Our Goals at the Office of Business Opportunity
We're committed to fostering a more inclusive and accessible business environment within the Lone Star College (LSC) system. Here’s how we’re making that happen:

1. Increase Participation from Historically Underutilized Businesses
We’re working to make it easier for historically underutilized businesses to engage with LSC by improving communication, simplifying vendor registration, and streamlining approval processes. Our goal is to reduce barriers and open more doors for meaningful participation.

2. Grow Direct Spending with Historically Underutilized Businesses
By educating LSC’s decision-makers about the benefits of working with historically underutilized businesses, we aim to increase direct purchases across a wide range of commodities. We believe that supplier diversity strengthens our procurement strategy and our community.

3. Strengthen Subcontracting Opportunities
We encourage Prime contractors to develop robust subcontracting plans that include historically underutilized businesses—and we hold them accountable to those commitments. This approach supports a more inclusive supply chain and expands opportunities for diverse businesses.

Why Get Certified?
Explore how certification can open new opportunities and help your business thrive.

1. Expand Your Network & Resources
Gain access to a wider professional network and valuable resources. Certification connects you with other certified businesses and major corporations, creating meaningful partnerships and growth opportunities.

2. Stand Out with a Marketing Edge
In Texas’s diverse and competitive market, certification enhances your business’s credibility and visibility. It’s a strategic marketing advantage that helps you stand out to potential clients and partners.

3. Boost Your Contract Opportunities
Certification increases your eligibility for government and public-sector contracts. Agencies and organizations often prioritize certified businesses, giving you a competitive edge in securing new projects.

4. Get Noticed by Supplier Diversity Programs
Many large corporations have supplier diversity goals and actively seek certified businesses for subcontracting. Certification makes your business more visible to these companies, opening doors to new collaborations.

5. Align with State Goals
The State of Texas sets clear goals for its procurement process. Certification positions your business as a preferred vendor for state agencies and contractors looking to meet these targets.

Ready to Grow?
Certification is more than just a credential—it’s a pathway to new connections, increased opportunities, and long-term business success.