Procurement Opportunities for Minority-, Women- and Disabled Veteran-Owned Business Enterprises
Since 2009, CWA-member companies continue to grow the number of certified minority-, women-, Disabled Veteran- and LGBT-owned business enterprises (WMDVLGBTBE) who are qualified to do business with regulated water utilities. CWA-member companies strive to develop mutually beneficial working relationships with contractors and recognize that they are essential to everyone’s future growth and success.
Regulated water utilities are interested in contractors who can add value to their supply chain and can demonstrate:
- A firm understanding of the water utility sector
- Core competency in the product or service provided
- Excellent past performance with customers
- Solid financial standing
- Scalability to meet growth changes within the business
- Support of our WMDVLGBTBE Tier 2
Tips for doing business with regulated water utilities:
- Review the web sites of regulated water utilities to learn about specific requirements for doing business with each company.
- Though requirements vary with each company, they may include a new supplier registration form or profile, proof of appropriate insurance coverage, applicable business or trade licenses, financial statements and proof of current WMDVLGBTBE certification.
- Participate in CWA’s annual contractor-vendor meetings in Northern and Southern California.