Doing business with local government requires preparation, regulatory knowledge, and strategy. That is why we are sharing with our community the upcoming virtual workshops from Miami-Dade County’s Vendor Academy—an important initiative for entrepreneurs and suppliers looking to expand their business opportunities with the County.
Miami-Dade County offers these training spaces through its Vendor Academy program, designed to strengthen the readiness of local vendors and promote more informed participation in public procurement processes.
Upcoming Virtual Workshops
Keep Ethics in Mind When You Do Business with the County
📅 Thursday, March 5, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
This workshop will provide an overview of ethics in the procurement process, including conflicts of interest, the “cone of silence,” public records laws, and principal and lobbyist registration requirements.
https://miamidade.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ImQzBEkJRfGkfYjz5KrzkQ#/registration
Procurement Legislation
📅 Tuesday, March 10, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
An overview of the legislative framework that regulates goods and services contracts—essential information for any company interested in contracting with the County.
https://miamidade.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_VKx5SeP5TI-LP3CMuJhQ6g#/registration
Contracting Opportunities: Invitation to Bid (ITB)
📅 Thursday, March 19, 2026 | 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
A detailed walkthrough of the “Invitation to Bid” contracting method, with practical recommendations on how to properly review documents and submit competitive proposals.
https://miamidade.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xCiBRraBTrCynskLSY7aqg#/registration
Why is this relevant for our community?
For entrepreneurs, business owners, and leaders seeking to diversify their income and access government contracts, understanding the procurement process is not optional—it is strategic. These workshops help you:
Reduce regulatory risks.
Submit better-structured proposals.
Identify real contracting opportunities.
Strengthen business competitiveness.
We invite our members and partners to take advantage of these free resources offered by the County.
To view the full workshop calendar, visit: miamidade.gov/VendorAcademy
If you are not yet registered as a vendor, you can start the process through the official Miami-Dade County vendor registration page:
https://www.miamidade.gov/global/service.page?Mduid_service=ser1555532436896147
From the U.S. Hispanic women’s chamber of commerce, we will continue sharing tools that open doors and expand opportunities—because growth also means understanding and mastering the systems where new business possibilities are created.
