Business Enterprise Development
The mission of Business Enterprise Development is to increase the pool of qualified, diverse vendors who are in position to participate in Cook County contracting opportunities. The office strives to monitor and track all contracts to ensure compliance with the MWBE ordinance. We do this by promoting racial parity, contract diversity and continued transparency with industry best practices.
Certification
- Overseeing applications
- Reviewing applications
- Approving qualified vendors
Compliance
- Setting contract goals
- Ensuring compliance
- Reviewing utilization plans
Strategic Initiatives
- Understanding our work
- Expanding access to opportunities
- Removing barriers
Contracting Tips
- Links to contracting opportunities
- Links to organizations providing resources
- Explore offerings to certified businesses
Get Certified
- Apply for Certification
- Search Cook County's M/W/VBE Certification Directory
- Access other important information
FAQs
- View Frequently Asked Questions
- Submit your own questions to our staff
- Access helpful compliance information
Events
View and register for helpful upcoming Business Enterprise Development events like virtual workshops and panels.
Reports
Access Diversity Reports and Disparity Studies as well as other archival Contract Compliance documents.
Form Library
This portal contains a comprehensive collection of Contact Compliance forms for doing business with the County.
Contact Us
We want to hear from you! Please don't hesitate to reach out to our office if we can ever be of assistance.
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