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Emerging Small Business Program

Mission
The development of small and diverse businesses within the construction and construction-related industries to provide for an increased pool of available and qualified small businesses seeking opportunities with the University of Florida.
Purpose
In a collaborative effort of Business Affairs units (Planning, Design and Construction; Facilities Services (Operations); and Small Business & Supplier Diversity), we are seeking to educate, develop and increase access for small emerging firms to participate in construction and construction-related projects with the institution.
Goals
- Educate: Teach firms how to successfully do business at UF
- Develop: Offer guidance and resources (knowledge, training, insight) to help develop firms
- Access: Provide appropriate sized opportunities for firms to work with UF (at the discretion of program administrators)