(Washington, DC) – The Government of the District of Columbia Office of Contracting and Procurement announced today a series of roundtables to be held throughout 2009 and 2010.  Representatives from various District agencies as well as contracting officers and buyers will be invited to the roundtable discussions.  

During the roundtables, businesses will have an opportunity to exchange information and ideas with other businesses; learn about upcoming procurement opportunities, and address any questions or concerns related to doing business with the District. The roundtables are free of charge and are held on the third Wednesday of each month.  Pre-registration is required for 1-on-1 discussions with a contracting officer. To register, please complete the registration form featured on OCP’s website.

The Roundtables are held from 3 pm – 5:30 pm; One Judiciary Square, 441 4th Street, NW, 11th Floor, (Judiciary Square, 4th Street exit on Red Line).  The dates are as follows:

• Wednesday, November 18 (Register by November 13)
  Featured Agencies: Council of the District of Columbia and OCP Commodity Group: Supplies and Goods

• Wednesday, January 20, 2010 (Register by January 15)
  Featured Agencies: Office of the State Superintendent of Education and OCP Commodity Group:  Information Technology

• Wednesday, March 17, 2010 (Register by March 12)
  Featured Agencies: DC Housing Finance Agency and OCP Commodity Group: Services

For additional information, please contact Tamara Haye at (202) 724-4234 or  tamara.haye@dc.gov.