The Department of the Navy Gold Coast Small Business Exposition is a multi-day procurement and outreach trade show in San Diego that connects small businesses with Navy buyers, prime contractors, and government contracting officials. Held at the San Diego Convention Center, the exposition features exhibit halls, one-on-one matchmaking, and workshops and seminars focused on federal contracting, certification, and bid opportunities. The event is notable as one of the Navy’s principal West Coast small-business outreach forums, providing direct networking and learning opportunities for firms seeking Navy and DoD contracts.