WMBE Outreach and Compliance Support

The contract titled WMBE Outreach and Compliance Support is a subcontract issued by the Port of Seattle through the Aviation Project Management Group, aimed at ensuring compliance with Women- and Minority-Owned Business Enterprise requirements. It requires the contractor to conduct documented outreach efforts and engage in good faith negotiations with WMBEs to meet a 5% participation goal on the project. If this target is not achieved, the contractor must complete and submit an Affirmative Efforts Form detailing all steps taken to secure WMBE involvement, including records of outreach activities, communication with potential vendors, and any obstacles encountered. This work is critical to meeting regulatory and equity objectives tied to public infrastructure projects under the Port’s oversight. The solicitation was posted on July 23, 2026, and falls under the NAICS code 541611, indicating it involves administrative management and general management consulting services with a focus on compliance and procurement support. There is no specified set-aside type or location details provided, suggesting the work may be conducted remotely or across multiple sites tied to aviation projects managed by the Port. The subcontractor is expected to deliver thorough documentation to demonstrate adherence to WMBE participation guidelines, with the ultimate goal of promoting equitable business opportunities while maintaining contractual compliance under federal and local standards.