Office of Supplier Diversity

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Office of Supplier Diversity

Overview

The Office of Supplier Diversity was created to promote fair and equal business opportunities through the intentional implementation of diversity programs to ensure equity in contracts and procurement for all members of our community who want to do business with the City of St. Petersburg. The Office of Supplier Diversity was created in response to the Disparity Study, which was conducted in 2021. 

Disparity Study Documents

Signature Events

OSD Certification Lab

The Office of Supplier Diversity brings Small Business Enterprise (SBE) and Minority/Women’s Business Enterprise (MWBE) certifications to the community. Join the Certification Specialist to receive valuable information about the certification programs and receive assistance in completing your SBE or MWBE certification application.

Register Here

Lab Dates:
May 14, 2024 - OSD Certification Lab (virtual) 11:00 a.m. - 1200 p.m.
May 21, 2024 - Enoch Davis Center (1111 18th Ave. S.) 9 -10:30 a.m.

Supplier Diversity Day

In October 2023, the Office of Supplier Diversity hosted its first annual Supplier Diversity Day – a dynamic event dedicated to advancing diversity and inclusion in partnership with the city. Through engaging sessions, networking opportunities, and impactful discussions, the day highlighted the city's commitment to fostering a diverse supplier ecosystem. Stay tuned to this site for updates on upcoming events.

Watch the Recap Video

Supplier Diversity Day will be returning on Wednesday, October 16th, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. at The Coliseum (535 4th Ave. N.). Check back here for updates and the registration window.
     

 

Operations

Currently, the Office of Supplier Diversity is responsible for overseeing the following City ordinances:

  • Apprenticeship
  • Disadvantaged Workers
  • Minority Owned Business Enterprises (MBE)
  • Women Owned Business Enterprises (WBE)
  • Small Business Enterprises (SBE)
  • Living Wage
  • Responsible Wage

Code of Ordinances

Contract Compliance: The Office of Supplier Diversity monitors City projects to ensure the intent of the programs and ordinances under the office are carried out in all procurement activities and opportunities.

Certification: The Office of Supplier Diversity is the certifying office for the City’s SBE and M/WBE programs.

Outreach and Events: The Office of Supplier Diversity looks forward to connecting with businesses and helping them make connections with business opportunities.

Programs

  • Minority & Women Business Enterprise (MWBE) Program
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  • Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Program
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Partners & Resources