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Step 1: Get Certified & Strategically Position Your Business

Why: Certification opens doors to contracts, set-asides, and networking opportunities reserved for minority- and women-owned businesses.

• Certifications to get:

  • WBE (Women Business Enterprise)

  • MBE (Minority Business Enterprise)

  • 8(a) Certification (for federal contracts, via SBA)

  • DBE (Disadvantaged Business Enterprise) for transportation-related contracts

  • Local city/state certifications

• Action: Align your offerings with what government agencies and large corporations frequently contract out (e.g., construction, IT services, janitorial, consulting, staffing).

Step 2: Learn Government and Corporate Procurement

Why: Procurement (how entities buy from businesses) is where the money is — especially with supplier diversity initiatives.

• Action Steps:

  • Register on SAM.gov and local procurement portals (city, state, school districts).

  • Attend procurement training workshops (often free via SBA, PTAC, or local chambers).

  • Join supplier diversity events and pitch competitions.

Step 3: Build Capacity & Strategic Partnerships

Why: Scaling up often requires partnerships, subcontracting, or joint ventures to meet large contract demands.

• Action Steps:

  • Partner with larger contractors through subcontracting or mentor-protégé programs.

  • Secure bonding and lines of credit to demonstrate financial strength.

  • Invest in internal systems (project management, compliance, HR, accounting).

Step 4: Target & Win High-Value Contracts

Why: A few well-placed contracts can push your revenue over the million-dollar mark.

• Action Steps:

  • Respond to RFPs (Requests for Proposals) and RFQs (Requests for Quotes).

  • Develop a proposal template library to save time.

  • Highlight certifications and past performance when bidding.

  • Use BidMatch services (offered by PTAC or SBA) to find targeted opportunities.

Step 5: Scale Operations & Leverage Your Brand

Why: Sustainable growth requires systems, reputation, and scalability.

• Action Steps:

  • Hire a business development specialist or proposal writer.

  • Develop a strong brand narrative emphasizing your mission and impact.

  • Use past performance and testimonials to win larger contracts.

  • Consider expanding into adjacent services or markets.