Small Business & Diverse Supplier Participation Coordination

The contract focuses on coordinating subcontracting initiatives to achieve small business and diverse supplier participation objectives aligned with the Florida PRIDE program, requiring active outreach, accurate reporting, and strict compliance with state-mandated diversity goals. The effort involves engaging with minority-owned, women-owned, and other diverse vendors to ensure meaningful inclusion in subcontracting opportunities under the University of Florida’s initiatives. The solicitation, posted on June 12, 2026, with a response deadline of July 17, 2026, is categorized as a subcontract under NAICS code 541611, indicating services related to management consulting. While no set-aside type is specified, the primary emphasis is on adhering to Florida’s PRIDE program requirements, which prioritize equitable supplier participation. The University of Florida, acting through its Florida office, is the contracting entity, and performance is expected to occur within the state. All submissions must be made via the provided online portal.