Unlock Contracting Opportunities with Free Support Services
This program was launched by Mayor Karen Bass in partnership with the City of Los Angeles Economic & Workforce Development Department (EWDD), and operated by the Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment (PACE).
The Procure LA Program provides free services and resources to equip small businesses with the knowledge and tools needed to acquire City contracts. Contracts of this nature aim to foster economic growth within the LA Region by connecting business owners and entrepreneurs with sports and entertainment partners. This is a unique opportunity for business owners and entrepreneurs to learn how to access capital and seize forthcoming opportunities available with the anticipation of the 2026 World Cup, 2027 Super Bowl, 2028 Olympics, and even beyond the completion of these major sporting events.
For more details about the ProcureLA Program, please visit their website at ProcureLA.com and unlock your opportunities today.
The Procure LA Program provides free services and resources to equip small businesses with the knowledge and tools needed to acquire City contracts. Contracts of this nature aim to foster economic growth within the LA Region by connecting business owners and entrepreneurs with sports and entertainment partners. This is a unique opportunity for business owners and entrepreneurs to learn how to access capital and seize forthcoming opportunities available with the anticipation of the 2026 World Cup, 2027 Super Bowl, 2028 Olympics, and even beyond the completion of these major sporting events.
For more details about the ProcureLA Program, please visit their website at ProcureLA.com and unlock your opportunities today.
Program Features
Is your small business ready to acquire a City contract? Whether you’re new to contracting or looking to expand your opportunities, our dedicated team is here to help. Apply today!
Expert Guidance
Our industry professionals guide you through the procurement process with expert insights and multilingual support.
Educational Resources
Learn the ins and outs of contracting with our tailored workshops and webinars.
Networking
Connect with procurement professionals, government agencies, and organizations looking to diversify their supplier base.
Technical Assistance
Receive help with certifications, financial management, and proposal writing.
Is your business eligible?
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Examples of ineligible businesses include:
- Nonprofit organizations
- Rideshare businesses
- Landlords/Schedule E Passive income
- Businesses or companies held in trust
- Businesses that do not have a physical location using P.O. boxes as a business address
- Businesses engaged in illegal activities, such as selling drug paraphernalia or operating a motel that permits illegal prostitution
- Cannabis businesses or businesses that support cannabis businesses
- Corporate-owned franchises (a corporation is responsible for operations, profit and loss, business decisions and quality control; corporate hires and oversees all store staff)
- Publicly traded companies
- Private social clubs that limit the number of memberships for reasons other than capacity
- Payday loan stores, pawn shops and other firms involved in lending activities, such as banks, finance companies and any other firm whose stock in trade is money
- Insurance companies, such as life, auto, home, bail bonds and other similar entities
- Astrology, palm reading, tarot, etc.
- Liquor stores and smoke shops
- Night clubs
- Adult bookstores
- Businesses and sole proprietors that provide massage services
- Businesses that present live performances of a prurient sexual nature and/or derive revenue through the sale of products or services of a prurient sexual nature
- Gambling businesses (i.e., track waging facilities, casinos, bingo parlors)
- Trailer-storage yards and junkyards
- Gun or ammunition stores
- Multi-sales distribution
- Firms involved in speculative activities (i.e. day trading, stock market exchange facilitators)
- Dealers of rare coins and stamps
- Lobbying firms or businesses that dedicate 50% or more of their time or resources to lobbying activities
- Churches or other religious organizations
- Government offices or agencies
- Real estate agents
Contact Us
ProcureLA.com
Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment (PACE)
procurela@pacela.org
(213) 353-3982
1055 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 900B, Los Angeles, CA 90017
Pacific Asian Consortium in Employment (PACE)
(213) 353-3982
1055 Wilshire Blvd, Suite 900B, Los Angeles, CA 90017