Diverse Business Enterprises Policy

Policy Summary

It is the policy of the university, consistent with federal, state, and local laws, to take affirmative action to optimize opportunities for business contracting with Diverse Business Enterprises.

Who is Governed by this Policy 

• Staff
• Faculty

Policy

The university takes affirmative action to optimize opportunities for contracting with Diverse Business Enterprises (DBE). The focus of this effort is in the areas of procurement, construction, design, and other professional services and to support the opportunity for a fair proportion of business contracts with such enterprises.  

Business owners who certify they meet the defined criteria of DBEs are considered socially and economically disadvantaged.    

When required, the university will establish goals for business contracts with DBEs and review progress against these goals on an annual basis.
All university solicitations are sought and considered without restrictions based on age, color, disability, national origin, race, religion, veteran status, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, matriculation, personal appearance, political affiliation, or family responsibilities.

A list of Diverse Business Enterprises can be found on the Procure-to-Pay website.

Waivers 

Requests for a waiver from this policy must be submitted to the Associate Vice President (AVP), Supply Chain - Procure-to-Pay.  

Contacts