Small Business (SB/MB) and DVBE Subcontracting Participation

Certified small, minority, or disabled veteran-owned businesses are invited to participate as subcontractors in tree maintenance or related support services under a subcontracting opportunity managed by the California Employment Development Department. The solicitation is open to businesses that can demonstrate they will perform a commercially useful function in support of the primary contractor, ensuring meaningful involvement in the project. The North American Industry Classification System code for this opportunity is 561730, which corresponds to landscape service activities, emphasizing tree care, pruning, removal, and associated tasks. Interested entities must respond by the deadline of August 24, 2026, with the opportunity posted on August 3, 2026, and no set-aside type is specified, meaning participation is based on eligibility and capability rather than a formal preference category. The contract is administered through California’s eProcurement system, with all details accessible via the provided online portal, and performance is expected to occur within the state, though specific locations are not listed.