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Markell Signs Executive Order To Help Minority and Women-Owned Companies Compete for State Business January 15, 2010
by Cathy Imburgia
 On December 22, Gov. Jack Markell signed an executive order that will make it easier for small and mid-sized companies to bid on state contracts. On hand for the signing of EO #14 were about 20 attendees representing minority- and women-owned businesses and supporting organizations, including NAWBO. (See sidebar for details.) Cathy Imburgia, president of Creative Communications, current NAWBO Public Policy chair, and long-time advocate for fair and transparent procurement practices in the State, spoke at the event. "Increasing supplier diversity is not a handout but rather a means to level the playing field so that all qualified vendors have an equal opportunity to compete for state contracts; thereby providing the State with the best value for purchased goods and services," she said. "My administration is working hard every day to make Delaware the best state in the nation to start and grow a businesses. This includes ensuring Delaware companies have opportunities to bid on Delaware business," Gov. Markell said. "Expanding the number of companies bidding helps make government more effective and efficient by increasing competition, which can drive up quality and drive down prices." The order will create a centralized, online publication listing all advertised and awarded state contracts. In addition to helping the economy by increasing opportunities and competition, this new order will also further increase government transparency. "I applaud this administration for taking this crucial first step," said Imburgia, who has has worked with the private sector, state and federal government. "I am confident that with the proper resourcing and support, we can turn this first step into an ever-lasting reality. But while we have taken this crucial first step to achieving supplier diversity," Imburgia cautioned, "let's understand that this is only the beginning. The Executive Order alone will not make it happen." « Go Back |
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