The BAC (Business Assistance Center) is a one-stop information and referral center for businesses in Oakland.  The physical center right next to City Hall at 270 Frank H Ogawa offers full time staff to help business owners navigate the City government and provide referrals to local organizations, county, and state agencies, and other resources to start, operate, and grow businesses in Oakland. 

A collaboration between the City of Oakland and OneCalifornia Foundation, this website offers online access to the same resources.   We are here to help!

Computers Available for Internet Research
The center has two computers available for business owners wanting to do research.  Stop by during open hours to get online!

Contact Us
Click here for our contact information, directions and hours.

Fact Sheet
Learn a little bit more about the BAC in our fact sheet.
BAC Fact Sheet October 2009 (PDF)

Grand Opening / Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
The BAC Grand Opening on October 14, 2009 included Mayor Ronald V. Dellums, City Council President Jane Brunner, City Administrator Dan Lindheim, Community & Economic Development Agency Director Walter Cohen, OneCalifornia Foundation Executive Director Salvador Menjivar, Oakland Chamber Director of Economic Development Karen Engel, other special dignitaries. 
See press and photos from this event.

Oakland Business Assistance Center - Helping Businesses Thrive in Oakland.