LOS ANGELES – The County of Los Angeles is introducing a new certification status to enhance its Community Business Enterprise (CBE) program. The LGBTQQ+ certification creates a new pathway for businesses owned by Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, and Questioning individuals to engage in county procurement opportunities. It is essential that county dollars are reinvested in our diverse business community that were most impacted by the pandemic. Through this and similar initiatives we ensure that county procurement becomes a tool to grow and support businesses throughout our recovery and beyond.
The LGBTQQ+ certification is the latest addition to the CBE, which helps ensure that businesses owned and controlled by economically and socially disadvantaged individuals are engaged in opportunities to compete for county contracts. The county’s CBE participation goal for county contracts establishes more inclusive practices into contracting and purchasing, setting a 25-percent participation goal for CBE-certified vendors.
To be eligible for LGBTQQ+ certification, a business must be 51 percent owned and controlled by at least one or more LGBTQQ individuals. They must also have an active certification with the National LGBTQ Chamber of Commerce or through the Supplier Clearinghouse as authorized through the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).
Details: Contact the Office of Small Business at 323-881-3964; bit.ly/LGBTQQCert.
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