RECENT NEWS:

November 2009 - The SBO Program Policy has been recently updated and will soon be implemented into new contracts administered by the City.  Click here for additional details.

Public Information sessions are currently ongoing to educate Contractors and SBEs on the changes to the Revised SBO Policy.
Upcoming Sessions:  Click here
Previous Sessions - held in October 2009

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City creates Outlasting the Economy, a Small Business Resource Panel to help link small businesses with resources and useful tips to weather the current economy.

SBO Development Programs
Learn about our upcoming Business Development initiatives

Click here to learn more about the Getting to the Core of Business Strategic Development Program.

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SBE CERTIFICATION
What does it mean to be certified as a Small Business Enterprise?
The City certifies small businesses as SBEs based upon size standards established by the City.  For many of the City's procurements - both formal ($100,000 or greater) and informal (less than $100,000) contracts - goals are established for the utilization of SBEs.   Other benefits of Certification include:

Benefits of Certification: 
- Company information added to Citywide vendor list
- Increased notification of contracting opportunities
- Orientation on how to do business with the City
- Networking events and opportunities
- Business and technical assistance