Mid-Atlantic Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Inc.

is proud to sponsor and cordially invites you to participate in the

6th Annual Alliance Baltimore Small Business Procurement Fair

The 6th annual Alliance Baltimore Small Business Procurement Fair is returning to the Baltimore Convention Center. The Procurement Fair organizer, ShoWorks Inc, and the Mid-Atlantic Hispanic Chamber of Commerce know that regional small businesses will profit by meeting with the 50 plus agencies and prime contractors in attendance. .

When:  Thursday, November 2, 2011 from 7:30 am to 4:00 pm.  It includes the Trade Show, MatchMaking Meetings, Continental Breakfast, Lunch (SUBTRACT $25 from attendee registration IF YOU DO NOT WANT LUNCH) and workshops.

Where:  Baltimore Convention Center, One West Pratt Street, Baltimore, MD 21201 (Phone: 410-649-7000).

Schedule of Events: For a full calendar of events please click HERE.

Registration:  Attendee Registration/Badge and Directory pick-up will take place on November 1, 2011, starting at 2:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m.

• Early Registration: $150 through October 7;
• Standard Registration: $185.00 per person through October 28:
• Late Registration: $225.00 per person after November 6.

Payment is required in full (except Government agencies requiring a purchase order) to register and be eligible for the early registration fees. ShoWorks will assign exhibit space.

There are three ways to register:

• Secure Online Registration - Click HERE
• Download and print this form and fax or mail it to ShoWorks Inc.
• Call ShoWorks, Inc. at 509-838-8755

Cancellations: If received in writing, cancellations will be accepted until October 7, 2011, with a full refund minus 30% handling fee. No refunds will be granted after October 7, 2011. Name substitutions will be accepted at any time.

Matchmaking Meetings: Register to meet procurement officers and project managers ranging from prime contractors such as ARINC Inc., BAE Systems, Johns Hopkins University, Lockheed Martin, and Verizon, to government agencies such as Goddard Space Flight Center, Maryland Environmental Service, Maryland Office of Procurement, Maryland State Police, Maryland Transportation Authority and Naval Facilities Engineering Command. Pre-Registered Attendees and Small Business exhibitors will be able to schedule their own meetings with prime contractors and government agencies. This can be done approximately two weeks before the event. The earliest registrants will be able to schedule first.

Exhibitor Booths:    

• Government and Non-Profit Agencies:  $325 thru October 7, $395 after October 8.
• Businesses/Corporate:  $525 thru October 7, $595 after October 7.

Fee includes a 8' x 10' booth space and 8' high back drape, 3' side drape, one 6' x 24' covered table, two chairs, 2 luncheon tickets, a 7' x 44' identification sign, admission to all sessions for booth personnel and access to the On-Line Event Guide. It also includes MatchMaking Meetings. Early registrants schedule first. Electrical and Internet access charges are additional. MatchMaking Tables and Resource Tables include 1 lunch.

Why is this event so important to your business?

A primary challenge for business is to be aware of current regulations and guidelines. This conference provides opportunities to meet buyers and contracting officers from major military bases, the surrounding states and large companies to discuss business opportunities. Educational sessions will provide current information on emerging new standards and provide you with the tools to bid and contract successfully, gain valuable information and share success stories. This is your opportunity as a supplier to identify potential new contracting sources and network with buyers and other attendees.

• Make dozens of face-to-face contacts in one day
• Receive contact information for buyers and contracting officers
• Meet companies that could potentially become "partners" in preparing proposals and contracts.

Unbelievable value for your time. Can you accomplish the same while sitting at your desk for 8 hours???!!!

What is the format for the day?

Keep in mind -- THIS IS A TOOL IN THE PROCUREMENT PROCESS. DO NOT EXPECT TO WIN A CONTRACT ON-SITE.  Ask pertinent questions and find out what that agency or contractor is looking for and what you need to do to qualify.

The MatchMaking area will be located in the center of the Exhibit Hall with exhibits around the perimeter.

• MATCHMAKING MEETINGS: Pre-Registered Attendees and Small Business exhibitors will be able to schedule their own meetings with prime contractors and government agencies shortly after registering. Additional meetings can be done approximately two weeks before the event.
• TRADE SHOW: Because of space restrictions, a limited number of booth spaces are available for this event.
• WORKSHOPS: A series of workshops will be on-going throughout the day detailing success strategies for doing business with the government.