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

The contract aims to support the outreach and coordination of minority- and women-owned business enterprises to ensure their meaningful participation as subcontractors in alignment with federal socioeconomic objectives outlined in 2 CFR 200.321. The effort is designed to increase the involvement of MBE/WBE firms in contracting opportunities by implementing targeted strategies for identification, engagement, and inclusion across project activities. The work requires proactive coordination with prime contractors and other stakeholders to foster equitable access and compliance with broader diversity and inclusion mandates. This subcontracting initiative is managed by the Mississippi Department of Finance and Administration under the agency name MPTAP, with a posted date of July 28, 2026, and a response deadline of August 17, 2026. The NAICS code 541611 indicates the scope involves management consulting services, suggesting that the coordination efforts may include strategic planning, reporting, and compliance monitoring to support subcontracting goals. Performance is expected to take place within Mississippi, though specific location details are not provided. The contract does not specify a set-aside status or point of contact, but interested parties are directed to the state’s official bid search portal for further submission details.