Find information to help your business succeed in DC. Most of these resources are free. District agencies and local organizations add new programs and services regularly, based on business needs and DC's overall economic development strategy.
City Services
The District of Columbia promotes an attractive business environment by providing traditional city services including trash and recycling pickup, road and bridge maintenance, coordination of mass transit efforts with other local governments and emergency preparedness.
Counseling,
Training and Mentoring
Locate organizations that offer networking, counseling and training for businesses and nonprofits.
DC Maps
View maps of economic development, transportation, demographics and government services.
Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs)
The Department of Transportation lists upcoming procurement opportunities for the public. DDOT also strongly encourages the use of DDOT certified Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBEs) for contracting and subcontracting opportunities.
Internet Locations
DC's City of Access website provides a list of more than 150 free Internet locations and free or low-cost computer training. Search convenient locations in this up-to-date list.
Certified Business Enterprises (CBEs) Business Center
Companies that wish to do business with the District government or with other CBEs can gain quick access to several features, including searching for CBE opportunities, checking business enterprise zones, and certifying businesses as CBEs.
Market Facts and Statistics
Find market info on economic development, transportation, demographics, and government services.
Related Agency Directory
Several DC agencies offer programs and information useful to small businesses and nonprofits. Find information about transportation, public works, taxes, access to capital and government regulations.
Reporting
Requirements and Deadlines
Use this tool to stay current each year with DC reporting requirements and deadlines.
Resources for Minority- and Women-Owned Businesses
Learn about government, association and mentor programs for women and minority business owners.
Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development
This office oversees and coordinates execution of the District's economic development programs and projects; represents the Mayor to businesses, developers, and other government agencies; and manages
the executive agencies responsible for economic development. The DMPED website describes key initiatives and provides information about doing business in the District of Columbia.
Business Improvement
Districts
These are commercial areas of the District that collect a "self tax" from property owners to provide services and programs.
Community
Development Corporations
Community Development Corporations (CDCs) and other community-based organizations work to revitalize distressed neighborhoods throughout the District of Columbia.
Department of Housing and Community Development
This agency facilitates the production and preservation of housing, community, and economic development opportunities. DHCD fosters partnerships with for-profit and nonprofit organizations to create and maintain stable neighborhoods; retain and expand the city's tax base; promote economic opportunities through community empowerment; and retain and create job and business opportunities for the benefit of DC residents.
DC Chamber of Commerce Business Resource Center
DCCCBRC is a leading, District-wide provider of technical assistance to small businesses and nonprofit organizations.
Enhanced Business Information Center (e-BIC)
The e-BIC offers training, counseling, access to computers and business software and office space for business-client meetings.
National Capital Revitalization Corporation
This publicly chartered real estate development corporation stimulates development and promotes change, especially in the city's underserved communities, through real estate development, business and finance, and job creation. The NCRC website provides information regarding current and planned development projects.
Office of Planning
This office develops revitalization plans, works with neighborhoods to set priorities, and incorporates historic preservation into city planning. The Office of Planning also serves as the state data center for the US Census.
