The objective of the Neighborhood Business Network - Business Support (NBN-BS) is to address these challenges by providing entrepreneurs with ongoing, no-cost access to qualified expertise in critical business areas, including finance, operations, marketing, sales, business development, information technology, compliance, and human resources; and where appropriate, industry-relevant outreach and education. Support is delivered through individualized consultations, coaching, educational programming, and targeted outreach.
Program Overview: Provide an overview of your program design and explain how your Neighborhood Business Network - Capital Access (NBN - CA) program will address the objectives outlined in the RFP. All consultations and non-loan resources provided through the NBN-CA program must be provided to entrepreneurs at no cost. See attached file.
Sole Source:Use only if truly proprietary or critical to public safety continuity; coordinate with the end-user and prepare for NCRB public review.
Coops:Lead with a national cooperative contract; have DPS confirm usability, then use a cooperative path through a Starbridge-held vehicle to gain access through the Starbridge reseller & contract-vehicle platform.
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Submittable Holdings, Inc. at City of Chicago
Effective: Feb 25, 2021Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This document details a procurement request by the City of Chicago's Chicago Recovery Plan division for Submittable Training from Submittable Holdings Inc. The estimated project cost and release amount are $1,000.00, with an estimated start date of February 25, 2021. An invoice for $1,000.00 is included, referencing the training and indicating a subscription ending December 30, 2022.
Submittable Holdings, Inc. at City of Chicago
Effective: Apr 11, 2022Expires: Sep 30, 2026Expiration date locked.
This record details a payment of $1,000.00 made on 4/11/2022 by the DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT to SUBMITTABLE HOLDINGS INC. for training services, associated with Invoice PO Number 187190 and Invoice Number 141846.
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Community Commission For Public Safety And Accountability Special Meeting
Date: Oct 9, 2024Type: Meeting mention
The commission held a special meeting focused on the selection of candidates for police board vacancies. The commission discussed its role under municipal ordinance 2-8-8, which tasks them with creating a list of qualified candidates for the mayor to choose from. Specific criteria were noted, including requirements for candidates with law enforcement experience and community engagement or organizing backgrounds. The commission voted as a body to formally nominate a list of candidates to be submitted to the mayor for consideration.
Community Commission for Public Safety and Accountability Public Meeting
Date: Jul 25, 2024Type: Meeting mention
The commission discussed community concerns regarding traffic stops, specifically pretextual stops, and received public testimony advocating for their end. Key agenda items included the appointment of a candidate to the 24th District Council, updates on commission working groups, and a report on the Chicago Police Department's progress toward their 2024 goals, which cover crime fighting, community policing, investigations, personnel wellness, and workforce allocation. Additionally, the commission reviewed a draft general order concerning collaboration between the commission and the Chicago Police Department.
Who manages procurement and procurement policies for City of Chicago?
The City of Chicago centralizes purchasing in the Department of Procurement Services (DPS); the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO) is the City's sole contracting authority under Municipal Code 2-92-010. DPS Contract Administration handles bidding for roughly 35 departments and the Office of Contracting Equity manages certification and compliance.
Where does City of Chicago post bids and RFPs?
The City of Chicago posts official solicitations on the DPS eProcurement / iSupplier portal at https://eprocurement.cityofchicago.org and the DPS Current Bid Opportunities page, which lists eProcurement and non-eProcurement solicitations; bid openings occur at the Bid & Bond Room on LaSalle Street.
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The meeting focused on compliance requirements for agencies funded by Early Childhood Block Grants. Key topics included documentation expectations for fiscal and programmatic reviews, specific credentialing requirements for lead teachers and teacher assistants, and the necessity of maintaining updated professional development records for all staff. The discussion also covered the recruitment and hiring processes for qualified teachers, background check mandates, and the comprehensive nature of upcoming agency site visits by CPS.
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Vendors register via the City of Chicago iSupplier Vendor Portal at https://eprocurement.cityofchicago.org. New vendors use the portal’s 'New Vendor Registration' button; existing vendors request an iSupplier invitation from CustomerSupport@cityofchicago.org. Registration enables bid responses, invoice tracking, electronic invoicing, and multiple user contacts.
Does City of Chicago use cooperative purchasing or joint procurement?
Yes. Chicago Municipal Code section 2-92-600 authorizes joint procurement with other governmental units, and DPS publishes a Consolidated Buying Plan that coordinates purchasing across the City and 13 participating government agencies.
What vendor requirements does City of Chicago publish for contractors?
The City of Chicago sets vendor requirements in Municipal Code Chapter 2-92 and DPS contract exhibits: bonds, contractor prequalification, debt and parking-violation disclosure, solicitation-specific insurance (General, Auto, Workers’ Compensation with A.M. Best A‑VII+ insurers), affirmative action and apprenticeship/utilization obligations, and online Economic Disclosure Statements for Small Orders.
How does City of Chicago approve procurement contracts and awards?
The Department of Procurement Services (DPS) and the Chief Procurement Officer approve City of Chicago contracts under Municipal Code 2-92-010; DPS convenes evaluation committees (2-92-350), and the Office of Contracting Equity and DPS Legal manage certification, protests, compliance, and coordination with the Department of Finance.
Where can vendors find procurement policies and standard contract terms for City of Chicago?
City of Chicago procurement policies and standard contract terms are codified in Chicago Municipal Code Chapter 2-92 and published by DPS; see the DPS 'Procurement Fundamentals' guide for rules on small orders, joint procurement, debarment, apprentice utilization, bid protests, and the M/WBE program.
What supplier diversity and M/WBE certification programs does City of Chicago use?
The City of Chicago operates a Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (M/WBE) Procurement Program under Municipal Code Article IV (2-92-420 et seq.), administered by DPS’s Office of Contracting Equity; certification requires at least 51% minority or woman ownership. The City also certifies VBE and DBE/ACDBE and runs SBI, MBI, mentor‑protege, Diversity Credit, and BDP reporting programs.
