2041_00118.pdf

This document is an Equal Business Opportunity (EBO) Ordinance legal notice and application package from the City of Jackson, Mississippi, designed to promote non-discrimination and equal business opportunities for minority and female-owned enterprises in public contracting. The ordinance establishes participation goals for different procurement categories, including A/E & Professional Services, Construction, and Goods & Non-Professional Services, with specific percentage targets for Asian American, African American, Hispanic, Native American, and Female Business Enterprises.

The document outlines detailed requirements for contractors and bidders, mandating the submission of a completed Equal Business Opportunity Plan Application with each bid. Participation goals range from 0.00% to 12.41% across different business categories, with methods for meeting these goals including subcontractor participation, suppliers participation, and joint venture/mentor-protégé programs. Contractors must take steps to ensure Minority and Female Business Enterprises (MBEs and FBEs) have maximum opportunity to compete, and must provide documentation of good faith efforts if unable to meet the established goals. The ordinance provides comprehensive definitions, obligations, and evaluation criteria for businesses seeking to work with the City of Jackson.