You are invited to Idaho’s largest reverse vendor tradeshow designed exclusively for you! Connect with procurement hubs across the state to showcase your products or services and explore valuable resources for business growth. Join over 150 business owners at the Idaho Small Business Contracting Symposium, where you can attend insightful breakout sessions and network with seasoned contractors and subcontractors. Don’t miss out!
SAVE THE DATE- May 13, 2025!
Come Prepared
- Bring your capability statement
- Practice your “elevator pitch”
- Work with an Idaho APEX consultant to get your SAM.gov registration active
Live Training with Experts
- Gain insider knowledge and real-world experience from seasoned professionals
- Participate in interactive workshops designed to enhance your skills
- Understand solicitations | Set-aside Certs | Cybersecurity | Marketing Strategies | Subcontracting | SBIR/STTR | SBA MPP
Networking
- Develop effective relationships with GovCon agencies and other Idaho businesses
- Meet the “Bigs” Prime Contractors
General Agenda-
May 13, 2025
7 AM: Agency set up
7:30 AM: Doors open to attendees
8:00 AM: Opening Ceremony
8:30 AM: Breakout Panel #1
- Unlocking Opportunities: Strategies for Selling to the Federal Government
- Winning Contracts: Marketing Your Company for Contracting Success
- Navigating the Protest Process: What to Expect and Next Steps
- Harnessing the Power of National Laboratories: A Guide to Collaboration
9:30 AM: Breakout Panel #2
- Meet the Buyers: Navigating State and Local Contracting
- Mastering a Solicitation: Crafting a Winning Solicitation Response
- Unlocking Opportunity: Success Stories and Insights from the SBA 8(a) Business Development Program
10:30 AM: Dedicated Agency Networking
11:30 AM: Lunch & General Session Speaker
1:00 PM: Breakout Panel #3
- The Subcontractor’s Guide to Success
- Exploring SBIR/STTR Awards: Connecting Small Business Innovation to Strengthen the Country’s Defense
- Cybersecurity Compliance: What Contractors Need to Know about CMMC
2:00PM: General Session
- How AI Can Transform Your Small Business w/ Federal Contracting
3:00PM: Closing Ceremonies
*Breakfast & Lunch are included
*Agenda is tentative and subject to change
The $99 fee per person includes:
- Parking in the Lincoln Garage
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Full Day of Education
- Agency Networking
The best lot to park in for this event is the Lincoln Garage directly across the street from the Student Union Building.
Parking will be included with your registration with code.
What is the cost to attend?
- $99 per person, including breakfast, lunch, and a full day of training!
Does each agency person need to pay the $99?
- No government, state, or city agencies, as well as small business serving Non-Profits, will receive two free registrations with their booth registration. If you want to bring more people, please message Idahoapex@boisestate.edu, and we will invoice you $40 per additional guest.
Do I have to attend all day?
- No, you do not have to attend all day, but we strongly suggest that you do! This symposium will be full of amazing opportunities to grow your network and your knowledge!
Local Hotel Recommendations:
The Springhill Suites by Marriott
424 E Parkcenter Blvd
Hampton Inn & Suites Boise-Downtown
495 S Capitol Blvd
Oxford Suites Boise
1426 S Entertainment Ave
Location for the Event:
Agency Registration
With over 250 business owners expected to attend this event, the ISBCS will provide your agency or company with experienced contractors and subcontractors alike.
Governmental/State/Municipality/Non-profit Agency Value:
No cost participation. Vendor reception evening before. Limit 2 attendees.
Register today!
Previous Agencies and Resource Partners in Attendance
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Email us with any specific questions at IdahoAPEX@boisestate.edu