Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) Subcontracting

The contract under the Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) requires the winning entity to operate as a certified diverse business enterprise, such as a Minority-Owned, Women-Owned, or Veteran-Owned Business, to meet a minimum subcontracting obligation of 1% of total contract sales to partners certified by the Supplier Diversity Office. This subcontracting requirement is tied to the prime contract awarded by the Massachusetts Division of Insurance and must be fulfilled in alignment with the program’s goals to promote inclusion and economic opportunity for underrepresented business owners. Performance of the work is centered in Boston, with the zip code 02110 designated as the place of performance. The solicitation falls under NAICS code 541618, which corresponds to Management Consulting Services, indicating the nature of the services being procured. All interested parties must respond by the deadline of June 18, 2026, at 10:00 PM EST, and eligibility is contingent upon holding valid certification as a diverse business enterprise recognized by the state’s Supplier Diversity Office. The prime contractor must demonstrate compliance by tracking and documenting all payments made to certified diverse suppliers, ensuring full adherence to the 1% spending target as a condition of contract fulfillment. Failure to meet this commitment may result in penalties or contract termination.