Local Small Business Enterprise (LSBE) Participation

Los Angeles County’s Internal Services Department is inviting DCBA-certified Local Small Business Enterprises to participate in a subcontract opportunity under its Local Small Business Enterprise (LSBE) Participation program, which provides bid preference to qualified small businesses. The contract is tied to NAICS code 238990, indicating it relates to other specialty trade contractors, and performance will be concentrated in Los Angeles. Interested parties must submit their responses by August 14, 2026, to be considered for participation, with the opportunity posted on July 7, 2026. Participation requires strict compliance with reporting obligations to ensure adherence to the program's goals of fostering local economic development and equitable contract opportunities. While no specific monetary value or scope of work is detailed, the program incentivizes prime contractors to engage certified LSBEs by offering preferential treatment during the bid evaluation process. Successful bidders must maintain documentation and submit required reports to demonstrate compliance with the LSBE participation commitments throughout the contract lifecycle.