Small Business Contracts in Illinois
Federal Small Business set-aside contracts available in Illinois plus state-level small-business preferences (Business Enterprise Program (BEP) — MBE, WBE, VBE, PBE certifications). Below: current open opportunities, how to qualify, and where to register.
Small Business program at a glance
A federal contracting requirement that restricts competition on certain contracts to small businesses, as defined by the SBA size standard for the contract's NAICS code. The most common federal set-aside type.
Illinois state small-business programs
In addition to federal Small Business set-asides, Illinois maintains its own small-business preference programs. These state programs have separate certifications and eligibility criteria.
- Business Enterprise Program (BEP) — MBE, WBE, VBE, PBE certifications
Statutory reference: Illinois Procurement Code (30 ILCS 500/).
Illinois has aggressive BEP utilization goals — 30% of state contracts to minority, women, veteran, and persons-with-disabilities owned firms.
Where to register in Illinois
Illinois BidBuy is the primary state procurement portal. Register through BidBuy (powered by Periscope) for state contract opportunities. Vendor registration is required to submit bids.
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