Notice of Minority/Women-owned Business Enterprise (MWBE) Subcontracting Opportunity

Welcome to the New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) MWBE Subcontracting Opportunity page. This webpage is designed to allow Minority- and Women-owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs) to express their interest in subcontracting opportunities related to applicable NYCPS open solicitations for which MWBE subcontracting goals have been established. It is also intended to provide an additional avenue for prime bidders to find and work with MWBE subcontractors while increasing overall visibility of certified MWBE firms. To learn more about the MWBE Subcontracting initiative at NYCPS, please review the NYCPS MWBE Subcontracting One Pager
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MWBE Subcontracting Interest Form 

Using the MWBE Subcontracting Interest Form: 

MWBE firms that are interested in being included on the list of firms available for MWBE subcontracting opportunities can submit an MWBE Subcontracting Interest Form. 

Please Note: An MWBE Subcontracting Interest Form must be submitted for EACH solicitation in which you are expressing interest. Forms should only be submitted for solicitations with MWBE subcontracting requirements. These solicitations can be identified by the presence of a "Schedule B Waiver Due Date" within the solicitation announcement found on the Open DOE Solicitations page.  

Form Link Here:   MWBE Subcontracting Interest Form

MWBE Subcontracting Interest Form Results (List of MWBE Subcontractors)

MWBE Subcontracting Interest Form Results

Notice to MWBE Subcontractors

Purpose of Your Listing: 

Submitting your information to the New York City Public Schools (NYCPS) is an opportunity to express your interest in participating in upcoming solicitations as a subcontractor. While this helps prime contractors/bidders connect with certified MWBE firms, inclusion on the list does not guarantee selection or contact from any prime contractors/bidders. 

This listing serves as an informational tool for prime contractors/bidders to connect with certified MWBE firms like yours. 

Accuracy and Responsibility: 

While your information is shared with prime contractors/bidders, NYCPS does not verify the accuracy or completeness of the data you provide. It is crucial that your information is accurate and up to date to ensure that prime contractors/bidders can make informed decisions. NYCPS makes no representation or guarantee regarding the use of this information by prime contractors/bidders or others. 

Visibility to Prime Contractors/Bidders: 

Once submitted, your information is included in a list available to prime contractors/bidders who may be seeking MWBE subcontractors for a solicitation. However, this list may not represent all potential MWBE subcontractors, and prime contractors/bidders may explore additional avenues to meet their MWBE subcontracting goals. 

Public Access: 

Please be aware that your information is publicly accessible through a NYCPS website. NYCPS is not liable for how this information is used or any misuse that may occur.

Additional Opportunities: 

MWBEs are encouraged to ensure their profiles are up to date in the  

These directories are essential for prime contractors/bidders and city agencies looking for certified MWBE firms.  

For firms not yet certified but interested in learning about NYC MWBE certification eligibility requirements, please visit the NYC MWBE Certification Program page. For NYS MWBE certification please visit NYS Empire State Development page. 

Questions and Support: 

For questions regarding a solicitation or for further assistance, please contact the procurement representative listed in the solicitation documents.    

For specific inquiries about your MWBE certification, reach out to the following agencies: 

Prime Contractors/Bidder Notice: Viewing List of MWBE Subcontractors

Purpose of MWBE Subcontracting Information:

Information about listed MWBE subcontractors is strictly for your reference and does not place any obligation on the New York City Public Schools (NYCPS). This information aims to help you connect with certified MWBE firms that have shown interest in subcontracting. However, please note that expressing interest does not guarantee any MWBE subcontractor engagement. 

Accuracy of Information:

NYCPS does not verify or guarantee the accuracy or completeness of the information provided by interested MWBE subcontractors. This data is shared solely as it is received, without verification by NYCPS. Prime contractors/bidders should understand that this list may not include all potential MWBE subcontractors. Therefore, you may need to conduct additional research to identify other firms to help meet the MWBE subcontracting goals specified in the solicitation. 

Additional Resources:

Prime contractors/bidders are encouraged to explore the following directories for more certified MWBE firms:

These directories include detailed information on certified firms, such as commodities, NAICS or NIGP codes, websites, contact numbers, industries, and current certification statuses.  Go to NYC MWBE eligibility requirements or New York State Empire State Development for more information on how a firm may qualify as an MWBE.  

Public Availability:

Please be aware that this information is publicly available on the NYCPS website, and NYCPS is not responsible for its use or misuse.  

Questions:

For questions about a specific solicitation or for further assistance, please contact the procurement representative listed in the solicitation documents.