Supplier Diversity at E&I Cooperative Services
E&I is committed to developing a world class Supplier Diversity program which reflects the full diversity of our customers and communities. We recognize the importance of diverse suppliers and are committed to ensuring that diversity is an integral part of our sourcing and procurement processes.
How to Register
Our diverse suppliers play an integral role in developing new and innovative ways to meet the increasing demands of our members. Our ongoing commitment is to maximize diverse supplier participation through the development of business relationships that strengthen the diverse business communities in which we operate. Our Supplier Diversity Program focuses on the following classifications*:
- MBE – Minority Business Enterprise
- WBE – Women Business Enterprise
- DOBE – Disabled-Owned Business Enterprise
- VBE – Veteran-Owned Business Enterprise
- SDVOB – Service Disabled Veteran-Owned Business
- SBE – Small Business Enterprise
- Other - Diverse Businesses Certified by a third-party certification agency
*Certification by a third-party verification agency (where applicable) is a requirement for participation in E&I's Supplier Diversity program
Please note that completing the registration process is not an approval for vendor acceptance, nor does it guarantee future business from E&I Cooperative Services. However, it does provide your company with greater visibility to be considered for upcoming subcontracting opportunities throughout our company.
Are you a diverse supplier? Please use the following link to register:
Tier 2 Reporting Program
E&I recognizes the value of diversity within our supply chain and launched our Tier 2 reporting program to reinforce our commitment in this area. Our business partners play an integral role in helping us achieve our Supplier Diversity objectives. As you join in this initiative, know there is immense economic impact being created within the communities we serve, and further aligns with our organizational goals and values. We are very excited about the opportunity to partner with you to continue the growth and development of our Supplier Diversity program.
