DBE/WBE Subcontracting Support & Reporting

The contract requires comprehensive administrative and compliance support to achieve the 5% Disadvantaged Business Enterprise subcontracting goal, focusing on thorough documentation of outreach efforts and demonstration of good faith initiatives to identify, engage, and contract with certified DBE and WBE firms. All activities must align with federal and state regulations to ensure audit readiness and proper reporting to the Sewerage & Water Board of New Orleans, with an emphasis on maintaining accurate records of vendor solicitation, evaluation, and selection processes. The work is scoped under NAICS code 541611 and is designated as a subcontract, with responses due by May 29, 2026. The effort supports the agency’s commitment to equitable contracting practices within Louisiana, requiring consistent tracking, reporting, and transparent communication to validate compliance with diversity goals. While specific performance locations and point of contact details are not provided, the work is tied to the agency’s operations and must adhere to Louisiana state procurement guidelines and federal DBE program standards.