Steps and Required Documentation for Bidding

Verification that an individual, business or sub-contractor seeking employment, contract, or a business license with the City of Detroit does not have any outstanding debt with the City of Detroit and is current on all of their City of Detroit Income Taxes.

Required documentation: Individual or corporate tax returns

1. Fill out online application
2. Receive an email confirmation

Length: 7-10 days

1. Required documentation:
   1. A completed, signed and dated W-9
   2. Contact Information, keywords to describe goods or services you provide.
   3. Email address, to receive newly generated Purchase Orders, when generated.
2. Receive an email confirmation

Length: 1-2 days

Depending on the certification, businesses qualify for the following benefits: appreciation events, networking and capacity building opportunities, equalization credits when placing bids, and visibility on the business certification register.

1. Required Documentation:
   1. Business name and location, contact information, billing information
   2. Business Certification Affidavit
   3. Business Roster (for Detroit Headquartered Business certification)
   4. Minority Based or Women Based Enterprise Declaration, if applicable
2. Fill out online application
3. Receive an email confirmation

Length: 21-45 days

1. Must meet the qualification as specified in the Bid Scope of Work
2. Provide Proof of relevant licenses and permits, if applicable
3. Submit all documentation by the Bid Close Date
4. Receive a confirmation email

Length: varies