Summary
Consultants presented the final disparity study, showing that while minority- and women-owned businesses participate in formal bids, their utilization drops significantly in informal purchasing.
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Last discussed Jun 4, 2026.
Impact analysis
Involves review of over $1.3 billion in municipal spending over a five-year period.
Local minority- and women-owned businesses stand to gain expanded contracting opportunities through future performance-driven procurement reforms.
Majority-owned incumbent contractors accustomed to informal procurement practices.
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