How to do business with the Federal Government

The team at SBA’s Hawaii-Pacific Islands District Office has a wealth of experience and an extensive network of lenders, trainers, consultants and resource providers in the private sector and at the Federal, State and County levels to help you build the business that you envision.Training, technical assistance and consulting services are readily available from the Small Business Development Centers (SBDC), the Women’s Business Center (MCBL), the Veterans Business Outreach Center of the Pacific (VBOC) and SCORE throughout the Hawaii-Pacific Islands District .Whether you’re in the early planning stages, need to develop your business plan or compile a financing package, these programs give professional support. The State Trade Expansion Program (HISTEP), with the State of Hawaii Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism (DBEDT), works with firms interested in or ready to export to learn, advance and secure international sales.SBA’s cutting edge “CEO” course, Emerging Leaders, sharpens the tools for small business owners to reach the next level by mastering business management skills.SBA’s government contracting has a significant impact on the Hawaii-Pacific Island’s economy, fueled by our critical location in the Pacific and the military investment. The 8(a) business development program, HUBZone initiative, Women-Owned Small Business Contracting, All Small Mentor-Protégé Program and other priority programs support training and contract awards to many small firms and open doors to business growth and job creation in our state.The Resource Guide available atwww.SBA.gov/hiis a great connector to our local resources. You’ll find even more information at your fingertips including forms, interactive training and the latest developments on our website to help make your entrepreneurial journey an incredible and profitable adventure.