Common use of Procurement Support Clause in Contracts

Procurement Support. a) Continue to provide and expand efforts, as practicable, with diverse-owned business enterprises,3 community-based organizations, and not-for-profits, with financial and technical support, and expanded educational opportunities, to assist them in developing the capabilities necessary to compete. This may include the provision of training, training grants for wrap- around services such as transportation, stipends for childcare and lodging, software and equipment grant, and other tools as needed to develop the necessary skills and capabilities to compete effectively. Training programs will be designed to introduce underrepresented groups to the job market and when possible lead to gainful employment.

Procurement Support. a) Continue to provide and expand efforts, as practicable, with diverse-owned business enterprises,3 enterprises,5 community-based organizations, and not-for-profits, with financial and technical support, and expanded educational opportunities, to assist them in developing the capabilities necessary to compete. This may include the provision of training, training grants for wrap- around services such as transportation, stipends for childcare and lodging, software and equipment grant, and other tools as needed to develop the necessary skills and capabilities to compete effectively. Training programs will be designed to introduce underrepresented groups to the job market and when possible lead to gainful employment.