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Disaster Recovery Contracting

Interested in supporting disaster recovery efforts? Our APEX Accelerator Consultants are here to support interested disaster contractors with procurement opportunities.

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The X Factor
in Government Contracting

We provide government contracting resources, connections and specialized consultants to bolster the success of Florida businesses.

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The APEX Advantage

Our network of trusted mentors, dedicated advocates and creative problem solvers cut through complexity, helping businesses innovate and compete.

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Activating the American Dream

Our specialized advisors and mentors provide the push, pull and momentum to build stronger businesses, economies and American capabilities.

Apex
Helping Florida Businesses Scale and Compete

Helping Florida Businesses Scale and Compete

The Florida APEX Accelerator is a statewide network helping businesses uncover and navigate available government procurement opportunities from the Department of Defense and other federal agencies, state and local governments and prime contractors.

With centers across the state, our network of professional advisors and mentors offers government contracting consulting and training at no cost to ready businesses.

We catalyze the success of Florida’s businesses to strengthen America’s industrial base.

We catalyze the success of Florida’s businesses to strengthen America’s industrial base.

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Access our extensive state-wide
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Receive specialized government contracting consulting services from our network of experts and trusted consultants at no cost

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Chart a path to scale, innovate,
compete and deliver on contracts

Our Impact in 2023

Our Impact in 2023
$ 4 5 8 2 4 9 1 4 6 9 4 8 1 7 2 6 1 1 5 2 7 0 4 1 M

Client businesses of the Florida APEX won $461M in contract awards

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4,428 jobs impacted statewide

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2,209 Florida businesses were served

Register for No-Cost Consulting

Register for No-Cost Consulting

Review our readiness checklist to see if government contracting is right for you.

Find Training and Workshops.

Find Training and Workshops

Sign up for in-person events or online training workshops to accelerate your growth.

Pensacola-based OnesourcePCS’ commitment to working with the government pays off

Pensacola-based OnesourcePCS’ commitment to working with the government pays off

Florida APEX helps Magellan Transport Logistics obtain government contracts

Florida APEX helps Magellan Transport Logistics obtain government contracts

The Florida APEX Advantage

Our client-centered approach and outstanding track record of success have earned us a reputation as trusted mentors, dedicated advocates and creative problem solvers. Clients know they can depend on us to provide the knowledge, resources and relationships needed to accelerate their impact and growth in an ever-changing marketplace.

YOUAPEX

We are a force multiplier with the capability of setting chain reactions in motion that lead to stronger businesses, economies and American capabilities.

Robust Partnerships

The Florida APEX Accelerator is powered statewide by the University of West Florida and funded in part by the State of Florida, local partners and through a cooperative agreement with the Department of Defense.

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APEX Accelerators

Accelerating American entrepreneurship by providing the education and training to ensure that all businesses become capable of participating in federal, state and local government contracts.

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Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) Network

The largest network of small business consultants in Florida, providing access to no-cost consulting, affordable and high-quality resources, innovative tools and the knowledge of experienced small business experts.

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University of West Florida

A public research university in Pensacola, FL with other regional locations and a growing global online program. UWF believes in the power of higher education to drive change.

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Florida A&M University

Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) is a public, historically Black university located in Tallahassee, Florida. it’s the highest-ranked HBCU for five consecutive years.

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University of North Florida

An urban public research university in Jacksonville, Florida, known for providing students with transformational learning experiences — research with faculty and community-based learning or studying abroad.

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University of Central Florida

A metropolitan public research university in Orlando, Florida. UCF is the largest university by enrollment in Florida and one of the largest universities in the nation.

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University of South Florida

A public research university in Tampa, Florida at the forefront of cutting-edge research in medicine, science, engineering and technology.

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Indian River State College

A public college in Fort Pierce, Florida offering high-quality, affordable and accessible education through traditional and remote delivery.

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Florida Gulf Coast University

A public university in Lee County, Florida that is a catalyst for the area's economy and a cultural hub for the community.

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Florida Atlantic University

A multi-campus public research university in Boca Raton, Florida, that pursues excellence in research, teaching and active engagement with its communities.

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Florida International University

An urban public research university in University Park, Florida FIU is a South Florida anchor institution. FIU emphasizes research as a major component of its mission.

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DEFENSEWERX

A 501 (c)(3) organization headquartered in Niceville, FL that enables agile innovation for our government partners through innovation hubs across the country.

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