The City of Los Angeles purchases a vast array of goods and services for the effective operation and maintenance of the City's infrastructure. Additionally, we work with a number of organizations, both public and private, that provide opportunities for contracting and support services.
We welcome your interest and participation in contracting and procurement as a vehicle for business growth and expansion, and have developed the following tools and information to aid you in the process.
ONLINE DATABASES
Los Angeles Business Assistance Virtual Network
View and download information about all contractual opportunities offered by the
City of Los Angeles in one convenient location as well as find up-to-date
certified sub-contractors to complement your project bid.
To go directly to the city departments and agencies that manage their own contracting and procurement systems, see below.
GUIDES AND MANUALS FOR SELLING TO THE CITY OF LOS ANGELES
Contractor Enforcement
Information and forms for meeting Living Wage, Service Contractor Worker Retention, and Equal Benefits ordinance requirements.
Contracting Opportunity Guide
Assists prospective bidders and contractors in obtaining contracts with the City of Los Angeles; also serves as a contact reference to various awarding agencies.
Contractor Certification Handbook and Application
Certification application for the State of California's Unified Disadvantaged Business
Enterprise Program (DBE) and the City of Los Angeles Minority, Women Business Enterprise Program
(M/WBE).
Central Contractor Registration (CCR)
Register with the primary contractor database for the U.S. Federal Government.
Risk Management Insurance Forms
Information and forms for Proof of Insurance, Insurance Requirements, Workers' Compensation Endorsement and more.
Vendor Registration
Register as a vendor with the City of Los Angeles. You will also need to file a Business Tax Certificate.