Business license

For business license information, please call the business license office at (562) 866-9771, extension 2622.

Bidder and bid results information

W-9 form required

Home based business

Lakewood allows some home occupations in residential areas. A home occupation is an occupation or a business activity that does not bring customers or clients to your home or cause disruption to the residential character of your neighborhood.

A license is required before a home business can begin operation. The license can be obtained from the business license office at city hall.

Call 866-9771, extension 2622 for business license information and assistance.

Building and Zoning Code Lookup

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City of Lakewood - Purchasing Division

Contact Purchasing (For existing vendors)

The purchasing function for the City of Lakewood is provided through the Purchasing Division of the Finance Department. The Purchasing division’s goal is to ensure the acquisition of quality goods and services at the lowest total cost to the City. The division also oversees the competitive bidding process, supplier selection for all City departments and the disposition and sale of all surplus City equipment and vehicles. This does not include Public Works contracts.

To ensure an open and competitive supplier selection process, the “Supplier Library” has been developed. This library is a system that allows potential suppliers to register for consideration for bidding opportunities. (See list below.)

To register for the Supplier Library, please complete the Supplier Registration Form and mail to the address shown on the form. Copies of brochures or detailed information about your firm’s capabilities should be included. This information will be kept on file for a period of two years, during which time your company will be considered for bidding opportunities when available