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DETROIT DEVELOPMENT CONTINUES
DEGC is the city's economic development catalyst, dedicated to finding innovative solutions that attract investment, create jobs, and revitalize Detroit's economy for all residents. Click here to learn more about our mission and how you can get involved.
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Check out this new guide to accessing commercial property and opening a brick-and-mortar shop in Detroit
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Contact the Small Business Call Center for resource information and help with your business.
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The DEGC posts Requests for Proposal in three distinct categories: Professional Services, Construction & Maintenance and Real Estate & Land Development.
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PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
LET US HELP YOU FIND WHAT YOU NEED
WHO ARE YOU?
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CURRENT OR FUTURE DETROIT SMALL BUSINESS
I’m a current or future Detroit small business.
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WHAT ARE THE PROGRAM BENEFITS?
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WHY PARTICIPATE?BuyDetroit understands the unique needs of buyers and sellers, and is creating resources to better prepare Detroit small- and mid-sized businesses to successfully compete for new business opportunities. This includes improving peer connections, building capacity and facilitating access to large contracts – all in one place.
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WHO IS ELIGIBLE?Supplier Requirements: Headquartered or based in the City of Detroit Registered and in good standing with the State of Michigan Have an EIN number In business for two or more years Have a valid license for the trade or profession the company is registered as (such as Lawyer, CPA, tradesman, and other licensed-required fields) Have a DUNS number if applying for government contracts Buyer Requirements: Agree to a clear, concise and fair bidding process that includes a scoring rubric List real opportunities with open and close dates Provide an opportunity description and a contract value Provide timely response to suppliers’ questions about the opportunity Have an EIN number In business for two or more years Must not discriminate
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HOW TO PARTICIPATE?Create an account and register for the Marketplace.
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WHAT TYPES OF OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE?Buyers post specific opportunities in a variety of product and service areas. Opportunities are typically Request for Proposals/Qualifications (RFP/Q) from such notable organizations as the City of Detroit, Bedrock, DTE, Wayne State University and Comerica.
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AT A GLANCE
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"The DEGC drives inclusive development at every level of Detroit’s economy – from bringing a billion-dollar manufacturing investment to the city, to helping launch a neighborhood dental practice.
We understand that every business is important, every job is important, and every person is important. Catalyzing development – turning one deal into hundreds of accessible opportunities – that’s what we do."
– Kevin Johnson, President & CEO
UPCOMING EVENTS
- Múltiples fechasmar, 27 agoDetroit27 ago 2024, 9:00 – 10:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200
- Múltiples fechasmié, 28 agoDetroit28 ago 2024, 15:00 – 16:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200
- mié, 28 agoDetroit28 ago 2024, 16:00 – 17:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA Suite 2200
- mié, 11 septDetroit11 sept 2024, 16:00 – 17:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200
- mié, 25 septDetroit25 sept 2024, 16:00 – 17:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200
- Múltiples fechasmar, 08 octDetroit08 oct 2024, 14:00 – 15:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200
- mié, 09 octDetroit09 oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200
- mié, 23 octDetroit23 oct 2024, 16:00 – 17:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200
- mié, 13 novDetroit13 nov 2024, 16:00 – 17:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200
- mié, 20 novDetroit20 nov 2024, 16:00 – 17:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200
- mié, 11 dicDetroit11 dic 2024, 16:00 – 17:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200
- mié, 18 dicDetroit18 dic 2024, 16:00 – 17:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200
- mié, 08 eneDetroit08 ene 2025, 16:00 – 17:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200
- mié, 22 eneDetroit22 ene 2025, 16:00 – 17:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200
- mié, 12 febDetroit12 feb 2025, 16:00 – 17:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200
- mié, 26 febDetroit26 feb 2025, 16:00 – 17:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200
- mié, 12 marDetroit12 mar 2025, 16:00 – 17:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200
- mié, 26 marDetroit26 mar 2025, 16:00 – 17:00Detroit, 500 Griswold St, Detroit, MI 48226, USA, Suite 2200