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Procurement

MMSD Policy Changes to Supplier Development Program

On December 15, 2025, MMSD implemented policy changes to its supplier development program that may impact certified firms to ensure continued compliance with recent federal court decisions affecting public contracting. MMSD will now operate a Small Business Enterprise (SBE) program, replacing the former Small, Women-, Minority-, and Veteran-Owned Business Enterprise (S/W/MBE) program.

As part of this transition, firms currently certified as MBE or WBE are encouraged to apply for SBE certification with MMSD.

Firms currently certified as SBE or VBE do not need to recertify.

All forthcoming Bids and Requests for Proposals will include a 20% SBE participation goal until further notice. Existing contracts are not expected to be impacted by this change.

Virtual Meeting January 8, 2026: MMSD Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Program

Please join us for a virtual meeting on Thursday, January 8, 2026, from 1:00 to 2:00 PM to learn more about the SBE program updates, ask questions, and share feedback.  RSVP required, please register. 

The Procurement and Supplier Development Office supports MMSD’s mission to protect public health and the environment by managing open, fair, and transparent procurement processes founded upon best practices in public purchasing. 

The office also plays a key role in advancing MMSD's social and economic goals through procurement.  This includes implementing policies that promote the inclusion of small businesses and encouraging the participation of local workers and vendors. The office also manages the Workforce & Business Development Resource Program, which includes business development training, pre-apprenticeship training, and external internships.

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Learn more about How to Do Business with MMSD for more information on MMSD’s procurement processes.

Each year, MMSD holds its annual Contractors and Consultants meetings to provide vendors with an overview of upcoming projects and highlight new initiatives

MMSD's 2025 Annual Contractors Meeting

The meeting is intended to provide contractors with further information about the construction projects planned for the year, as well as provide general updates on our capital improvement program, procurement and supplier development program, and related business processes. 

MMSD's 2025 Annual Consultants Meeting  

The meeting is intended to provide consultants with further information about the design, engineering, and professional services projects planned for the year, as well as provide general updates on our capital improvement program, procurement, and supplier development program, and related business processes. 

Procurement Contact Information:

For procurement questions, contact us at procurement@mmsd.com.  For inquiries regarding supplier development and SBE certification, please email swmbe@mmsd.com