City Contracting Workshop for Small Businesses

Event Details 
City Contracting 101: Small Business Workshop  
April 23, 2025 @ 49 South Van Ness 
Space is limited and early registration is encouraged! Register for free at: https://www.sf.gov/smallbizworkshop2025   
 
Program 
9:00 AM – 9:30 AM: Registration and Refreshments  
9:30 AM – 9:45 AM: Welcome and Opening Remarks  
9:45 AM – 10:30 AM: Keynote Session 
10:45 AM – 12:10 PM: Breakout Sessions // Hands-on Supplier Registration Support  
12:15 AM – 12:20 PM: Closing Remarks 
12:30 PM – 1:00 PM: Optional Networking 
 
Target Audience 
This workshop is intended for small, local businesses who are interested in learning how to contract with the City.   
 
Workshop Goals 

• Provide clear step-by-step instructions on how to navigate the City’s supplier registration process   

• Share the different types of contracting opportunities that are available at the City (e.g., tech vs. grants vs. construction)  

• Connect workshop participants directly with departmental agencies involved in the supplier registration and contracting processes