Inclusive Contracting Toolkit
The Inclusive Contracting Toolkit is a roadmap with actionable recommendations for procurement professionals in public agencies and private anchor institutions to implement inclusive contracting policies, programs, and practices. The toolkit includes a library of best practices and recommendations that reflect the range of emerging and promising inclusive contracting methods.
Recognizing all organizations approach to procurement uniquely, the Inclusive Contracting Toolkit provides insights into inclusive contracting by summarizing context, recommending immediate actions, and presenting proven tactics. The toolkit outlines policies, discusses challenges, suggests implementation steps, and provides real-world examples within the SCAG region. Moreover, it differentiates recommendations relevant to public agencies and private institutions and includes successful case studies from initiatives across the country.
The toolkit’s development included a thorough literature review and engagement with industry professionals and small business organizations. The Inclusive Contracting Technical Advisory Committee and industry focus groups provided invaluable insights, to firmly root the toolkit in the realities and opportunities currently facing procurement professionals in the SCAG region.
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