Acquisition Hour: Update on Government Certifications at Milwaukee-Area Local Agencies

This Acquisition Hour webinar will provide small businesses with important updates and a practical introduction to local government certification programs used by Milwaukee-area public agencies. Guest speakers from local government agencies will discuss recent and upcoming changes to their certification programs, how those programs work, who may qualify, what businesses should know before applying, and how certification can support vendor outreach, procurement visibility, and competitive positioning in the local government marketplace. 

Attendees will learn how local certifications differ from federal and state programs, what documentation and eligibility factors are commonly reviewed, and what changes may affect new applicants, renewing firms, and businesses seeking to use certification as part of a broader strategy to identify opportunities, connect with buyers, and pursue prime and subcontracting work with local public entities. 

 Speakers:

• Truphosa Mwololo, Manager-Small Business Programs, Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI)
• Dontreal Teague, Department of Compliance & Engagement, City of Milwaukee
• Jose Galvan, Supplier Development Specialist, Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (MMSD)
• Joe Oby, Contract Compliance Specialist, Dane County Civil Rights Department / DBE UCP

This webinar is eligible for 1 CPE credit.

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