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The Disparity Study

The study will determine the state’s utilization of subject businesses on contracts awarded from July 1, 2019 to June 30, 2023. Once the utilization is determined, the analysis will be compared to the availability of ready, willing, and able California businesses. The analysis will evaluate if any of the subject businesses are underutilized given their availability.

Equity in State Procurement

California spends $10-12 billion annually on contracts. In 2022, Assembly Bill (AB) 2019 mandated 25 percent small and diverse business participation in state contracting . The Bill authorized the 2024 Disparity Study to determine the state’s award of contracts to minority, women, LGBTQ, small and disabled veteran-owned businesses. The study will also recommend equitable contracting practices to foster a more inclusive supplier base to achieve a “California for all”.