Supplier Diversity & Small Business Outreach Support

The contract supports compliance with the Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Program by focusing on the identification, engagement, and documentation of procurement activities with Minority-Owned Businesses, Women-Owned Businesses, and small businesses. The work involves proactive outreach and relationship-building to expand participation from these underserved vendor groups, ensuring that state procurement goals are met through transparent and accurate recordkeeping. This subcontract requires consistent monitoring of supplier diversity metrics and reporting to demonstrate adherence to state-mandated targets. The contract is administered by the Purchasing Department at 1 Ashburton in Boston, with the place of performance located at 02108. It is classified under NAICS code 541611, indicating services related to management consulting. While the solicitation number is not provided, the response deadline is set for August 11, 2026, and the opportunity was posted on July 21, 2026. The contract is structured as a subcontract under the Massachusetts agency and does not carry a specific set-aside designation. All efforts must align with state compliance requirements and focus on increasing economic inclusion through equitable procurement practices.