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WorkSource Montgomery Launches Federal Workers Resource Hub

WorkSource Montgomery has launched an online hub for federal employees and contractors facing job loss, covering benefits, job search, and legal aid.

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

Mobilize Montgomery Federal Workforce Career Center Opens in Wheaton

Montgomery County has opened a career center in Wheaton dedicated to supporting displaced federal workers with job placement and coaching.

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

Six Active LSBRP Solicitations Open for Local Small Businesses

Montgomery County has six active Local Small Business Reserve Program solicitations open, covering cleaning, landscaping, landfill maintenance, and more.

Office of Procurement· Dec 23, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Dec 23
Local Economy

Online Open House: Veteran Preference Program Overview Jan. 21

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

Office of Procurement· Dec 23, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Dec 23
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, 21.21% of eligible dollars.

Office of Procurement· Dec 23, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Dec 23
Local Economy

Elrich Briefing to Cover Samsung Biologics-GSK Rockville Deal

County Executive Elrich holds virtual media briefing Dec. 23 on Samsung Biologics' pending purchase of GSK's Rockville campus.

PIO· Dec 23, 2025· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.…”
Dec 23
Local Economy

Samsung Biologics Buys GSK Rockville Campus for $280M

Samsung Biologics acquires GSK's Rockville manufacturing campus for $280M, preserving 500+ jobs in its first U.S. manufacturing site.

Elrich· Dec 22, 2025· 0 links
From: Statement - Montgomery County, MD — “Statement from Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich on Samsung Biologics'…”
Dec 22
Local Economy

Montgomery College Raptor Tank 2025 Awards $5,000 to Student Entrepreneurs

Six student groups competed in Montgomery College's 13th Raptor Tank Business Pitch Competition on Nov. 19, vying for $5,000 in seed funding.

MCTV· Dec 22, 2025· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “PEG Bytes Newsletter #277; December 22, 2025”
Dec 22
Local Economy

County's Development Ombudsman Tom Lewis Named State House Special Advisor

County Executive Elrich praises departing Development Ombudsman Tom Lewis, appointed Special Advisor to House Speaker Peña-Melnyk.

Elrich· Dec 19, 2025· 0 links
From: Statement - Montgomery County, MD — “Statement from County Executive Marc Elrich on Maryland House of Delegates Speak…”
Dec 19
Local Economy

SkillUp Montgomery Offers Free Online Job Training Platform

WorkSource Montgomery's SkillUp® Montgomery gives county residents free 24/7 access to over 5,000 online job skills courses.

CFW· Dec 19, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Secure Your Spot at the 2026 Women’s Legislative Briefing”
Dec 19
Local Economy

WorkSource Montgomery Launches Federal Workers Resource Hub

WorkSource Montgomery has launched an online Resource Hub for federal employees and contractors facing workforce reductions.

CFW· Dec 19, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Secure Your Spot at the 2026 Women’s Legislative Briefing”
Dec 19
Local Economy

Mobilize Montgomery Federal Workforce Career Center Opens in Wheaton

Montgomery County has opened a dedicated career center in Wheaton for displaced federal workers, offering job placement and coaching.

CFW· Dec 19, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Secure Your Spot at the 2026 Women’s Legislative Briefing”
Dec 19
Local Economy

FY26 Emerging Business District Grant Program Launching in January

Montgomery County's FY26 Emerging Business District Grant Program is expected to launch in January 2026, supporting nonprofit commercial district management entities.

OGM· Dec 19, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “FY26 NSP Priority Deadline Extended! - December 19, 2025 MCG Grant Opportunities…”
Dec 19
Local Economy

County Minimum Wage Rate Rises to $18.15 Per Hour as of July 2025

Montgomery County's Wage Requirements Law rate increased to $18.15 per hour, effective July 1, 2025, for county contracts.

Procurement· Dec 19, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Dec 19
Local Economy

County Seeks Community Outreach Support Specialist via LSBRP

Montgomery County issued informal solicitation #1190272 for a Community Outreach Support Specialist under the Local Small Business Reserve Program.

Procurement· Dec 19, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Dec 19
Local Economy

County Solicits Archive Record and Revit-Autodesk Data Integration Services

Montgomery County issued informal solicitation #1181463 for Archive Record and Revit-Autodesk Data Integration Services under LSBRP.

Procurement· Dec 19, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Dec 19
Local Economy

County Solicits Bids for Window Cleaning and Power Washing

Montgomery County issued LSBRP solicitation IFB #1189717 for window, glass surface cleaning, and power washing services on an as-needed basis.

Procurement· Dec 19, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Dec 19
Local Economy

Procurement Hosts Veteran Preference Program Online Open House

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

Procurement· Dec 19, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Dec 19
Local Economy

County Awards Record $274M to MFD Businesses in FY25

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

Procurement· Dec 19, 2025· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Dec 19
Local Economy

MCFRS Seeks Marine Motor Contractor, Bid Due Dec. 26

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service soliciting a local small business to supply and service Mercury Marine outboard motors for rescue boats.

Office of Procurement· Dec 17, 2025· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “MERCURY MARINE MOTORS AND INSTALLATION, INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, REPAIR SERVICE …”
Dec 17
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