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San Francisco Human Rights Commission’s Guide to

SBE, LBE, DBE, WMBE, DVBE CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS©

Theresa Sparks Executive Director

Edwin M. Lee

Mayor

© All Rights Reserved 2011

San Francisco Human Rights Commission 25 Van Ness Avenue, 8th Floor

San Francisco CA 94102 (415) 252-2500

www.sf-hrc.org

The information contained in this guide is provided to you “AS IS”. We make no claims, promises or guarantees about the accuracy, completeness, or adequacy of the information contained in this guide. Information regarding all programs listed in this “guide” changes very rapidly and, accordingly, we do not guarantee that any information in this guide are accurate and up to date.

Table of Contents

PROGRAM TYPE PAGE

SAN FRANCISCO PROGRAMS………...…………………… 1-2

OTHER SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA PROGRAMS..……. 3-6

STATEWIDE CALIFORNIA PROGRAMS ..…………………. 7-8

CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS WITHIN THE COUNTIES OF CALIFORNIA .……………………………………………...

9-16

FEDERAL PROGRAMS……..…..……………………………. 17-18

OTHER STATES……………………………...………………… 19-23

WMBE CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS………………..…….. 24-26

SAN FRANCISCO HUMAN RIGHTS COMMISSION’S GUIDE TO SBE, LBE, DBE, WMBE, DVBE CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS

San Francisco Human Rights Commission

Program Name

Local Business Certification Program Comprised of:

Local Business Enterprise (LBE) Certification

PUC-Local Business Enterprise (PUC-LBE) Certification

Non-Profit Entity (NPE) Certification

Program Goals and Benefits Goals Help businesses contracting with the City of San Francisco compete more effectively against non local firms with respect to contracts issued by the City and County of San Francisco. Benefits

Firms certified by the HRC help the City meet subcontracting goals designed to increase local business participation on City contracts;

Firms certified by the HRC are eligible to receive 2% or 10% bid discounts when bidding on City contracts; and

Micro-sized firms certified by the HRC are eligible to participate on City contracts specifically set-aside for them.

Main Requirements

For LBE and NPE certification, must be head-quartered in San Francisco.

For PUC-LBE certification, must be located in the Hetch Hetchy Waterway System Region.

Average gross receipts of the firm over a period of three years cannot exceed established economic thresholds for the categories in which certification is granted.

Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://sf-hrc.org/index.aspx?page=86 415-252-2500

San Francisco Community College District

Program Name

Small Business Enterprise (“SBE”) Certification Goals Increase small business participation on construction contracts with the San Francisco College District. Benefits

The program has an overall annual minimum SBE participation goal of 45%, which is based on the SBE participation at the prime and subcontractor level, based on dollars awarded;

A 5% bid discount is granted to all construction contracts greater than $15,000, but less than $5 million, if subcontracting goals are met;

On contracts that have subcontracting opportunities, the minimum subcontracting goal is 25%; and Subcontracting Goals will be applied to contracts by size as follows:

Emerging Small Business goals: Contracts over $250,000, but under $1 million and those contracts estimated to cost over $25 million; and SBE goals: Projects over $1 million.

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SAN FRANCISCO PROGRAMS


Main Requirements

Principal office located in California

Independently owned and operated

Not dominant in its field of operation

Officers are domiciled in California

Has 100 or fewer employees

Average annual gross receipts over the previous three years do not exceed $10,000,000. Reciprocity with other Programs Yes. Accepts certifications granted by (i) the San Francisco Human Rights Commission and (ii) the State of California Department of General Services. Contact Information http://www.ccsf.edu/Offices/Facilities_Planning/slbe.htm (415) 928-5910, ext 109

San Francisco Redevelopment Agency

Program Name

Small Business Enterprise (“SBE”) Certification Comprised of:

“Project Area” SBEs

“San Francisco-Based” SBEs

“Other” SBE’s Goals and Benefits Ensure that economically disadvantaged businesses are provided with an opportunity to compete for and participate in Agency assisted projects. The program has an overall SBE participation goal of 50% for prime contractors; and on contracts that have subcontracting opportunities, the goal shall be 50%. Contracts are awarded based on the following priority list:

“Project Area” SBEs

“San Francisco-Based” SBEs

“Other” SBE’s

Main Requirements

Independent and continuing business for profit;

Perform a commercially useful function;

Owned and controlled by persons residing in the United States or its territories; and

Average gross of the firm over a period of three years cannot exceed established economic thresholds for the categories in which certification is granted.

Reciprocity with other Programs Discretionary. May accept certifications granted by the San Francisco Human Rights Commission. Contact Information Website: http://www.iucp.com/Default.aspx?agency=SFRA (415)749-2400

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SAN FRANCISCO PROGRAMS


Bay Area Rapid Transit (―BART‖)

Program Name (1 of 2 programs)

Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“DBE”) Certification Goals and Benefits BART’s DBE program aims to remedy the effects of discrimination against minority and women-owned businesses in the industries with which BART does business, in order to prevent future discrimination on BART projects in those industries, and to provide opportunities for minority-owned and women-owned businesses to participate in BART projects. DBE participation goals are developed annually by BART’s Office of Civil Rights and are based upon a review of the District's contracting record over previous years; the availability of certified or certifiable DBEs; the estimated dollar volume of contract activity; opportunities for DBE subcontractors, vendors and suppliers; and DBE goals being applied in the BART service area by other governmental and transit agencies. Main Requirements

Firms must be at least 51% owned by one or more socially and economically disadvantaged individuals (African Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, Asian-Pacific and Subcontinent Asian Americans, and women are presumed to be socially and economically disadvantaged, while other individuals may also qualify on a case-by-case basis.)

Firms must be an existing small business as defined by the Small Business Administration (“SBA”) standards

The firm’s average annual gross receipts over the previous three fiscal years must not exceed $22.41 million, adjusted for inflation.

Reciprocity with other Program Yes. The agency is part of the California Unified Certification Program (“CUCP”), which provides a “one-stop shopping” certification procedure for all businesses seeking to participate as a DBE on contracts funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Under the CUCP, businesses need only apply once to a certifying agency in order to be certified at multiple agencies within the State. In addition, firms who currently hold Section 8(a) certification, may be certified without additional certification proceedings. In addition, firms who currently hold Section 8(a) certification, may be certified without additional certification proceedings.

Contact Information Website: http://bart.gov/about/business/ocr/ (510) 464-6287


Minority/Woman Owned Business Enterprise (“M/WBE”) Certification Goals and Benefits The M/WBE certification is part of BART’s Non-Discrimination Program for Subcontracting. This program ensures that contractors who contract with BART on non-Federally funded contracts do not discriminate or give a preference in the award of subcontracts on the basis of race, national origin, color, ethnicity, or gender. Bidders who are found to have discriminated in subcontracting will be found to be non-responsive and will not be awarded the contract. Main Requirements

Firms must be minority or woman owned.

Owners must be U.S. citizens or lawfully admitted permanent residents Reciprocity with other Program Yes. All CUCP-certified DBE firms are automatically qualified to be M/WBE firms.

OTHER SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA PROGRAMS

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Contact Information Website: http://bart.gov/about/business/ocr/ (415) 464-6287

California Department of Transportation (―Caltrans‖)


Underutilized Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“U/DBE”) Certification

Goals and Benefits To ensure nondiscrimination in the award and administration of DOT-assisted contracts in the Department's highway, transit, and airport financial assistance programs; to create a level playing field on which DBEs can compete fairly for DOT-assisted contracts; and to help remove barriers to the participation of DBEs in DOT-assisted contracts. Caltrans’ Federal fiscal year overall DBE goal is 13.5%, with 6.75% to be achieved through race-neutral measures and 6.75% to be achieved through race-conscious measures. Caltrans’ race-neutral measures include all DBE firms, regardless of race, ethnicity, or gender. Caltrans’ race-conscious measures are applied to four identified groups: African American, Asian-Pacific American, Native American, and women-owned firms. Federal regulations require that a recipient of Federal highway and transit funds implement an approved DBE program that consists of establishing a statewide DBE utilization goal and using race-neutral means to the maximum feasible extent to achieve that goal. Where race-neutral measures prove inadequate to achieve the goal, states are required to use race-conscious measures, such as a DBE participation goal for individual contracts.

Main Requirements

Owner must be a U.S. citizen or resident alien and be a member of a socially and economically disadvantaged group

Owner must have a personal net-worth of less than $750,000\

Firm must be a small business as defined by the SBA and must not have annual gross receipts over $22.41 million in the previous three fiscal years ($52,470,000 for airport concessionaires in general, with some exceptions). [This size standard is for construction related work. Depending on the type of work the business performs, other size standards may apply]

Must be a for-profit small business where socially and economically disadvantaged owner(s) own at least a 51% interest, and have managerial and operational control of the business operations

Owner must possess the power to direct management and policies of the firm and to make day-to-day and long-term decisions on matters of management, policy and operations

Owner must have applicable licenses or credentials required by law.

Reciprocity with other Programs Yes. The agency is part of the CUCP, which provides a “one-stop shopping” certification procedure for all businesses seeking to participate as a DBE on contracts funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Under the CUCP, businesses need only apply once to a certifying agency in order to be certified at multiple agencies within the State. Contact Information Website: http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/bep/ (916) 654-5500


Small Business Enterprise (“SBE”) Certification Goals and Benefits The California State Department of General Services administers certification aimed at helping SBEs compete against non-SBEs for State contracts and purchases.

SBE certified firms will receive a 5% bid preference on applicable State solicitations

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State agencies may contract directly with SBE certified firms for goods, services, IT, and public works projects solicited at more than $5,000

SBE certified firms receive a waiver of the California Multiple Award Schedules vendor administrative fee

Non-small business prime contractors who use SBE certified subcontractors for at least 25% of their net bid price are eligible for a bid preference of 5% of the lowest responsive bid

SBE certified firms are eligible for the State's Small Business Participation Program, which sets a goal for the use of small businesses in at least 25% of the State's overall annual contract dollars;

SBE certified firms are automatically listed in the Certified Firm and Application Status Search

Under the Prompt Payment Act, the State must pay a SBE certified firm higher interest penalties for late payment of an undisputed invoice.

Main Requirements

Must be independently owned and operated

Cannot be dominant in its field of operation

Must have its principal office located in California

Must have its owners (or officers in the case of a corporation) domiciled in California

Together with its affiliates, be either: A business with 100 or fewer employees and an average annual gross receipts of $14 million or less over the previous three tax years or a manufacturer with 100 or fewer employees.

Micro business: A small business will automatically be designated as a micro business if gross annual receipts, together with all affiliates, are less than $3,500,000, or the small business is a manufacturer with 25 or fewer employees. Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/bep/ (916) 654-5500


Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (“DVBE”) Goals and Benefits The California State Department of General Services acknowledges disabled veterans for their service and seeks to promote DVBE participation in State contracting, by promoting competition and encouraging greater economic opportunities for DVBEs. State certified DVBEs are eligible for the State's DVBE Participation Program, which sets a goal to use DVBEs in at least 3% of the State's overall annual contract dollars. State agencies may use a streamlined process to contract directly with DVBE-certified businesses for goods, services, information technology and public works projects. The solicitation must be valued at more than $5,000, and the State agency must obtain price quotes from at least two California certified DVBE businesses. Certified firms increase their visibility and expand their business networking opportunities by being automatically listed in the State's online list of certified firms. Note: SBE certification receives prompt payment benefits while DVBE certification does not. Main Requirements The Veteran must:

Be a Veteran of the U.S. military, naval, or air service

Have a service-connected disability of at least 10% or more

Be domiciled in California.

The business must be at least 51% owned by one or more disabled veterans.

The daily business operations must be managed and controlled by one or more disabled veterans.


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The home office must be located in the U.S. and the disabled veteran must be domiciled in California.

Program Reciprocity None. Contact Information Website: http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/bep/ (916) 654-5500

San Francisco International Airport (―SFO‖)

Program Name

Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“DBE”) Certification Goals and Benefits SFO’s DBE program advocates for and serves to disseminate information for small and disadvantaged businesses in order to maximize their participation in Airport contracts and concession leases. SFO’s Small Business Affairs Office oversees DBE goals for construction and concession projects, as well as maintains a DBE database and extensive mailing list. Main Requirements

Firms must be at least 51% owned by one or more socially and economically disadvantaged individuals (African Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, Asian-Pacific and Subcontinent Asian Americans, and women are presumed to be socially and economically disadvantaged, while other individuals may also qualify on a case-by-case basis.)

Firms must be an existing small business as defined by the Small Business Administration standards

The firm’s average annual gross receipts over the previous three fiscal years must not exceed $22.41 million, adjusted for inflation.

Program Reciprocity Yes. The agency is part of the CUCP, which provides a “one-stop shopping” certification procedure for all businesses seeking to participate as a DBE on contracts funded by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Under the CUCP, businesses need only apply once to a certifying agency in order to be certified at multiple agencies within the State. In addition, firms who currently hold Section 8(a) certification, may be certified without additional certification proceedings Contact Information Website: http://www.flysfo.com/web/page/about/b2b/smbus/ (650) 821-5021

City of Oakland

Program Name

Local Business Enterprise / Small Local Business Enterprise (“LBE/SLBE”) Certification Goals and Benefits The City of Oakland has implemented policies that use the power of the public purse to provide economic opportunity and to stimulate economic development through the support and empowerment of the local community, especially those aspects of it that have been placed at a disadvantage in the past. Certification affords the business and the prime contractor compliance with the City’s contracting policies, which state that there will be a 20% minimum participation requirement for all construction contracts over $100,000 and all professional services contracts over $50,000 with a minimum

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participation of 10% LBE and 10% SLBE. All construction contracts below $100,000 and all professional services contracts below $50,000 must include outreach to certified local firms such that a minimum of three local firms are included in the solicitation. Bid discounts are applied at a rate of 1% or 1 preference point for every 10% of contract dollars attributable to certified firms. No more than 5% in bid discounts or 5 preference points may be earned. Main Requirements For LBE Certification, an Oakland business must have:

A substantial presence in the City of Oakland’s geographic boundaries

Be fully operational for 12 consecutive months

Have a valid business tax certificate For SLBE Certification: In addition to the above requirements, SLBE firms:

Must be an independent business headquartered in Oakland

Have a substantial presence in the city of Oakland’s geographic boundaries

Be fully operational and conducting business for 12 consecutive months

Have a valid business tax certificate

Owner(s) must possess the power to direct or cause the direction of the management and policies of the firm

Must perform commercially useful services and/or supplies. Reciprocity with other Programs None; however, the City is part of the East Bay Interagency Alliance, which shares a common application form with Alameda County, Alameda County Transportation Improvement Authority, and the Port of Oakland. Contact Information Website: http://cces.oaklandnet.com/ContComp/ (510) 238-3621

State of California – Department of General Services (DGS)


Small Business Enterprise (“SBE”) Certification Benefits and Goals The California State Department of General Services administers a self-certification program aimed at helping SBEs compete against non-SBEs for State contracts and purchases.

SBE certified firms will receive a 5% bid preference on applicable State solicitations

State agencies may contract directly with SBE certified firms for goods, services, IT, and public works projects solicited at more than $5,000

SBE certified firms receive a waiver of the California Multiple Award Schedules vendor administrative fee

Non-small business prime contractors who use SBE certified subcontractors for at least 25% of their net bid price are eligible for a bid preference of 5% of the lowest responsive bid

SBE certified firms are eligible for the State's Small Business Participation Program, which sets a goal for the use of small businesses in at least 25% of the State's overall annual contract dollars

SBE certified firms are automatically listed in the Certified Firm and Application Status Search

Under the Prompt Payment Act, the State must pay a SBE certified firm higher interest penalties for late payment of an undisputed invoice.

Main Requirements

Must be independently owned and operated

Cannot be dominant in its field of operation

STATEWIDE CALIFORNIA PROGRAMS

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Must have its principal office located in California

Must have its owners (or officers in the case of a corporation) domiciled in California

Together with its affiliates, be either: A business with 100 or fewer employees and an average annual gross receipts of $14 million or less over the previous three tax years or a manufacturer with 100 or fewer employees.

Micro business: A small business will automatically be designated as a micro business if gross annual receipts, together with all affiliates, are less than $3,500,000, or the small business is a manufacturer with 25 or fewer employees. Reciprocity with other Programs Yes, certifications are accepted from any California agencies that accept State “Small Business Certifications.” Contact Information Website: http://www.pd.dgs.ca.gov/smbus/default.htm (916) 375-4940


Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (“DVBE”) Goals and Benefits The California State Department of General Services acknowledges disabled veterans for their service and seeks to promote DVBE participation in State contracting by promoting competition and encouraging greater economic opportunities for DVBEs. State certified DVBEs are eligible for the State’s DVBE Participation Program, which sets a goal to use DVBEs in at least 3% of the State's overall annual contract dollars. State agencies may use a streamlined process to contract directly with DVBE-certified businesses for goods, services, information technology and public works projects. The solicitation must be valued at more than $5,000, and the State agency must obtain price quotes from at least two California certified DVBE businesses. Certified firms increase their visibility and expand their business networking opportunities by being automatically listed in the State's online list of certified firms. Note: SBE certification receives prompt payment benefits while DVBE certification does not. Main Requirements The Veteran must:

Be a Veteran of the U.S. military, naval, or air service

Have a service-connected disability of at least 10% or more

Be domiciled in California

The business must be at least 51% owned by one or more disabled veterans

The daily business operations must be managed and controlled by one or more disabled veterans. The home office must be located in the U.S. and the disabled veteran must be domiciled in California.

Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://www.pd.dgs.ca.gov/smbus/default.htm (916) 375-4940

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STATEWIDE CALIFORNIA PROGRAMS


County of Alameda

Program Name

Small, Local & Emerging Business (“SLEB”) Program Certification Goals and Benefits The program was developed to promote and foster inclusiveness, diversity and economic development, as well as to provide on-going evaluation to ensure that all local businesses are provided equal opportunities in County contracting and procurement activities. A 5% bid preference for local businesses and a 5% bid preference for certified small or emerging businesses is available, except with respect to those contracts which state law requires be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. The maximum bid evaluation preference points for being certified is 10%: 5% local and 5% certified. Main Requirements A SLEB is a local business that is certified as either small or emerging:

Local Business: A business having a fixed office with a street address in Alameda County, and having a valid business license issued by the County or a city within Alameda County.

Small Business: A business which has been certified by the County as local and meets the U.S. Small Business Administration (“SBA”) size standards for its classification.

Emerging Business: A business which has been certified by the County as local and meets less than one half the SBA size standard for its classification and has been in business less than 5 years.

Reciprocity with other Programs None; however, the County is a member of the EBIA and shares a common application with Alameda County, Alameda County Transportation Improvement Authority, and the Port of Oakland. Contact Information Website: http://www.acgov.org/auditor/sleb/index.htm (510) 891-3344

County of Contra Costa

Program Name

Small Business Enterprise (“SEB”) Certification Goals and Benefits A self-certification program aimed at assisting in the solicitation and award of contracts to small businesses (particularly local firms whose main office is located in Contra Costa County). Certified firms receive information regarding upcoming business opportunities within Contra Costa County. Main Requirements

Business must be independently owned and operated

Business must not be dominant in its field of operation

The principal office is located in California

The officers are domiciled in California and, together with affiliates, have 100 or fewer employees;

Average annual gross receipts must be $12,000,000 or less over the previous 3 tax years, or a manufacturer with 100 or fewer employees

Be certified by the State of California General Services Department Small Business & Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise Certification

CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS WITHIN THE COUNTIES OF CALIFORNIA

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Be registered and certified through Contra Costa County Departments and the General Services Department.

Reciprocity with other Programs Yes. Certification with the State of California Small Business Enterprise Program is a requirement for County certification. Contact Information Website: http://www.co.contra-costa.ca.us/depart/cao/sbe/sbe.htm (510) 891-3344

County of Los Angeles

Program Name

Local Small Business Enterprise (“SEB”) Certification Goals and Benefits This self-certification program was established to ensure that a fair portion of County contracts and sub-contracts are awarded to local SBEs. The County’s SBE program is modeled on the State’s small business preference program. A 5% bid preference on applicable County solicitations. Inclusion in the County’s central vendors listing and Community Business Enterprise listing, which are used by all County departments and many public and private agencies when soliciting for bids. Networking opportunities with public and private contracting agencies through the Office of Affirmative Action (OAAC). OAAC shares County vendor information with various community organizations and local chambers of commerce. Main Requirements

Be certified by the State of California General Services Department Small Business & Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise Certification

Business must have its principal office located within the geographic boundaries of Los Angeles County for the past 12 months.

Reciprocity with other Programs Yes. Certification with the State of California Small Business Enterprise Program is a requirement for SBE certification. Contact Information Website: http://doingbusiness.lacounty.gov/local_small_business.htm (323) 881-3964

County of Nevada

Program Name

Local Preference Program Goals and Benefits This self-certification program was established to encourage local businesses to provide goods to the County. A 5% bid preference on applicable County solicitations not exceeding $250,000. For any County purchases exceeding $250,000, a 5% bid preference shall be applied to the first $250,000 of the bid. Alternatively, a 5% bid preference shall be given to any vendor (local or not) whose bid includes products that are manufactured within the County. The 5% bid preference shall not exceed $12,500 and is applied to the retail value only as to the goods manufactured within the County.

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Main Requirements

Must have established a place of business within Nevada County at least six months prior to publication of the call for bids

50% of employees on the local payroll must reside within the County

Must have paid business property taxes to County for most recent tax year, if applicable

Possess a valid resale license from State Franchise Tax Board and pay sales tax to County/City, if applicable.

Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://new.mynevadacounty.com/BusWithLocal/index.cfm (530) 265-1218

County of Placer Program Name

Local Vendor Preference Program Goals and Benefits This self-certification program was established to encourage local businesses to provide goods and services that are not part of a public project to the County. A 5% bid preference on applicable County solicitations with bid credit not to exceed $5,000. Main Requirements

Must have established a place of business within Placer County at least six months prior to publication of the call for bids

Must have paid business property taxes to County for most recent tax year, if applicable

Possess a valid resale license from State Franchise Tax Board and pay sales tax to County/City, if applicable.

Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://www.placer.ca.gov/Departments/Admin/Procurement/lvp.aspx (530) 889-4016

County of Riverside

Program Name

Local Business Preference Certification Goals and Benefits This self-certification program was established to encourage economic development and hiring of local workers. A 5% bid preference on applicable County solicitations. Main Requirements

Must have a fixed office located within the County

Must have a County business street address

Must be open and staffed during normal business hours

Must credit all sales tax generated within County to the County

Must be located and doing business in County for at least six months prior to certification.


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Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://www.purchasing.co.riverside.ca.us (951) 955-1000

County of Sacramento

Program Name

Procurement Opportunities Program Goals and Benefits This self-certification program was established to provide contracting and procurement information to businesses desiring to do business with the County and to enhance economic growth in the Sacramento Regional Market Area (Sacramento, El Dorado, Placer, Sutter, Yolo and Yuba counties). The County’s goal is to spend 25% of its contracting and procurement dollars for contracts issued through the Department of General Services small businesses located within the Sacramento Regional Market Area. Small Business Enterprise: A 2% bid preference on supply and non-professional service contracts of less than $250,000. Local Business Enterprise: A 3% bid preference on supply and non-professional service contracts of less than $250,000. Up to a 5% bid preference possible, if both a small and local business. Main Requirements Businesses must be certified with the State of California Department of General Services Small Business certification program in order to be eligible for program benefits. Small Business Enterprise:

Be independently owned and operated

Not be dominant in its field of operation

Principal office is located in the Sacramento Regional Market Area

Together with its affiliates, be either: A service, construction, or non-manufacturing firm with 50 or fewer employees and an average annual gross receipts of $5 million or less over the previous 3 tax years or a manufacturer with 50 or fewer employees.

Local Business Enterprise:

Have a facility with a County address or located within a county in the Regional Market Area if that county has a reciprocal program

Attribute any sales tax to a city located within the County or to the County

Have a business license issued by the County for at least six months prior to the opening of the bid. Reciprocity from other Programs Yes. Certifications may be accepted from any governmental agency that has a reciprocal agreement with the Office of Small Business Certification and Resources, such as the City of Sacramento. Contact Information Website: http://sacCountybidsnet/pdf/ (916) 876-6360

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County of San Joaquin

Program Name Local Vendor Preference Program

Goals and Benefits The purpose of this self-certifying program is to promote business with local vendors and to provide local businesses with increased access to County business. A 5% bid preference on applicable County solicitations, not to exceed $5,000. Main Requirements

Has a fixed office or distribution point located in and having a street address within the County for at least one year. (P.O. Box addresses do not qualify a business as a “local vendor.”

Has a current business license issued by the County or a city in the County

Employs at least 1 full-time or 2 part-time employees whose primary residence is located within San Joaquin County.

Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://www.sjgov.org/SupportServ/dynamic.aspx?id=10217 (209) 468-3240

County of San Luis Obispo

Program Name

Local Vendor Preference Program Goals and Benefits The purpose of this self-certifying program is to promote business with local vendors and to provide local businesses with increased access to County business. A 5% bid preference on applicable County solicitations. Main Requirements

Conducts business in an office with a physical location within the County of San Luis Obispo

Holds a valid business license issued by the County or a city within the County

Business has been conducted for at least 6 months prior to being able to receive the preference. Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://www.slocounty.ca.gov/GSA/Purchasing/Local_Vendor_Preference.htm (805) 781-5000


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County of Santa Barbara

Program Name

Local Vendor Outreach Program Goals and Benefits The purpose of this self-certifying program is to promote business with local vendors and to provide local businesses with increased access to County business. A 6% bid preference on applicable County solicitations. The County’s goal is to place 60% of discretionary expenditures with Local Vendors. Businesses claiming a preference should contact the County Purchasing Office to register as a Local Vendor. Main Requirements

Must occupy an actual business facility whose address is within the County

Hold a valid business license as issued within the County and the address matches that of their facility within the County

Hold a valid resale license (where sales tax will be applied to the purchase) as issued from the State Franchise Tax Board and the address matches that of their facility above

That the business facility as mentioned above is staffed continuously by your employees during normal business hours, has standard business utility services and is fully operational.

Contact Information Website: http://www.countyofsb.org/gs/default.aspx?id=6924 (805) 681-4200

County of Sutter

Program Name

Yuba-Sutter Economic Development (“YSEDC”) Program Goals and Benefits YSEDC is a 501(c)3 non-profit, public benefit corporation and one of only six Economic Development Districts in the State of California, which are designated by the U. S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration. YSEDC works to attract and retain local businesses and to provide them with local incentives and contacts. A 5% bid preference on applicable State solicitations over $100,000. Additional preference points are available by hiring vouchered employees. The maximum preference a bidder may be awarded is 9%; however, the maximum award preference shall not exceed $50,000 for any bid. Various State tax credits and deductions as well as local incentives. Main Requirements There is no application process. The location of the business within an Enterprise Zone determines eligibility. Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://www.ysedc.org/ index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=28 (530) 755-1751

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County of Tulare

Program Name

Target Tax Area Program Goals and Benefits This tax incentive program aims to stimulate business development and employment growth. Interest-free 5-year development fee deferral; State hiring tax credit; 21-day permit fast-tracking; 15-year net operating loss carryover; and accelerated business expense deductions. Main Requirements There is no application process. The location of the business within an Enterprise Zone determines eligibility. Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://www.tularecountybiz.com/ 1-(800) 718-2332

County of Yuba

Program Name

Yuba-Sutter Economic Development (“YSEDC”) Program Goals and Benefits YSEDC is a 501(c)3 non-profit, public benefit corporation and one of only six Economic Development Districts in the State of California, which are designated by the U. S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration. YSEDC works to attract and retain local businesses and to provide them with local incentives and contacts. A 5% bid preference on applicable State solicitations over $100,000. Additional preference points are available by hiring vouchered employees. The maximum preference a bidder may be awarded is 9%; however, the maximum award preference shall not exceed $50,000 for any bid. Various State tax credits and deductions as well as local incentives. Main Requirements There is no application process. The location of the business within an Enterprise Zone determines eligibility Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://www.chooseyuba.com/enterprise_zone.php (530) 741-6463


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City of San Diego


Small Local Business Enterprise (“SLBE”) Certification Goals and Benefits This self-certification program was established to encourage greater availability, capacity development, and contract participation by Small Local Business Enterprises (“SLBEs”) in City contracts. Furthermore, it furthers the City’s interest in stimulating economic development through support of the local community. Major Public Work Projects: Contracts valued at $1,000,000 and above shall, on a contract-by-contract basis, include a mandatory subcontractor participation requirement for SLBEs and Emerging Local Business Enterprises. Contracts Valued over $500,000 and under $1,000,000 shall, on a contract-by-contract basis, include a 5% bid discount for SLBEs/ELBEs. Minor Public Works Projects: Contracts valued over $250,000 up to $500,000, will be awarded through a competitive bid process open only to City of San Diego certified SLBEs/ELBEs. Should no responsible bids received, these projects will be made available to all bidders. Contracts valued at $250,000 and below will also be awarded through a competitive bid process open only to City of San Diego certified ELBEs unless there are less than two firms available, at which point it will be awarded through a competitive process open only to City of San Diego certified ELBEs/SLBEs. Main Requirements

Must not be a broker

Independently owned and operated for-profit business that is not a subsidiary of another business


Performs a commercially useful function

Has a principal place of business and significant employment presence in the City and/or County of San Diego

Has been in operation for 12 consecutive months

Average gross annual receipts in the prior three fiscal years do not exceed: $5.0 million – Construction; $3.0 million -- Specialty Construction; $3.0 million -- Goods/Materials/Services; $2.0 million – Trucking; $1.5 million – Professional Services and Architect/Engineering. Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://www.sandiego.gov/eoc/boc/slbe.shtml (619) 236-5555


Emerging and Local Business Enterprise (“ELBE”) Certification Goals and Benefits This self-certification program was established to ensure that a fair portion of County contracts and sub-contracts are awarded to local small business enterprises. Major Public Work Projects: Contracts valued at $1,000,000 and above shall, on a contract-by-contract basis, include a mandatory subcontractor participation requirement for SLBEs and ELBEs. Contracts valued over $500,000 and under $1,000,000 shall, on a contract-by-contract basis, include a 5% bid discount for SLBEs/ELBEs. Minor Public Works Projects: Contracts valued over $250,000 up to $500,000, will be awarded through a competitive bid process open only to City of San Diego certified SLBEs/ELBEs. Should no responsible bids received, these projects will be made available to all bidders. Contracts valued at $250,000 and

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below will also be awarded through a competitive bid process open only to City of San Diego certified ELBEs unless there are less than two firms available, at which point it will be awarded through a competitive process open only to City of San Diego certified ELBEs/SLBEs. Main Requirements

Must not be a broker

Be independently owned and operated for-profit business that is not a subsidiary of another business


Performs a commercially useful function

Has a principal place of business and significant employment presence in the City and/or County of San Diego

Has been in operation for 12 consecutive months

Average gross annual receipts in the prior three fiscal years do not exceed: $2.75 million – Construction $1.5 million -- Specialty Construction $1.5 million -- Goods/Materials/Services $1.0 million – Trucking $750,000 – Professional Services and Architect/Engineering . If a business has not existed for 3 years, the gross sales limits described above shall be applied based upon the annual averages over the course of the existence of the business. Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information http://www.sandiego.gov/eoc/boc/index.shtml (619) 236-5555

U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)

Program Name

Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (“DBE”) Goals and Benefits The U.S. Department of Transportation’s DBE program is aimed at increasing the participation by Minority Business Enterprises in state and local procurement. All state departments of transportation that receive Federal funding are required to implement a DBE program, which certifies the eligibility of DBE firms to participate in DOT-assisted projects, establishes goals for the participation of disadvantaged business owners, evaluates DOT-assisted contracts and establishes subcontracting goals, as necessary, to achieve the agency’s overall goal. For example, in California, Caltrans and BART use DBE firms for project goals. Main Requirements

A firm must be a small business owned

Controlled by socially and economically disadvantaged individuals (African Americans, Hispanics, Native Americans, Asian-Pacific and Subcontinent Asian Americans, and women are presumed to be socially and economically disadvantaged, while other individuals may also qualify on a case-by-case basis.)

Contact Information Website: http://www.dotcr.ost.dot.gov/asp/dbe.asp (202) 366-4648

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U.S. Small Business Association (SBA)

Program Name

Small Business Association 8(a) Business Development Program Goals and Benefits This program was established by the Small Business Association in order to provide business development services to help small, socially and economically disadvantaged businesses compete in Federal contracting and to take advantage of subcontracting opportunities from large firms as a result of public/private partnerships. The Program consists of 2 phases over a 9-year period: Phase 1: The development phase (4 years), designed to help certified firms overcome economic disadvantage by providing them with business development assistance; and Phase 2: The Transitional phase (5 years), designed to prepare firms for exiting the 8(a) program. Main Requirements A firm must be a small business owned and controlled by a socially and economically disadvantaged individual. Individuals may be admitted through a showing of a “preponderance of the evidence” that they are disadvantaged because of race, ethnicity, gender, physical handicap, or residence in an environment isolated from the mainstream of American society. Women are not included in presumed group. All individuals must have a net worth of less than $250,000, excluding the value of the business and personal residence. Firms must meet applicable size standards for small business concerns; be in business for at least two years; display reasonable success potential; and display good character. Reciprocity with other Programs No. Contact Information Website: http://www.sba.gov/aboutsba/sbaprograms/8abd/index.html Program Name

Small Business Association Historically Underutilized Business (“HUBZone”) Program Goals and Benefits The SBA’s HUBZone Program is aimed at promoting economic development and employment growth in distressed areas by providing Federal contracting opportunities to small businesses. Main Requirements

Be a small business by SBA standards

Be located in a HUBZone

Be owned and controlled 51 percent by person(s) who are U.S. citizens

Have at least 35 percent of its employees residing in a HUBZone. Reciprocity with other Programs No. Contact Information Website: http://www.sba.gov/hubzone/ (704) 344-6640

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Arizona

(No certification programs exist at the State level; however, programs exist at various city levels)

Program Name

Small Business Enterprise Program (City of Tucson) Goals and Benefits The SBE Program is a race and gender neutral program that fosters economic growth and serves to enhance business opportunities for small local firms. The SBE program offers incentives to small businesses interested in doing business with the City of Tucson, which may include bid preferences and subcontracting goals for construction, goods, services and materials. Main Requirements Owner(s) must be:

A U.S. citizens or permanent U.S. residents

Meet the U.S. Small Business Administration size and gross receipts standards

Control the business and have the expertise and technical knowledge to operate, manage and participate in the day-to-day functions of the business.

Personal net worth of each owner must not exceed $750,000 excluding the owner's equity interest in their personal residence and the value of the owner's (s’) interest in the business.

Businesses must be:

Located in the Tucson Metropolitan Area

Organized as a for-profit business

Register as a vendor with the City of Tucson Procurement Department Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://www.tucsonaz.gov/eoo/sbe.html (602) 745-7200

Connecticut

Program Name

Small Business Enterprise (“SBE”) Certification Goals and Benefits The State's Supplier Diversity Program’s primary focus is to improve economic opportunities for the State’s small and minority businesses. The State's Supplier Diversity program targets that at least 25% of the State's business be transacted with small businesses, including those owned by minorities, women and the disabled. Firms certified as SBEs may bid on contracts covered by the Supplier Diversity Program. State agencies must make a good faith effort to select firms that have been certified when awarding contracts. Main Requirements

Been doing business under the same ownership or management in Connecticut for at least one year prior to the date of application

Gross revenues not exceeding $15,000,000 during the most recent fiscal year

51% ownership held by a person(s) who exercise(s) the operational authority over daily affairs of the business and has/have the power to direct policies and management and receive(s) beneficial interest(s) of the business.

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Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://www.das.State.ct.us/Purchase/New_purchHome/Busopp_template.asp?F_ID=25

District of Columbia Program Name

Certified Business Enterprises (CBE) Program Goals and Benefits Certified firms may participate in the District’s Sheltered Market contracting program, where 35% to 50% of the program's preferences and set-asides involve CBEs. Benefits: Sheltered Market contracting program, where 35% to 50 % of the program's preferences and set-asides involve CBEs. CBEs can receive from 2 to 12 preference points on Requests for Proposals, and a 2% to 12 % reduction on a bid response based on the following classifications: (i) LBE (Local Business Enterprise): 2 points; (ii) SBE (Small Business Enterprise): 3 points; (iii) DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise): 2 points; (iv) DEZ (Development Enterprise Zone): 2 points; (v) ROB (Resident Owned Business): 5 points; and (vi) LRB (Longtime Resident Business): 10 points. Main Requirements Before submitting the application, you must attend the mandatory CBE Pre-Certification Orientation. Once you are ready to apply, begin the online application. The application has a maximum of 16 steps, depending upon the type of application being submitted, and should take approximately 30-40 minutes to complete. After submitting the application online, gather the necessary supporting documents and mail or hand deliver the entire packet (including a printed version of your application) within five business days.

Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information http://dslbd.dc.gov/DC/DSLBD/Doing+Business+in+the+District/Certify+Your+Business/Certification+Frequently+Asked+Questions (202) 727-3900

Louisiana


Small Entrepreneurship (“SE”) Certification Program Goals and Benefits This program is administered by the Louisiana Economic Development Coalition. As part of the Hudson Initiative, it is a race- and gender-neutral program that encourages State agencies and contractors who receive State contracts to work with certified small businesses. The program facilitates mutually beneficial partnerships between Louisiana-based small businesses, State agencies and contractors. It provides small businesses with greater potential for access to State procurement and public contract opportunities. It also provides developmental assistance including entrepreneurial training, marketing, computer skills, accounting, business planning, legal, industry specific and many other forms of business assistance. Under the program, small businesses become eligible for the Bonding Assistance Program. Small businesses are also given: Additional guaranty support under the LEDC Loan Guaranty Program; and Consideration for bidding on selective service or product purchases by State agencies.

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OTHER STATES


Main Requirements

Independently owned and operated

Is not dominant in its professional field

Is owned by and has officers who are U.S. citizens or legal residents

All owners must be Louisiana residents; Has its principal business office in Louisiana

Has fewer than 50 full-time employees

Has average annual gross receipts that do not exceed $5 million per year for construction businesses, and $3 million per year for non-construction businesses, for each of the previous three tax years.

Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://www.louisianaeconomicdevelopment.com/opportunities/incentives--programs/hudson-initiative.aspx (225) 342-5443

Program Name (2 of 2 programs) Small and Emerging Business Development (“SEBD”) Program

Goals and Benefits The purpose of this program is to assist small businesses in both rural and urban regions of the State. This program provides developmental assistance, including: entrepreneurial training, marketing, computer skills, accounting, business planning, legal, industry specific and eligibility for the Bonding Assistance Program. Small businesses are also given: Additional guaranty support under the LEDC Loan Guaranty Program.; and Consideration for bidding on selective service or product purchases by State agencies. Main Requirements

Business is organized for profit and performs a commercially useful function with a net worth not to exceed $1,500,000

Is 51% or more owned and controlled by one or more small and emerging business persons

Has its principal place of business in Louisiana

A small and emerging business person is any citizen, or legal resident, of the United States who has lived in Louisiana for at least a year

Whose ability to compete in a free enterprise system has been impaired due to diminished capital and credit opportunities when compared to others in the same or similar lines of business

Owner(s) must spend a minimum of 20 hours per week in the business and the individual net worth of at least 51% of the ownership may not exceed $400,000, excluding personal residence and retirement assets.

Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website:http://www.louisianaeconomicdevelopment.com/opportunities/incentives--programs/sebd.aspx (225) 342-8272

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New Jersey

Program Name

Small Business Set Aside Program Goals and Benefits The Program was established with the State's goal of awarding 25% of State contracting and purchase order dollars to small businesses. This is a self-certification program. Registration allows businesses to be eligible to participate in State set-aside contract offerings. Main Requirements

The business must be independently owned and operated, with management being responsible for both its daily and long term operation as well as owning at least 51% interest in the business

Businesses must be incorporated or registered with the Division of Revenue to do business in the State and have its principal place of business in New Jersey

The business must be a sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company, or corporation with 100 or fewer employees in full-time positions.

Depending on whether the contract is for goods and services contracts or State construction contracts, firms with less than 100 full-time employees will be registered under one of six different categories based on gross revenues Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://www.state.nj.us/njbusiness/contracting/services/small_business_set_aside.shtml 1(866) 534-7789

Oregon

Program Name

Emerging Small Business (“ESB”) Certification Goals and Benefits This race- and gender- neutral certification is for small businesses seeking contracting opportunities on projects specifically designated for ESB participation. The program is designed to promote economic opportunities for small businesses by opening the door to targeted contracting opportunities with city, county, state and special jurisdictions. Main Requirements The program has two tiers. This is a self-certification program. Tier 1: For Oregon-based firms with 19 or less employees whose average annual gross receipts over the last three years are under $1,671,177 for construction firms and under $668,471 for non-construction-related firms. Tier 2: For Oregon-based firms with 29 or less employees whose average annual gross receipts over the last three years are under $3,342,354 for construction-related businesses and under $1,114,118 for non-construction businesses.

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Both Tier 1 and 2 Certifications also require that the business:

Be properly licensed (e.g., construction contractors board, engineers)

Have a business name registered with Oregon Corporations Division

Be independently owned; and (iv) Not be certified for longer than six consecutive years. Reciprocity with other Programs None. Contact Information Website: http://www.oregon4biz.com/Grow-Your-Business/Business-services/Minority-Owned-Business-Certification/emerging-small-biz/ 1(866) 467-3466

Tennessee

Program Name

Small Business Enterprise (“SBE”) Certification Goals and Benefits The SBE certification is part of the Governor’s Office of Diversity Business Enterprise Program enacted in 2004. The Office focuses on making sure minority owned, women owned, and small businesses are afforded fair and equal opportunities to participate in State procurement activities and contract awards. Certification provides greater exposure for opportunities with the State. Certified businesses are listed in the Go-DBE Directory for State agencies and departments to utilize in meeting their agency internal goals. Main Requirements

Business must be independently owned and operated

Must meet annual sales volume or number of employees for each industry Reciprocity with other Programs Yes. Certifications may be accepted from the U.S. Small Business Administration (8a) Program and various other agencies. Contact Information Website: http://www.tennessee.gov/businessopp/cert_overview.html 1(800) 999-1020

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WMBE CERTIFICATION PROGRAMS

Alabama

Minority/Women Business Enterprise Certification, http://www.adeca.state.al.us/C15/OMBE/default.aspx

Arkansas

Minority Business Enterprise Certification, http://arkansasedc.com/business-development/small-and-minority-businesses/mbe-certification-program.aspx

California

California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) Supplier Clearinghouse, www.thesupplierclearinghouse.com

Delaware

Minority/Women Business Enterprise Certification, http://gss.omb.delaware.gov/omwbe/index.shtml

Florida Certified Business Enterprise, http://dms.myflorida.com/other_programs/office_of_supplier_diversity_osd

Georgia

Disadvantaged Business Enterprises/Minority Business Enterprises, http://doas.ga.gov/Suppliers/Pages/SupplierMBE.aspx

Illinois

Business Enterprise Program, http://www.sell2.illinois.gov/bep/Business_Enterprise.htm

Indiana Minority and Women Business Enterprises, http://www.in.gov/idoa/2489.htm

Iowa

Targeted Small Business Certification, https://dia.iowa.gov/tsb/index.php/home

Kansas Minority and Women Business Development, http://www.kansascommerce.com/

OfficeofMinorityandWomenBusinessDevelopment/tabid/144/Default.aspx

Massachusetts State Office of Minority and Women Business Assistance, http://www.somwba.state.ma.us/

Minnesota

Targeted Group/Economically Disadvantaged Small Business Program, http://www.mmd.admin.state.mn.us/mn02001.htm

Mississippi

Minority Business Certification Program, http://www.mississippi.org/index.php?id=120

Missouri Minority/Women Business Enterprise, http://oa.mo.gov/oeo/aboutus.htm

New Jersey

MBE/WBE Certification, http://www.state.nj.us/njbusiness/contracting/minority/

http://www.adeca.state.al.us/C15/OMBE/default.aspx

http://www.adeca.state.al.us/C15/OMBE/default.aspx

http://arkansasedc.com/business-development/small-and-minority-businesses/mbe-certification-program.aspx

http://arkansasedc.com/business-development/small-and-minority-businesses/mbe-certification-program.aspx

http://gss.omb.delaware.gov/omwbe/index.shtml

http://dms.myflorida.com/other_programs/office_of_supplier_diversity_osd

http://doas.ga.gov/Suppliers/Pages/SupplierMBE.aspx

http://doas.ga.gov/Suppliers/Pages/SupplierMBE.aspx

http://www.sell2.illinois.gov/bep/Business_Enterprise.htm

http://www.in.gov/idoa/2489.htm

https://dia.iowa.gov/tsb/index.php/home

http://www.kansascommerce.com/OfficeofMinorityandWomenBusinessDevelopment/tabid/144/Default.aspx

http://www.kansascommerce.com/OfficeofMinorityandWomenBusinessDevelopment/tabid/144/Default.aspx

http://www.mmd.admin.state.mn.us/mn02001.htm


http://www.mississippi.org/index.php?id=120

http://oa.mo.gov/oeo/aboutus.htm

http://www.state.nj.us/njbusiness/contracting/minority/



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Massachusetts State Office of Minority and Women Business Assistance, http://www.somwba.state.ma.us/

Minnesota

Targeted Group/Economically Disadvantaged Small Business Program, http://www.mmd.admin.state.mn.us/mn02001.htm

Mississippi

Minority Business Certification Program, http://www.mississippi.org/index.php?id=120

Missouri Minority/Women Business Enterprise, http://oa.mo.gov/oeo/aboutus.htm

New Jersey

MBE/WBE Certification, http://www.state.nj.us/njbusiness/contracting/minority/

New York Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise, http://www.empire.state.ny.us/MWBE/

Certification.html

Carolina Historically Underutilized Businesses, http://www.doa.state.nc.us/hub/prog-certification.htm

Ohio

Minority Business Enterprise: Encouraging Diversity, Growth & Equity, http://www.das.ohio.gov/Divisions/EqualOpportunity/MBEEDGECertification/tabid/134/Default.aspx

Oklahoma

Women Owned Business Certification, http://www.ok.gov/redirect.php?link_id=435; Minority Business Enterprise Certification,, http://www.ok.gov/redirect.php?link_id=432

Oregon

Minority/Women Business Enterprise Certification, http://www.oregon4biz.com/Grow-Your-Business/Business-services/Minority-Owned-Business-Certification/minority-women-business/

Pennsylvania

Minority/Women Business Enterprise Certification, http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/mbe_wbe___certification/1359

Rhode Island

Minority Business Enterprise Program, http://www.mbe.ri.gov/index.php

South Carolina Minority Business Certification, http://www.oepp.sc.gov/osmba/apps.html

Tennessee

Minority/Women Business Enterprise Certification, http://www.tennessee.gov/businessopp/cert_overview.html



http://www.mississippi.org/index.php?id=120

http://oa.mo.gov/oeo/aboutus.htm

http://www.state.nj.us/njbusiness/contracting/minority/

http://www.empire.state.ny.us/MWBE/Certification.html

http://www.empire.state.ny.us/MWBE/Certification.html

http://www.doa.state.nc.us/hub/prog-certification.htm

http://www.das.ohio.gov/Divisions/EqualOpportunity/MBEEDGECertification/tabid/134/Default.aspx

http://www.das.ohio.gov/Divisions/EqualOpportunity/MBEEDGECertification/tabid/134/Default.aspx

http://www.ok.gov/redirect.php?link_id=435

http://www.ok.gov/redirect.php?link_id=432

http://www.oregon4biz.com/Grow-Your-Business/Business-services/Minority-Owned-Business-Certification/minority-women-business/

http://www.oregon4biz.com/Grow-Your-Business/Business-services/Minority-Owned-Business-Certification/minority-women-business/

http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/mbe_wbe___certification/1359

http://www.portal.state.pa.us/portal/server.pt/community/mbe_wbe___certification/1359

http://www.mbe.ri.gov/index.php

http://www.oepp.sc.gov/osmba/apps.html

http://www.tennessee.gov/businessopp/cert_overview.html

http://www.tennessee.gov/businessopp/cert_overview.html


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Texas Historically Underutilized Business Certification, http://www.window.state.tx.us/procurement/prog/hub/

Virginia

Small, Woman, and Minority Owned Certification, http://www.dmbe.state.va.us/swamcert.html

Washington Minority/Women's Business Enterprise, http://www.omwbe.wa.gov/certification/index.shtml

Wisconsin

Minority/Woman-Owned Business Enterprise Certification, http://www.commerce.state.wi.us/BD/BD-MinorityandWomen.html

Other WMBE Programs—Nationwide

National Minority Supplier Development Council http://www.nmsdc.org/nmsdc/

Women’s Business National Enterprise Council http://wbenc.org/

http://www.window.state.tx.us/procurement/prog/hub/

http://www.dmbe.state.va.us/swamcert.html

http://www.omwbe.wa.gov/certification/index.shtml

http://www.commerce.state.wi.us/BD/BD-MinorityandWomen.html

http://www.commerce.state.wi.us/BD/BD-MinorityandWomen.html

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