Procurement Events
Connect with us at procurement events

Find upcoming opportunities to connect with us!

DAS hosts and participates in workshops, clinics, business matchmakers, resource fairs, and summits for Connecticut's businesses. Explore upcoming virtual and in-person opportunities to connect with DAS and our partners while networking with local businesses.

2025 Hands-On Certification Clinic & Cybersecurity Essentials

Wednesday, June 18; 12 PM - 2 PM

Join us to review your S/MBE and SAM applications. Receive personalized assistance from the state’s Procurement Division and CT APEX Accelerator. Completed certification helps companies build revenue and find potential new customers through growth and marketing opportunities. SAM registration is a requirement for the CT S/MBE Certification.

Location: The MDC Training Center, 125 Maxim Road, Hartford

To register: Email kevin.nodwell@ct.gov. Space is limited! Registration required.

 

State of Connecticut P-Card Program Overview

Tuesday, June 17; 9 AM - 10 AM

Join us for an overview of the State of Connecticut Purchasing Card (P-Card) Program and a live Q&A.

Department of Administrative Services in conjunction with U.S. Bank is hosting a live webinar for an overview of the State of Connecticut P-Card Program and implementation to the new contract with U.S. Bank. This overview is geared toward Connecticut Municipalities, Public Schools, and Non-Profits.  


Location: Online

Event Registration (Teams)

 

Elevate your Corporate Network

Wednesday, June 18; 10 AM - 12 PM

The exclusive matchmaking event is a fantastic opportunity for WBENC-certified, small, diverse, and veteran-owned businesses to connect with a wide range of major corporations and organizations.

Location: Andrew Associates, 6 Pearson Way, Enfield

Event registration (Classy)

 

Supplier Diversity Certification Training

Tuesday, June 24; 12 PM - 1 PM

Are you a small or minority-owned business in Connecticut? Learn how to become certified as a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) or Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) and unlock opportunities through state contracting.

Location: Online - SBDC

Event Registration (UCONN website)

 

MBE/DBE Construction Bootcamp 2025

Coming in July

Registration is now available.  

Location: TBD

Event registration (Constant Contact)

 

State of Connecticut P-Card Program Overview

Wednesday, July 16; 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Join us for an overview of the State of Connecticut Purchasing Card (P-Card) Program and a live Q&A.

Department of Administrative Services in conjunction with U.S. Bank is hosting a live webinar for an overview of the State of Connecticut P-Card Program and implementation to the new contract with U.S. Bank. This overview is geared toward Connecticut Municipalities, Public Schools, and Non-Profits.  

Location: Online

Event Registration (Teams)

 

 

State of Connecticut P-Card Program Overview

Tuesday, August 12; 2 PM - 3 PM

Join us for an overview of the State of Connecticut Purchasing Card (P-Card) Program and a live Q&A.

Department of Administrative Services in conjunction with U.S. Bank is hosting a live webinar for an overview of the State of Connecticut P-Card Program and implementation to the new contract with U.S. Bank. This overview is geared toward Connecticut Municipalities, Public Schools, and Non-Profits.  

Location: Online

Event Registration (Teams)

 

2025 Hands-On Certification Clinic

Wednesday, August 20; 12 PM - 2 PM

Join us to review your S/MBE and SAM applications. Receive personalized assistance from the state’s Procurement Division and CT APEX Accelerator. Completed certification helps companies build revenue and find potential new customers through growth and marketing opportunities. SAM registration is a requirement for the CT S/MBE Certification.

Location: The MDC Training Center, 125 Maxim Road, Hartford

To register: Email kevin.nodwell@ct.gov. Space is limited! Registration required.