The programs offered by the City of Cleveland Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO) provide for participation as prime and sub-contractors on City-related contracts, development efforts for targeted companies, and the employment of Cleveland residents on certain construction projects.
Major functions of the OEO include:
- Certification of businesses as local, minority, or female-owned
- Evaluation of City contracts related to the use of minority and female-owned businesses, employees, and local companies
- Determination of goals and requirements for City contracts
- Monitoring of contractor's compliance with various contract requirements
- Training and information for contractors and potential contractors
- Investigation and penalty imposition for failure to comply with OEO programs
- Development and technical support for target businesses
- Local outreach
All Cleveland-Area Small Businesses, Minority Business Enterprises, and Female Business Enterprises are urged to apply for certification through the Mayor's Office of Equal Opportunity.