NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — Small businesses are spending some time this fall learning about how to compete for government contracts.

Newport News is hosting the five-session workshop series called Contractors Academy. Small business owners are meeting at the Main Street Library to get practical guidance on identifying opportunities, preparing proposals, and understanding procurement processes.

Coming up this week, the city is also hosting “Serve the City: Food Service Provider Forum” on Oct. 9 and 23. The event offers restaurant owners, caterers, food truck operators and other food service professionals a behind-the-scenes look at how the city procures food services. Relevant agencies like the health district and commissioner of the revenue will participate.

“Small businesses are the backbone

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