Message from the County Executive "The high quality of life which we enjoy in Baltimore County depends upon opportunity being available to all, regardless of race, gender, religion or ethnic background. As the poet Maya Angelou once observed, ‘We all should know that diversity makes for a rich tapestry, and we must understand that all the threads of the tapestry are equal in value no matter what their color.’ Baltimore County has made it a priority to encourage the growth and expansion of minority and women-owned businesses and ensure that our contractor pool accurately reflects the communities we serve." - I want to write a business/marketing plan, Funding Programs, Business Structuring.
- I want to bid on construction capital improvement contracts, architectural/engineering projects, commodities, services, maintenance, janitorial, information technology, promotional items contracts.
- I want to Register/Qualify to conduct business in Maryland for the Good Standing Requirement.
- I need a license/permit.
- I want to learn about Baltimore County’s Minority Business Program.
- I am looking for employees for my business, employment development assistance.
- I am interested in residential/commercial revitalization, block grants.
- I am interested in land use regulation information.
- I want to be come a certified minority/woman business.
- I want to pay my register my tax identification number with the state.
- I want to find out the license requirements for my business.
- I need to know Maryland labor regulations
- I want State procurement.
- I want to locate another business advocate.
Back to Top Budget and Finance - Purchasing and Disbursements
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/purchasing
410-887-3880 The County’s Purchasing Division is a centralized procurement office responsible for buying commodities, supplies, services, human services, office equipment, janitorial, building maintenance, vehicles, communications, computer hardware/software, peripherals and related services, furniture, recreational products, landscaping and more. Back to Top Budget and Finance - Taxpayer Services
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/go/taxsearch
410-887-2404 To pay your real or personal property taxes or search for property tax information, you will need a parcel ID or account number. You also will need to review and agree to Baltimore County's User Terms and Conditions. Back to Top Community Conservation
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/go/occ
410-887-3317 The Office of Community Conservation is responsible for coordinating programs, policies, and capital improvements projects in Community Conservation Areas. The emphasis is on implementation strategies such as community empowerment, public/private partnerships and coordination of public/private action. In addition to urban residential neighborhoods, Community Conservation Areas include commercial revitalization areas and commercial corridors, and are identified in the Baltimore County Master Plan 2010. Community Conservation is comprised of five major components: Sector Coordination, Housing Opportunities, CDBG Grants Administration, Commission on Disabilities, and Grants to Community and Non-profit Organizations. Back to Top Economic Development and Baltimore County Chamber of Commerce - Small Business Resource Center
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/gateway
410-887-8000 and 410-825-6200 The Gateway is a collaborative effort between the Baltimore County Chamber of Commerce, the Department of Economic Development and the Baltimore County Public Library. Under direction of the Department of Economic Development and the Baltimore County Public Library, existing resources were culled and new information captured to create a comprehensive site for answers on Baltimore County. Back to Top Federal Stimulus
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/go/stimulus The American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (ARRA) impacts all areas of government and business including Economic Development, Energy, Environment, Education, Health and Human Services, Housing, Public Safety, Transportation and Workforce Development. Back to Top Fair Practices and Community Affairs - Minority Business Enterprise
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/go/mwbe
410-887-5557 The Minority Business Enterprise provides information to minority, women and disabled owned businesses regarding procurement opportunities, preparing of business and marketing plans and financial information. Baltimore County Government is committed to providing greater opportunities for participation by minority, women and disabled owned businesses. Back to Top Fair Practices and Community Affairs - Commission for Women
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/go/women
410-887-3448 It is the mission of the Baltimore County Commission for Women, through education and outreach, to identify and advocate for programs, legislation, and services to meet the needs of the women of Baltimore County. Permits and Development - Development Management Division
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/go/permits
410-887-3353 Our Development Management Division reviews new development plans to make sure they comply with land use regulations and fit in with existing communities and infrastructure. Development Plans Review reviews the necessary public improvements each project requires, and Land Acquisition deals with the related rights-of-way, easements, etc. Public Works - Construction Contracts Administration
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/go/constructioncontracts
410-887-3531 Our mission is to provide responsible, efficient and effective engineering and construction administration services for County infrastructure, acting as owner and guardian during construction. We provide these services for all new and rehabilitation contracts including sanitary sewers, water mains, roads, bridges and storm drains, public buildings and pumping stations throughout the County. We also provide our services for other departments in the County government, including Recreation and Parks, DEPRM, Police, Fire and Revenue Authority. Public Works - Professional Services Selection
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/Go/pssc
410-887-3793 The selection of consultants for Professional Services (professional practices of architecture, landscape architecture, engineering or land surveying) contracts for County agencies (not Board of Education) is done by the Professional Services Selection Committee (PSSC). The Bureau of Engineering and Construction performs the administrative and record keeping part of the Selection Process for the PSSC. Workforce Development
www.baltimorecountymd.gov/go/owd
410-887-2008 With the guidance of the Baltimore County Workforce Development Council, the Baltimore County Office of Workforce Development (BCOWD) plays a unique role in the workforce development arena. In concert with the Department of Economic Development, the Baltimore County Workforce Development System (BCWDS) acts as a broker for initiatives designed to develop a skilled workforce. Zoning
http://www.baltimorecountymd.gov/Go/pdmzoning
410-887-3868 Zoning is a system of land use regulation that controls the physical development of land. It is a legal mechanism by which local government is able to regulate an owner’s right to use privately owned land for the sake of protecting the public health, safety, and/or general welfare. Back to Top Minority and Women's Business Certification State of Maryland Assessments and Taxation Business and Economic Development Comptroller of Maryland General Services Governor’s Office of Minority Affairs Labor Licensing and Regulation Federal Government Back to Top Revised September 25, 2009 | 
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