Certification Requirements

The City promotes inclusive bidding through the M/WBE program, using its economic power of purchasing to extend contract opportunities to all interested companies. Encouraging minority- and woman-owned companies to bid on City contracts increases competition, stimulatWoman working at deskes the local economy, and helps ensure diligent use of public funds.

The City works to make the M/WBE application process a rewarding one for qualifying firms. Eligible companies must:

  • demonstrate at least 51 percent ownership and control on a day-to-day basis by a woman or minority, including African-American, Hispanic or Native American
  • complete a detailed application
  • provide ample documentation to support the claim of a minority- or woman-owned business
  • be available for a personal interview or site visit, if requested

As a certified firm with the City, you will have opportunities in the following areas:

  • Procurement/Purchasing (373-2192)
  • General and Roadway Construction (373-2608) 
  • Professional Service Contracts

When you become certified with the M/WBE program, you put your company on a level playing field with other companies who want to bid on contracts with the City.

Certification Procedures

If you're interested in becoming certified with the M/WBE program, complete an application and mail it to us. You may also request information about the program by completing a response card. For more information, call the M/WBE office at (336) 373-2674.