Small and Socioeconomic Business Participation Coordination

The contract titled Small and Socioeconomic Business Participation Coordination is issued by the Public Works Department of BSFMD in California and requires the successful bidder to facilitate and document the involvement of small and socioeconomic businesses, including Minority-Owned, Women-Owned, Veteran-Owned, and Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Businesses, in alignment with federal and local procurement mandates. The work centers on ensuring compliance through active outreach, tracking participation metrics, and maintaining detailed records that demonstrate meaningful inclusion of certified diverse businesses throughout the project lifecycle. This subcontract is classified under NAICS code 541618, which pertains to other management consulting services, indicating the nature of the support will be advisory and administrative rather than direct construction or service delivery. The solicitation was posted on May 11, 2026, with a firm response deadline of May 21, 2026, at 10:00 PM, creating a narrow window for interested parties to submit proposals. While the place of performance and point of contact information are not specified, the scope is tied to statewide obligations under California’s jurisdiction, and performance is expected to align with the broader goals of economic equity and inclusion promoted by public infrastructure agencies. Participation in this contract is not merely optional but a compliance-driven obligation, requiring the contractor to implement structured processes for vendor identification, engagement, contract award support, and ongoing monitoring to meet regulatory thresholds and reporting requirements set forth by federal and state authorities.