City of Columbus Office of Diversity and Inclusion

08/21/2026

Whether you've done business with the City of Columbus, pursued contract opportunities, or explored becoming a City vendor, we want to hear from you.

Your experiences can help shape the future of doing business with the City.

BBC Research & Consulting is inviting businesses to share their experiences with City procurement, barriers to doing business, business assistance programs, recommendations for future programs, or any other feedback related to the City's procurement process. Your comments will help inform the City of Columbus' 2026 Availability Study. Identifying information will be removed before comments are included in the study.

The easiest way to participate is by completing our brief online questionnaire: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScVnwnfpUGiBuDqKdXHVxrtpV6mHS6wfCBloCWUGe5Whu0HDw/viewform

Prefer email? Send your comments to: [email protected]

To learn more about the study and how your feedback will be used, visit the 2026 City of Columbus Availability Study webpage: https://www.columbus.gov/Government/Mayors-Office/Office-of-Diversity-and-Inclusion/Supplier-Development/2026-Availability-Study

07/15/2026

📣 Have thoughts about doing business in Columbus?

Join us at an upcoming public meeting to learn more about the 2026 City of Columbus Availability Study and share your experiences working in the local marketplace.

Your feedback helps inform the study and contributes to a better understanding of the Columbus business community.

Check out the flyer below for more details. We look forward to seeing you there!

📍 Register here: https://tinyurl.com/48d65b82

07/15/2026

🤝 Join us tomorrow!

The first City of Columbus Availability Study public meetings begin tomorrow, and there's still time to register.

If you're a business owner or part of the Columbus business community, we encourage you to attend, learn more about the study, and share your experiences working with the City.

📍Check out the flyer below for meeting information and registration details. We hope to see you there!

07/15/2026

🚨 Final chance to join us!

The last public meeting for the City of Columbus Availability Study is happening virtually this Thursday.

Business owners, community organizations, and interested stakeholders are invited to join the City of Columbus Office of Diversity and Inclusion and BBC to learn more about the study and share their experiences pursuing contracting opportunities or doing business with the City of Columbus.

📅 Thursday, July 9
🕠 5:30 - 7:00pm ET
💻 Virtual via Zoom

We hope you'll join us!

🔗 Register here to receive the Zoom meeting link:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSf1GBvUiTAh9gxQ0CT7qXYX_d_NTHnuR-DUzeCyUwUa4IH7zQ/viewform

BBC Research & Consulting (BBC) is conducting an availability study for the City of Columbus to better understand and address barriers that people of color (POCs), women, veterans, and people that identify as LGBTQ and the businesses they own face when trying to access the City’s contract and proc...

06/11/2026

06/10/2026

📅 Shape the future of Columbus business!

The City of Columbus Office of Diversity and Inclusion is partnering with BBC Research & Consulting for the 2026 City of Columbus Availability Study—and your voice matters.

Whether you are a local business owner, contractor, or community member, we want to hear about your experiences working in the local marketplace. Join one of our upcoming public meetings to learn more about the study and share your vital insights.

✨ How to get involved:

💻 Register for a meeting at: https://tinyurl.com/48d65b82

📧 Share your insights directly by emailing [email protected]

Let’s work together to foster an inclusive and equitable economy for all of Columbus! 🏙️

03/17/2026

Ready for a fresh start? ✨

Join us on April 18th from 10 AM - 2 PM for a FREE Record Sealing & Expungement Clinic at the OhioMeansJobs Employment Center. This is a great opportunity to get the legal support you need to move forward.

We'll also have the Future Forward Job Match Expo from 11 AM - 2 PM to connect you with employers and helpful community services.

‼️Space is limited, so be sure to pre-register today to reserve your spot!

👉Sign up for the expungement clinic: https://qrco.de/OMJexp

👉Register for the job expo: https://www.omjcfc.org/job-seekers/events/future-forward-job-match/

12/12/2025

In partnership with Columbus City Schools Office of Outreach Services, we had the pleasure of hosting the Procurement Outreach Event, which turned out to be a great success! 🎉

It was wonderful to see local business owners actively exploring contracting opportunities and making valuable connections to grow their ventures. We are grateful to everyone who participated and supported our mission to foster an inclusive business community.

Stay tuned for more exciting events aimed at empowering small businesses! 💼