Contracting Opportunities in Chester, Pennsylvania

Event Overview

Join us for this exclusive half-day event designed specifically for contractors and business owners interested  providing goods and services in Chester, PA. This event combines valuable networking opportunities with practical training sessions to help you grow your business through government and institutional contracts.

Business owners will have the unique opportunity to learn directly from procurement decision-makers about how to successfully navigate the contracting process with multiple entities. Whether you’re new to government contracting or looking to expand your existing business relationships, this event provides the connections and knowledge you need to understand the procurement environment and succeed.

What You’ll Gain

Participants will:

• Learn step-by-step processes for doing business with government entities
• Connect directly with procurement officers from anchor institutions in Chester
• Discover upcoming contract opportunities before they’re broadly advertised
• Understand certification requirements and preferences for minority-owned businesses
• Access personalized consulting and training resources at no cost
• Network with fellow contractors and potential business partners

Contracting Opportunities

Learn about specific contracting opportunities with:

1. State of Pennsylvania – State contract opportunities and set-aside programs
2. City of Chester – Municipal projects and ongoing service needs
3. Federal Infrastructure Projects – Upcoming federally-funded initiatives in the Chester area
4. Anchor Institutions including:

• Kimberly Clarke
• Stadium
• Upland School District
• Widener University
• Other major Chester employers and institutions

Special Features

• One-to-One Consulting: Schedule individual meetings with procurement specialists
• Resource Center: Information on certification, financing, and business development
• Networking Breakfast: Connect with presenters and fellow business owners
• Contract Pipeline: Preview of upcoming opportunities for 2025-2026

Who Should Attend

This event is specially designed for:

• Small businesses based in Chester
• Contractors currently providing goods and services in Chester
• Small businesses looking to expand through government contracting
• Vendors seeking relationships with anchor institutions
• Entrepreneurs interested in certification as diverse suppliers

Partners

This event is made possible through collaboration with Chester City, Riverfront Alliance of Delaware County, Southeast APEX Accelerator, Pennsylvania Bureau of Diversity, Inclusion and Small Business Opportunities, Widener University Small Business Development Center, and  several Anchor Institutions and community partners committed to strengthening Chester’s local business economy.

For additional information, please contact: Widener University SBDC

Email: wusbdc@widener.edu

Phone: (610) 499-4109