NYCEDC ConstructNYC
Administered by NYC Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC)
Private consulting firm, not a government agency. We are not affiliated with any city, state or federal agency. You can apply directly with any agency yourself, and NYC and NYS M/WBE certification are free to apply for. We charge for our help, not for the certification. Official agency links are listed at the bottom of this page.
What this program is
ConstructNYC is NYCEDC's program for certified small contractors. Firms complete an 8-week training cycle and become prequalified to bid on NYCEDC construction packages.
What it unlocks
Eligibility to bid on NYCEDC construction packages up to $1M.
Key facts at a glance
- Bid packages
- Up to $1M
- Training
- 8-week cycle
- Revenue
- Average revenue under $3M
Can I bid on NYCEDC work through ConstructNYC?
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You may qualify if
- Certified MBE, WBE, DBE or veteran-owned business
- Average revenue under $3M
- Able to complete the 8-week training cycle
These are screening indicators only, not a guarantee of eligibility. Eligibility is determined solely by the certifying agency.
Documents you'll need to gather
Most delays come from missing paperwork, not the questions. Here's what to pull together, organized by where you'll find it.
Typical
- Your current certification
- Business and revenue information requested in the application
Typical preparation flow
- 1Confirm you hold a qualifying certification.
- 2Apply for the next ConstructNYC cycle on NYCEDC's site.
- 3Complete the 8-week training to become prequalified.
Official sources
Last reviewed October 2026. Agencies change their rules; always confirm on the agency's site before you file.
Not sure if ConstructNYC is the right one for you?
Take the free eligibility check and see every program your company may qualify to pursue (city, state, federal and agency) in the right order.
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