Each of these organizations focuses on promoting equity and diversity in procurement by certifying businesses for access to government and corporate contracts.

City of Atlanta Office of Contract Compliance


2. Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA)

  • Certification: DBE Certification Program, focusing on transportation-related businesses.
  • Website: https://www.itsmarta.com

3. Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT)

  • Certification: DBE Program for firms involved in federally funded transportation projects.
  • Website: http://www.dot.ga.gov

4. New York State Department of Economic Development


5. Los Angeles County Office of Affirmative Action Compliance


6. North Central Texas Regional Certification Agency (NCTRCA)


7. Chicago Transit Authority (CTA)


8. South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT)


9. National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC)


10. Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)


11. U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA)

  • Certification: 8(a) Business Development Program, HUBZone, and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB).
  • Website: https://www.sba.gov

12. Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT)


13. Florida State Minority Supplier Development Council

  • Certification: MBE Certification for statewide supplier opportunities.
  • Website: https://fsmsdc.org

14. Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT)


15. California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC)

  • Certification: MBE, WBE, and LGBTBE (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Business Enterprise).
  • Website: https://www.cpuc.ca.gov

16. Massachusetts Supplier Diversity Office (SDO)

Ganarpro can help your company navigate the process of working with the above organizations, from understanding their certification requirements to accessing valuable opportunities that align with your business goals.