Division of Minority and Women’s Business Development (DMWBD)

Welcome to Your Guide to MWBE Certification and Success!

Diversity is a key to business success in New York State – home to the highest minority and women-owned business (MWBE) utilization rate in the country. The Division of Minority and Women-Owned Business Development (DMWBD) has created a one-stop hub for everything you need to know about MWBE success in New York. 

See below for information on how to: become MWBE-certified; grow your MWBE business; find top opportunities and contracts with NYS agencies; and find MWBE-certified businesses to help carry out your project goals.

Navigating New York State's MWBE Certification Process

How do I become MWBE certified?

Use the MWBE Certification Assessment Tool to take the preliminary steps towards NYS MWBE certification.
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How do I recertify or update my profile?

Seeking to be certified or recertified, or been instructed to submit a new application? Get started here.
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Is your business already certified?

Log in to the New York State Contract System to access your account and view a list of all New York State MWBE certified firms.
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How do I navigate the appeals process?

If your application for MWBE certification was denied, we’ve compiled a detailed guide to your next steps.
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MWBE COVID-19 Resources

Important information about COVID-19 resources, business development assistance and loan resources for New York State MWBEs
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Additional Grants & Funding Resources

Find out more about additional grant and loan opportunities for New York State businesses.
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NYS MWBEs By The Numbers

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29.51%

MWBE utilization on state contracts

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$19+ Billion

in state contracts

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9,000+

and 6,500+ recertified since 2011

Grow Your MWBE With Our Business Development Team

We offer webinars, trainings, mentorship and a host of other resources and programs to help you grow your MWBE in NYS.

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MWBE Events and Training

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Doing Business with Battery Park City Authority
2:00pm

MWBE Resources and Information

Agency Services

Find out how we help NYS Agencies & Authorities build and implement their MWBE plans.

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How do I report fraud?

Suspect fraud, waste or abuse in MWBE contracting and certification? Find compliance information here.

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MWBE Reports

Find links to MWBE-related reports including DMWBD Annual Reports and MWBE Utilization Plans.

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NYS 2016 MWBE Disparity Study

New York State has completed the 2016 MWBE Disparity Study, evaluating the participation of MWBEs in state contracts.
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Reauthorization of Article 15A Frequently Asked Questions

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Executive Order 162 – Ensuring Pay Equity By State Contractors

Draft guidance and related documents for NYS Agencies, Authorities and State Contractors.
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Get the best opportunities for your small business in New York State

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Jerome A. DuVal
Executive Vice President & Executive Director, Division of Minority and Women’s Business Development

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