Diversity and Small Business Participation (MBE/WBE/DBE)

This contract opportunity is designed to promote diversity by enabling certified Minority-, Women-, or Disadvantaged-Owned Businesses to serve as subcontractors on projects managed by Bloomington Facilities Management in Illinois. The initiative aligns with local goals to increase participation from underrepresented business groups within the public sector supply chain. The opportunity falls under the NAICS code 238220, which corresponds to plumbing, heating, and air-conditioning contractors, indicating the scope of work involves skilled trade services critical to facility operations. Interested parties must respond by July 8, 2024, to be considered for inclusion, with the intent to foster equitable economic growth through targeted subcontracting. The solicitation does not specify a set-aside classification or formal competition structure, but it is explicitly framed as a subcontracting opportunity rather than a direct contract award. There is no designated point of contact provided, and the place of performance details are unspecified, implying that work may be distributed across locations under the agency’s jurisdiction. Participation requires businesses to hold valid certifications as MBE, WBE, or DBE, and the opportunity is accessible via the online portal listed. This effort emphasizes inclusion and supplier diversity without imposing geographic restrictions beyond the agency’s operational footprint.