Small Business Participation Coordination (DBE/MBE/WBE)

The contract titled Small Business Participation Coordination DBE MBE WBE seeks a vendor to coordinate, facilitate, and report on the active involvement of Disadvantaged, Minority-, and Women-Owned Business Enterprises in city-sponsored subcontracting efforts under the jurisdiction of the Division of Urban Beautification within the Department of City of Toledo. The primary objective is to ensure full compliance with local regulations mandating inclusive participation from certified small businesses, requiring diligent tracking of outreach, engagement, and performance metrics to demonstrate adherence to equity and procurement goals. This work demands close collaboration with contractors, subcontractors, and business owners to identify opportunities, provide guidance on certification and bidding processes, and produce accurate and timely reporting for city oversight. The solicitation was posted on July 17 2026 with a response deadline of August 25 2026 at 5:30 PM Eastern Time, and is classified as a subcontract under NAICS code 541611 which corresponds to Management Consulting Services. Although no set aside type or specific funding source is detailed, the work is tied to public infrastructure and beautification initiatives within Toledo, Ohio and requires full compliance with municipal standards for minority and women business inclusion. All activities must align with the city’s broader equity objectives, and the successful vendor will be expected to maintain transparent records and deliver actionable insights that support measurable progress in increasing participation rates among underrepresented business communities.