How Small Municipalities Can Meet SDVOB & MWBE Procurement Goals
Across the U.S., small municipalities are stepping up their efforts to create more inclusive and equitable procurement practices. Many local governments now have goals—or even mandates—for spending with Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Businesses (SDVOBs) and Minority- and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs). These initiatives not only strengthen communities but also stimulate local economies by ensuring that diverse entrepreneurs have equal access to public contracts.
However, meeting these goals can be a challenge—especially for smaller municipalities with limited procurement staff or complex vendor requirements. Fortunately, new digital solutions make it easier than ever to find, verify, and source from SDVOB and MWBE suppliers.
Understanding SDVOB & MWBE Requirements
Most states and municipalities establish annual spending benchmarks to ensure a portion of their budgets supports certified diverse suppliers. These targets vary by jurisdiction but typically require procurement officers to:
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Identify and track certified SDVOB and MWBE vendors.
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Document purchases made through these businesses.
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Demonstrate good faith efforts to meet participation goals in public reporting.
Meeting these goals isn’t just about compliance—it’s about promoting equity, innovation, and community reinvestment.
The Common Challenges
Small municipalities often face similar hurdles when trying to meet their diversity procurement targets:
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Limited vendor databases: Staff may struggle to find verified suppliers in their purchasing systems.
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Manual tracking: Compliance documentation can become time-consuming and prone to error.
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Fragmented purchasing: Department-level purchases may not align with broader diversity spending goals.
These challenges can be particularly difficult for municipalities with lean procurement teams or multiple agencies making independent purchases.
How GoVets Helps Municipalities Achieve Their Goals
GoVets.com was built to make inclusive procurement simple, transparent, and efficient. As a 100% Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and a trusted federal and state-level eMarketplace, GoVets empowers municipalities to:
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Shop from thousands of SDVOB and MWBE suppliers in one centralized online platform.
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Easily document and report diversity spending for compliance purposes.
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Access a wide range of products—from office supplies and IT equipment to safety gear, janitorial products, and more.
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Support veteran and minority entrepreneurs with every purchase.
By integrating GoVets into your municipality’s purchasing workflow, your procurement team can meet or exceed SDVOB and MWBE goals without the usual administrative burden.
Take the Next Step Toward Inclusive Procurement
Whether you’re outfitting municipal offices, maintaining public spaces, or upgrading IT infrastructure, GoVets connects you directly to certified diverse suppliers ready to serve.
Start sourcing smarter today—browse products and categories designed for government and public-sector buyers at GoVets.com.
