a practical overview of what it takes to become contract-ready, including why businesses pursue state work and the key steps involved. Participants will also learn how to register for and navigate CTsource, Connecticut’s official contracting portal, to search for bids, identify subcontracting opportunities, and stay informed about upcoming solicitations.
Location: Online - Minority Construction Council
Wednesday, September 16; 12 PM - 2 PM
Join the DAS Business Access Team and CT APEX Accelerator to receive one-on-one assistance in completing your Small Business Certification and SAM applications.
Location: The MDC Training Center, 125 Maxim Road, Hartford
To register: Email kevin.nodwell@ct.gov. Space is limited! Registration required
Wednesday, October 7; 12 PM - 1 PM
The State of Connecticut wants to be your partner of choice! From catering to construction, gasoline to guide rails, the state offers a wide range of contracting opportunities. During this training, we’ll guide you through certification in the Small/Minority Business Enterprise program.
Location: Online - Minority Construction Council
Wednesday, October 21; 12 PM - 2 PM
Join the DAS Business Access Team and CT APEX Accelerator to receive one-on-one assistance in completing your Small Business Certification and SAM applications.
Location: The MDC Training Center, 125 Maxim Road, Hartford
To register: Email kevin.nodwell@ct.gov. Space is limited! Registration required
Thursday, October 22; 12 PM – 1 PM
Prequalification is a vital step for contractors seeking to engage in significant state or municipal construction projects. Contractors planning to bid on or perform work for projects that cost more than $1M must become prequalified. In this session, we’ll cover the application process and demonstrate how to use CTsource, the state’s contracting portal, to search for bids and explore subcontracting opportunities.
Location: Online - Minority Construction Council
Tuesday, November 10; 10AM – 11AM
Learn how municipalities can stretch limited budgets by using state purchasing tools. This session will begin with an overview of the State and Federal Surplus Programs and how municipalities can reduce costs and support sustainability by acquiring surplus equipment and personal property such as furniture, office equipment, trailers, mowers, and vehicles. The session will then review how the P-Card program can enhance your town’s financial health with flexible tools that minimize liability and increase staff accountability.
Location: Online - Connecticut Conference of Municipalities
Wednesday, November 18; 12 PM - 2 PM
Join the DAS Business Access Team and CT APEX Accelerator to receive one-on-one assistance in completing your Small Business Certification and SAM applications.
Location: The MDC Training Center, 125 Maxim Road, Hartford
To register: Email kevin.nodwell@ct.gov. Space is limited! Registration required
