14B Local Business Enterprise (LBE) Program

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The Local Business Enterprise (LBE) Program helps small businesses compete for City contracts.

Learn more about the LBE program and the latest rules below or start your certification process now.

About the LBE Program LBE certification

The Contract Monitoring Division (CMD) manages the LBE program. Becoming a certified LBE helps small San Francisco businesses compete in the City’s bidding process. LBE Certification is not required for bidding on City contracts or being a Supplier.

Bid Discounts and Rating Bonuses
LBE Subcontractor Requirements
City Contracts which are only open to Certified Firms
Free Resources and Technical Help

To get these benefits, businesses must have their LBE certification by the bid or proposal due date.

Eligibility

LBE Requirements Include:

Have a fixed location in San Francisco or the PUC Water System Service area as their primary place of business
Have a current business license issued at least 6 months before certification
Gross receipts fall under the threshold limit
Invoices or signed contracts to show experience