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Meanwhile, small and diverse busin= esses should prepare to engage with Prime Contractors and other small busin= esses to foster a vibrant and synergistic networking atmosphere. This event= aims to create meaningful connections and collaboration opportunities that= can enhance business growth and development. Participants will have the ch= ance to share insights, explore partnerships, and expand their networks in = an engaging environment. =E2=80=9CMeet The Primes=E2=80=9D is an opportunity to meet and network wit= h the Prime Contractors who work on Metro projects. 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H= andyworker Program RFP

The Los Angeles Ho= using Department (LAHD)'s Handyworker Program is preparing to release a Req= uest for Proposals (RFP) to solicit proposals from construction related pro= fessionals to provide the following services: 
  • Handyworker Construction Services (Li= censed General Contractors to provide minor home repairs and accessibility = improvements); and/or
  • Laboratory Lead Testing
Once released, int= erested parties may review the RFP and submit proposals for one or any comb= ination of the services listed above. 

Notify LAHD of your i= nterest at: lahd.contractsprocurement@lacity.org. Ple= ase include "Handworker Program RFP - Interested Party" in the subject line= of your email. 

WEBSITE: HERE
COST= : FREE
ORGANIZER: LAH= D Contracts Procurement / Los Angeles Housing Department (LAHD)
QUESTIONS: LAHD Contracts Pr= ocurement - lahd.ContractsProcurement@laci= ty.org  
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L= A Metro - Meet the Primes Networking Event*

=E2=80=9CMeet The = Primes=E2=80=9D is an interactive networking event designed to connect Prim= e Contractors with qualified small businesses seeking
subcontracting opportunities.

Prime Contractors are encouraged to come prepared to discuss their projects= and available subcontracting prospects. Meanwhile, small and diverse busin= esses should prepare to engage with Prime Contractors and other small busin= esses to foster a vibrant and synergistic networking atmosphere. This event= aims to create meaningful connections and collaboration opportunities that= can enhance business growth and development. Participants will have the ch= ance to share insights, explore partnerships, and expand their networks in = an engaging environment.

=E2=80=9CMeet The Primes=E2=80=9D is an opportunity to meet and network wit= h the Prime Contractors who work on Metro projects. Come and take advantage= of the access this event offers and get to know key representatives from p= rime contracting companies.

WHEN= : Thursday, February 13th, 2025 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM PST
REGISTER: HERE
COST= : FREE
ORGANIZER= : Los Angeles Metropolitan T= ransportation Authority (Metro)
QUESTIONS= : Diversity & Economic Opportunity Department Los Ange= les Metropolitan Transportation Authority - davisj4@= metro.net

*This event is no= t organized by the City of Los Angeles   
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2= 025 City of LA Bidding & Estimating Hybrid Training Academy*

This intera= ctive 5-week course is designed to help small business contractors develop = and improve their estimating skills when bidding on public works projects.<= /span> &nbs= p;

This course covers= :
2/18 Week 1: Intro to Bidding & Estimating (In-Person)
2/25 Week 2: General Conditions (Virtual)
3/4 Week 3: Quantity Takeoffs (Virtual)
3/11 Week 4: Pricing (Virtual)
3/18 Week 5: Bid Assembly & Bid Day Activities (In-Person)

Individuals Must Meet the Following Requirements to Attend:
  • Be enrolled in the Contractor Develop= ment & Bonding Program (CDABP)
  • Complete Registration
  • Possess a valid or current contractor= =E2=80=99s license
*Registration will= be confirmed when all requirements are met.

Register by Wednesday, February 12th, 2025
When ordering a ticket, after clicking on the "Re= serve a Spot" button, please be sure to complete the Questions that can be = found after clicking on the "Register" button. Your ticket will not be issu= ed unless you complete the Questions and click on the "Get Tickets" button.=

Please Note: This academy will be presented in a = hybrid format.

Week 1 & Week 5 are In-Person at the KPMG Building - The Terrace, 550 S= outh Hope Street, Los Angeles, CA 90071. 
Weeks 2, 3, and 4 are virtual and will be held on= Zoom.

WHEN: Beginning Tuesday, February 18, 2025 - Tuesday, March 18, 2025 = 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM PST
REGISTER: HERE
COST= : FREE
ORGANIZER: Mer= riwether and Williams, a Hub International Company
QUESTIONS: Rina Yordanos - <= /span>ryordanos@imwis.com

*These events are= not organized by the City of Los Angeles 
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C= lark Construction Strategic Partnership Program*

Calling All Small = and Diverse Construction Firms!

Are you ready to elevate your business to the next level? Applications are = now open for Clark Construction=E2=80=99s Strategic Partnership Program (SP= P) starting Fall 2025!

This intensive business development program is designed to help small and d= iverse contractors thrive in the construction industry.

WHEN: Beginning Tuesday, September 30, 2025 - Friday, May 15, 2026 6:= 00 PM - 9:00 PM PST
REGISTER: = HERE<= /span>
COST= : FREE
ORGANIZER: Clark Construction
QUESTIONS: Michelle Quirante= - michelle.quirante@clarkconstruction.com

*These events are= not organized by the City of Los Angeles 
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Disclaimer: The newsletter is a s= ervice to advertise business development events/training programs. RAMP/Cit= y of Los Angeles does not assume any legal liability, control or guarantee = the accuracy, relevance, timeliness or completeness of information containe= d in this newsletter. Being featured in this newsletter does not necessaril= y state, reflect or constitute the RAMP/City=E2=80=99s expressed or implied= endorsement of the organizers=E2=80=99 opinions, products, or services.&nb= sp;
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