Supplier Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to increasing the number of diverse suppliers that receive WSSC Water contracts by creating an equitable and inclusive contracting environment. Meet the OSDI Team.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of the businesses we use for our goods and services by creating a fair and inclusive contracting environment.
WSSC Water has received local and national attention for our success in expanding opportunities to a growing number of diverse businesses in our communities. We have shown a strong commitment to the economic development and advancement of diverse businesses by focusing on four key areas: Supplier Advocacy, Compliance, Supplier Development and Strategic Outreach.
We are committed to providing diverse and small, local businesses the opportunity to compete for business, whether directly with WSSC Water or by subcontracting through our primary suppliers. This mission is achieved through our Small Local Business Enterprises Program and Minority Business Enterprises Program. We encourage all WSSC Water-contracted suppliers to support these supplier diversity efforts.
$173
Million
The amount WSSC Water spent with MBE companies in fiscal year 2024.
Fiscal Year 2024 MBE Performance
In FY 2024, WSSC Water spent more than $173 million (34%) (Figure 1) with MBE firms and awarded $157 million (32%) (Figure 2) in contracts to MBE firms.
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A Partner Highlight
BOTA Consulting Engineers, Inc., an African American firm, provided critical engineering services for the Piscataway Bioenergy Project. The engagement resulted in 25% personnel growth, 20% sales increase and led to additional projects.
Tap-IN to These Resources
Learn about the many resources we provide to promote supplier diversity. You can also request a meeting with WSSC Water.
Supplier Diversity Performance Reports
We update state lawmakers every year with reports on our diversity performance.
Last Modified: January 3, 2025, 8:41 am EST