Supplier Diversity Small Business (SDSB) Program

Program Benefits

• SDSB Prime Proposers receive 100% SDB criteria point percentage in the solicitation process
• Qualification for 10% price preference on ITBs
• SDSB set-asides
• Invitation to Pre-bid conferences
• Invitation to events such as Business competitions, matchmaking sessions, and power networking
• Certified Supplier Directory provides the ability for commodities to be searched by buyers, end-users, prime contractors, and project managers
• Specialized 'Meet and Greet' with Procurement and College departments by commodity

Eligibility Requirements:

1. Business must be geographically located in Broward, Palm Beach or Miami-Dade County to be considered eligible to participate in the Supplier Diversity Small Business Program.
2. Business must be certified by one of the following agencies and organizations:
   • Broward County Government (Florida)
   • Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council (FSMSDC)
   • Miami-Dade County Government (Florida)
   • Palm Beach County Government (Florida)
   • School Board of Broward County (Florida)
   • State of Florida
   • Women Business Enterprise National Council - Florida (WBENC)
3. Submit a current certification from one of the above agencies/organizations.
   The certifications MUST be valid for at least 90 days before expiration.
4. Business Type Revenue Thresholds:

Note: If the required documents are not received within 60 days, your Supplier Diversity Small Business application will be removed from the system and you will have to reapply.

Become a Supplier Diversity Small Business Participant

Broward College recognizes its responsibility within the diverse business community in which it operates and therefore, has established the Supplier Diversity Small Business Program. In order to participate in the SDSB Program, applicants are required to register in the Supplier Registration Portal and complete the application inside of the registration. You may contact the Office of Supplier Diversity at 954-201-7824 with any questions you may have.

SDSB Registration Process:

Important: Applicants are required to use the Instructional Guide to complete registration.

1. Print/view the Supplier Registration Instructional Guide (PDF)
2. Complete SDSB Application inside the Supplier Registration Portal
3. Attach all supporting documentation such as current certification certificate (Note: certification must be valid for at least 90 days before expiration)

SDSB Renewal Process:

1. Complete Supplier Diversity Small Business Application
2. Attach certification certificate (Note: certification must be valid for at least 90 days before expiration)
3. Submit SDSB Renewal Application and certification certificate to sdc@broward.edu

Business Assessment:
Allow Broward College Office of Supplier Diversity to better assist YOU in preparing for business opportunities at Broward College and the wider community by completing the Business Assessment Survey.