Maryland Minority Business Enterprise (MBE)
Maryland’s MBE certification for state-funded contracting. [Maryland MBE guidance]
Maryland Department of Social and Economic Mobility, Office of Minority Business Enterprise. Maryland program. Official program information
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Who qualifies
Businesses at least 51% owned and controlled by qualifying minority or women owners who meet the state’s disadvantage criteria. [Maryland certification FAQ]
- Maryland and out-of-state applicants must be registered and in good standing with Maryland’s Department of Assessments and Taxation. [Maryland MBE guidance]
- The qualifying owner must meet the state MBE personal-net-worth standard; the FAQ explains exclusions and the current limit. [Maryland certification FAQ]
Cost
No cost to apply for or maintain certification. [Maryland certification FAQ]
Processing time
The agency says a complete application can take several months to process. [Maryland certification FAQ]
What it unlocks
- Certified participation can count toward MBE goals on state-funded contracts. Federal DBE is a separate certification. [Maryland certification FAQ]
How to apply
- Choose the MBE application and assemble the required documents. [Maryland MBE guidance] Get MBE forms.
- Submit online and cooperate with the agency’s review and investigation. [Maryland MBE guidance] Follow the certification process.