Small Business Development Program

In December 2014, to maximize the economic vitality and robustness of the College’s service area, the Board of Trustees amended ACC Board Policy CF (Local) to establish the Small Business Development Program (SBDP). The SBDP seeks to achieve this objective by encouraging Small Local Business Enterprises (SLBEs) to participate in all purchasing and contracting opportunities through race– and gender– neutral means.

The following information is intended to help suppliers understand requirements, qualifications, and the application process for SBDP participation.

Solicitation Goals

At this time, ACC has not associated any specific SLBE participation goals in current projects or contract awards. However, ACC will implement additional measures to achieve the objectives of the SBDP in the future.

Upcoming Events

Coming soon.

Questions and Answers

If you need information to respond to a procurement opportunity, direct your questions to the designated buyer associated with the solicitation.

Austin Procurement Consortium (APC)

The Austin Procurement Consortium (APC) is a collaboration of public-sector organizations working together to support small businesses and Historically Underutilized Businesses (HUBs) and expand access to public-sector contracting opportunities in the Austin area.

Consortium Members

• Austin Community College
• City of Austin – Small & Minority Business Resources (SMBR)
• Travis County – HUB Program
• CapMetro – Vendor Guide
• Austin ISD – Economic Opportunity Office
• Austin Transit Partnership – Build With Us
• UT Austin – HUB & Small Business Programs
• UT IC² Institute

Learn More

• Austin Procurement Consortium – UT IC² Institute
• Travis County HUB Resource Guide

The consortium also supports training, business coaching, technical assistance, and other resources designed to help businesses build the capacity needed to compete for public-sector contracts.

Additional Resources

SCORE
Explore free business education and resources from SCORE, a national network that provides educational resources, workshops, and guidance to help entrepreneurs and small business owners start, grow, and manage their businesses.

Skills for Small Business
Learn about ACC’s Skills for Small Business training program, which provides training opportunities for Texas small businesses with fewer than 100 employees. The program helps businesses strengthen their workforce, improve competitiveness, and develop the skills needed for current and newly hired employees.

For additional information about the program, visit the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) Skills for Small Business program overview or review the Skills for Small Business Frequently Asked Questions.