Vendor Academy

Upcoming Virtual Workshops

• Office of the Inspector General’s Roles in the Procurement Process, May 14

  This course provides a summary of the OIG’s authority, function and independence in its oversight of large and diverse governmental organizations.

  • Wed., May 14
    11 a.m. - noon
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• Architectural and Engineering & Design-Build Services: How to Prepare a Proposal, May 22

  This workshop is intended to provide an overview of the Architectural and Engineering (A&E) and Design Build process. It also explains the vendor registration process, how to obtain Prequalification and Technical Certifications, governing legislations, and how to respond to A&E and Design Build solicitations.

  • Thurs., May 22
    10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
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• Contracting Opportunities: Invitation to Bid, June 5

  This workshop is intended to provide a general understanding of the Invitation to Bid (ITB) procurement method and how vendors can respond to an ITB. It will also provide an overview of the County’s procurement opportunities, vendor registration process and Small Business Enterprise programs.

  • Thurs., June 5
    10 a.m. - noon
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• Procurement Legislation, June 10

  The course will provide an overview to vendors pertaining applicable procurement legislation that governs contracts for goods and services and the various procedures and protocols involved in such legislation.

  • Tues., June 10
    10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
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• County’s Small Business Enterprise Program, June 18

  This workshop will provide an overview of the County’s Small Business Enterprise Program – how to become a certified SBE firm, benefits and opportunities.

  • Thurs., June 18
    11 a.m. - noon
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Vendor Events and Forums

• Vendor Onboarding Events

  Doing business with the County does not have to be challenging. The Academy offers onboarding events that provide information on the different procurement processes and navigation of the INFORMS eSupplier portal.

  • Friday, April 11, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
  • Friday, May 16, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.
  • Friday, June 13, 10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

• Vendor Forums - A New Path to Collaboration

  Vendor Forums demonstrate the County’s commitment to engage and collaborate with vendors. The goals of these forums include:

  • Providing opportunities for vendors to interact with County staff
  • Providing valuable insights on vendors’ experiences in doing business with the County.
  • Building and strengthening relationships between the County and vendors.
  • Providing avenues for vendors to learn about the County’s contracting opportunities and resources that are available to help them thrive.  

  Vendor Forums are hosted by the Strategic Procurement Department on the third Thursday of the designated month (unless otherwise noted) from 10 a.m. until noon. Online registration will be available 30 days prior to each session. 
  
  There are no Vendor Forums scheduled at this time; check back soon for updates and details.

• Vendor Matchmaking

  This workshop will provide an overview of the benefits of doing business with Miami-Dade County and contracting opportunities with County departments.

  • Friday, May 30, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.

  * Please note that the above schedule is tentative and subject to change.

• Vendor Registration Bootcamp

  The event is to assist with the County's vendor registration process step-by-step to make sure local businesses are ready to participate on County contracts. The event is intended for businesses not currently registered as a vendor with Miami-Dade County.

  • Friday, March 21, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.; Here's some additional information about this training
  • Friday, June 27, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m.
    

  Please note that the above schedule is tentative and subject to change.