EXTRA-71211 - USA (Fairfax, Virginia) - Procurement Disparity Study Service - Deadline July 24,2026

(1) Vendor needs to provide procurement disparity study service to the government authority located in Fairfax, VA.                 – All necessary research, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement to assess participation and utilization of diverse businesses, identify any disparities, and provide actionable recommendations to promote equitable procurement practices.– Statistical Disparity Analysis– Qualitative Corroboration– Procurement Practices Evaluation– County laws, policies, and procedures affecting procurement, including supplier diversity;– Business participation and utilization, including vendor tenure, incumbency advantages, and subcontracting practices;– Availability of businesses by demographic indicator within the agency;– Comparison of private sector purchasing practices;– Qualitative evidence of disparities;– Best practices in public and private entities to enhance competition and equity,– Recommendations for policy, implementation, and communication strategies.• Evaluation of Procurement Law, Policies, Practices, and Procedures• Data Collection and Analysis• Assessment of Business Participation and Utilization by demographic indicators• Assessment of Business Availability• Disparity Model and Analysis• Private Sector Practices• Qualitative Evidence• Data/Methodology Recommendations(2) An optional pre–bid conference will be held on June 23, 2026.(3) All questions must be submitted no later than July 1 2026.(4) The contract period will be one year.