Supplier Diversity Program
Our mission is to provide equal access to procurement opportunities for minority and women-owned enterprises (MWBEs). In addition, Zoo Atlanta encourages majority suppliers to support women and minority-owned firms through supplier development assistance, subcontracting opportunities, mentoring and/or the purchase of products from MWBE sources. We are committed to ensuring that our supplier diversity initiative strengthens the minority and women-owned businesses that are critical to the future of our business and the community we serve.
Doing Business as a Diverse Supplier
To be considered for business with Zoo Atlanta as a diverse supplier, the company must 51% owned, managed and controlled by one or more persons from the following groups:
- African-American (includes persons whose origins are any of the black racial groups of Africa)
- Asian-Pacific American (includes persons whose origins are from Japan, China, Taiwan, Korea, Vietnam, Laos, Cambodia, the Philippines, Samoa, Guam, the U.S. Trust Territories of the Pacific, or the Northern Marianas)
- Asian-Indian American (includes persons whose origins are from India, Pakistan and Bangladesh)
- Hispanic-American (includes persons whose origins are from Mexico, Central America, South America and the Caribbean)
- Native American (includes American Indians, Eskimos, Aleuts or Native Hawaiians)
- A woman-owned business (a company that is at least 51% owned, managed, and controlled by a woman or women.)
Is certification required to do business with Zoo Atlanta?
Certification is not required. However, additional consideration is given to minority and woman- owned businesses that are certified with the following agencies:
Certification is not required. However, additional consideration is given to minority and woman- owned businesses that are certified with the following agencies:
- City of Atlanta—M/FBE Registry
- Fulton County—M/FBE Directory
- Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council (GMSDC)
- Greater Women’s Business Council (GWBC)
- National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC)
- Small Business Administration (SBA)
- Women’s Business Enterprise National Council (WBENC)
What criteria is used to select a diverse supplier to do business with Zoo Atlanta?
The criteria we use to select a diverse supplier are the same used to select a majority supplier. Suppliers are selected based on product quality, value-added service, competitive pricing and excellent customer service.
The criteria we use to select a diverse supplier are the same used to select a majority supplier. Suppliers are selected based on product quality, value-added service, competitive pricing and excellent customer service.
Accounting Services Architecture Services
Audio Visual Equipment & Services
Construction Services
Engineering Services
Food Service Supplies (paper plates, napkins, etc.)
Fundraising Services
Graphic Design Services
Horticulture Services
IT Services
Insurance Services
Janitorial Services & Supplies
Maintenance Services
Marketing Services
Medical Equipment
Office Furniture & Supplies
Printing Services
Produce & Hay
Public Relations Services
Security Services
Telecommunications Services
Uniforms
Audio Visual Equipment & Services
Construction Services
Engineering Services
Food Service Supplies (paper plates, napkins, etc.)
Fundraising Services
Graphic Design Services
Horticulture Services
IT Services
Insurance Services
Janitorial Services & Supplies
Maintenance Services
Marketing Services
Medical Equipment
Office Furniture & Supplies
Printing Services
Produce & Hay
Public Relations Services
Security Services
Telecommunications Services
Uniforms
How can I learn about potential procurement opportunities at Zoo Atlanta?
To learn about potential procurement opportunities at Zoo Atlanta please visit the vendor opportunities page.
To learn about potential procurement opportunities at Zoo Atlanta please visit the vendor opportunities page.
If you have additional questions about Zoo Atlanta’s Supplier Diversity Program, please contact us at: supplierdiversity@zooatlanta.org
Zoo Atlanta is a proud member of the Georgia Minority Supplier Development Council, Inc.
