MBE/WBE Outreach & Compliance Support

The City of Austin is seeking support to develop and implement subcontracting plans aimed at achieving MBE and WBE participation goals across its contracted projects. This effort requires proactive outreach to minority- and women-owned businesses, including identification, engagement, and assistance in navigating procurement opportunities. Successful bidders must design strategies that ensure meaningful inclusion of these entities and establish systems for ongoing compliance monitoring and reporting to verify participation levels and adherence to regulatory standards. The work involves maintaining accurate documentation, submitting required reports, and demonstrating measurable progress in increasing MBE and WBE involvement throughout the lifecycle of subcontracted activities. The contract is classified under NAICS code 541611 and is open for response until August 28, 2026. It is not subject to a specific set-aside designation but is tied to the City's broader equity and inclusion objectives. Performance will be expected to align with local policies promoting economic opportunity and diversity in contracting. All activities must be conducted in alignment with the City’s commitment to transparency and accountability in supplier diversity initiatives, with no geographic restrictions specified beyond the general scope of City of Austin operations. The solicitation does not include direct contact information, and interested parties should use the provided online portal for further details and submissions.