MBE/WBE Subcontracting and Outreach Support

The contract supports the prime contractor in meeting diversity goals by facilitating outreach to minority- and women-owned businesses and documenting good faith efforts under the Chicago Diversity and Procurement Program. This includes actively identifying, engaging, and coordinating with qualified MBEs and WBEs to ensure meaningful participation in the project while maintaining thorough records of all solicitation attempts, communications, and evaluations to demonstrate compliance with state and local mandates. The work is centered on building inclusive supply chains and fulfilling contractual obligations tied to equitable economic development. The contract is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541611 and was posted on May 2, 2026, with a response deadline of May 15, 2026. It is managed by the Public Works Department of Illinois, and performance is expected to occur within the jurisdiction of the issuing agency, though specific geographic details are not provided. The engagement requires adherence to compliance standards and the submission of documented evidence to verify outreach activities and subcontractor selection processes in alignment with CDAP requirements.