Diversity in Contracting Policy Summary
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• Establishes Executive level accountability that drives
performance across the Port
• Sets Port-wide goals for next five years(# firms and % of spend)
• Requires Divisions/Departments to establish establish goals and
performance targets (# firms and % of spend)
• Enhances contractor compliance
• Includes WMBE inclusion plans in contracting
• Supports prompt pay
• Creates governance and organizational structures that unify and
guide Port implementation efforts
• Expands opportunities beyond Port contracting to include other
Port enterprise opportunities
