As part of the National Hispanic Heritage Month celebration, Public Works Vice President Aura Garcia and the Bureau of Contract Administration hosted the Accessing L.A. RiseWith Virtual Event on Oct. 14.

Small and diverse business owners and entrepreneurs gathered online to learn about the city’s efforts to equip businesses with the resources needed to learn, evolve and thrive in a dynamic business environment. The event was held in partnership with the Mayor’s Offices of Budget and Innovation and Economic Development, the Los Angeles Economic and Workforce Development Department and the Valley Economic Alliance.

“We’re thrilled to once again bring resources, information and tangible opportunities to our small and diverse business community through the Accessing L.A. RiseWith virtual event,” Garcia said

During the virtual event, representatives from the Mayor’s Office of Budget and Innovation’s procurement team presented updates on the revamped Los Angeles Business Assistance Virtual Network platform. The Bureau of Contract Administration also explained recent changes to the Local Business Preference Program for Los Angeles County businesses that could be eligible for a contracting preference. The programs is for small businesses and entities working with the hard-to-employ populations.

Representatives from the Los Angeles Bureau of Engineering, General Services Department and Los Angeles Department of Water and Power also shared information on upcoming contracting opportunities. The session highlighted the many tangible opportunities that exist for businesses interested in contracting with the city of Los Angeles.

For information and to view a recording of the event, visit accessingla.com. For information on the Bureau of Contract Administration, visit bca.lacity.org.