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LSBRP Solicitation Open for Graphic Arts Services

RFP #1192245 for Graphic Arts Services is active under the Local Small Business Reserve Program.

Procurement· May 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
May 7
Local Economy

LSBRP Solicitation Open for Graphic Design Services

RFP #1188835 for Graphic Design Services is active under the Local Small Business Reserve Program; five amendments have been issued.

Procurement· May 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
May 7
Local Economy

County Procurement Launches New Website April 20

Montgomery County Office of Procurement launched a new website on April 20, 2026; IT support available for access issues.

Procurement· May 7, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
May 7
Local Economy

Wheaton–Kensington Restaurant Week Returns May 11–17

Independently owned restaurants in Wheaton and Kensington offer special menus and promotions during the weeklong event.

PIO· May 7, 2026· 1 link
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Wheaton–Kensington Restaurant Week Set for May 11–17”
May 7
Local Economy

Second Annual Wheaton–Kensington Restaurant Week Runs May 11–17

Over 20 local restaurants in Wheaton and Kensington offer prix-fixe menus and promotions during the week-long dining event.

Fani-González· May 6, 2026· 1 link
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “District 6 Updates | Español abajo”
May 6
Local Economy

Elrich Collaborates With Gov. Moore on Economic Development, Transportation

County Executive Elrich met with Maryland Gov. Wes Moore this week on joint economic development and transportation initiatives.

PIO· May 5, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 1:30 p.m…”
May 5
Local Economy

Online Open House on Small Business Grants Scheduled May 20

Montgomery County Procurement hosts a Zoom open house on small business grants, loans, and access to capital on May 20, 10–11 a.m.

Procurement· May 1, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
May 1
Local Economy

MBE Certification Event Set for May 13 in Silver Spring

Montgomery County Procurement and the African-American Chamber co-host an MBE certification event May 13 in Silver Spring.

Procurement· May 1, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
May 1
Local Economy

Four Active LSBRP Solicitations Open for Local Small Businesses

Montgomery County Procurement has four active Local Small Business Reserve solicitations open, including graphic design, arts, mattresses, and printer services.

Procurement· May 1, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
May 1
Local Economy

Applications Open May 4 for Children's Business Fair

Applications for the 6th Annual Montgomery County Children's Business Fair open May 4 for entrepreneurs ages 6–15.

Luedtke· Apr 29, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “A Community That Leads”
Apr 29
Local Economy

MCPD Recruiters at Olney Farmers Market May 24 and 31

Montgomery County Police Department recruiters will be at the Olney Farmers and Artisans Market on May 24 and May 31, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Luedtke· Apr 29, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “A Community That Leads”
Apr 29
Local Economy

Greater Bethesda Chamber Marks 100th Anniversary

Councilmembers Stewart and Friedson presented a proclamation recognizing the Greater Bethesda Chamber of Commerce's centennial.

Stewart· Apr 29, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up with Kate: Budget updates and supporting our community”
Apr 29
Local Economy

MCEDC Launches Countywide Strategic Plan Webpage, Survey Open Until May 15

Montgomery County Economic Development Corporation launches a strategic plan webpage; public input survey open through May 15.

Balcombe· Apr 29, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Marilyn Balcombe — “A Message from Marilyn: Wednesday, April 29, 2026”
Apr 29
Local Economy

Freezing Temps Damage Crops on Agricultural Reserve Farms

Recent freezing temperatures have hurt farmers in Montgomery County's Agricultural Reserve, County Executive Elrich says.

PIO· Apr 28, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.…”
Apr 28
Local Economy

County Seeks Bids for Pool Parts, Equipment

Montgomery County Recreation has issued an LSBRP solicitation (#1188822) for swimming pool parts and equipment, due May 1, 2026.

Procurement· Apr 27, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Swimming Pool Parts and Equipment”
Apr 27
Local Economy

County Seeks Bids for Fire Station Mattresses, Encasements

Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Service issued an LSBRP solicitation for mattresses, box springs, and encasements; bids due May 4, 2026.

Office of Procurement· Apr 27, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “MATTRESS, BOX SPRINGS, AND ENCASEMENTS FOR FIRE STATIONS/WORKSITES”
Apr 27
Local Economy

MCDOT Seeks Bids for HP Latex Printer Maintenance

Montgomery County DOT issued an LSBRP solicitation for HPLatex365 printer maintenance and consumables; bids due May 1, 2026.

Office of Procurement· Apr 27, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “HPLatex365 Printer Maintenance and Consumables”
Apr 27
Local Economy

LEAD Forum 2026 for Businesses Navigating Federal Changes April 30

Leadership Montgomery hosts a one-day LEAD Forum for entrepreneurs and nonprofits on April 30 at the Silver Spring Civic Building, 8:30am–4:30pm.

CFW· Apr 24, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Happy Earth Day!”
Apr 24
Local Economy

Montgomery College Spring Job Fair April 29 in Takoma Park

Montgomery College hosts a public Spring Job Fair on April 29 at the Takoma Park campus, 10am–1pm, open to all community members.

CFW· Apr 24, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Happy Earth Day!”
Apr 24
Local Economy

Online Open House on Small Business Grants May 20

County Procurement hosts a Zoom open house on small business grants, loans, and access to capital on May 20, 2026, 10–11 a.m.

Office of Procurement· Apr 24, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Apr 24
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