DVBE and Small Business Participation for Bid Preference

This contract involves serving as a certified Disabled Veteran Business Enterprise (DVBE) or small business subcontractor to assist the prime contractor in meeting the mandated 25% participation threshold required for bid preference under California state contracting regulations. The opportunity is associated with the California Employment Development Department and is classified under NAICS code 561740, which pertains to services supporting business operations. The contract is structured as a subcontract and focuses on enabling compliance with California's diversity participation goals to enhance the competitiveness of the prime contractor’s bid. The solicitation was announced on May 19, 2026, with a submission deadline of June 3, 2026, indicating a narrow window for responding to this opportunity. While specific agency office locations or detailed points of contact are not provided, the contract is managed through the California procurement platform, which serves as the official portal for information and submission. This contract represents an important avenue for certified DVBE and small businesses to engage in state contracting by directly contributing to the fulfilment of diversity participation requirements.