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Montana APEX Accelerator

Our knowledgeable APEX Accelerator advisors offer consulting and training as well as tools, information and resources for businesses interested in government contracting. Designed to provide you with the most personal and timely advice possible, our services are offered in various ways:

  • Telephone consultations

  • Personal appointments

  • Workshops and seminars

  • Special government contracting events

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How Can Montana APEX Help?

Why Government 
Procurement?

Federal, state and local agencies need Montana businesses. Small businesses often have a competitive advantage. APEX can show you how to pursue government contracts to diversify your customer base and grow your business.

How Can
Montana APEX Help?

Montana APEX is dedicated to showing your company how to find, bid and win government contracts. Our team of specialists help make the contracting process clearer and easier so you can concentrate on pursuing opportunities.

Upcoming Events 
& Training

We offer free confidential consulting and a comprehensive selection of free training programs. Our Montana APEX advisors are ready to help your business learn what it takes to be a successful contractor.

Getting Started

Getting started is easy. Register to become a Montana APEX client and we will continue to be your resource throughout the contracting process.

Montana APEX Accelerator

APEX services are completely confidential. We can help you…

  • Examine whether government contracting is suitable for you

  • Explore and pinpoint target markets

  • Identify agencies’ buying trends

  • Review bids and proposals

  • Find networking events

  • Understand purchasing methods and contracting basics

  • Learn how to locate bid opportunities

  • Navigate the requirements for doing business with the General Services Administrator (GSA)

  • Get registered with Dun & Bradstreet, SAM (System for Award Management), the Invoice Processing Platform (IPP) and other government Websites

  • Apply for small business programs and certifications including HUBZone; 8(a); Service-Disabled-Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB); Woman-Owned-Small Business (WOSB), and others.

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This procurement technical assistance center is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Defense Logistics Agency.​

Contact

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Lynnette Engelhardt

Government Contracting Advisor

406-869-8413

lynnette@bigskyeda.org​

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