Note from Angela
Greetings Kansas DBEs,
In this month’s newsletter, we have included a couple news items and information on how you can register for bid and proposal opportunities with the city of Wichita. Please reach out to Chris Haislett (contact information included below) if you have any questions.
As always, please reach out to my office if there is anything we can help you with in your business. Whether it’s an educational need, coaching, or a referral, we are here to help your business succeed.
I hope you all have a great start to September and Happy Labor Day!
Ubuntu!
Angela
Dates & Deadlines
September 15
Extension Deadline: Form 1120, Form 1120S, and Form 1065
September
National Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
2nd: Labor Day
22nd: First Day of Fall
29th: National Coffee Day
Register for bid and proposal opps with the City of Wichita
As a certified DBE with the State of Kansas, the City of Wichita is committed to supporting and enhancing opportunities to do business with small/emerging business enterprises.
Please visit the City’s Vendor Self Service (VSS) website to register as a vendor to be notified of City bid and proposal opportunities. You may also view past bid results and current contracts on our website:
Vendor Self Service (VSS): https://selfserviceict.wichita.gov/vss/Vendors/default.aspx
DBE vendors may also qualify for the City’s Emerging Business Enterprise (EBE) certification. For certification criteria visit https://workwith.wichita.gov/ebe-certification
To learn more about becoming a vendor and how to do business with the City of Wichita, please contact Chris to schedule a time to meet and discuss.
Chris Haislett
Contract Compliance Officer
City of Wichita Purchasing
(316) 268-4417 (P)
chaislett@wichita.gov
News
KDOT accepting applications for Innovative Technology Program
The Innovative Technology Program provides financial assistance to governmental and non-governmental organizations for innovative transportation-related projects that promote safety, improve access or mobility and implement new transportation technology. Read the full release here (opens PDF).
Pittsburg State launches initiative to boost small businesses in SE Kansas
More opportunities are in store for entrepreneurs and small businesses in southeast Kansas, thanks to Pittsburg State. A $350,000 Forge grant from the Kansas Department of Commerce will fund the pilot program, the Foundry Initiative. It’ll be administered by the university’s Research, Economic and Community Engagement Division” at Block 22 in downtown Pittsburg and will begin in Crawford, Bourbon, Allen, and Neosho counties. Out of the grant money, $225,000 will be allocated for small business grants and technical assistant grants. The resources will be available to businesses and entrepreneurs in key sectors, including advanced manufacturing, food and agriculture, and professional and technical services. Read more here.
Suicide Prevention Month
September is National Suicide Prevention Month – a time to remember the lives lost to suicide, acknowledge the millions more who have experienced suicidal thoughts, and the many individuals, families and communities that have been impacted by suicide. It’s also a time to raise awareness about suicide prevention and share messages of hope.During September, and throughout the year, we can care about suicide prevention; connect to community, culture, data, and research; and collaborate with others to address this public health problem that has impacted millions of Americans. Read more about how you can help here.
We want to hear from you!
We want to feature you and your business in these newsletters! Example of last year’s DBE Spotlight include Nicolle with J&J Contractors and Cesar with S & S Rock Crushing. If you’re interested in answering a quick Q&A and providing a few photos, please email Bailey.
Also, we love to celebrate good DBE news! Email a link or short description to info@motsingercpa.com so that we can add it to a future newsletter.
