Opportunities under EDBP are for those businesses owned and controlled by economically disadvantaged individuals whose ability to compete in the free enterprise system has been impaired. A business must be certified to demonstrate that it is a legitimate business concern which is both owned and controlled by an economically disadvantaged individual. An on-site inspection of the business location by the Board's staff. Final approval by a panel of experts. An ED business enterprise can participate only in those areas for which it is certified.
Certification is permitted in goods and services, construction, and professional services.
This is only a partial list. Participation in the EDB Program Prime contractors are required to make every reasonable effort to award the requested percentages to qualified EDB enterprises.