2009 Utah Procurement Symposium

Sponsored by the Governor's Office of Economic Development and Procurement Technical Assistance Center

After 3 years in Salt Lake County the Symposium will be held in northern Utah for the first time:


- Learn how to sell to the government and military -
- Learn from nationally recognized experts -
- Network with key purchasing decision makers -
- Enjoy training sessions and exhibits -


As a businessman, would you like to sell to a customer whose checks are always good? Of course, what company wouldn't! The government and military are ideal customers for Utah companies. Unfortunately, there is a common misconception among many local businesses that selling to the government or military is too difficult and is not worth their time.

If your company sells a product or service to the general population, it is very likely that your same product or service can be sold to the government or military. From engineering, environmental remediation and asphalt services to paper products, aircraft engine parts and high technology support, the Procurement Technical Assistance Center (PTAC) will assist your company in becoming an approved supplier.

Although selling to Federal, state and local governments or the military can be complicated, it can also be an avenue of growth for nearly any Utah business. Utah companies are currently selling 1.9 billion dollars per year in government and military contracts. The potential to add in excess of 3 billion dollars per year more in sales may be open to any qualifying Utah company.

"The PTAC symposium has benefited hundreds of people seeking opportunities to learn more about government contracting. Not only do these people gain a greater understanding of the contracting process but also walk away with invaluable networking opportunities," said Fred Lange, PTAC Director.

The Governor's Office of Economic Development has an office whose primary responsibility is assisting Utah businesses through the procurement or purchase process. The Procurement Technical Assistance Center is hosting a day long symposium at the Davis Conference Center in Layton. Businesses, whether large or small, will have the opportunity to meet senior officials from military, state and local government purchasing offices, as well as several major prime contractors looking for subs. Training in breakout sessions will be conducted by individuals and panels who will teach Utah company representatives how to market themselves to prime contractors and government agencies, while sharing the successes that are possible for those companies who want to expand their business base. Sponsor exhibits and assistance will be available from the financial community, interested businesses, Small Business Associations, Economic Development Offices, Chambers of Commerce, as well as Military contractors and government offices.

If you want your company to grow in this market you need to register for the Symposium.



For More Information, contact:

Myrna Hill

538-8775

myrnahill@utah.gov