GDBE Subcontracting Participation (Set-Aside Opportunity)

This contract opportunity is designated as a Geographically Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (GDBE) subcontracting set-aside, specifically reserved for businesses certified under Qualified Opportunity Zone (QOZ), HUBZone-like criteria, or those with employees residing in Michigan. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 541810, which pertains to advertising services, and is issued by the Michigan Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA). Interested parties must submit responses by the deadline of August 10, 2026, to be considered for participation. The contract does not specify a geographic location for performance, and no point of contact or detailed office address is provided, but the opportunity is accessible through the Michigan government procurement portal. The set-aside aims to promote economic inclusion by prioritizing businesses from underrepresented or disadvantaged areas within the state, aligning with broader efforts to expand local economic development and workforce participation.