There are many good and successful HUB's in Texas. All specializing in different areas of services. Government procurement is one area in which spending often rises, even in the roughest of economies. Governmental entities, at all levels, purchase millions of dollars worth of goods and services from outside vendors on a regular basis to make their city, county, state agency or district run smoothly and efficiently. Everything from information technology (IT) services, engineering services, water monitoring and environmental services, printing services, food services to construction projects and much more are procured by all types of government agencies. Becoming a business-to-government (B2G) vendor can be very profitable for private companies who understand the complexities and nuances of governmental contracting. In FY 2008, state agencies reported more than $46.5 billion in private sector contracts. It's all about relationships, knowing the right entities and cultivating team partnerships which move toward successfully. One Business to Government (B2g) company which may want to be considered is: WWW.TXGOVERNMENT.US Votes: +0

I will respond with some more specific comments soon. In the mean while, for those interested in the HUB requirements complete lack of (teeth) enforcement methods: there will be a focus group and other participatory opportunities to bring your voice, experience, ideas etc.

This is what I received: “This study comes under the State Representative Rom Haghighi, from the State Controller’s Office.

In conjunction with State of Texas officials, we will be conducting a focus group meeting in Austin , Texas on Friday, August 28, 2009 at 6:00 PM to secure input from business representatives like you that will be used as a part of a comprehensive study (disparity study) on State of Texas procurement of contracts, services, and products.

The focus groups are intended to capture feedback and suggested recommendations from firms doing business with or interested in doing business with State of Texas agencies and/or institutions of higher education. Discussions will include, but are not limited to, how businesses learn of contract opportunities, identified barriers that prevent businesses from doing business with the State, and your experiences, if any, when attempting to do business with the State of Texas.

We cordially invite you to participate in this very informative and important meeting. Please respond and I will send you an invite with details.

Should you have any questions or need additional information, please fell free to call me at (210) 787.9708. “

Al Talamantez
Innovative Strategies

If you are interested in participating please contact Mr. Talamantez. We, the HUB certified businesses, are the ones that could make a difference in the way the contract participation requirements are enforced.

Dr. Mario Sanchez
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