
Business Development Initiatives
Resolutions and Ordinances that have been adopted by the Virginia Beach City Council in support of SWaM business participation in City contracting.
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Resolutions and Ordinances that have been adopted by the Virginia Beach City Council in support of SWaM business participation in City contracting.
The following Resolutions and Ordinances have been adopted by the Virginia Beach City Council in support of SWaM business participation in City contracting:
Ordinances
Small Business Enhancement Program (SBEP) - implemented in August 2012, this program enhances subcontracting/sub consulting opportunities for SWaM businesses.
Bond Waiver/Pre-qualification Program Information
Adopted by City Council in June 2011, the Bond Waiver Program alleviates the bonding burden for non-transportation construction-related projects valued between $100,000 and $500,000.
Ordinances adopted by the City Council in June 2020 as a result of the 2018 Disparity Study: