SLBE and MBE Programs

Small Local Business Enterprise (SLBE) Program

The SLBE program is a race- and gender-neutral program administered by the Office of Supplier Diversity & Inclusion. The goal is to encourage significant participation in WSSC Water’s contracting opportunities and promote the sustainable economic growth of small firms primarily located in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties, the Commission’s bi-county territory. 

Firms interested in applying to the SLBE program should begin by reviewing the program guidelines and completing an application. All completed applications should be emailed to [email protected]. Do not mail or hand-deliver to WSSC Water Headquarters; only email submissions will be accepted. For your convenience, the SLBE guidelines, application and a list of recognized certifications are available in the following links:

• SLBE Guidelines
• SLBE Application (PDF 862 KB)

Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) Firms

In addition to our SLBE firms, WSSC Water recognizes certified Service-Disabled Veteran (SDV) firms who also meet the approval criteria for the SLBE Program. SDV firms interested in receiving this designation should follow the SLBE application process. 

Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) Program

The MBE program recognizes MBE, Women Business Enterprise and Disadvantage Business Enterprise certifications from the following five local and regional entities:

	Maryland Department of Social and Economic Mobility
	Prince George's County Certification and Compliance System
	D.C. Department of Small and Local Business Development
	Capital Region Minority Supplier Development Council
	Women's Business Enterprise National Council

Utilization of Local MBEs

WSSC Water strongly encourages vendors to utilize local MBE firms from Montgomery and Prince George’s counties. You can find a list of local MBE firms at the WSSC Water Supplier Portal, or contact us at [email protected] for a list of local MBE firms by NAICS code.