Certification Program

Why Should My Company Be Certified?

The certification program can give your company a level playing field when bidding on County procurement/contracts. As a certified supplier equalization credits are applied accordingly when bidding on County contracts.

As a Certified County-Based Enterprise (CBE), your business receives equalization credits during the bid evaluation process, giving you a competitive advantage when competing for Wayne County contracts. CBE certification is available to businesses headquartered in or with primary operations in Wayne County. Certified vendors are also added to the Wayne County Procurement Division's Direct Solicitation List within their commodity/product code. 

Once your company is certified with Wayne County, you are added within your commodity/product code to the Wayne County Procurement Division's Direct Solicitation List. In addition, being certified entitles the vendor to an array of ancillary services.

Note: Being proactive and becoming certified in any of the certifications, with Wayne County can place you a step ahead of the competition in the procurement process. Being certified helps your company be prepared when opportunities arise.

How Can I Do Business with Wayne County?

A vital part of the overall certification process is making sure your company is FEP compliant. Fair Employment Practice compliance is mandated by the Wayne County Charter and enforced by the Human Relations Division. All Wayne County contractors must be FEP compliant prior to the award of any contract over $50,000 (goods/services) and $100,000 (construction).

Visit Wayne County's new Business Inclusion Management (B2G) system to apply for certifications.

Note:
The certification process is now fully automated! All Wayne County certification applications must be submitted online to the Human Relations Division.

How Do I Get Certified?

The certification process is now fully automated! All Wayne County certification applications are now received electronically by the Human Relations Division.

Step 1. Register or activate your business with Business Inclusion Management (B2G)

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Step 2. Apply for applicable HRBI certifications through the B2G portal — applications are reviewed electronically by the Human Relations Division.

Step 3. Contact HRBI for guidance on the certification process and to learn how to compete for Wayne County procurement opportunities.

For questions on certifications, please contact Human Relations: (313) 224-5021.

What are the Benefits of Registering with Business Inclusion Management (B2G)?

The Business Inclusion Management (B2G) system allows firms to:

  • Apply and renew for all Wayne County supplier certifications (FEP, CBE, TGCE, SBE, EBE, M/WBE, VE, MV, and JV annual affidavits)
  • Access an electronic version of your Wayne County certificate, 24 hours a day, and 7 days a week. You never have to request a copy of your lost certificate again!
  • Receive reminder email notification before your certification(s) expire(s).
  • Manage and update your company profile. You can update information about your company and commodity classifications instantly!

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For questions on certifications, please contact Human Relations: (313) 224-5021.

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