Deal Zone Registration Request Form for Hamilton County's 4th Annual Small Business Day

Deal Zone Registration Request Form for Hamilton County's 4th Annual Small Business Day
Please complete all sections accurately and submit your materials by April 21, 2026. Applications will be accepted on a first-come-first-serve basis.

The popular Deal Zone returns this year, connecting small businesses with some of the region’s most reputable primes to build meaningful relationships.

PLEASE READ! Important Changes in 2026

- Note that matchmaking will be organized a bit differently this year, so we encourage you to read the following carefully. All small businesses interested in participating must submit this form for consideration. Our internal team will review each application and make every effort to match businesses with a Prime that aligns with their needs—and vice versa.

- Due to the growing popularity of this event, matches will be made on a first-come, first-served basis, and not all applicants may be selected.

- Additionally, there will be no open house format this year. Instead, we are expanding appointment availability. From 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM, 15-minute appointments will be scheduled with each of the 16 participating primes.

- A list of participating Primes and their areas of expertise is available on our website. Please review this information prior to completing the form: https://www.hamiltoncountyohio.gov/government/departments/small_business/small_business_day.php
Primes/Buyers for 2026:
- 3CDC – Real Estate Development: Seeking construction, MEP trades, finishes, and maintenance contractors
- Cincinnati Metropolitan Housing Authority (CMHA) – Public Housing: Seeking contractors for maintenance, construction, HVAC, plumbing, landscaping, janitorial, and property management services
- Cincinnati Metro – Transportation: Seeking construction, HVAC, electrical, concrete, excavation, A&E, and marketing/communications vendors
- Cincinnati Public Schools (CPS) – Education: Seeking trades, elevator services, fire protection, custodial, food service, and instructional supply vendors
- Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden – Nonprofit / Attractions: Seeking construction, event support, green products, and operational supply vendors
- Greater Cincinnati Water Works (GCWW) – Public Utilities: Seeking plumbing, general construction, excavation, trucking, and infrastructure contractors
- Jostin Construction – Construction Management: Seeking subcontractors across civil, structural, MEP, interior, and specialty construction trades
- Messer Construction Co. – Commercial Construction: Seeking MEP trades and all construction-related subcontractors and suppliers
- Metropolitan Sewer District (MSD) – Public Utilities: Seeking construction, sewer-related services, trades, and IT/service providers
- Pepper Construction – Construction Management: Seeking subcontractors in plumbing, electrical, HVAC, paving, landscaping, and general trades
- Prus Construction Co. – Construction / Infrastructure: Seeking contractors for paving, concrete, electrical, plumbing, trucking, and structural work
- Skanska USA Building – Commercial Construction: Seeking subcontractors across all construction trades for upcoming projects
- The Port (Port of Greater Cincinnati Development Authority) – Real Estate Development: Seeking home builders, demolition, site remediation, engineering, and real estate development partners
- Turner Construction Company – Commercial Construction: Seeking subcontractors in HVAC, plumbing, electrical, millwork, and all construction trades
- UC Health – Healthcare: Seeking facilities, construction, clinical support, IT, logistics, and operational service providers
- Walsh Kokosing Joint Venture – Infrastructure Construction: Seeking heavy highway, bridge, trucking, drainage, concrete, and skilled trade contractors
Small Business Survey – Deal Zone Matching Information
Business Name
Primary Contact Name
Title
Email Address
example@example.com
Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.Format: (000) 000-0000.
Business Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2
CityState / ProvincePostal / Zip Code
Website
Business Profile
Type of Business

Other
Years in Business
Number of Employees
Business Certifications

Other
Capabilities & Services
Brief Description of Products/Services
2-3 Sentences Max
Primary NAICS / Commodity Codes
Deal Zone Preferences: Primes

Note: We are currently limiting one appointment per person. We will make every effort to match participants with the best fit with a Prime. Due to high interest and volume, not all applicants will be selected. If you leave this section blank, we will assume that you have no preference.
First Choice
A list of participating Primes and their areas of expertise is available on our website. Please review this information prior to completing the form: https://www.hamiltoncountyohio.gov/government/departments/economic_and_community_support/policies.php
Second Choice
A list of participating Primes and their areas of expertise is available on our website. Please review this information prior to completing the form: https://www.hamiltoncountyohio.gov/government/departments/economic_and_community_support/policies.php
Third Choice
A list of participating Primes and their areas of expertise is available on our website. Please review this information prior to completing the form: https://www.hamiltoncountyohio.gov/government/departments/economic_and_community_support/policies.php
Deal Zone Preferences: Time

The Deal Zone will run from 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM, with appointments scheduled in 15-minute increments. Please select your preferred hour block below. If selected, we will do our best to assign a specific 15-minute time within that hour, but please know there are no guarantees. Note: Please only select a specific time if you have a restricted schedule that day. Selecting a time may limit available scheduling options.
Do you have a preferred time for your Deal Zone appointment?
Required Submission Materials
Capability Statement (1–2 pages highlighting services, past experiences, and past projects or buyers):

Don't have a capability statement? One option is to use ChatGPT to help create one. You can find suggested prompts on our website at https://www.hamiltoncountyohio.gov/government/departments/economic_and_community_support/policies.php
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Signature
Acknowledgement of Terms: 1. I understand that the submission of this form does not guarantee participation in the Deal Zone. 2. I understand that matches are based on Primes/Buyer’s needs, commodity codes, and capability. 2. I understand that matching placement is first come, first served.
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Deal Zone Registration Request Form for Hamilton County's 4th Annual Small Business Day

Primes/Buyers for 2026:

Small Business Survey – Deal Zone Matching Information

Business Profile

Capabilities & Services

Deal Zone Preferences: Primes

Deal Zone Preferences: Time

Required Submission Materials

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