Business Fee Assistance Pilot Program Development

The City of Anaheim is seeking Proposals for a Business Fee Assistance Pilot Program Development . Proposals are due no later than 5:00 pm on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 .

The City of Anaheim Economic Development Department seeks consulting services to design a Business Fee Assistance Pilot Program that supports business attraction, expansion, and retention in high-impact industry sectors. The program is intended to reduce upfront development and permitting costs for qualifying businesses while advancing the City’s long-term goals related to economic competitiveness, workforce development, and inclusive growth. The selected consultant will develop a comprehensive program framework, including eligibility criteria, fiscal safeguards, implementation procedures, and an administrative structure that can be effectively managed by City departments. The final deliverable will position the City to launch a fiscally responsible, data-informed, and outcome-driven pilot program.