Exhibit-1.-MBE-VSBE-and-SBR-Research-Factors (4).pdf
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- BPM051270
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- Baltimore City, Maryland
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This is an exhibit document outlining Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Veteran-Owned Small Business (VSBE), and Small Business Reserve (SBR) research factors for a janitorial services contract with the Maryland Department of General Services for the Nancy S. Grasmick State Education Building located at 200 West Baltimore Street, Baltimore, Maryland. The document establishes the analytical framework and criteria used to evaluate the availability and feasibility of contracting opportunities with certified MBE, VSBE, and SBR firms within the janitorial services industry. The exhibit provides research-based factors that inform set-aside determinations and subcontracting goals for this facility, which houses approximately 900 state employees and requires comprehensive janitorial maintenance services.
The exhibit functions as supporting documentation for establishing the contractual requirements regarding minority and disadvantaged business participation. This research document directly informs the pricing structure, competitive bidding conditions, and set-aside percentages applicable to the janitorial services contract. By analyzing industry capacity and availability of certified firms, the document ensures that procurement goals align with realistic market conditions while promoting equitable business opportunities for qualified MBE, VSBE, and SBR contractors in the janitorial services sector.
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Exhibit 1. MBE, VSBE, and SBR Research Factors Template effective date: July 2024
Exhibit 1. MBF, VSBE, and SBR Research Factors Template
Solicitation Title: IFB – Janitorial Services at the Towson District Courthouse eMMA Solicitation No. BPM048760
This exhibit serves as a summary of the factors the State used, in conjunction with guidance from the Governor’s Office of Small, Minority, and Women’s Business Affairs, to determine:
1. The expected degree of Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) participation for the procurement contract, including subcontracting opportunities identified for the project, any applicable North American Industry Classification System (NAICS) codes linked to the subcontracting opportunities, and the number of certified MBEs in those industries.
2. The expected degree of Veteran-owned Small Business Enterprise (VSBE) participation for the procurement contract, including subcontracting opportunities identified for the project, any applicable United Nations Standard Products and Services Codes (UNSPSC) [identified in eMaryland Marketplace Advantage (eMMA) as Categories] linked to the subcontracting opportunities, and the number of certified VSBEs in those industries; and
3. If this procurement is for a Statewide Master Contract where secondary competition may occur, the expected degree of Small Business Reserve (SBR) participation for the secondary competition agreement (such as a task order agreement or purchase order agreement) to be designated as an SBR, including opportunities identified for the secondary competition agreement, any applicable UNSPSCs linked to the subcontracting opportunities, and the number of certified SBRs in those industries.
Disclaimer: This summary’s research results are not all inclusive and do not exclude any other subcontracting opportunities that the Bidder/Offeror may identify in preparing a Bid/Proposal to submit in response to the solicitation.
MBE Research by NAICS Code NAICS Codes Description # MBEs in MDOT
Directory 561720 Janitorial services 208
MBE Research by Keywords Keywords # MBEs in MDOT
Exhibit 1. MBE, VSBE, and SBR Research Factors Template effective date: July 2024
NOTE: In this procurement, small businesses are strongly encouraged to submit a bid/proposal as a Prime Contractor to compete as an SBR at the secondary competition level. SBR certification is required to receive an SBR-designated secondary competition agreement award.
SBR Research by UNSPSC/eMMA Category Code eMMA Category Codes
Description # SBRs in eMMA
7610000 Janitorial Services 293
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