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Reporting on supplier diversity.

Working coverage of certifications, corporate procurement, federal contracting, financing, and the operators making each work for diverse-owned businesses. Every piece checked against primary sources.

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Guide · 7 min

[DBE certification](/guides/dbe/) in South Dakota: Requirements, Process, and Benefits

DBE certification in South Dakota is administered by the South Dakota Department of Transportation's Unified Certification Program. It opens access to federally …

· Mario Bailey

Guide

Guide · 8 min

SAM.gov registration for diverse businesses: step-by-step guide

SAM.gov registration is required before you can receive a federal contract or grant above $10,000. The process takes 7-10 business days and …

· Mario Bailey

Guide

Guide · 11 min

[HUBZone certification](/guides/hubzone/): requirements, cost, timeline, and what it really takes

HUBZone gives you a 10% price preference and sole-source access up to $4.5M on federal contracts, but the address and employee rules …

· Mario Bailey

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