WI Supplier Diversity Program

The Wisconsin Supplier Diversity Program (SDP) certifies Minority-Owned (MBE), Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned (DVB) and Woman-Owned (WBE) businesses to provide better opportunity for them to do business with the State of Wisconsin and to assist the State of Wisconsin in achieving its goal of purchasing 5% with MBEs and 1% with DVBs. The SDP verifies that businesses are at least 51% owned, managed, and controlled by a member or members of selected population. WI certified MBE and DVB businesses may receive a permissive 5% bid preference when they bid on state contracts.

Apply for Certification

Applying for State of WI certification is as easy as 1, 2, 3. Click on picture to register your business and apply for the MBE, DVB or WBE Certification Programs.

Login to SDP Portal

Login to our online system to complete a certification application, upload documents, submit an Annual Update or apply for Recertification. Click on picture to login.

Directory of Certified

Contractors, State Agencies, UW campuses, and other businesses looking to contract with State of WI certified suppliers can use our interactive search to locate qualified MBE, DVB, and WBE businesses. Click on picture to search database.

Bidding Opportunities

For the most part Wisconsin buys on low bid, Suppliers must bid on projects to get contracts with the State of Wisconsin with the exception of Best Judgement (< $5,000) and Sole Source opportunities. In general, the lowest, responsive, responsible bidder is awarded the contract.

Certified MBEs and DVBs may receive a permissive 5% preference when bidding on State Contracts. Search these sites for State of Wisconsin and University of Wisconsin Bidding Opportunities:

Goods and Services: eSupplier

Architecture/Engineering: Division of Facilities Development (DFD)

Construction: Division of Facilities Development (DFD)

Department of Transportation Highway Projects

NETWORK | BID | WIN | PERFORM

Why Become Certified?

Being certified with the State of WI has numerous benefits.

1. Database listing: MBEs, WBEs, and DVBs are listed in Wisconsin's Database of Certified Suppliers. Prime contractors, State Agencies, University Campuses, government entities and private businesses use the database when seeking diverse suppliers.

2. Meeting State goals: The State of Wisconsin has goals of purchasing 5% with certified MBEs and 1% with certified DVBs. MBEs and DVBs who are certified have access to opportunities with the State of Wisconsin and help the State achieve its diverse spend goals.

3. Bid preference: MBEs and DVBs are eligible to receive a 5% bid preference when they bid on state projects and contracts.

For these reasons and more, become a certified diverse supplier with the Supplier Diversity Program!

Upcoming Events

SCORE Events

Service Corps of Retired Executives, or SCORE can help you start, grow or successfully exit a business. Small business owners who receive three or more hours of mentoring report higher revenues and increased growth. They offer a number of resources and have numerous events. We invite you to check them out! SCORE

WPI Calendar

The Wisconsin Procurement Institute (WPI) offers many events to train businesses on financial matters. Visit the WPI event calendar and website to find out more information on how WPI can help your business grow.

SBDC Events

The Wisconsin Small Business Development Center (SBDC) hosts numerous programs and events to help small businesses grow. Check out their event page for more information on how SBDC can help you!

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