The Way We Do Business

The Los Angeles Community College District's commitment to best practices extends to the way we do business. The District is committed to ensuring a significant portion of the $2.2 billion in bond construction funds is being directed to businesses that are local and / or owned by women, minorities, veterans, or the disabled. Through early 2006, 85 percent of contracted funds met these criteria. Below are some of the programs that LACCD is undertaking to make sure that these firms benefit from the Los Angeles Community College District's Bond Construction Program.

Boot Camp
LACCD holds classes throughout the year to help educate small contractors about bidding on public projects. Because the District wants to both provide educational opportunities and expand the pool of qualified contractors, the District partners with the LA Unified School District on Small Business Boot Camp.

Bond Surety Program
Bonding can be one of the major hurdles for any small to midsize contractor preparing to bid on a project. For many, the daunting task of applying for and obtaining such bonds is a barrier to a successful bid submittal. To assist contractors in the bonding process, the District has created the innovative LACCD Surety Bond and Finance Assistance Program.

The Bond Surety Program offers contractors support in various areas, from obtaining the necessary bonding, and identifying a knowledgeable broker, to educational seminars and workshops.

To view current and upcoming Business opportunities with the LACCD, visit Contracting & Bidding Opportunities.