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Certification

The City of Austin's Small & Minority Business Resources Department's Certification Division is responisble for the initial and annual review of all certification applications. The Certification division verifies that the Minority, Women and/or Disadvantaged Owned Business applicant owns, manages, and controls the day-to-day operations of the for-profit business in compliance with our Code of Ordinances.

A businesses’ eligibility for the Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE/WBE) or Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) procurement program is determined by reviewing the certification application and backup documentation for ownership, management, and control by socially and economically disadvantaged business owners.

MBE/WBE General Eligibility Requirements:

  • Fifty-one percent owned, managed, and controlled by an economically and socially disadvantaged individual
  • Asian-American, African-American, Native American, Hispanic, or a Women
  • Small business as defined by Small Business Administration (SBA)
  • Personal Net Worth Limits $1,457,000
  • Must have a facility located in the State of Texas

Types of Certifications offered to qualified small minority and/or women owned businesses.

All certifications offered by the City of Austin are at no cost (free).

 

Related Links: 
Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprise Certification Application
Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) Certification
Small Business Enterprise (SBE) Certification
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