The Collin County Governmental Purchasers Forum Vendor Meet & Greet

The 31st Annual Collin County Governmental Purchasers Forum Vendor Meet & Greet is a networking and business development event rather than a traditional procurement solicitation. This forum brings together vendors and suppliers with purchasing professionals from Collin County Government entities, school districts, cooperatives, and members of the Dallas-Fort Worth Chapter of the National Institute of Governmental Purchasing (NIGP). The event is scheduled for Wednesday, May 13, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM at Collin College Frisco Campus Conference Center (9700 Wade Blvd., Frisco, Texas 75035). The primary objective is to facilitate connections between private sector suppliers and multiple public agencies, enabling vendors to learn about government procurement processes and establish direct relationships with decision-makers. The program includes a "How to do Business with Government Entities" presentation beginning at 1:15 PM, immediately followed by a meet and greet session with representatives from various public agencies. Attendance is complimentary, and interested vendors can register through the provided SignUpGenius link at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C084DA8A82CA6F9C52-61807491-31st. The opportunity was posted on February 13, 2026, with a registration deadline of May 13, 2026.

This event does not involve set-aside designations, restrictions on organization types, or formal award values, as it is designed as an open networking forum accessible to all vendors and suppliers seeking to establish business relationships with government entities in the region. There are no incumbent vendors, contract terms, or technical integration requirements associated with this networking event. The forum serves as an informational and relationship-building opportunity rather than a competitive bidding process, allowing vendors of all sizes and classifications to participate and gain insights into procurement opportunities available through Collin County Government, local school districts, and cooperative purchasing organizations. Participation is free and open to any qualified vendor or business representative interested in learning about government purchasing procedures and connecting with public sector procurement professionals.