What is the primary role of the HUD OSDBU in the procurement process?

The OSDBU acts as an advocate for small businesses, ensuring they have equitable access to HUD contracting opportunities. They review acquisition strategies to maximize small business participation and provide guidance on navigating HUD's specific procurement requirements.

Which types of small business certifications does HUD prioritize?

HUD actively seeks vendors with 8(a) Business Development, HUBZone, Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB), and Women-Owned Small Business (WOSB) certifications to meet their statutory small business goals.

How can vendors identify upcoming HUD contract opportunities?

Vendors should monitor the HUD Forecast of Contracting Opportunities, which lists anticipated acquisitions. Engaging with the OSDBU directly through industry outreach events is the most effective way to understand specific program needs before a solicitation is released.

DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT · Sub-Agency

OFFICE OF SMALL AND DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS UTILIZATION

8 opportunities associated with OFFICE OF SMALL AND DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS UTILIZATION. Spanning 1 contracting office.

Parent: DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT8 solicitations1 offices

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Mission and contracting profile of OFFICE OF SMALL AND DISADVANTAGED BUSINESS UTILIZATION.

The Office of Small and Disadvantaged Business Utilization (OSDBU) at the Department of Housing and Urban Development advocates for small business participation in HUD's procurement processes. It oversees the integration of small, disadvantaged, veteran-owned, and HUBZone businesses into contracts involving housing program management, IT infrastructure, and professional consulting services.

Parent agency: DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT.

The sub-agency operates through 1 contracting office. Each office manages its own acquisition pipeline and may issue independent solicitations.

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