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Contract Opportunities Center

The Contract Opportunities Center offers online or in-person training/workshops concerning government contracting at low to no cost.

The Contract Opportunities Center provides specialized and professional assistance to individuals and businesses seeking to learn about contracting and subcontracting opportunities in order to create job opportunities and economic growth. The Contract Opportunities Center APEX Accelerator serves businesses within the El Paso, Texas area since 1986 when the US Department of Defense awarded a cooper

ative agreement to the El Paso Community College. Through this cooperative agreement, the Contract Opportunities Center is able to provide technical and specialized training to individuals and businesses pursuing government contracting whether through local, state, or federal agencies. At the Contract Opportunities Center, the Procurement Specialists assist clients with the following:
• SAM registration,
• SBA Dynamic Small Business Search profile
• Federal/state certifications (Women-Owned, Veteran-Owned, HubZone, Texas HUB & DBE)
• Marketing to the government
• Responding effectively to bid proposals,
• Researching strategies for accessing federal, state, and local government markets,
• Understanding government regulations, and
• Understanding advantages of teaming & joint venture agreements. In addition, The Contract Opportunities Center offers a Bid Matching service with an annual fee of $50 that automatically searches 75,000 procurement websites, matching keywords provided by the client with bid solicitations, sending results directly to the client's email. Disclaimer
The EPCCCD does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability or veteran status. This APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense. The content of any written materials or verbal communications of this APEX Accelerator does not necessarily reflect the official views of or imply endorsement by the DOD or EPCC.

08/13/2026

We would also like to thank everyone who joined us for our Procurement Conference, August 12, 2026! Thank you to our attendees, both government and general, as well as our speakers/presenters, to our sponsors and lastly to our staff for making this event a success!
We greatly appreciate everyone who came to network, learn, and build stronger connections within our community. We look forward to the future! Thank you!

08/13/2026

We want to thank our sponsors for making our Procurement Conference possible! We would like to express our deepest gratitude for your generous support. Thank you!

08/10/2026

The featured presentation for our Procurement Conference, scheduled August 12, 2026, is VetHub Program by DeAnna Diaz, CTCD, CTCM, Compliance Analyst, Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts. The presentation will be explaining the certification process for the VetHUB program. The presentation will go over the eligibility requirements, documentation and networking items for the vendor.

To register, visit: https://secure.touchnet.com/C20715_ustores/web/store_cat.jsp?STOREID=42&CATID=125

For more information, visit: https://www.elpasococ-events.org/procuremenent-conference

08/03/2026

The Contract Opportunities Center invites you to take part in our Procurement Conference on August 12, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. MDT at 9050 Viscount Blvd. El Paso, TX 79925 in the Auditorium and Boardroom of the EPCC Administrative Services Center, Building A.

This conference is open to all businesses, contractors and vendors interested in contracting with government agencies.
This conference provides a venue for local and regional businesses to network with federal, state, and local agencies and prime contractors. Historically, this conference has been a resource for government agencies and contractors to extend their outreach to West Texas and its veteran and commercial business community.

For more information or to register for our conference, visit our website at: https://www.elpasococ-events.org/procuremenent-conference

07/30/2026

Navigating Uncertainty: Recent Changes in the Federal Contracting Landscape. Government contractors face an ever-evolving landscape of rules and regulations. Over the past two years alone, we’ve seen significant changes that impact small businesses. In this presentation, government contracts attorney Matthew Schoonover will discuss some of the most notable changes to policies, rules, and regulations that might impact your business. We’ll also discuss strategies that small businesses can use to maintain their competitiveness in this changing landscape.

The featured presentation for our Procurement Conference, scheduled August 12, 2026, is Legal Updates & Compliance in Government Contracting presented by Matthew Schoonover, Equity Partner, Schoonover & Moriarty LLC.

To register, visit: https://secure.touchnet.com/C20715_ustores/web/store_cat.jsp?STOREID=42&CATID=125

For more information, visit: https://www.elpasococ-events.org/procuremenent-conference

07/29/2026

Learn how to do business with Clark Construction Group, LLC and the Upcoming Bridge of the Americas Land Port of Entry Modernization Project at our Procurement Conference, August 12, 2026.

Clark Construction Group, LLC invites prospective subcontractor partners to explore business opportunities for the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Bridge of the Americas (BOTA) Land Port of Entry Modernization project in El Paso, TX. Join us to learn about our procurement process and how your firm can join our project team as we pursue this important project.

For more information, visit: https://www.elpasococ-events.org/procuremenent-conference

For General Registration, visit: https://secure.touchnet.com/C20715_ustores/web/store_cat.jsp?STOREID=42&CATID=125

07/29/2026

Grow your local business at the EPCC Procurement Conference!
Aug 12, 9AM-1PM MDT
EPCC ASC, Bldg A
Register at https://www.elpasococ-events.org/procuremenent-conference
For more info call (915) 831-7745
epccrecruitment

07/24/2026

The Department of War is seeking input from businesses across the defense industrial base to help shape the future of the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) program.

Following the suspension of CMMC Phase II on July 13, the Department launched a 60-day review and is inviting industry feedback through an official Request for Information (RFI) on SAM.gov.

Share your feedback to help shape a practical, scalable cybersecurity approach that strengthens national security and the defense marketplace while reducing unnecessary burden.

📅 RFI closes August 14 at 12:00 p.m. ET

🔗 Submit comments through the official SAM.gov RFI: https://sam.gov/workspace/contract/opp/89ef9bfb0834473791e991c712698d94/view

While the review is underway, cybersecurity requirements remain in effect. Companies should continue implementing NIST SP 800-171 Rev. 2 security controls, complying with applicable DFARS requirements, and completing required Phase I self-assessments.

07/17/2026

The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is hosting an Industry Day for the Bridge of the Americas Land Port of Entry Modernization Project on July 27, 2026.

This networking event allows small businesses, subcontractors, suppliers and construction professionals to meet the three shortlisted Design-Build teams competing for the primary project contract. Representatives from the GSA’s Office of Small Business and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) El Paso District Office will also be on-site to assist small businesses seeking partnering opportunities.
Event Logistics
• Date: Monday, July 27, 2026
• Time: 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM MDT
• Venue: El Paso Community College (EPCC) Administrative Services Center Contract Opportunities Center
• Specific Location: Building A, Auditorium
• Address: 9050 Viscount Blvd, El Paso, TX 79925
Key Event Features
• Meet the Shortlist: Connect directly with the three Design-Build finalist teams.
• Subcontracting Matchmaking: Discover specific trade opportunities for local suppliers and contractors.
• Small Business Resources: Get guidance on certifications and federal contracting programs directly from SBA and GSA Small Business specialists.
No Registration is Required for this Event.

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9050 Viscount, Building B, B-545
El Paso, TX
79925

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 5pm
Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19158317754

Website

http://www.elpasococ-events.org/

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