Local business owners can explore contract opportunities at the 2012 Procurement Summit, sponsored by Wells Fargo and 100 Black Men on June 13 in Atlanta.

The free 8 a.m.-4 p.m. event will be held at the Hyatt Regency Atlanta.

Exhibitors including UPS, Coca-Cola, Walmart, AT&T and Wells Fargo are looking to develop procurement relationships with local business owners who can meet their specifications and standards. Representatives will discuss contractual opportunities locally and nationally.

Applicants can walk away with contracts. Even though there is no cost to attend, registration is mandatory. Visit http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=lufjyogab&oeidk=a07e5wg3kzef93d5f46 to register.

Participants must meet certain criteria, including a minimum of three years in business with a proven verifiable track record, good financial standing, and the technical capacity to perform the duties efficiently. A pre-qualification review form is necessary and obtainable from the Georgia Association of Minority Entrepreneurs.

The Hyatt Regency Atlanta is at 265 Peachtree St. N.E. For more information, call 404-681-0044.