MWBE Certification
MINORITY/ WOMAN OWNED BUSINESS ENTEPRRISE (MWBE) CERTIFICATION
What is MWBE certification?
MWBE certification confirms that your firm meets the eligibility requirements to qualify as a New York States Minority and Women-owned Business Enterprise, and can take advantage of a range of targeted programs, business opportunities and incentives.
What are the benefits of M/WBE certification?
Certified firms are listed in the public MWBE Certified Directory, helping them to attract new business from state agencies, public authorities, federal agencies and corporations seeking contractors and subcontractors. Certified firms can take advantage of financial services, workshops, seminars, and networking events. Learn more.
Which companies are eligible for MWBE certification in NYS?
- A minority or woman owns at least 51% of the enterprise, and
- The firm is independently owned, operated and controlled by minority and/or women members, and
- The woman or minority owner has a personal net worth of less than $3.5 million (excluding retirement funds, homes or mortgages, and interest in the firm), and
- The firm has under 300 employees, and
- The firm is independent, active and has been in business for at least one year, and
- If the firm is based out-of-state, it is certified as an MWBE in its home state and is registered and authorized to do business in New York State.
How do I get MWBE Certified?
- Confirm that your firm meets the eligibility requirements.
Create an account on the New York State Contract System.
Select the best application option for your firm.
Compile documentation and submit the completed the electronic application.
Search New York State Contract Reporter.
Who should I contact in LIAACC regarding MWBE Certification?
Please fill out the intake form. Once we receive your information a representative will reach out to your company.
Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce (LIAACC) Releases News Bits
Published By: NYCityBlack – December 26, 2015 New York’s Regional Chamber of Commerce LIAACC launches 2016 – 2017 Membership Campaign. Since its founding in 2010 LIAACC has been adding significant value to the New York region by serving the counties of Kings,...
LIAACC’S MWBE Chair Honored at 2015 NCCC Legislative and Small Business Person of the Year Breakfast
Woodbury, NY – On October 23, 2015 the Nassau Council of Chambers of Commerce held its 31st annual Small Business Person of the Year and Legislative Breakfast at the Crest Hollow Country Club from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. LIAACC’S MWBE Chair Charlene J. Thompson, Esq....
LIAACC Launches 1st in Series of Minority Business Certification Workshops
Baldwin, NY – July 29th, 2014 – On July 26, 2014 the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. launched its first in a series of Minority Business Certification Workshops at the Baldwin Public Library. The Long Island African American Chamber of...
Phil Andrews, Advocate for Minority Business Owners
BY CRYSTAL LAU of the Queens Press Phil Andrews, honored as one of the Kings of Queens in 2014, is currently the president of the Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc., which serves Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, and Kings Counties. The organization is a...
LIAACC’s Campaign To Boost Certified Minority Business Owners
During its monthly “Business Card Exchange & Breakfast Series”, on January 10, The Long Island African American Chamber of Commerce, Inc. announced a campaign to increase the number of Certified Minority Business Owners in its member network throughout the...