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Massachusetts SDO MBE Certification – Native American Track (State Contracting)

Massachusetts SDO MBE certification explicitly includes Native Americans as a recognized minority category; qualifies Native American-owned businesses for the Commonwealth's Supplier Diversity Program and the $3.78B in state diverse business spending; mandatory 2-hour pre-certification workshop required; part of the most inclusive state supplier diversity program in the nation.

About this program

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Eligibility

For-profit Massachusetts businesses at least 51% owned and controlled by a Native American who is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident; principal place of business must be in Massachusetts.

Requirements

  • At least 51% owned and controlled by a Native American who is a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident
  • For-profit business with principal place of business in Massachusetts
  • Complete the mandatory 2-hour SDO pre-certification workshop before applying