Subcontractor_Utilization_Plan.docx

This Subcontractor Utilization Plan form is required by the City of St. Petersburg, Florida for a dry cell batteries supply contract. The document establishes a framework for proposers to demonstrate their commitment to engaging small business enterprises (SBEs), women business enterprises (WBEs), veteran-owned businesses, and minority business enterprises (MBEs) located in the Tampa Bay Region. Proposers must describe their specific efforts in recruiting and reducing barriers to participation by these business categories, including outreach initiatives, educational support, mentorship programs, and process improvements designed to increase diverse business involvement in the contract.

Participation by small, veteran, minority, and women-owned businesses is entirely voluntary, with no minimum participation levels required as a condition of contract award. Proposers will not be deemed non-responsive if they indicate zero participation from these business categories. However, the City actively encourages vendors to engage proactively with small, veteran, minority, and women-owned business enterprises. Proposers must complete the utilization plan by identifying the anticipated percentage of contract amount allocated to each business category and listing all anticipated subcontractors in their respective classifications.