Supplier Diversity

Working with small, local and diverse businesses                  

The University of California is interested in doing business with small, local and diverse businesses. In accordance with state and federal law, UC ensures that all business enterprises have equal access to business contracting opportunities at the University.

Diverse businesses, like all potential goods and services providers to the University, should register as a potential supplier with the University (see becoming a UC supplier). The University posts various solicitations online via our UC-wide public bid site and individual campus procurement sites (see links at right).

We recommend that business owners become familiar with University of California business policies governing the purchase of goods and services (see forms and policies).

Find more information about supplier diversity at the University of California below.

University of California Small & Diverse Business Advisory Council

Learn about the UC Small & Diverse Business Advisory Council. Here you will find information on the council, its work and current projects.

UC Supplier Diversity Coordinators

Campus contacts leading supplier diversity programs on behalf of UC.

Supplier Diversity: Frequently Asked Questions

Find common questions and answers regarding supplier diversity at UC.

Sustainable Procurement

Here you will find information on University of California sustainable procurement practices, policies and projects. Sustainable Procurement at the University of California focuses on environmental, economic and social impacts.

UC Construction Services

Construction Services provides guidance, support, and training to campus capital programs and construction staff.

UC Small Business Utilization Report

Review UC’s annual reporting on Small Business Utilization. Under Legislative Reports, select the year you are interested and view the Small Business Utilization report posted for that year.