DBE/MBE/WBE Participation Opportunity

This contract offers a socioeconomic participation opportunity for certified small, minority-, or women-owned businesses to supply structural steel materials for projects in West Virginia, specifically centered in Charleston. The opportunity is structured as a subcontract under NAICS code 332312, which classifies it within the structural metal manufacturing sector, allowing eligible businesses to engage in the supply chain for state-backed infrastructure or construction efforts. The solicitation is open for responses until May 6, 2026, with submissions due by 5:30 PM Eastern Time, and was posted on April 24, 2026, giving potential participants approximately three weeks to prepare and submit proposals. The contract does not specify a formal set-aside designation but is designed to promote inclusion by prioritizing participation from certified DBE, MBE, and WBE firms. While the agency name and organizational details list West Virginia as the overseeing body, no specific office address or point of contact is provided. Interested parties must access the opportunity through the official online portal at the provided UI link to obtain full details, submit bids, and ensure compliance with certification requirements. This effort aims to strengthen local economic development by directing procurement opportunities toward underrepresented business owners within the state’s structural steel supply network.