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 The MBC serves as an advisory agency to the City Manager and the City Council with respect to the City's procurement policies and procedures.
  
Our Mission:

To advance and facilitate an environment of business opportunities, focusing on increasing expenditures to minority and woman-owned businesses by the City of Virginia Beach as a means to further the City's economic development and vitality.

Our Vision: To be the leading influence in connecting
contractor resources with City opportunities.
When We Meet: The MBC meets on the 2nd Friday of the month from 2:00pm - 4:00pm.  The meetings are held at Economic Development's office located at 222 Central Park Avenue, 10th Floor, Suite 1000, Armada Hoffler Tower.  The public is invited to attend.
What We Do: The MBC provides information, guidance and programs that enable business owners to understand how to work with the City of Virginia Beach.  Additionally, you may find useful information relevant to contracting with other government agencies. 
MBC Newsletter: It is with great pleasure to welcome you to another issue of the MBC Progress.  We appreciate your interest and look forward to sharing community news from the City of Virginia Beach Minority Business Council (MBC) as it relates to our vision and mission. 
If you have any questions or would like additional information about the Minority Business Council, please call 757-385-4438.


Contact Information

Sharon L. Foster - Minority Business Coordinator

Direct: (757) 385-4067 | Email: slfoster@vbgov.com | Fax: (757) 385-5601

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Additional Links for Vendors

  • Finance Vendor Page
  • Finance Vendor Forms
  • Purchasing Division Bids
  • Public Surplus Auction
  • Dept. of Minority Business Enterprises
  • IRS Small Business Center

MBC Reference Materials

  • Minority Business Council Documents

Related Links

  • Minority Business Council Members
  • Mayor's Message
  • Woman and Minority Business Participation Tracking Application
  • 2011 MBC Expo Video
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