Contractor Development Program

Find programs, support, and trainings designed to help certified LBEs with business development and contracting opportunities.

About the CDP Program

The Contract Development Program (CDP) enables certified Local Business Enterprise (LBE) firms to receive technical, financial and bonding support and assistance.  Please see resource support links with contact information below.

Resources

Support

Get a CAPP loan for your LBE

Apply for a loan up to $250,000 if you're a certified LBE contractor who needs help covering expenses for a City job.
Mentor Protégé Program

We pair certified Micro-LBEs with prime contractors who can help Micro-LBEs develop and improve their business practices.
Surety Bond Assistance Program

If you are an LBE contractor working on a City construction project, get help with your bonding and financing capacity.
LBE partnership opportunities

Learn about current development agreements and public-private partnership opportunities for LBEs.

Trainings

Certifying Your LBE Business

Learn what it takes to become a certified Local Business Enterprise.
Bidding on City Contracts

Learn how to find and bid on City contracts. This workshop is required for all newly certified LBEs.
Local Business Enterprise (LBE) Updates

This monthly workshop will cover rotating topics about the Local Business Enterprise (LBE) program.

Departments

Contract Monitoring Division