Are You Ready to Compete for City Contracts?
New York City spent over $32 Billion with procurement vendors in 2025. Over $1.5 Million was distributed through the Small Purchase Method — opportunities designed for smaller vendors just like you!
Every day you wait to get Bid-Ready, you risk lose contracts to competitors who are prepared and waiting. Get in the game. Find out what you need to be Bid-Ready!
Use this checklist to evaluate if your business is ready to respond quickly and confidently.
✅ 1. Opportunity Match
☐ I know how to quickly identify RFPs and small purchase opportunities that fit my trade.
☐ I have a system to filter out projects that aren’t a good match (saving time and resources).
✅ 2. Compliance & Documentation
☐ My NYC PASSPort account is set up and active.
☐ All required certifications (MBE, WBE, DBE, etc. if applicable) are current and uploaded.
☐ My business licenses, insurance, and bonding information are ready to submit.
☐ I have standard templates for resumes, past performance, and references.
✅ 3. Proposal Readiness
☐ I have a clear process to assemble proposals before deadlines.
☐ I know how to respond to all required sections of an RFP without scrambling.
☐ I have a “go-to” library of company information (capability statement, references, experience).
✅ 4. Back Office Organization
☐ My admin files are organized and easy to access.
☐ I have designated support (in-house or outsourced) for compliance and submissions.
☐ I can respond to a new opportunity within 5 business days or less.
⚠️ If you checked fewer than 8 boxes…
You are not yet bid-ready — and every unprepared week means missed opportunities.
👉 Book your FREE 15-minute Bid-Readiness Call and learn how our 90-Day Bid Ready Service can get your back office organized so you’re ready when the next opportunity opens.