Michigan Defense Center and Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTACs)
The defense and homeland security industry is so important to Michigan, we’ve developed organizations to support and grow Michigan businesses. The Michigan Defense Center is building defense opportunities for Michigan. The Michigan Defense Center and Procurement Technical Assistance Centers (PTACs) work together, matching the capabilities of Michigan entrepreneurs, companies, and researchers with federal contract opportunities.
The Defense Center’s team of seasoned professionals brings their military backgrounds and government contracting experience to:
- Attract defense and homeland security opportunities for Michigan
- Develop and cultivate key strategic partnerships
- Provide supply chain cluster solutions for defense industry buyers
- Help buyers solve obsolescent part problems
- Provide advice and recommendations to state policy leaders
PTACs prepare Michigan businesses to compete for government contracts, educating them regarding the opportunities, requirements and process of becoming successful government contractors. PTACs provide pre- and post-award assistance, helping companies through the entire procurement process from registering as a government contractor and finding bid opportunities through proposal preparation and post-award modifications.
In 2009, the PTACs helped Michigan companies win $646 million in contracts. The State of Michigan is served by 12 regional PTAC offices, with locations ranging from the Western Upper Peninsula to lower Southeast Michigan. PTACs are funded by the Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) and local partners. The Michigan Defense Center is administered by MEDC.
