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BACP Small Business Technology Enhancement Program - Service Area 3

Description: The City of Chicago seeks a delegate agency to deliver the Small Business Technology Enhancement Program in Service Area 3. The work includes digital-literacy workshops and individualized assistance for small businesses. It also calls for language- or community-specific support.

Buyer: City of Chicago
City · IL, US
Released: Oct 16, 2026
Closes: Oct 30, 2026(6 days left)

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Proposed budget
2025
The proposed 2025 budget continued $34.1 million in Community Development Grants and proposed over $30 million in ARPA funding for small-business grants, customized coaching, and technical support.
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Our investments also include supporting entrepreneurs, business owners, and nonprofit organizations. For 2025 we are continuing the multi-year investment in Community Development Grants through the Chicago Recovery Plan bond with $34.1 million to provide technical assistance, operating grants, businesses development grants, and other supports for new and…
City of Chicago FY2025 Proposed Budget
Proposed budget · 2025
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Strategic plan
2025
City Council authorized a $1.25 billion Housing and Economic Development Bond that includes Small Business Capacity Building.
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Housing and Economic Development Bond The Housing and Economic Development Bond is a $1.25 billion bond authorized by City Council to support investments in housing, business innovation, job growth, and cultural and community assets. These initiatives are funded through the issuance of General Obligation and Sales Tax Securitization Corporation bonds. The…
City of Chicago Capital Improvement Program Report 2025-2029
Strategic plan · 2025
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RFP published
Oct 16, 2026
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Key Contacts on this RFP

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George Molina23rd Ward Superintendent

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Anthony Joel Quezada35th Ward Alderman

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Jonathan F ErnstActing Budget Director

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Brendan WhiteActing Chief Financial Officer

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