Do Business with Public Works
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How to Do Business with Metro

Join online or in person to learn about Metro’s certification program, small business program initiatives, contract look-ahead schedules and other useful information.

Business Enterprise Program Orientation

Join via webinar or in-person to provide a basic understanding of the role, rights and responsibilities with respect to Metro’s Small Business Compliance Program and Labor Compliance Program.  Topics include basic requirements, corrective action and combating fraud.

Connect, Collaborate & Cultivate Your Business

This in-person expo is for businesses to discover new opportunities, network with local entrepreneurs and explore the latest innovations in the business world. Whether a seasoned or new business professional just starting out, this expo is the perfect place to gain valuable insights and make meaningful connections.

Grants for Business Owners

Join monthly webinars to hear about grants and their deadlines.  Gain insight into the application process, explore success stories and learn best practices for creating actionable strategies. 

Equity in Contracting

Join this interactive in-person event tailored towards nonprofit organizations in LA County Supervisorial District 2.  Come discover the available nonprofit resources, receive feedback about how nonprofits can benefit, share best practices and address emerging challenges in contracting policies.

Meet the Primes

Join this in-person event to learn about the Metro’s Prime Program.  Businesses will be taken through an overview and have an opportunity to network, create alliances and hear from successful prime contract awardees.

Government Procurement

This webinar offers an overview of the government procurement process of purchasing goods or services. Get ahead of the game and become a competitive bidder in this competitive process. 

City of LA Contracting Opportunities

Join this webinar to learn about doing business with the City of Los Angeles.  Topics include upcoming construction opportunities, information on bonding assistance and learning about the certification process.

Small Contractor Boot Camp

Over the course of four webinars, small contractors can improve their competitive bidding capacity through a comprehensive curriculum that includes learning about bench contracts, labor compliance, how to access capital and the prequalification process.

How To Do Business with CA State Government

Join this webinar to learn how to navigate the state contracting process and take advantage of opportunities available to businesses in CA. Hear experts talk about state contracting, including information on registering and certifying with the State of CA.