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Procurement staff to pursue LSBE program evaluation; NIGP proposal being narrowed
Summary
The county will pursue an evaluation and possible disparity study of its LSBE program. NIGP submitted a broader proposal (about $142,000) and staff are narrowing scope to prioritize highest-impact components given available funds.
Procurement staff outlined a recommendation to evaluate the county’s LSBE (Local Small Business Enterprise) operating model and potentially commission a disparity study to assess opportunities and outcomes for LSBE vendors versus nonparticipating vendors. Staff said NIGP submitted a proposal of about $142,000 but procurement is narrowing the scope to focus on top priorities and to leverage existing funds from earlier work.
Director Butler said the intention is to move forward with a targeted study focused on the most impactful elements of the LSBE program and to negotiate with NIGP to reduce the proposed cost while preserving core evaluation goals. Procurement expects the study to be prioritized and phased as needed; staff aim to complete the work as early as Q1 2027 depending on negotiations and available funding.
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