City Schools seeks to increase the use of minority-owned business enterprises (MBEs) and women-owned business enterprises (WBEs) to provide goods and services. For information and resources, check out the FAQs below or contact the Legal Office.
What is an MBE/WBE?
What is the MBE/WBE program?
How can I become certified as an MBE or WBE?
Below is a summary of the process, but those interested in becoming certified should contact the state or city for more information.
State MBE program:
Applicant submits an application and supporting documentation
Investigator reviews the submitted materials, conducts a site visit, and prepares a report
MBE Advisory Committee reviews the report to evaluate whether the applicant meets program requirements
Committee chair issues a written determination
City M/WBE program:
Applicant submits an application and supporting documentation
Submitted materials are evaluated and a determination is made
How does City Schools set MBE and WBE goals for each project?
The overall MBE/WBE goal and subgoals (if applicable) are set by considering factors including
The extent to which the work to be performed can reasonably be segmented to allow for MBEs/WBEs to participate
Determination of the number of certified MBEs/WBEs that potentially could perform the work
Geographic location of the identified certified MBEs/WBEs
Information obtained from other school systems or city agencies related to establishing a MBE/WBE goal or subgoals for similar projects
Any other activities or information that may be identified as useful and productive