Connecting Small Businesses to Government Opportunities 

UCEDC’s APEX Accelerator is your partner in navigating the world of government contracting. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to expand your government business, our expert team is here to help you every step of the way.

Your Guide to Government Contracting

UCEDC’s APEX Accelerator helps businesses succeed in government contracting through:

  • One-on-one counseling for tailored guidance
  • Workshops & training on key procurement topics
  • Certification assistance for small and disadvantaged businesses
  • Market research support to identify contract opportunities

Check out our services below, and subscribe to our newsletter or view our workshop calendar for upcoming sessions!

Services Upcoming Workshops
Services

How We Help Your Business Grow

No Cost Guidance


Providing contract support, registration assistance,
suitability assessments and more, at no cost to you

Suitability Assessment


Evaluating readiness for government opportunities
and positioning your company for success

Registration Assistance 


Registering with essential databases to facilitate
participation in the government marketplace

Market Research


Pinpointing the agencies in need of your
product or service

Bid Opportunity Identification 


Creating daily notifications of government
contracts your company can bid on

Networking Opportunities

Extending opportunities to meet buying officers,
prime contractors, and other businesses

Proposal Assistance 


Supporting complex solicitation packages to
ensure you capture every contract opportunity

Contract Support 


After winning a contract, help is available for
some contract performance issues and audits

Free Workshops

UCEDC offers FREE workshops presented in partnership with federal, state, and local agencies to help you identify opportunities

Upcoming Workshops

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This APEX Accelerator is funded in part through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense

This Apex Accelerator is partially funded by the County of Union, New Jersey

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UCEDC’s APEX Accelerator guides businesses through registrations, certifications, and opportunities.
See if we can help!

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Need a little inspiration?

Check out our client stories and read about the savvy small business owners who leveraged
UCEDC’s government contract counseling services into more revenue and new jobs.