Within this section, you will find information to help you do business with the City of San José. 

Bids and Contracts with the City

Contract with or sell to the City. Access a vendor’s guide and information about the City’s current and past bids.  

Demonstration Partnerships

Demonstrate a technology or product to the City. The City and its partners are committed to supporting entrepreneurs to develop emerging technologies that become the driving industries of the future.

Doing Business in San José

Information and resources to help you start, expand, or locate your business to San José. Business Tax and License, Financing and Incentives, Programs and Services, and more. 

• Locate Here
• Small Business Coaching

Planning and Development

Permitting and permit review process. Resources to assist businesses with the permitting and review process, including Development Services, Permits Online, Fire Prevention. 

San José Economy

Find out why San José is the place you want to relocate your business to. The City’s Office of Economic Development provides direct assistance to businesses as well as news and information about San José’s economy and long-term economic development strategy.