Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE) Participation Outreach

The prime contractor is required to actively seek out and prioritize certified Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises for subcontracting opportunities in supply, upfitting, and logistics functions, ensuring meaningful inclusion of these businesses throughout the project lifecycle. This obligation is central to the contract’s intent, with preferential consideration mandated in all phases of vendor selection and engagement to promote economic equity and expand opportunities for underrepresented business owners. The solicitation is tied to a subcontract under NAICS code 424120 and is managed by the Massachusetts agency designated as 143 - Procurement, with performance centered in Boston, ZIP code 02201. Interested parties must submit responses by August 5, 2026, at 5:00 PM, following the posting date of July 20, 2026. While no formal set-aside classification applies, the requirement for proactive outreach and preference toward MBEs and WBEs remains a binding condition for award and compliance, emphasizing a strong commitment to diversity in subcontractor selection.