Sound Transit Economic Development Open House

Description

Join Sound Transit’s Sound Transit Economic Development Open House, an in‑depth session focused on upcoming opportunities and resources for doing business with Sound Transit. Also, learn about Sound Transits new Technical Assistance Program (TAP).

This event is designed for prime contractors, subcontractors, small businesses, and Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) who want to better understand Sound Transit’s procurement process and learn how to position themselves for success.

Participants will hear directly from several Sound Transit experts.

B2GNow Workshop: Utilization Plans

We will lead a workshop on how to help small businesses learn how to track, report, and manage contract participation more efficiently using the B2Gnow platform (Sound Transit's contract compliance and outreach tool).

How to work with Sound Transit: Procurement 101
Here from Sound Transit procurement experts. This session provides an overview of procurement fundamentals topics such as invoicing, prompt payment, evaluation criteria, and navigating low‑price scenarios.

• Network with primes, subcontractor, Sound Transit experts.
• Learn how to manage contract participation using B2GNow
• Learn More about our Technical Assistance program
• Access resources to support small business success

Light refreshments will be served.

Asia Pacific Cultural Center
4851 South Tacoma Way, Tacoma, WA 98409

Complimentary on‑site parking is available. The venue is accessible by public transit, with Pierce Transit Route 3 serving South Tacoma Way. The nearest rail option is Sounder commuter rail at South Tacoma Station, located a short distance from the venue. Rideshare drop‑off and pick‑up are available at the main entrance.

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