You can take our government contracting course live online from anywhere in Florida, from Jacksonville, Miami, Tampa, Orlando and St. Petersburg to small towns across the state. Every class is taught live by a real instructor, with time to ask questions and practice.
Why take this class?
Federal, state and local governments buy billions of dollars in goods and services every year, and small businesses can win a share with the right preparation.
What you will learn
- Registering in SAM.gov and getting your UEI
- Small business certifications and when they help
- Finding federal, state and local bids
- Reading an RFP and making bid/no-bid decisions
- Writing a compliant proposal and pricing your work
Class times for Florida
- Day cohort: Mon–Thu, 4 weeks, 12:00 PM–4:00 PM Pacific (3:00 PM–7:00 PM Eastern)
- Evening cohort: Tue & Thu, 9 weeks, 6:00 PM–9:00 PM Pacific (9:00 PM–12:00 AM Eastern)
The western Panhandle uses Central time, one hour earlier than the times shown.
Evening classes run late in Eastern time, so most Florida students choose the daytime or Saturday option.
Who it is for
This class is a good fit for small business owners, contractors, consultants and nonprofits that want to win public contracts in Florida.
Price and format
- Tuition: $1,497, or 3 payments of $499 (54 hours)
- Format: Live online on Zoom; join from home or work anywhere in Florida
- Certificate: Certificate of Completion from The Ayangbah Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
Paying for training in Florida
Some Florida residents can get help paying for job training through your local CareerSource Florida center. Funding rules vary by program and location, so ask your local office whether this class qualifies before you enroll.
How to join
- Read the full course details.
- Apply online and mention that you are joining from Florida.
- Check the class schedule for the next start date.
Questions? Email info@ayangbahfoundation.org or call (909) 454-7076. You can also join our free online info session any Monday at 5:00 p.m. Pacific.
FAQ
Can I take this class if I live in Florida?
Yes. The class is fully live online, so you can join from anywhere in Florida or the rest of the United States.
Is the class live or recorded?
Live. You attend with an instructor and classmates, and you can ask questions in real time.