Building Partnerships: Enhancing Opportunities for Trade Contractors on FORMA Projects - Q1 2026

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FORMA's quarterly Building Partnerships session is built for subcontractors and small businesses looking to break into — or grow within — public works construction. Whether you're exploring your first JOC project or ready to take on GCCM and PDB opportunities, this session is designed to give you a clear path forward.

Here's what we'll cover:

FORMA's Small Business Inclusion Strategy — How we identify, engage, and support small and diverse businesses across our project portfolio, plus a look at what's coming to bid in Q2 2026.

Job Order Contracting (JOC) Access— How our Small Business Accelerator Program connects emerging contractors with real, consistent work opportunities — and builds the track record you need to grow.

Right-Sized Scopes on Larger Projects — How we unbundle bid packages on GCCM and PDB projects to match the capacity of growing firms. Featured projects: Hands On Children's Museum (HOCM) (PDB) - Heather Skeehan (SPM), and Ocean Beach School (GCCM) - Alex Chicano (PM).

Mentorship & Support That Fits — Our approach to flexible administrative terms, payment structures, and hands-on guidance — because one size doesn't fit all when you're building a business.

Open Q&A Panel — Bring your questions. We'll close with a candid discussion of upcoming opportunities, navigating public works, and getting connected.

This isn't a pitch — it's a working session designed to help you find your next opportunity with FORMA.

Who Should Attend:

Small and Diverse Subcontractors