Course Description
The Procurement Blueprint™ is the flagship course that introduces learners to the foundational
elements of the public procurement process. Built for both public professionals and private sector
participants, this course helps learners break through the complexity of government contracting and
understand how procurement decisions are made at local, state, and federal levels.
Participants begin by learning how to find and analyze procurement opportunities, decode solicitation
documents like RFPs and IFBs, and identify which contracts are right for their capabilities. From there,
the course walks through step-by-step instructions on how to prepare and submit compliant,
competitive bids, respond to clarifications, and avoid common disqualifications.
Learners will gain a clear understanding of public procurement regulations, ethical standards, and how
government buyers evaluate proposals. The course also dives into key certifications (such as DBE, HUB,
8a, WOSB) and how they can be leveraged for competitive advantage. By the end of the course, learners
walk away not only with practical templates and tools, but with a mindset shift: seeing procurement not
as a barrier, but as a strategic pathway to growth, equity, and opportunity
What you’ll learn
- Develop compliant, competitive proposals and avoid common pitfalls
- Build the confidence to work with procurement staff and contracting officers
- Understand the government buying process and how decisions are made
- Identify bid opportunities that align with their services or mission
Requirments
- No prior experience is required. Ideal for small business owners, nonprofit leaders, and new
procurement professionals.
Preview Modules:
- Module 1 The Big Picture
- Module 2 The Procurement Lifecycle
- Module 3 Vendor Readiness & Registration
- Module 4 Finding And Understanding Opportunities
- Module 5 Proposal Development & Submission
- Module 6 Certification & Special Programs
- Module 7 Post-Award Contract Management
- Module 8 Long-Term Strategy & Scaling
Preview Modules:
- Video Module 1: The Big Picture
- Video Module 2: The Procurement Lifecycle
- Video Module 4: Finding And Understanding Opportunities
- Video Module 5: Proposal Development & Submission
- Video Module 6: Certification & Special Programs
- Video Module 7: Post-Award Contract Management
- Video Module 8: Long-Term Strategy & Scaling
Curriculum
- 1 Section
- 0 Lessons
- 10 Weeks
- Modules0
