MA
Supplier Diversity Office (SDO)
About This Program
Massachusetts SDO certifies diverse businesses for state contracting with the Supplier Diversity Program (SDP).
Certifications Offered
- Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
- Women Business Enterprise (WBE)
- Veteran-Owned Business (VBE)
- Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprise (SDVOBE)
- Disability-Owned Business Enterprise (DOBE)
- LGBT Business Enterprise (LGBTBE)
- Portuguese Business Enterprise (PBE)
Eligibility Requirements
- At least 51% owned by qualifying individuals
- U.S. citizen or legal permanent resident
- Massachusetts-based or conducting substantial business in MA
- Independent operation
How to Apply
1. Register in COMMBUYS 2. Complete SDO certification application 3. Submit documentation 4. Interview and site visit 5. Certification decision
National Certifications Recognized
May expedite for NMSDC, WBENC, NGLCC certified businesses
If you hold these certifications, Massachusetts may accept them in lieu of or to expedite state certification.