Thurston Economic Development Council and Thurston County Chamber of Commerce are proud to invite you to the Local Procurement Symposium 2026 - Thurston County. Come to find networking opportunities with local government agencies and prime government contractors, and learn about contracting resources available to help your business grow.

Innovation and Technology Track:
-Learn how innovative firms protect their intellectual property directly from the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).
-Learn about the Navy's Small Business Innovation and Research (SBIR) program with NAVSEA SBIR representatives.

Subcontractor Track: Learn about subcontracting opportunities with prime contractors

2-Minute Elevator Pitch: Pitch your business, agency, or resource in front of the audience. Sign up is first-come first-served on the day of event.

Attending Agencies:

• NAVSEA Small Business Innovation and Research (SBIR)
• City of Tumwater
• North Thurston Public Schools
• Intercity Transit
• Thurston County
• Tumwater School District
• SPSCC
• Timberland Regional Libraries
• The Evergreen State College
• WSDOT

Attending Prime Contractors:

• FORMA
• Centennial Contractors Enterprises, Inc.
• Skanska
• SAYBR
• GLY Construction

Small Business Resources:

• Washington SBDC
• OMWBE
• Washington APEX Accelerator

When: February 19, 2026
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Register Here
For more information, contact: Grady Smith