Welcome
City Administrator's Office, Contracts and Compliance Division
Doing Business with the City
Interested in becoming a Vendor or Contractor with the City of Oakland? Your first step is to register.
The City of Oakland has implemented new software called iSupplier. This is an online interface where suppliers can view their purchase orders, deliveries, invoices and payment status. Begin by registering for an account.
iSupplier
* iSupplier only supports the Internet Explorer 6/8 and Firefox browsers
To search for Certified Local/Small Businesses click on the link below.
LBE/SLBE Search
(To narrow your search, click on the advanced search link.)
Contracting Opportunities
Once you have registered with iSupplier, you can begin reviewing our current contracting and purchasing opportunities.
LBE/SLBE Certification/Re-certification
We encourage organizations with a substantial business presence in the City of Oakland to apply for LBE/SLBE certification. Certified businesses may earn bid discounts or preference points.
Visit our Certification page to learn more about the programs,
- What is an LBE/SLBE Certification?
- Am I Eligible for an LBE/SLBE Certification?
- Why should I get Certified as an LBE/SLBE ?
- Certification/Re-certification Application Process.
Please email Vivian Inman at vinman@oaklandnet.com for Certification questions
City Programs and Policies
LOCAL/SMALL LOCAL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM
The City of Oakland has earned national acclaim for its business development policies: cutting-edge approaches that harness local resources to achieve local benefits. By supporting the local community -- especially those businesses that have been disadvantaged -- the City steadfastly stimulates economic development.
OAKLAND LABOR COMPLIANCE PROGRAM
OAKLAND DISADVANTAGE BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM
LOCAL EMPLOYMENT AND APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMS
Contractors who participate in the Citiy's development projects must comply with Oakland's Local Hire Compliance Ordinance.
The City of Oakland's local employment programs offer Oakland residents an opportunity to participate in the City's economic mainstream and gain experience in the construction trades.
Local Employment Program
Contractors who participate in the City's development projects contract to comply with Oakland's Local Hire Compliance Ordinance and meet Oakland resident hiring goals.
15% Apprenticeship Program
Apprenticeship is an essential pathway to a productive career in the construction trades. It is a job training system that combines the on-the-job training with related classroom instruction. Apprentices are paid employees who "earn while they learn."
