Illinois APEX Accelerator

The Illinois APEX Accelerator is the front door for businesses looking to enter the world of government contracting. Our local centers provide one-on-one advising, technical information, marketing assistance, and training to existing businesses interested in selling their goods and services to the Department of Defense (DoD), and other Federal, State, and local government agencies. Services include: • Help targeting appropriate government agencies • Automated bid lead matching services • Access to government specifications and standards • Guidance with quality assurance issues • Assistance with certifications • Identification of Sub-contracting opportunities • Bar Code and Packaging Information • RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) • UID (Unique Identification) • Contract Administration Information • System for Award Management (SAM) Assistance • Review of Bid Packages