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 n Dec. 19, 2011 SAWS staff presented an updated SMWB policy to address instances of disparity captured in the SAWS Regional Business Disparity Causation Analysis Study. The new policy has been greatly improved by incorporating sections that are needed for a valid and legal SMWB policy, including:
- Data-driven goals
- Race-neutral disparity remedies
- Race-conscious disparity remedies
- Waiver provision for prime contractors who are not able to meet SMWB goals
- Graduation and suspension provisions
- Sanctions and penalties
- Sunset Clause
- Severability Clause
The overall purpose of the policy is to focus on SMWBs in the San Antonio Metropolitan statistical area that meet the Small Business Administration's small business size standards. Our intent is to foster greater opportunities for small minority, non-minority, and woman-owned businesses in public sector procurement of goods and services.
Through May 1, 2012, SAWS staff welcomes public feedback on the proposed SAWS SMWB Policy before presentation to SAWS Board for approval.
Please contact Marisol Robles, SAWS SMWB program manager, at Marisol.Robles@saws.org to provide feedback about the proposed SAWS SMWB Policy or to schedule a policy briefing. You may also submit your comments online by using our feedback form. |
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