Doing Business with the Military in Wayne County
Goldsboro is home to Seymour Johnson Air Force Base, where the Air Combat Command's 4th Fighter Wing, an Air Force Reserve Command Unit, the 916th Air Refueling Wing, and several other squadrons and detachments are housed.
Because of this significant military presence, Wayne County attracts many companies whose business involves marketing to the military, and there are several agencies to support their efforts. Follow the links below to learn more about these organizations, or contact Wayne County Development Alliance for further information.
The NCMBC helps North Carolina businesses secure military contracts and integrate transitioning (retiring or separating) personnel and families into the workforce. The NCMBC also supports the recruitment and development of defense-related businesses. There is a local office in Goldsboro, at Wayne Community College. Visit their website or contact us for an introduction.
Matchforce connects North Carolina businesses to government contracts, government purchasers to NC suppliers, and job seekers to NC jobs. Businesses, contracting officers, cardholders and job seekers can register, post, search and receive e-mailed opportunities.
The Procurement Technical Assistance Center assists North Carolina businesses − including disadvantaged, veteran, and woman-owned businesses - in obtaining and performing under federal, state, and local government contracts. Assistance is also provided in selling to state and local governments in North Carolina.
North Carolina’s SBTDC provides comprehensive assistance in selling products and services to local, state, and federal government entities.