Specifications include, but are not limited to: The selected contractor will assist with implementing Minority BusinessOutreach to increase the minority vendor pool to enhance the participation of certified minoritybusiness firms (or businesses that could become certified) in its contracting and procurementopportunities. In addition, the consultant will also be required to assist ODJFS to achievecompliance with 123.151 of the Ohio Revised Code program requirements. In order to increasethe minority vendor base available for ODJFS projects, the selected vendor will be required to:1. Become knowledgeable of all ODJFS programs and the required vendor qualifications tosuccessfully contract with ODJFS.2. Identify and solicit firms that have the necessary qualifications to contract with ODJFS3. Create and maintain a database listing of certified and non certified Ohio MBE vendors.4. Provide technical assistance by directing businesses to and assisting with the certificationprocess.5. Educate businesses on the contracting and procurement processes of State Government.6. Educate businesses on submitting proper proposals for ODJFS contracting opportunitiessuch as, understanding government applications, requirements and proposals.7. Provide a comprehensive report of all business contact outcomes
