Supplier Diversity
Our success is based on our ability to understand the diversity in the world around us - our customers, our employees and our suppliers. We are committed to providing diverse suppliers access an opportunity to participate in our procurement process by:
- Actively fostering a diverse supplier base
- Providing bid opportunities to diverse suppliers
- Procuring high-quality, competitively priced goods and services from diverse suppliers
What We Look For In Our Suppliers
We have developed procurement specifications and standards through the Procurement & Sourcing Services (P&SS) team. Diverse companies that meet these standards partner with us to deliver quality products and services. Some of the standards/qualities that must be met are:
- Quality processes and product
- Cost Competitiveness
- Understanding of our business
- Proven track record and references
- Good financial standing
- Ability to conduct business electronically (i.e., via e-mail and the Internet)
- Technological capabilities
- Diverse Supplier Certification
Eligibility & Certification
Diverse suppliers are certified small businesses and those that are 51 percent or more owned and operated by women, minorities, and service-disabled veterans. Proof of certification is required to participate in our Supplier Diversity Program. We accept certification from the following organizations and their regional affiliates:
- The North American Industry Classification System
- The Standard Industry Classification
- National Minority Supplier Development Council
- Women's Business Enterprise National Council
- U.S. Small Business Administration
- Office of Small Business and DVBE Certification
To provide information on your organization, please contact Procurement & Sourcing Services and you will be provided with a link to submit information on your company.
