The Dream Pitch Competition is an opportunity for participants to pitch their businesses to a panel of judges, showcasing the knowledge gained through the Program and resulting in a pitch award of $2,000 to $7,500. APPLY NOW!

The Green Book serves as a roadmap to DC government spending with CBEs, providing valuable insights into procurement goals, upcoming opportunities, and ways for small and local businesses to navigate the contracting process successfully.

DEADLINE EXTENDED!

The DC Department of Small and Local Business Development (DSLBD) is pleased to announce that it will begin accepting applications for the Aspire Incubator Program 2026  starting February 23, 2026.  Participants will also have the opportunity to pitch their businesses to a panel of judges at the Aspire Incubator Pitch Competition for a chance to win Pitch Prizes.

Using the CBE Wizard, you can begin the process of helping your business become a Certified Business Enterprise (CBE).

DSLBD is proud to announce that we have improved the Agency Subcontracting Requirement Waiver Requests Page by creating an all-new District CBE Waiver Portal (made possible through the District Enterprise System).