State Contracting Overview

Date: 2/5/2026
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (EST)
Registration Deadline: 2/5/2026 5:00 PM (EST)

Point of Contact: Macomb Regional APEX Accelerators (586) 498-4122
Location: Online or In Person, Clinton Township MI
Training Topics: Government Contracting

Description:

Interested in doing business with the State of Michigan? This session provides a comprehensive look at how the Department of Technology, Management and Budget (DTMB) Procurement Office which serves as the state’s Central Purchasing Office, manages a portfolio of nearly 800 multi-year contracts worth billions of dollars. Learn how to navigate the state’s contracting process and uncover opportunities to grow your business through state and transportation related contracts.

Topics Covered:

• How to do business with the State of Michigan

• Navigating the state contracting process

• Partnering with the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT)

• Researching competitors using the OPEN MI website

Key Benefits of Attending:

• Understand how state procurement works and where your business fits in

• Learn the steps to become a registered vendor with the State of Michigan

• Discover contracting opportunities with MDOT

• Gain tools to research competitors and market trends

• Receive guidance on how to position your business for success in state contracting

TRAINING NOTES

Who should attend? Management and key players supporting government contracting efforts within your organization. 

This training is offered both on campus and online.

For the most effective training experience, we recommend attending in person and bringing a laptop to fully engage with the workshop materials. Class time may run over due to the nature of the training and questions. 

There are no fees to attend, however, registration is required.