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OK APEX Accelerators

Mission
The OK APEX provides FREE marketing and technical assistance to Oklahoma businesses interested in selling products and services to federal, state, local, and tribal governments.  The primary purpose of OK APEX is to create jobs and expand the economy in Oklahoma by providing specific, valuable resources to Oklahoma businesses..
 
Organization
OK APEX services clients out of 10 participating technology centers across Oklahoma.  The Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education administers the program.  Our program is funded through a partnership with the Indian Capital Technology Center, the Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education, and a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense.  
 
Services
  • One-on-One Counseling
  • Federal Registration Assistance
  • State Registration Assistance
  • Bid Matching Service (great for helping you find government opportunities)
  • Solicitation Interpretation
  • Proposal Guidance & Review
  • Subcontracting Assistance
  • Free or Nominal Fee Workshops
  • Large Scale Printing (for construction blueprints)
 
If you are ready to start receiving services from one of our OK APEX Accelerators, use this secure link to complete our intake form.  You only need to fill out the items in red.
 
Government Registrations
Companies positioning themselves to pursue and compete for government contracts at all levels must, in most cases, be registered with the applicable government agency. At the U.S. federal level, registration in the System for Award Management (SAM) is mandatory. Small businesses and businesses desiring to be recognized as small, disadvantaged and/or HUBZone status will need to complete certain certifications with the Small Business Administration (SBA). Registration with the State of Oklahoma Department of Central Services provides prospective vendors with notification of businesses and contacting opportunities. County and city/local agencies may also require vendor registration. The OK APEX office can assist you in collecting the information you will need for SAM, SBA, and State of Oklahoma vendor registrations.
 

Helping you navigate within the federal procurement and contracting system. Assisting in government registration, locating bid opportunities & bid/proposal preparation. See below for some of the courses available this fall.

 

Government Contracting: First Steps Workshop

Federal, state & local governments represent THE largest consumer of goods. You name it & the government needs it. However, before bidding on your piece of the government pie, you need this Government Contracting First-Steps Workshop. Virtual options available. 1HR/No Cost 

 

12/07, W, 11:00A-12:00P, TAH

 

Helpful Links

The following links are to outside website.  OK APEX makes no promises on the performance or policies of these sites.

 

SAM

This will be the official U.S. government website for people who make, receive, and manage federal awards.

 

APTAC

A wealth of links to important procurement sites can be found on our national APTAC website.

 

Vet Biz Information

The VA provides a wide range of services for veterans owning businesses.  Learn more at the Federal Web Portal for Veterans in Business.  

 

Oklahoma State Procurement

Oklahoma's Central Services seeks to purchase and sell quality goods and services, striving for the best economic use of taxpayers' money while carefully monitoring and improving our time, talent, and resources.  

 

Oklahoma IT Procurement

This link provides information on the IT procurement wiki, where you can find solicitations and a forum for vendors to ask questions on an open bid.

 

Government Spending Facts

An interesting website that compiles data on federal spending on contracts, grants, and direct payments.  The reports are generated on spending by contractor, location of contractor, or location of performance.

 

NAICS/SIC Search

This link provides hlep to identify/confirm the Industry Code for all businesses of interest.  Enter an Industry Code in the Search Box to see the full description and the top 10 firms in that code.

 

Small Business Administration

This link connects to the SBA and continues to help small business owners and entrepreneurs pursue the American dream.  SBA is the only cabinet-level federal agency dedicated to small businesses and provides counseling, capital, and getting started.

FOR MORE DETAILS CONTACT

Katey Sherrick-Blair, APEX Accelerators

[email protected]

918-348-7940

 

Fabiela Kemble, APEX Accelerators

[email protected]

918-348-7938