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FY27 Budget Invests $597K in BioHub, Boosts WorkSource

The FY27 budget includes $597K for BioHub Maryland life sciences training, a 7.8% increase for WorkSource Montgomery, and a new Upcounty American Job Center.

County Executive· Mar 14, 2026· 0 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich Proposes FY27 Operating Budget”
Mar 14
Local Economy

Workforce Development Board Has Open Vacancy

Montgomery County accepting applications for the Workforce Development Board through April 10, 2026.

Montgomery County· Mar 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Board Vacancies - March 13, 2026”
Mar 13
Local Economy

WorkSource Montgomery Launches Federal Worker Resource Hub

WorkSource Montgomery's new Resource Hub offers unemployment, job search, legal, and career resources for displaced federal employees and contractors.

Commission for Women· Mar 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “🎶 R-E-S-P-E-C-T… Find Out What It Means at RespectFest!”
Mar 13
Local Economy

County Seeks Local Vendor for Police Motorcycle Maintenance

Montgomery County Police is soliciting local small businesses for Harley-Davidson motorcycle parts, maintenance, and repair. Bid closes March 23.

Office of Procurement· Mar 13, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “STANDARDIZED HARLEY DAVIDSON MOTORCYCLE PARTS, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR”
Mar 13
Local Economy

Three Active LSBRP Solicitations Open: Youth Media, Auditorium, Recycling

Montgomery County has three active Local Small Business Reserve solicitations open for Youth Media Services, an auditorium, and surplus recycling.

Procurement· Mar 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Mar 13
Local Economy

Vendor Connection Summit Scheduled for April 22 in Silver Spring

Montgomery County's Vendor Connection Summit will be held April 22, 2026, 9 a.m.–noon at the Silver Spring Civic Building.

Procurement· Mar 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Mar 13
Local Economy

Online Procurement Open House Set for March 18

Montgomery County Procurement holds a virtual General Session open house via Zoom on March 18, 2026, 10–11 a.m.

Procurement· Mar 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Mar 13
Local Economy

Procurement Event Series Co-hosted With MD Black Chamber

Two procurement workshops co-hosted with the MD Black Chamber of Commerce at Rockville Memorial Library on March 19 and 26.

Procurement· Mar 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Mar 13
Local Economy

FY25 MFD Spend Hits Record $274M, LSBRP at 33.7%

Montgomery County awarded a record $274M to certified MFD businesses in FY25, representing 21.21% of eligible dollars.

Procurement· Mar 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Mar 13
Local Economy

Elrich Briefing Wednesday on Asia Economic Mission

County Executive Marc Elrich holds virtual media briefing March 11 on upcoming trade mission to Taiwan and India and state revenue estimates.

PIO· Mar 10, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.…”
Mar 10
Local Economy

Montgomery County First in Region to Join COG Local Food Procurement Challenge

The County Council introduced a resolution to join the COG Local Food Procurement Challenge, committing to direct more public spending toward local and regional food.

Friedson· Mar 10, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Andrew Friedson — “Councilmember Andrew Friedson Announces Montgomery County to be First Jurisdicti…”
Mar 10
Local Economy

ABS 'Spirited Discussions' Podcast Eyes Spirits Industry Shifts

New episode features ABS Director Kathie Durbin and DISCUS CEO on consumer trends, trade, and policy reshaping the beverage alcohol market.

ABS· Mar 10, 2026· 3 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Alcohol Beverage Services ‘Spirited Discussions’ Podcast Relea…”
Mar 10
Local Economy

ZTA 26-05 Would Fast-Track Permits for 200-Job Projects

Council President Fani-González introduced a zoning text amendment to expedite development approvals for major employers and strategic industries.

Fani-González· Mar 10, 2026· 0 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Council President Fani-González Introduces New Initiative to Boost Job Growth an…”
Mar 10
Local Economy

Career Fair for Federal Workers and Job Seekers Slated March 25

Montgomery County hosts a quarterly career and resource fair for federal workers and job seekers at Silver Spring Civic Center on March 25.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Local Economy

East County Retail and Customer Service Hiring Event March 18

WorkSource Montgomery and the East County Regional Services Center host a retail and customer service hiring event on March 18 in Silver Spring.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Local Economy

UL Research Institutes Plans 250-Job White Oak Campus

UL Research Institutes announced plans to relocate fire safety research facilities to a new campus off Cherry Hill Rd. in White Oak, bringing 250 jobs.

Mink· Mar 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kristin Mink — “March Newsletter from Councilmember Mink”
Mar 9
Local Economy

New Zoning Bill Targets Major Employer Attraction, Drops Threshold to 200 Jobs

ZTA 26-05 would rename 'Signature Business Headquarters' to 'Job Creation Project' and lower employee threshold from 20,000 to 200.

Fani-González· Mar 9, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Meets on March 10 to Conduct 11 Public Hearings and Re…”
Mar 9
Local Economy

SkillUp Montgomery Offers Free Online Job Training to Residents

WorkSource Montgomery's SkillUp® Montgomery platform gives county residents and businesses free access to over 5,000 online job skills courses.

Commission for Women· Mar 6, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “We Did It! Montgomery County Council Passes CEDAW Resolution”
Mar 6
Local Economy

WorkSource Montgomery Launches Federal Workers Resource Hub

WorkSource Montgomery opened an online Resource Hub for federal employees and contractors affected by workforce reductions and funding changes.

Commission for Women· Mar 6, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “We Did It! Montgomery County Council Passes CEDAW Resolution”
Mar 6
Local Economy

Four Active LSBRP Solicitations Open for Local Small Businesses

Montgomery County has four open Local Small Business Reserve Program solicitations, including Youth Media Services and a Libraries Strategic Plan.

Procurement· Mar 6, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Procurement — “Business Opportunities Newsletter”
Mar 6
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