Local Small Business Enterprise (LSBE) Participation and Reporting

DeKalb County is inviting small businesses headquartered within the county to engage as subcontractors on projects under a program designed to promote local economic participation. Prime contractors seeking to bid on eligible contracts will receive incentive points for including qualified DeKalb County-based small businesses as subcontractors, encouraging the utilization of local talent and resources. The initiative is tied to the NAICS code 238990, which covers other specialty trade contractors, indicating a focus on specialized construction or trade services. Participation is voluntary for subcontractors but strategically advantageous for prime contractors aiming to enhance their proposal scores through local engagement. The opportunity is open for submissions until May 28, 2026, and all interested entities must ensure compliance with reporting requirements to validate LSBE involvement. The program is administered by the Georgia Department of Purchasing & Contracting and is accessible through the county’s procurement portal, with no formal set-aside but a clear incentive structure to drive local subcontracting.