4-Business License Requirements.pdf

This document outlines the business license requirements established by the City of Little Rock, Arkansas for contractors and vendors seeking to conduct work within the municipality. The requirements apply differently based on the business location and entity type. Businesses with physical locations in Little Rock must obtain a license for each location. In-state businesses based in other Arkansas cities are required to obtain a Little Rock license only if their home city does not require one, though licenses from other Arkansas municipalities may be honored if the classification is comparable to the work being performed. Out-of-state businesses without physical presence in Arkansas must obtain a Little Rock business license unless they hold a valid license from another Arkansas city. Out-of-state entities bidding on City of Little Rock purchasing proposals are exempt from obtaining a license prior to award; however, if they win a contract, they must obtain a City of Little Rock business license for the duration of the engagement. Non-profit organizations are fully exempt from business licensing requirements.

The specific classification of the required business license must align with the type of work the contractor will perform in Little Rock. For the referenced Aggregate Hauling Services contract with the City of Little Rock Public Works Department, contractors bidding on this opportunity would need to ensure their business license classification covers hauling services for aggregate materials such as SB-2, B-stone, and soil. Prospective bidders should contact the Treasury Division at the City of Little Rock Finance Department for additional information regarding license requirements and the application process. Scott Massanelli, Treasury Manager, is the designated point of contact for licensing inquiries.