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Once you have identified the Counselor for your geographic area and have completed your company profile and registration process with them via telephone, they will direct you to this section of our Web site. Here, they can assist you in identifying proper codes and appropriate contracting options for your company.

Registrations Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) - http://www.dnb.com/US/duns_update/index.html Central Contractor Registration (CCR) - http://www.ccr.gov Online Representations and Certifications Association (ORCA) - http://orca.bpn.gov You must have a DUNS number to register

Opportunities Subcontracting Sub-Net - http://sba.gov/subnet General Services Administration - http://www.gsa.gov Federal Supply Schedules Public Building Services IT Service Louisiana Office of State Purchasing - http:www.doa.louisiana.gov/osp

Small Business Programs - http://www.sba.gov 8(a) Small Disadvantaged Business (SDB) HUBZone Woman-Owned Business Veteran-Owned Business
For more information visit: http://www.sba.gov/GC/cmr/lasubs.html

Codes - http://www.census.gov/epcd/www/naics.html North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) Federal Supply Classification (FSC):Product and Service Codes

Acquisition Network - www.arnet.gov

Federal Acquisition Regulations - http://farsite.hill.af.mil

Procurement Histories, Specs & Standards Call your local PTAC counselor

Davis Bacon Davis Bacon Wage Determinations - http:www.wdol.gov U.S. Department of Labor Employment Standards Administration Wage and Hour Division - http://www.dol.gov/esa/whd/contracts/index.htm

Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) - http://www.acq.osd.mil/log/rfid/index.htm

Unique Identification (UID) - http://www.acq.osd.mil/dpap/pdi/uid/index.html

Wide Area Work Flow (WAWF) - https://wawf.eb.mil/

Defense Supply Centers Defense Energy Support Center (DESC) - Provides Department of Defense and other federal agencies with comprehensive energy support - http://www.desc.dla.mil/ Defense Supply Center Columbus (DSCC) - Purcahses spare parts and end items for Maritime and Land-Based weapon systems - http://www.dscc.dla.mil/ Defense Supply Center Philadelphia (DSCP) - Purchases food, clothing and textiles, pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, and general and industrial items in support of America's war fighters worldwide - http://www.dscp.dla.mil/ Defense Supply Center Richmond (DSCR) - Purchases spare parts and end items for Lead Center for aircraft weapon systems - http://www.dscr.dla.mil/ DoD E-Mall - http://www.emall.dla.mil

Specialties & More - Provider of advertising specialty items (pens, caps, trophies, etc.) Advertising Specialties & More continues to be quite busy with supplying the Center for Veterans Enterprise with banners and other specialty-type advertising materials. In one recent quarter, this veteran-owned business reported nearly $3,500 in contracts with the Veterans Administration (VA). LA PTAC provided the following assistance: ~advised client of their eligible and ineligible categories/criterion ~provided client with list of Louisiana-based energy clients to target market ~assisted in procurement process with DLA Supply Centers ~provided Small Business Specialist contact information ~provided matrix to assist in bid/no bid decision process assisted with completion of requests for quotes

Success Stories

Coastal Culvert and Supply, Inc Eunice, LA 70535 The following is a thank you letter addressed to LA PTAC-Southwest Counselor from Coastal Culvert and Supply. It is with great pleasure that I write this letter attesting to the many benefits our business, Coastal Culvert and Supply, Inc. has experienced as a result of our collaboration with the Southwest PTAC. Since the inception of our relationship ten years ago, SW PTAC has kept us abreast of government projects in the construction field, many of which we have ultimately supplied including projects at the University of Louisiana- Lafayette and numerous jobs at Fort Polk in Leesville. In fact, we are currently in negotiations with the low bidder on a project at Fort Polk as a direct result of your help. As a small business owner, it makes economic sense to depend on experienced organizations such as yours in finding leads for projects, thereby, saving myself prospecting time money. I personally greatly appreciate your assistance in tailoring our bid language to the exact specifications of the various government agencies that we deal with, which can be a daunting task. Over the last ten years, gross sales in our business have nearly doubled. I have no doubt that we owe some of that growth to the support we have had from SW PTAC. I thank you for your continued support in helping us to compete in the government market, and I look forward to continuing our relationship for many years. Sincerely, Terry M. Brown Secretary/Treasurer Coastal Culvert and Supply, Inc."

EMCO Technologies Baton Rouge, LA Below is a thank you letter addressed to Dr. Ray P. Authement, President of University of Louisiana at Lafayette in recognition of LA PTAC. "Dear Dr. Authement, I want to thank the University of Louisiana at Lafayette for supporting and providing funding for LA PTAC to consult with Louisiana businesses regarding government contracting. We have worked with LA PTAC for almost one year, and they have been extremely helpful in providing us services and guidance. They have played a significant role in EMCO recent successes. Examples are: Facilitated introductions and other services that resulted in EMCO obtaining a contract with Lockheed Martin IT for desktop services to NASA Space Flight Centers. This three year contract means over 200 workers across the United States are now EMCO employees bringing that source revenue to Louisiana. Assisted EMCO in securing General Services Administration schedule which aided EMCO in obtaining other government contracts Provided points of contract for marketing purposes at LA based federal government agencies as well as Houston and Galveston areas Provided points of contact for marketing purposes at LA based chemical plants On behalf of myself and other businesses who have used the services of LA PTAC, thank you for your support of their work. Sincerely Yours, Janice H. Pellar President"

International Mezzo Technologies, Inc. - Developing tomorrows high tech Contact: Steve McCune Over the years International Mezzo Technologies, Inc. has attracted millions of dollars in federal, state and industrial support for Research and Development in new micro-manufacturing technology. With more than $1,400,000 awarded to date in contracts with the United States Navy, United States Missile Defense Agency, Air Force Research Laboratory, Naval Air Warfare Center and Office of Naval Research, International Mezzo Technologies has enjoyed a successful relationship with LA PTAC. Recently, our client contacted PTAC when he needed assistance in completing SF 1034 and SF 1035(Public Voucher Invoice) for Office of Naval Research. PTAC researched forms online, contacted the Office of Naval Research contracting officer, and sought advice and guidance from PTAC Program Manager. PTAC was able to assist client with completing Public Voucher Invoice blank by blank. PTAC suggested and client was able to get buy-in from contracting office to review draft copy of invoice prior to formal submittal. Client reported Office of Naval Research contract totaling $448,318. Testimonial: ?Cindy Carrier of Southeast PTAC has been of great assistance to our organization. It is of great comfort to know that if a problem or question arises out of government contract work, that there is help available that can assist my every need.? ~ Steve McCune

IPS, Inc. - An 8(a) certified retail company IPS supplies bearings, valves, tubes, hoses, pumps� instrumentation, and electrical components to name a few. With the assistance of LA PTAC, IPS, Inc. was awarded a $3.1 million contract from Defense Supply Center Columbus. IPS has also been awarded contracts with Defense Supply Centers Richmond and Philadelphia, TACOM, US Army Corps of Engineers and the Peterson Air Force Base. IPS, a long-standing client of LA PTAC, is regularly involved in government contracting and often turns to us for assistance and back-up. Activities on their behalf have included: ~notification of bid leads ~collection of NSN procurement histories to assist with pricing ~research and assistance with POPS EDI information ~gathering of information from SB specialist at DSCR ~explanation of POPS and Long Term Contracting ~contractor Web site research ~attendance at DCSR conference on client's behalf ~guidance with DLA Supply Centers' procurement process ~guidance on doing business with the Veterans Administration and Fort Polk ~gathering of information on DOD Emall ~resolution of QPL issues with contractor ~collection of bid leads based upon specific NSN numbers ~development of process for handling multiple-page NSN documents ~collection of NSN history results ~resolution of a problem regarding specs on a particular component involved collection and review of engineering drawings, serving as intermediary between all parties) ~research via bid.search.comto provide details needed to quote ~updates on procurement changes ~directed client to a variety of resources and books to assist the process ~assistance with meeting follow-up tasks ~matched IPS with another manufacturer for bundling of products per contractor's request

Materials Management Group- An 8(a) certified environmental engineering company The award of a Department of Defense mentor-prot�g� relationship with a large defense contractor (Washington Group International), meant a value in excess of $3 million for our client, Materials Management Group (MMG). In addition, MMG gained national recognition with the Nunn-Perry Award from the Defense Department in Washington, D.C. Thirteen groups were recognized with MMG the only Louisiana firm among them. Since this mentor-prot�g�' relationship began, MMG has increased their gross revenue by 50%. LA PTAC's involvement on their behalf has included: ~gathering of bid leads ~assistance with government contracting issues and officers ~assistance with training events ~resolution of problems with 8a bid leads ~assistance with mentor-prot�g� program ~assistance with NCMA seminars ~involvement with on-going government contracting issues

Southern Services & Equipment, Inc.Custom metal fabrication, welding and machine shop services The Southern Services & Equipment, Inc., sought the assistance of the New Orleans PTAC in preparation of their proposal, pricing and negotiation to a contract by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for maintenance and repair of 3 diesel engines at Pointe Coupee Pumping Station. In June 2004, the client was awarded a $200,000 contract. The New Orleans PTAC contribution to the success story and tangible results includes 6 new jobs and the retention of 3 others. ?We would like to thank you and the New Orleans PTAC for helping us achieve this contract. We appreciate having someone on our side that is knowledgeable in government contracting, advising our company of the correct procedures and answering all questions (no matter how silly or small they may be). Again, thank you Mr. Bob and know we?ll be calling soon.? Sincerely, Marc & Cheryl Nunez

Sunset Marine, LLC An 8(a) certified Kenner, LA Sunset Marine, LLC recognized a niche market in the dredging business and with LA PTAC - New Orleans assistance, created a plan to fill that need. PERSERVERANCE! Sunset Marine, LLC does not understand the concept of the word NO. In fact, I doubt if it is even part of the firm?s language. Captain Maurice had a vision for his small dredging company and approached the New Orleans District Corps of Engineers about a dredging contract in November 1999. He presented a very ambitious plan that sounded good, but was questionable if it could be accomplished. The dredging industry has very few small business dredges and even more unique is that Sunset Marine, LLC is a Section 8(a) firm. The rules for dredging are very restrictive. Captain Maurice studied the rules and found ways to overcome. He put together a team that was satisfactory. After several years of different approaches and with the assistance of the LA PTAC - New Orleans, Sunset Marine was awarded an IDIQ contract that has as a maximum order limitation $3 million dollars. Why was this Veteran-owned, Section 8(a) contractor successful - he was persistent. The New Orleans PTAC rendered assistance in the areas of Marketing, Contracting Rules and Regulations, Pricing and Negotiations.

X-TECHS, Ltd. X-TECHS, Ltd., a client of New Orleans PTAC was awarded a multi-year contract by the VA Medical Center in excess of $1,000,000. The PTAC Counselor assisted the client in reviewing the solicitation, offering guidance, and suggestions for the final submittal. One thing of great importance in this success story is X-TECHS internal efforts and diligence in pursuing the contract. They brought the proposal to final draft stage and then invited the NO PTAC to continue working with them. The NO PTAC made us proud to assist and to see achieved the ultimate success-a contract award. Congratulations to X-TECHS, Ltd!

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