Agency Change Agents have been hard at work completing their agency's M/WBE Participation Plans!

The plans are finalized when they have been reviewed by OMWBE and signed by the Agency Directors.  As completed plans are received, we will post them on the Agency Plans page.

State Agency Purchasers - Breakdown of Certified Firms for State Agency Purchasers. In response to Agency Change Agent requests, we have created a customized list of currently certified firms available for contracting with state agencies.  The categorized lists are broken down by NAICS code, including the number of available firms in each category, and are updated weekly.

Asian Pacific American Business Directory - OMWBE is pleased to provide The Washington State Asian Pacific American Business Directory.  It was prepared in cooperation with the Commission on Asian Pacific American Affairs through a generous in kind donation by the National Association of Asian American Professionals – Seattle Chapter.

The information regarding OMWBE certified firms is current as of 12/29/10. Users of this directory are advised to contact OMWBE at (866) 208-1064 (toll free) for status updates or view OMWBE's online Directory of Certified Firms.

"Minority and women-owned businesses are an integral part of our community and economy.  Their economic prosperity is critical for the success of our state." 
(Letter to State Agency Directors)

Governor's CHALLENGE to the State:
Increase contracting and procurement with minority and women-owned businesses through genuine outreach, opportunity, and inclusion.

Governor Chris Gregoire