Apply for Diversity Certification as an Out-of-State Business

Apply for diversity certification as an out-of-state business
Out of state, for-profit firms must view the online pre-certification Webcast.

Supplier Diversity Office

The Details

What you need

The Supplier Diversity Office (SDO) certifies Minority Business Enterprises (MBE), Women Business Enterprises (WBE), Veteran Business Enterprises (VBE), and Portuguese Business Enterprises (PBE) that are out-of-state. 

Applicants must follow these steps:

  1. Obtain certification in their home state before seeking certification in Massachusetts.
  2. View the online webcast before submitting an application.
  3. Provide the SDO with a home state certification letter and/or a site visit report before applying for Massachusetts certification.
  4. Use this Job Aid to get Started

How to apply

Instructions: Register and create a profile in the SDO Certification Portal. View the online webcast and answer the questions.  After successful completion, select the blue button “Apply for SDO Certifications” and click on "For Profit Form."

Please note that the certification process may take between 30- 60 days following the submission of a completed application.

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