Minority Business Enterprise Program (MBE) The Minority Business Enterprise Program encourages women, people of color, veterans, and disabled entrepreneurs to take their seats at the procurement table. This program encourages minority business participation in the County procurement process by providing technical assistance with certification, networking, and promoting MBEs as subcontractors on County projects.
The County conducts its own MBE registration and recognizes MBE certification by the Maryland Department of Transportation (MDOT) and Federal 8-A certification. To qualify as an MBE, applicants must own 51 percent of their business and classify as one of the following:
- African American
- Asian American
- Indian/Native American
- Hispanic
- Disabled American Veteran
- Physically and Mentally Disabled
- Woman
MBE firms benefit from the certification, networking, and revenue streams made possible by the program.
 Download our MBE directory to learn more.
A comprehensive checklist on the MBE program can be found here.
Once you’re ready to apply, download an application here.
Learn more about Charles County’s procurement process here.
Download our combined MBE and SLBE directory and search by industry.