The Myth of doing business with the federal, state, and local governments. Doing business with the government is more trouble than it's worth. The process is unbelievably complicated, with stacks of unnecessary paperwork. No one understands all the acronyms and government-ese. Profit margins are slim or non-existent. And it takes forever to get paid. Besides, business is good without the headaches of dealing with the government. Why would you want to do business with the federal, state, and local governments? Don't believe all the horror stories! It's not that difficult. Procurement streamlining initiatives, credit cards, and ever-increasing use of the internet are making government contracting easier all the time. Virtually every solicitation is now available on the internet; many with supporting documentation. Government delivery orders may also be issued on the internet, as well as invoice submissions which can reduce payment times to days instead of months. Depending on your product or service, profit margins can be very healthy. And while business is good today, the government continues to buy despite economic slowdowns. How can the Commerce Development Center help? Information Service CCR/CAGE/DUNS/ProNet Assistance Electronic Bid Matching Specifications/Standards Services FREE to all clients Consulting Service Marketing Assistance Assistance with SubContracting Assistance with Federal/State Preference Program Applications Proposal Assistance Semi-Annual Account Review Classes/Training Annual Client Registration In District (see Zip Codes below) - No Charge Out of District (Space Available) - $120 Edmond Chamber of Commerce Members (50% Discount) District ZIP Codes(73008,73013,73016,73028,73034,73083,73099,73105,73107,73111,73112,73114, 73116,73118,73003,73120,73122,73127,73128,73007,73132,73134,73142,73162,73131) We can help you find the answers to all your procurement questions! Judy Robbins (405) 717-4741 jrobbins@francistuttle.com