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Local Economy

Four Active LSBRP Solicitations Open for Local Small Businesses

Montgomery County has four open Local Small Business Reserve Program solicitations, including landscaping, cleaning, and aquatic apparel contracts.

Procurement· Jan 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jan 9
Local Economy

Procurement Office Hosts Local and Veteran Preference Webinar Jan. 21

The Office of Procurement holds a free online open house on the Local and Veteran Preference Program on January 21, 2026, 10–11 a.m.

Procurement· Jan 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jan 9
Local Economy

Local Small Business Contracts Reach Record 33.7% Share in FY25

The County awarded $133M to Local Small Business Reserve Program vendors in FY25, the highest LSBRP percentage since the program launched in 2009.

Procurement· Jan 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jan 9
Local Economy

County MFD Spend Hits Record $274M in FY25

Montgomery County awarded a record $274M to certified minority, female, and disabled-owned businesses in FY25, up 10% from last year.

Procurement· Jan 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Jan 9
Local Economy

ABS January 2026 Sales Promotion Runs All Month

Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services is running a sale promotion throughout January 2026, while supplies last.

ABS· Jan 6, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “What's in Store - ABS (Alcohol Beverage Services)”
Jan 6
Local Economy

County Seeks Vendor for Aquatic Apparel Online Marketplace

Montgomery County Recreation is soliciting local small businesses to operate an aquatic apparel and accessories online marketplace and fulfillment service.

Office of Procurement· Jan 6, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Aquatic Apparel and Accessories Online Marketplace and Fulfillment”
Jan 6
Local Economy

Virtual 50+ Employment Expo Scheduled for January 20

Free virtual job expo for adults 50+ on Jan. 20, 10 a.m.–3 p.m., featuring age-friendly employers and job search workshops.

DHHS· Jan 5, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Partnerships Expand the Impact of County Programs: Get Involved!”
Jan 5
Local Economy

JCA Career Gateway Offers Job Training for 50+ Workers in January

Five-day virtual job search training for adults 50+ runs Jan. 12–22 via Zoom for $99; next session starts March 2.

DHHS· Jan 5, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Partnerships Expand the Impact of County Programs: Get Involved!”
Jan 5
Local Economy

County's First Farm-to-Table Symposium Held at BlackRock Center

Montgomery County held its inaugural Farm-to-Table Symposium on Nov. 10 at the BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown.

Sayles· Jan 1, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “The Sayles Sentinel - Farewell 2025: 12 Reasons to Celebrate”
Jan 1
Local Economy

County Creates Hiring Preference for Displaced Federal Workers

Bill 10-25E establishes a temporary preferential hiring category in Montgomery County government for workers displaced by federal layoffs.

Sayles· Jan 1, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “The Sayles Sentinel - Farewell 2025: 12 Reasons to Celebrate”
Jan 1
Local Economy

Virtual 50+ Employment Expo Scheduled for Jan. 20

A free virtual job fair for residents 50 and older runs 10 a.m.–3 p.m. on Jan. 20, coordinated by the Jewish Council for the Aging.

Elrich· Dec 31, 2025· 1 link
From: County Executive Marc Elrich — “Montgomery Update: County Executive Elrich Looks Back at Progress Made Through a…”
Dec 31
Local Economy

Free SkillUp Montgomery Online Job Training Available to All Residents

WorkSource Montgomery's SkillUp® platform offers 5,000+ free online courses and industry certifications to county residents.

Commission for Women· Dec 31, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Happy New Year from the Commission for Women!”
Dec 31
Local Economy

WorkSource Montgomery Launches Federal Workers Resource Hub

New online hub offers displaced federal employees and contractors guidance on unemployment, job search, and career development.

Commission for Women· Dec 31, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Happy New Year from the Commission for Women!”
Dec 31
Local Economy

Wheaton Federal Workforce Career Center Opens for Displaced Workers

Montgomery County's Mobilize Montgomery FWCC in Wheaton offers job placement, career coaching, and financial counseling for federal workers.

Commission for Women· Dec 31, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Happy New Year from the Commission for Women!”
Dec 31
Local Economy

County Seeks Vendors for Clean & Lien Landscaping and Waste Removal

RFP #1187491 seeks vendors for residential landscaping, board-up, and solid waste removal under the county's Clean & Lien Program.

Procurement· Dec 31, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Dec 31
Local Economy

County Seeks Bids for Window Cleaning and Power Washing Services

Montgomery County issued Amendment #1 on IFB #1189717 for window and glass surface cleaning and power washing on an as-needed basis.

Procurement· Dec 31, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Dec 31
Local Economy

Procurement Hosts Online Veteran Preference Program Overview Jan. 21

The Office of Procurement holds a free Zoom open house on its Veteran Preference Program on January 21, 2026, 10–11 a.m.

Procurement· Dec 31, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Dec 31
Local Economy

County MFD Business Spending Hits Record $274M in FY25

Montgomery County awarded a record $274M to certified Minority, Female, and Disabled-owned businesses in FY25, up 10% from the prior year.

Procurement· Dec 31, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Dec 31
Local Economy

Maryland Launches Community Business Compass Funding Portal

Maryland's new Community Business Compass portal helps businesses, nonprofits, and individuals find government grants, loans, and tax credits, starting with child care and fresh food.

OGM· Dec 29, 2025· 4 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Happy New Year from OGM! - December 29, 2025 MCG Grant Opportunities Newsletter”
Dec 29
Local Economy

Free SkillUp Montgomery Online Job Training Launches for Residents

WorkSource Montgomery's SkillUp® Montgomery offers Montgomery County residents free access to over 5,000 online job training courses.

CFW· Dec 24, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Happy Holidays from the Commission for Women”
Dec 24
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